2021 Subaru Forester Base Specs

2021 Subaru Forester Base CVT powered by 2.5-liter Flat 4 Gas Engine with Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT) transmission.

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Overview

Select configuration:

$24,795

Starting Price (MSRP)

Engine

2.5-liter Flat 4 Gas

Transmission

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)

Drivetrain

Other

Body Type

SUV

Seating capacity

5 seater

Trunk Volume

TBC

Fuel Economy

City: 26 MPG

Hwy: 33 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine

2.5-liter Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower

182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque

176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain

Other

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter

35.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type

Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size

17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size

17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Strut
Rear Suspension

Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire

P225/60HR17
Rear Tire

P225/60HR17
Spare Tire

Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined

29 MPG
City

26 MPG
Highway

33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

6.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

16.6 gallons
Cruising Range City

431.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway

547.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length

182.1 in
Height

67.5 in
Max Width

71.5 in
Front Width

61.6 in
Rear Width

61.8 in
Wheelbase

105.1 in
Ground Clearance

8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room

43.3 in
Front Seat Headroom

41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room

58.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room

54.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room

39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom

39.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room

57.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room

53.6 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

3,449 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity

1,500 lbs

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Crystal Black Silica
Crystal White Pearl
Horizon Blue Pearl
Ice Silver Metallic
Jasper Green Metallic
Magnetite Gray Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

Black, Cloth Upholstery
Gray, Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio

Standard
Bluetooth Connection

Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage

Not Available
Premium Sound System

Not Available
Satellite Radio

Standard
Smart Device Integration

Standard
WiFi Hotspot

Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard
Entertainment System

Not Available
MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard
Cloth Seats

Standard
Leather Seats

Standard
Leather Steering Wheel

Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats

Standard
Vinyl Seats

Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim

Not Available
Sun/Moonroof

Not Available

Comfort

Head-Up Display

Not Available
Navigation System

Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard
Power Liftgate

Not Available
Power Mirror(s)

Standard
A/C

Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control

Standard
Automatic Parking

Not Available
Climate Control

Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)

Not Available
Cooled Rear Seat(s)

Not Available
Cruise Control

Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate

Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)

Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)

Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel

Not Available
Keyless Entry

Standard
Multi-Zone A/C

Not Available
Power Driver Seat

Not Available
Power Passenger Seat

Not Available
Remote Engine Start

Not Available
Remote Trunk Release

Not Available
Seat Memory

Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener

Not Available
Seat-Massage

Not Available
Rear A/C

Not Available
Keyless Start

Not Available
Navigation from Telematics

Not Available
Telematics

Not Available

Additional Packages

Alloy Wheel Package & Roof rails

$600

Black Finish Roof Rails, Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Silver Finish Aluminum Alloy,

Int & Ext Auto Dim Mirror w/Approach Lighting

$480

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass, Part number H501SSG203, Passenger's Side Mirror - Bulk, Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting, Part number J205SFL401, Driver's Side Mirror - Bulk, (PIO)

Int & Ext Auto Dim Mirror w/HL & Approach Lighting

$600

Passenger's Side Mirror - Bulk, Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink, Part number H501SSG304, Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting, Part number J205SFL401, Driver's Side Mirror - Bulk, (PIO)

Popular Package #1

$1,012

Rear Bumper Cover, Part number E771SSJ000, Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink, Part number H501SSG304, All-Weather Floor Liners, Part number J501SSJ030, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting, Part number J205SFL401, Cargo Tray, Part number J501SSJ300 (PIO)

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert

Not Available
Rear Parking Aid

Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor

Not Available
Lane Departure Warning

Standard
Lane Keeping Assist

Standard
ABS

Standard
Night Vision

Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard
Brake Assist

Standard
Stability Control

Standard
Traction Control

Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard
Front Head Air Bag

Standard
Front Side Air Bag

Standard
Knee Air Bag

Standard
Passenger Air Bag

Standard
Rear Head Air Bag

Standard
Rear Side Air Bag

Not Available
Seatbelt Air Bag

Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic

3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion

5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain

5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance

3 Years / 36,000 Miles