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2016 Subaru Forester
2016 Subaru Forester
| OVERVIEW | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Transmission | continuously variable automatic | continuously variable automatic | continuously variable automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cylinders | flat 4 | flat 4 | flat 4 |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| COLORS | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 3 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| auto delay off headlights | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| daytime running lights | true | true | true |
| dual front side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front and rear head airbags | true | true | true |
| post-collision safety system | true | true | true |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | true | true | true |
| stability control | true | true | true |
| tire pressure monitoring | true | true | true |
| traction control | true | true | true |
| 4-wheel ABS | true | true | true |
| Emergency braking assist | true | true | true |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Rear door child safety locks | true | true | true |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | true | true | true |
| Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes | true | true | true |
| dusk-sensing headlights | false | true | false |
| front fog/driving lights | false | true | false |
| Comfort & Convenience | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | true | true |
| electric power steering | true | true | true |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front and rear door pockets | true | true | true |
| front seatback storage | true | true | true |
| overhead console with storage | true | true | true |
| backup camera | true | true | true |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | true | true | true |
| Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel | true | true | true |
| interior air filtration | true | true | true |
| Air conditioning | true | false | true |
| Dual vanity mirrors | true | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | false | true | false |
| Climate control | false | true | false |
| Fuel & MPG | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 24/32 mpg | 24/32 mpg | 24/32 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 381.6/508.8 mi. | 381.6/508.8 mi. | 381.6/508.8 mi. |
| Engine | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | flat 4 | flat 4 | flat 4 |
| Horsepower | 170 hp @ 5800 rpm | 170 hp @ 5800 rpm | 170 hp @ 5800 rpm |
| Torque | 174 ft-lbs. @ 4100 rpm | 174 ft-lbs. @ 4100 rpm | 174 ft-lbs. @ 4100 rpm |
| Valve timing | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Measurements | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angle of approach | 23.0 degrees | 23.0 degrees | 23.0 degrees |
| Angle of departure | 25.0 degrees | 25.0 degrees | 25.0 degrees |
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 31.5 cu.ft. | 31.5 cu.ft. | 34.4 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 3391 lbs. | 3419 lbs. | 3366 lbs. |
| EPA interior volume | 139.3 cu.ft. | 139.3 cu.ft. | 147.5 cu.ft. |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in. | 8.7 in. | 8.7 in. |
| Height | 68.2 in. | 68.2 in. | 66.4 in. |
| Length | 180.9 in. | 180.9 in. | 180.9 in. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 68.5 cu.ft. | 68.5 cu.ft. | 74.7 cu.ft. |
| Maximum towing capacity | 1500 lbs. | 1500 lbs. | 1500 lbs. |
| wheelbase | 103.9 in. | 103.9 in. | 103.9 in. |
| Width | 70.7 in. | 70.7 in. | 70.7 in. |
| Turning circle | 34.8 ft. | 34.8 ft. | 34.8 ft. |
| Front Seats | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-way manual passenger seat adjustment | true | true | true |
| 8-way power driver seat | true | true | false |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| cloth | true | false | true |
| height-adjustable driver seat | true | true | true |
| height adjustable passenger seat | true | true | true |
| Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support | true | true | false |
| front headroom | 40.0 in. | 40.0 in. | 41.4 in. |
| front hiproom | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. | 53.9 in. |
| front legroom | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. | 57.0 in. |
| leather | false | true | false |
| multi-level heating driver seat | false | true | false |
| multi-level heating passenger seat | false | true | false |
| 6-way manual driver seat adjustments | false | false | true |
| Rear Seats | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| folding with storage center armrest | true | true | false |
| reclining rear seats | true | true | false |
| rear headroom | 37.5 in. | 37.5 in. | 39.8 in. |
| rear hiproom | 53.0 in. | 53.0 in. | 53.0 in. |
| rear legroom | 38.0 in. | 38.0 in. | 38.0 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. | 56.5 in. |
| Split-folding rear seatback | true | true | true |
| Drive Train | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center limited slip differential | true | true | true |
