2026 Subaru Forester SUV - Specs & Features

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Starting MSRP

$33,385

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	29 MPG
Drive Type	all wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	27.5 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,569 lbs.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	United States

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$120/mo
Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	26/33 MPG

EPA combined MPG	29 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	431.6/547.8 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	16.6 gal.
CO2 Emissions	5 tons

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Engine

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

Horsepower	180 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque	178 lb-ft @ 3,700 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Valve timing	Variable
Direct injection	Standard

Drivetrain

Transmission	Continuously variable-speed automatic
Drive type	All wheel drive
Center limited slip differential	Standard

Descent control	Standard

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Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Dimensions

Length	183.3 in.
Overall width with mirrors	81.2 in.
Overall width without mirrors	72.0 in.

Height	68.1 in.
Wheelbase	105.1 in.
EPA interior volume	134.1 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	27.5 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	69.1 cu.ft.
Turning circle	35.4 ft.
Ground clearance	8.7 in.
Angle of approach	19.0 degrees
Angle of departure	24.6 degrees
Curb weight	3,569 lbs.
Country of final assembly	United States

Colors

Exterior Colors	Autumn Green Metallic Dark Mahogany Pearl Crimson Red Pearl Crystal Black Silica Crystal White Pearl River Rock Pearl Magnetite Gray Metallic Daybreak Blue Pearl Ice Silver Metallic
Interior Colors	Gray, premium cloth Black, premium cloth

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	40.0 in.
Front leg room	43.3 in.
Front shoulder room	57.7 in.

Front hip room	54.7 in.
Premium cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
8-way power driver seat	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support	Standard
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard
Multi-level heated driver seat	Standard
Multi-level heated passenger seat	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37.7 in.
Rear leg room	39.4 in.
Rear shoulder room	56.7 in.

Rear hip room	53.7 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Reclining rear seats	Standard
Folding center armrest	Standard

Safety

Lane departure warning accident avoidance system	Standard
Lane keep assist	Standard
Pre-collision safety system	Standard

Post-collision safety system	Standard
Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front and rear head airbags	Standard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Front and rear ventilated disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Dusk sensing headlamps	Standard
Auto delay off headlamps	Standard
LED headlamp	Standard
Adaptive headlights	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front multi-adjustable headrests	Standard
3 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid

At a Glance:

4 Colors
9 Trims
1 Package
$36,595starting MSRP

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In-Car Entertainment

11.6" infotainment display size	Standard
AM/FM stereo	Standard
6 total speakers	Standard

Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay	Standard
USB connection	Standard
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control	Standard
Satellite radio satellite radio	Standard
4 months of provided satellite radio service	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
1st row power glass extended moonroof	Standard
Hands-free entry	Standard

Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Keyless ignition	Standard
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	Standard

Electric power steering	Standard
Rear view camera	Standard
Wireless charging	Standard
Adaptive cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front and rear door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Dual zone front climate control	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
External temperature display	Standard
Tachometer	Standard

Clock	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Painted alloy wheels	Standard
17 x 7.0 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

225/60R H tires	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Telematics

Emergency Service	Standard
Airbag Deployment Notification	Standard
Vehicle Alarm notification	Standard

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance	Standard
Hands-Free Calling	Standard
Roadside Assistance	Standard
Concierge Service	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.

Packages

Standard Model	+$0
Optional Package	+$1,200
Base/Premium Plus Package	+$963

Base/Premum Package	+$672
Premium/Limited Package	+$1,105

Interior Options

Center Console Tray	+$92
Interior Accent Liner Kit - Gray	+$113
Side Sill Plates - Front	+$155

Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Light	+$344
First Aid Kit	+$47
USB Charging Cable Set	+$87
Cargo Tray	+$156
Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass and Homelink	+$447
Rear Seat Back Protector	+$156
LED Upgrade	+$79
Cargo Net	+$127
Cargo Separator	+$527
Footwell Illumination Kit	+$208
Cargo Sidewall Protector	+$113
Sunshade - 2nd Row	+$127
All-Weather Floor Liners	+$207
Sunshade - Windshield	+$107

Exterior Options

Side Sill Plates - Illuminated	+$352
Exterior Graphics - Rear Gate	+$127
Door Edge Guards - Dark Mahogany Pearl	+$192

Door Edge Guards - Crimson Red Pearl	+$192
Utility Hook (2-Pack)	+$45
Door Edge Guards - Magnetite Grey Metallic	+$192
Door Edge Guards - Crystal White Pearl	+$192
Door Edge Guards - River Rock Pearl	+$192
Exterior Graphics - Side	+$281
Rear Bumper Cover	+$187
Body Side Molding - Daybreak Blue Pearl	+$341
Door Edge Guards - Crystal Black Silica	+$192
Door Edge Guards - Autumn Green Metallic	+$192
Door Edge Guards - Daybreak Blue Pearl	+$192
Wheel Lug Nut and Lock Set - Black	+$299
Splash Guards	+$202
Door Projector Lights	+$287
Body Side Molding - Crystal Black Silica	+$341
Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl	+$341
Body Side Molding - Magnetite Grey Metallic	+$341
Body Side Molding - Crimson Red Pearl	+$341
Body Side Molding - Sapphire Blue Pearl	+$341
Accessory Grille	+$674
Wheel Locks - Alloy	+$107
Trailer Hitch	+$758
Door Edge Guards - Ice Silver Metallic	+$192
Crossbar Set - Aero	+$256
Body Side Molding - Autumn Green Metallic	+$341
Body Side Molding - Ice Silver Metallic	+$341

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