Used 2003 Subaru Forester XS Specs & Features

Starting MSRP

$25,645

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	21 MPG
Drive Type	all wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	29.6 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,175 lbs.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Japan

Fuel & MPG

Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA combined MPG	21 MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)	302.1/381.6 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	15.9 gal.

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Engine

Base engine size	2.5 L
Cylinders	Flat 4
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	165 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque	166 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)

Towing & Hauling

Max Towing Capacity	2,000 lbs.

Drivetrain

Transmission	4-speed automatic
Drive type	All wheel drive
Mechanical center differential	Standard

Center and rear limited slip differential	Standard

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	175.2 in.
Overall width without mirrors	68.1 in.
Height	65 in.

Wheelbase	99.4 in.
Front track	58.9 in.
Rear track	58.5 in.
EPA interior volume	91.2 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	29.6 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	62.7 cu.ft.
Turning circle	34.8 ft.
Ground clearance	7.5 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.35 Cd.
Curb weight	3,175 lbs.
Maximum towing capacity	2,000 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Japan

Colors

Exterior Colors	Cayenne Red Pearl Sierra Gold Metallic Platinum Silver Metallic Java Black Pearl Aspen White
Interior Colors	Grey Beige

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	39 in.
Front leg room	43.7 in.
Front shoulder room	53.5 in.

Front hip room	51.6 in.
Leather	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
4-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard
2-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard
Heated driver seat	Standard
Heated passenger seat	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37 in.
Rear leg room	33.7 in.
Rear shoulder room	53.6 in.

Rear hip room	51.6 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	Standard

Safety

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard

4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height adjustable headrests	Standard
3 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Anti-theft alarm system	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
120 watts stereo output	Standard
4 total speakers	Standard

Element antenna	Standard

Power Feature

1 one-touch power windows	Standard
1st row power glass moonroof	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard

Power mirrors	Standard
Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt-adjustable steering wheel	Standard
Speed-proportional power steering	Standard
12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Standard

Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Single zone front climate control	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Dual vanity mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Cargo area light	Standard
Leather trim on shift knob	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

External temperature display	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard

Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
16 x 6.5 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

P215/60R H tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Fullsize matching spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	5 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.

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Used 2003 Subaru Forester XS - Specs & Features