2025 Subaru Forester Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2025 Subaru Forester lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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MSRP	$31,415	$34,805	$37,525	$37,705	$39,115	$43,015
Fuel Economy	City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG	City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG	City 25/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG	City 25/Hwy 28/Comb 26 MPG	City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG	City 25/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
5 Year Cost to Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation).	$56,779	$58,834	$61,011	$62,755	$61,426	$64,789
Horsepower	180 @ 5800 RPM	180 @ 5800 RPM	180 @ 5800 RPM	180 @ 5800 RPM	180 @ 5800 RPM	180 @ 5800 RPM
Seating	5	5	5	5	5	5
Cargo Volume	74.40 cu ft	69.10 cu ft	69.10 cu ft	69.10 cu ft	69.10 cu ft	69.10 cu ft
Dimensions	183.3" L x 81.2" W x 68.1" H	183.3" L x 81.2" W x 68.1" H	183.3" L x 81.2" W x 68.1" H	183.3" L x 81.2" W x 68.1" H	183.3" L x 81.2" W x 68.1" H	183.3" L x 81.2" W x 68.1" H
Engine	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
Configurations	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline

Out of Pocket Expenses
Fuel	$8,305	$8,305	$8,609	$9,090	$8,305	$8,609
Maintenance	$2,686	$2,686	$2,682	$2,686	$2,682	$2,686
Insurance	$19,080	$19,080	$19,080	$18,480	$19,080	$19,080
Repairs	$1,784	$1,784	$1,784	$1,784	$1,784	$1,784
Financing	$4,334	$4,774	$5,127	$5,350	$5,333	$5,884
State Fees	$3,818	$4,149	$4,412	$4,579	$4,568	$4,981
Total Out of Pocket Expenses	$40,007	$40,778	$41,694	$41,969	$41,752	$43,024
Depreciation (Loss in Value)	$16,772	$18,056	$19,317	$20,786	$19,674	$21,765
5 Year Cost to Own	$56,779	$58,834	$61,011	$62,755	$61,426	$64,789

Blind-Spot Alert	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Collision Warning System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Emergency & Security Services	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Surround View Camera	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Audible label Messaging	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Internet Access	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Real-Time Traffic Information	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
iPod Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Port Installed	Port Installed	Port Installed	Port Installed	Port Installed	Not Available

Torque

178 @ 5800 RPM

Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Privacy Glass	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Hill Descent Control	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3510 pounds	3569 pounds	3611 pounds	3620 pounds	3613 pounds	3664 pounds
EPA Total Interior	110.8 cubic feet	106.6 cubic feet	106.6 cubic feet	106.6 cubic feet	106.6 cubic feet	106.6 cubic feet
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons
Front Head Room	41.2 inches	40 inches	40 inches	40 inches	40 inches	40 inches
Front Leg Room	43.3 inches	43.3 inches	43.3 inches	43.3 inches	43.3 inches	43.3 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches
Overall Length	183.3 inches	183.3 inches	183.3 inches	183.3 inches	183.3 inches	183.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 inches	57.7 inches	57.7 inches	57.7 inches	57.7 inches	57.7 inches
Turning Diameter	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet	35.4 feet
Wheel Base	105.1 inches	105.1 inches	105.1 inches	105.1 inches	105.1 inches	105.1 inches
Width with mirrors	81.2 inches	81.2 inches	81.2 inches	81.2 inches	81.2 inches	81.2 inches

FAQs

Is the Subaru Forester a 4 or 6 cylinder?

All trim levels of the 2025 Forester feature a 4 cylinder engine.

Does the 2025 Subaru Forester have a turbo?

No, the 2025 Forester does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time.

What features does a 2025 Forester have?

2025 Subaru Forester features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks.

How much horsepower does a 2025 Forester have?

All 2025 Forester trim variations have 180 horsepower.

Is the Subaru Forester underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. All 2025 Forester trim variations have 180 horsepower.

Is the Subaru Forester fuel efficient?

The 2025 Forester comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the Wilderness which gets 26 MPG, with 25 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway.