2006 Subaru Forester Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2006 Subaru Forester lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
Save 1 of 3  Forester X LL Bean Edition Sport Utility 4D | Save 2 of 3  Forester X Sport Utility 4D | Save 3 of 3 Forester XT Limited Sport Utility 4D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $5,325 | $5,675 | $7,100 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 20/Hwy 25/Comb 22 MPG | City 20/Hwy 25/Comb 22 MPG | City 18/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 173 @ 6000 RPM | 173 @ 6000 RPM | 250 @ 6000 RPM | ||
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Cargo Volume | 57.70 cu ft | 57.70 cu ft | 56.40 cu ft | ||
| Dimensions | 176.6" L x 68.1" W x 65" H | 176.6" L x 68.1" W x 65" H | 176.6" L x 68.1" W x 65" H | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | ||
| Configurations | Inline | Inline | Inline | ||
| Towing Capacity | 2,400 lbs | 2,400 lbs | 2,400 lbs |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Hands Free Phone | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 166 @ 6000 RPM | 166 @ 6000 RPM | 250 @ 6000 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Standard | Optional | Standard | ||
| Privacy Glass | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Roof Rails | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Regular | Regular | Premium | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Curb Weight | 3230 pounds | 3165 pounds | 3310 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gallons | 15.9 gallons | 15.9 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39 inches | 39.8 inches | 39.1 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 43.6 inches | 43.6 inches | 43.6 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.9 inches | 8.1 inches | 7.9 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 176.6 inches | 176.6 inches | 176.6 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.5 inches | 53.5 inches | 53.5 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 34.8 feet | 34.8 feet | 35.4 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 99.4 inches | 99.4 inches | 99.4 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.1 inches | 68.1 inches | 68.1 inches |
FAQs
Is the Subaru Forester a 4 or 6 cylinder?
All trim levels of the 2006 Forester feature a 4 cylinder engine.
Does the 2006 Subaru Forester have a turbo?
Yes, the following 2006 Forester trims have turbo engines: XT Limited Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter. The following 2006 Forester trims do not have turbo engines: X LL Bean Edition Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter, X Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter.
What features does a 2006 Forester have?
2006 Subaru Forester features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors.
How much horsepower does a 2006 Forester have?
The 2006 Forester ranges in power from the X LL Bean Edition Sport Utility 4D with 173 horsepower to the XT Limited Sport Utility 4D with 250 horsepower.
Is the Subaru Forester underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2006 Forester ranges in power from the X LL Bean Edition Sport Utility 4D with 173 horsepower to the XT Limited Sport Utility 4D with 250 horsepower.
Is the Subaru Forester fuel efficient?
The 2006 Forester comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the XT Limited Sport Utility 4D which gets 20 MPG, with 18 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway.