2023 V90 Cross Country vs. 2023 Subaru Forrester

If you are looking for a rugged wagon that you can take off the beaten path, you will probably consider one of these two vehicles. The 2023 V90 Cross Country comes with real off-roading credentials while at the same time, retaining all the comfort and reliability that you have come to associate with Volvo vehicles. The interior is roomy and comfortable and the engine delivers excellent ride quality. With the Subaru Forester, you also get an SUV that comes with some off-roading capabilities although this is not the kind of vehicle to go rock-crawling in. The vehicle's exterior design has been changed but it still retains the boxy- shape that now looks dated. Let us compare these two automobiles and tell you which of the two you should consider purchasing this year.

Design & Style

The 2023 V90 Cross Country looks great both on the outside and the inside. The sleep modern shape ensures that this is a vehicle that still turns heads anywhere you go. The cursed body and the flared wheel arches give the 2023 V90 Cross Country an aggressive and masculine look that is unique among vehicles in this category. The 2023 V90 Cross Country also comes with plastic covers on the wheel arches which help protect the body of the vehicle when you are off-roading. You are going to love the roomy interior as well which makes the 2023 V90 Cross Country a very practical automobile. Whether you are off the beaten track or on the highway, the 2023 V90 Cross Country delivers a fantastic ride. The Forester on the other hand is built for off-road but doesn't really have the features that would make it truly off-road. For starters, the ground clearance on the Forester isn't much. There is limited space in the cabin which in turn makes the vehicle less practical for daily use.

Technology & Safety

With the Subaru Forester and the 2023 V90 Cross Country, you get plenty of tech as standard and as optional. The infotainment system in the Volvo is managed via a touchscreen display that delivers a crisp response and the menu is intuitively arranged to make it easier to use even when driving the vehicle. You will love other features of the 2023 V90 Cross Country such as Bluetooth connectivity, smartphone integration, and much more. The Forester also comes with a suite of tech features although the infotainment system in this vehicle is not s responsive as that of the Volvo.

Performance

These two vehicles feature a 2.0-liter engine although, in the Forester, you can choose between a turbocharged engine and a naturally aspirated one. The 2023 V90 Cross Country offers an excellent ride and the active suspension ensures that all surface imperfections are eliminated from the cabin. The engine is mated to an 8-speed transmission that delivers a silky smooth ride.

The Bottom Line

If you are looking for a compact SUV that has real off-roading credentials, go for the 2023 V90 Cross Country. You get a larger SUV which means greater practical utility. Ride quality is also a lot better than in the Forester and the tech is of a higher quality. This is why we would recommend the 2023 V90 Cross Country wholeheartedly.

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