| Drive type | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| descent control | false | true | false |
| Power Features | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 one-touch power window | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Instrumentation | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| external temperature display | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| trip computer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true | true |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 total speakers | true | true | false |
| USB connection | true | true | true |
| auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control | true | true | true |
| radio data system | true | true | true |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| 4 total speakers | false | false | true |
| Warranty | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| powertrain | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Roadside | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Telematics | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Deployment Notification | true | true | false |
| Emergency Service | true | true | false |
| Roadside Assistance | true | true | false |
| Tires and Wheels | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | true | false |
| inside mounted spare tire | true | true | true |
| temporary spare tire | true | true | true |
| 17 x 7.0-in. wheels | true | true | true |
| 225/60R H tires | true | true | true |
| all-season tires | true | true | true |
| partial wheel covers | false | false | true |
| steel wheels | false | false | true |
| Interior Options | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift Knob CVT Leather | true | false | true |
| Footwell Illumination Kit- Blue | true | true | true |
| 110 Power Outlet Kit | true | true | true |
| Auto-Dim Mirror w/Compass and Homelink | true | true | true |
| Sunshade | true | true | true |
| Rear Seat Back Protector | true | true | true |
| Tweeter Kit | true | true | true |
| Cargo Net Vertical | true | true | true |
| Cargo Net Side | true | true | true |
| Footwell Illumination Kit- Red | true | true | true |
| Luggage Compartment Cover (Manual Rear Gate) | true | false | true |
| All-Weather Floor Mats | true | true | true |
| Speaker Kit | true | true | true |
| Cargo Net Seat Back | true | true | true |
| Compartment Separator | true | true | true |
| Cargo Tray | true | false | true |
| Auto-Dim Mirror Compass | true | true | true |
| Front Side Sill Plate | true | true | true |
| Luggage Compartment Cover (Power Rear Gate) | false | true | false |
| Exterior Options | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Lock Kit (Alloy Wheels) | true | true | true |
| Venetian Red Body Side Molding Kit | true | true | true |
| Jasmine Green Body Side Molding Kit | true | true | true |
| Fog Lamp Kit- Gray Interior | true | false | true |
| Fog Lamp Kit- Black Interior | true | false | true |
| Crystal White Pearl Body Side Molding Kit | true | true | true |
| Burnished Bronze Body Side Molding Kit | true | true | true |
| Ice Silver Metallic Body Side Molding Kit | true | true | true |
| Quartz Blue Pearl Body Side Molding Kit | true | true | true |
| Bumper Underguard Front | true | true | true |
| Bumper Underguard Rear | true | true | true |
| Trailer Hitch | true | true | true |
| Tail Pipe Cover- Single | true | false | true |
| Rear Bumper Cover | true | true | true |
| Cross Bar Set- Aero | true | true | true |
| Dark Gray Metallic Body Side Molding Kit | true | true | true |
| Crystal Black Silica Body Side Molding Kit | true | true | true |
| Sport Grille Gunmetal Trim | true | true | true |
| Splash Guard Kit | true | true | true |
| Wheel Locks (Steel Wheels) | false | false | true |
| Cross Bar Set- Fixed (Carrier Base) | false | false | true |
| Packages | 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $25,795 | 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $28,795 | 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) MSRP from $23,395 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-Weather Package + EyeSight + Navigation System | true | false | false |
| Standard Model- 2.5i Premium CVT | true | false | false |
| All-Weather Package + EyeSight | true | false | false |
| All-Weather Package | true | false | false |
| Mirror w/Homelink & Approach Lighting | true | true | true |
| Interior & Exterior Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting | true | true | true |
| Popular Package #1 | true | true | true |
| Protection Package #1 | true | false | true |
| Popular Package #2 | true | true | true |
| Rugged Package #1 | true | false | true |
| Navigation System + Audio w/Harmon Kardon Amplifier and Speakers + Eyesight | false | true | false |
| Navigation System + Audio w/Harmon Kardon Amplifier and Speakers | false | true | false |
| Rugged Package #2 | false | true | false |
| Standard Model- 2.5i Limited | false | true | false |
| Protection Package #2 | false | true | false |
| Alloy Wheel Package | false | false | true |
| Rugged Package #3 | false | false | true |
| Standard Model- 2.5i | false | false | true |