2025 Subaru Forester Base – Affordable AWD Adventure
Specifications
Specification |
Details |
Model |
Forester Base |
Vehicle Category |
Compact SUV |
Fuel Type |
Gasoline |
Application |
Crossover, urban driving, compact |
Starting Price (2025) |
$29,995, excludes destination/delivery ($1,420), taxes, and optional equipment |
Color Options |
Exterior: Crystal Black Silica, Magnetite Gray Metallic, Crystal White Pearl, Horizon Blue Pearl, River Rock Pearl, Crimson Red Pearl, Sapphire Blue Pearl, Autumn Green Metallic (some colors at extra cost); Interior: Gray cloth |
Frame & Drivetrain
Specification |
Details |
Engine |
2.5L SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder |
Gross Horsepower |
180 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Torque |
178 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm |
Transmission Type |
Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
Drivetrain |
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Max Towing Capacity |
1,500 lbs (when properly equipped) |
Suspension & Brakes
Specification |
Details |
Front Suspension |
MacPherson strut |
Rear Suspension |
Double-wishbone |
Brakes |
Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS |
Components & Features
Specification |
Details |
Seating |
5 passengers |
Interior Features |
STARLINK® Multimedia with 7.0-in touchscreen, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, AM/FM stereo, Bluetooth, USB ports, dual-zone automatic climate control, cloth upholstery, EyeSight® Driver Assist (Pre-Collision Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control), MySubaru® Connected Services, 3-year/36,000-mile limited warranty, 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty |
Exterior Features |
17-in alloy wheels, LED Steering Responsive Headlights, raised roof rails, body-color side mirrors, rear spoiler |
Fuel Economy and Performance |
EPA-rated 26/33/29 mpg city/highway/combined, 180 hp, 178 lb-ft, 0–60 mph ~8.5 sec, top speed ~120 mph, cargo volume 28.9 cu-ft (rear seats up), 74.4 cu-ft (rear seats folded), 1,500 lbs towing capacity, passenger volume 107.6 cu-ft |
Fuel Tank |
16.6 gal |
Weight |
3,528 lbs |
Width |
72.2 in. (excluding mirrors) |
Length |
184.9 in. |
Max Height |
68.1 in. (including roof rails) |
Ground Clearance |
8.7 in. |