Lexus LBX vs Subaru Forester
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Lexus LBX and the Subaru Forester as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Lexus Manila, Inc. and Motor Image Pilipinas, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Lexus Philippines (Lexus Manila, Inc.), via lexus.com.ph.
Lexus LBX
LBX 1.5 Hybrid variant
- SRP
- ₱2,578,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱44,862
Photo: Motor Image Pilipinas (Subaru Philippines), via subaru.asia.
Subaru Forester
2.5 i-S e-BOXER Hybrid variant
- SRP
- ₱2,498,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱43,470
How they differ
- The Subaru Forester is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,498,000, which is ₱80,000 (3%) below the Lexus LBX at ₱2,578,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Forester is estimated at ₱43,470 a month against ₱44,862 for the LBX, a difference of ₱1,392 a month.
- The Forester makes more power (164 PS against 136 PS for the LBX).
- The Forester has more torque (209 Nm against 120 Nm for the LBX).
- The Forester has the larger engine (2,498 cc against 1,490 cc for the LBX).
- The Forester is the longer vehicle (4,655 mm against 4,190 mm for the LBX).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Lexus LBXLBX 1.5 Hybrid, ₱2,578,000 | Subaru Forester2.5 i-S e-BOXER Hybrid, ₱2,498,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | M15A-FXE 1.5L inline 3-cylinder, 12-valve DOHC, Dual VVT-i, gasoline hybrid; 136 PS max output (134 hp) | 2.5L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve direct-injection petrol + e-BOXER hybrid system |
| Displacement (differs) | 1490 cc | 2498 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 136 PS | 164 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 5600 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 120 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 3,800-4,800 | 3,600-4,800 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Direct fuel injection |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 16.9 km/L |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery type (differs) | Nickel-metal hydride | Lithium-ion (259 V, 4.3 Ah) |
| Motor power (differs) | n/a | 90 kW |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | CVT | Lineartronic CVT with manual mode and paddle shifters |
| Drivetrain (differs) | FWD | Symmetrical AWD (electronically controlled AWD coupling) |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4190 mm | 4655 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1825 mm | 1830 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Ground clearance | 220 mm | 220 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 1760 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | n/a | 5.4 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 36 L | 63 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | n/a | 1655 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Torsion beam | Double wishbone |
| Front brake | Ventilated disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Solid disc | Ventilated disc |
| Tyres (differs) | n/a | 235/50R19 |
| Wheels (differs) | 18" alloy (dark gray metallic with bright machined finish) | 19" machined aluminium alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD and brake assist | 4-wheel ABS with brake assist |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 8 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Lexus Safety Sense: Pre-Collision System, Adaptive High-beam System, Lane Tracing Assist, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control; Blind Spot Monitor with Safe Exit Assist; Rear Cross Traffic Alert | EyeSight 4.0: Pre-Collision Braking, Autonomous Emergency Steering, Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centring, Lane Departure Prevention, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lead Vehicle Start Alert, High Beam Assist, Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection, Reverse Automatic Braking, Multi View Monitor, Driver Monitoring System, Emergency Driving Stop System |
| Stability control (differs) | Vehicle Stability Control, hill-start assist | Vehicle Dynamics Control with Active Torque Vectoring and towing stability control |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 9.8" display audio with navigation, 6 speakers | 11.6" Full HD display, Harman/Kardon premium audio with 10 speakers, subwoofer and 8-channel amplifier |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, wireless charger |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 7" TFT multi-information display | Dual gauges with 4.2" full-colour LCD |
| Headlight (differs) | Single-projector LED with automatic dynamic leveling, LED fog lamps | LED with auto-leveller and Steering Responsive Headlights |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry (front doors and back door), push start | Keyless access with push-button start |
| Other features (differs) | SRS airbags: driver, front passenger, driver knee, driver side, passenger side, curtain shield, front center; Back guide monitor; Clearance sonar Fr 4 / Rr 4; Smooth leather and Ultrasuede seats, front seat heaters, 8-way power driver seat; Dual-zone auto climate control; Power back door; Wireless charger; Drive modes Normal/Eco plus EV mode | Leather seats, 10-way power driver's seat with memory, 8-way power passenger seat, power sunroof, hands-free power rear gate, dual-zone climate control, dual-function X-MODE with hill descent control, EV drive mode |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 3 years or 100,000 km manufacturer warranty, plus up to 2 years unlimited-mileage Service Rewards Warranty | 5 years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first |
| Battery warranty (differs) | 8 years or 200,000 km (BEV traction battery / HEV battery) | n/a |
| Service interval (differs) | Every 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.