Subaru Forester
SUV · 2015–2026
Trims and features
What changed for 2026
- Starting prices: −$2,015 to +$2,000 (6 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER → 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder (Limited, Touring, Sport, Base, Premium)
- Engine: 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER → 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder (Wilderness)
- Horsepower: 182 hp → 180 hp (Wilderness)
- Torque: 176 lb-ft → 178 lb-ft (Wilderness)
- Max towing: 3,000 lb → 3,500 lb (Wilderness)
- Cargo behind last row: 26.9 cu ft → 27.5 cu ft (Wilderness)
- Touchscreen: 8 in → 11.6 in (Wilderness)
- Lane keeping: Lane Departure Warning → Lane Centering (Wilderness)
- Automatic emergency braking: Automatic Emergency Braking → AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection (Wilderness)
- Apple CarPlay: Not listed → Wireless (Wilderness)
- Android Auto: Not listed → Wireless (Wilderness)
- Engine: 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER hybrid → 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder (Sport Hybrid, Premium Hybrid, Touring Hybrid, Limited Hybrid)
- Apple CarPlay: Wireless → Not listed (Sport Hybrid, Premium Hybrid, Touring Hybrid, Limited Hybrid)
- Android Auto: Wireless → Not listed (Sport Hybrid, Premium Hybrid, Touring Hybrid, Limited Hybrid)
2026 Forester trims
| Base | Limited | Limited Hybrid | Premium | Premium Hybrid | Sport | Sport Hybrid | Touring | Touring Hybrid | Wilderness | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||||||||
| Starting MSRP | $29,995 | $35,995 | $38,995 | $33,385 | $34,730 | $36,105 | $37,930 | $41,595 | $41,545 | $36,995 |
| Powertrain | ||||||||||
| Engine | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 180 hp | 194 hp | 180 hp | 194 hp | 180 hp | 194 hp | 180 hp | 194 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | — | 178 lb-ft | — | 178 lb-ft | — | 178 lb-ft | — | 178 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT |
| Drivetrain | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd | Awd |
| Size and capability | ||||||||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 3,500 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 29.6 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft | 27.5 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 74.4 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft | 69.1 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 9.3 in |
| Length | 183.3 in | 183.3 in | 183.3 in | 183.3 in | 183.3 in | 183.3 in | 183.3 in | 183.3 in | 183.3 in | 182.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3,510 lb | 3,613 lb | 3,911 lb | 3,569 lb | 3,873 lb | 3,611 lb | 3,913 lb | 3,664 lb | 3,946 lb | 3,675 lb |
| Tech | ||||||||||
| Touchscreen | 7 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wireless | — | Wireless | — | Wireless | — | Wireless | — | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wired | Wireless | — | Wireless | — | Wireless | — | Wireless | — | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | — | — | 12.3 in | — | 12.3 in | — | 12.3 in | — | 12.3 in | Optional |
| Audio | — | Optional | Harman Kardon | — | — | Optional | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | Optional |
| Speakers | 4 | 6 + option | 11 | 6 | 11 | 6 + option | 11 | — | 11 | 6 + option |
| Wireless phone charging | — | Qi | — | Qi | — | Qi | — | Qi | — | Qi |
| Driver assistance | ||||||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | — | Lane Centering | — | Lane Centering | — | Lane Centering | — | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | — | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Optional | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Optional | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| 360-degree camera | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera | — |
| Comfort | ||||||||||
| Seats | Cloth | Leather | Synthetic Leather | Cloth | Cloth | Synthetic Leather | Synthetic Leather | Leather | Leather | Synthetic Leather |
| Heated seats | — | Front | Front | Front | Front | Front | Front | Front, Second Row Outboard | Front, Second Row Outboard | Front |
| Ventilated seats | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Front | Front | — |
| Driver seat memory | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Driver Seat | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | ||||||||||
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | — | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Optional | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Optional | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Optional |
| Wheels | 17 in | 18 in | 18 in | 17 in | 18 in | 19 in | 19 in | 19 in | 19 in | 17 in |
Packages and options (70)
| Base | Limited | Limited Hybrid | Premium | Premium Hybrid | Sport | Sport Hybrid | Touring | Touring Hybrid | Wilderness | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Option Package 15 $1,200 | — | — | — | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Option Package 24 $1,700 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Option Package 33 $2,200 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Option Package 42 $1,600 | — | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Option Package 25 $1,700 | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Wilderness Package $973 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Accessory Grille $703 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror with Approach Light $344 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Body Side Molding $341 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Edge Guards $192 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Projector Lights $287 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Engine Under Guard $348 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exterior Graphics - Rear Gate $127 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| LED Upgrade $79 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Flaps - Wilderness $225 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Cover $187 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Sill Plates - Front $155 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Sill Plates - Illum $352 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Sill Plates - Wilderness $150 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Splash Guards $202 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trailer Hitch $758 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks (Alloy Wheels) $107 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Lug Nut and Lock Set $299 | — | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Mirror