2005 Subaru Forester Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2005 Subaru Forester lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $3,707 | $3,798 | $3,958 | $4,091 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | City 18/Hwy 22/Comb 20 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 173 @ 5600 RPM | 173 @ 5600 RPM | 173 @ 5600 RPM | 250 @ 6000 RPM | ||
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Cargo Volume | 64.10 cu ft | 64.10 cu ft | 62.70 cu ft | 64.10 cu ft | ||
| Dimensions | 175.2" L x 68.3" W x 65" H | 175.2" L x 68.3" W x 65" H | 175.2" L x 68.3" W x 65" H | 175.2" L x 68.3" W x 65" H | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | ||
| Configurations | Inline | Inline | Inline | Inline | ||
| Towing Capacity | 2,400 lbs | 2,400 lbs | 2,400 lbs | 2,400 lbs |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 166 @ 5600 RPM | 166 @ 5600 RPM | 166 @ 5600 RPM | 250 @ 6000 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Premium | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3090 pounds | 3105 pounds | 3195 pounds | 3225 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gallons | 15.9 gallons | 15.9 gallons | 15.9 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.8 inches | 39.8 inches | 39 inches | 39.8 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 43.6 inches | 43.6 inches | 43.6 inches | 43.6 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.5 inches | 7.5 inches | 7.5 inches | 7.5 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 175.2 inches | 175.2 inches | 175.2 inches | 175.2 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.5 inches | 53.5 inches | 53.5 inches | 53.5 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 34.8 feet | 34.8 feet | 34.8 feet | 34.8 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 99.4 inches | 99.4 inches | 99.4 inches | 99.4 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches |
FAQs
Is the Subaru Forester a 4 or 6 cylinder?
All trim levels of the 2005 Forester feature a 4 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Subaru Forester specs page.
Does the 2005 Subaru Forester have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2005 Forester trims have turbo engines: XT Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter. The following 2005 Forester trims do not have turbo engines: X Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter, XS Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Subaru Forester specs page.
What features does a 2005 Forester have?
2005 Subaru Forester features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2005 Forester trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Subaru Forester specs page.
How much horsepower does a 2005 Forester have?
The 2005 Forester ranges in power from the X Sport Utility 4D with 173 horsepower to the XT Sport Utility 4D with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Subaru Forester specs page.
Is the Subaru Forester underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2005 Forester ranges in power from the X Sport Utility 4D with 173 horsepower to the XT Sport Utility 4D with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2005 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Subaru Forester specs page.
Is the Subaru Forester fuel efficient?
The 2005 Forester comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the XT Sport Utility 4D which gets 20 MPG, with 18 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2005 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2005 Subaru Forester specs page.