with Compass and HomeLink $447 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover $307 | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cargo Separator $527 | — | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Cargo Sidewall Protector $113 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $156 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Carpeted Floor Mats - Wilderness $156 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Center Console Tray $92 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $47 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Footwell Illumination Kit $208 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Accent Liner Kit $113 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Seatback Protector | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Engine Starter $615 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roadside Assistance Kit $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Severe Weather Kit $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sunshade - 2nd Row $127 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sunshade - Windshield $107 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| USB Charging Cable Set $87 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Utility Hook (2-Pack) $45 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wireless Charger $383 | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Autumn Green Metallic | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Autumn Green Metallic with Crystal Black Silica roof $495 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Crimson Red Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Crystal Black Silica | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crystal White Pearl with Crystal Black Silica roof $495 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Crystal White Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Mahogany Pearl with Crystal Black Silica roof $495 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Dark Mahogany Pearl | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Daybreak Blue Pearl $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Geyser Blue | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Ice Silver Metallic | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Ice Silver Metallic with Crystal Black Silica roof $495 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Magnetite Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| River Rock Pearl with Crystal Black Silica roof $890 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| River Rock Pearl $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sapphire Blue Pearl | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Premium Black Cloth | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
| Black/Gray Sport Onyx StarTex | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Black Leather | — | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Touring Black Leather | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Black StarTex | — | — | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Touring Brown Leather | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Gray Cloth | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gray Leather | — | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gray Sport StarTex | — | — | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | — | — | — |
| Gray StarTex | — | — | Optional | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gray Textured StarTex | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Premium Gray Cloth | — | — | — | Optional | Optional | — | — | — | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem configurator, Oem press release, Oem press release, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Forester 2019–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | SUBARU FORESTER HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 0 |
| 2026 | SUBARU FORESTER SUV N/A AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 22 |
| 2026 | SUBARU FORESTER WILDERNESS SUV N/A AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 11 |
| 2025 | SUBARU FORESTER SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 95 |
| 2025 | SUBARU FORESTER HYBRID SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 | Subaru Forester Wilderness SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 11 |
| 2024 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 29 |
| 2024 | Subaru Forester Wilderness SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 29 |
| 2023 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 73 |
| 2023 | Subaru Forester Wilderness SUV AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 98 |
| 2021 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 207 |
| 2020 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 600 |
| 2019 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 3 | 833 |
| 2018 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 496 |
| 2017 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 586 |
| 2016 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 415 |
| 2015 | Subaru Forester SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 614 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2026 | Forester Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2026 | Forester Sport/Touring AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2026 | Forester Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2025 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2025 | Forester Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 35 |
| 2025 | Forester Sport/Touring AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 28 |
| 2025 | Forester Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2024 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2024 | Forester Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2023 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2023 | Forester Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2022 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2022 | Forester Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2021 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2020 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2019 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2018 | Forester AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
24–28 |
| 2017 | Forester AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
24–28 |
| 2016 | Forester AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
25–27 |
| 2015 | Forester AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
25–27 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.