2021 Subaru Forester Trims & Specs

The 2021 Subaru Forester is available in five different trims, each adding progressively more features. The exception is the Sport model, which gets bespoke styling accents and paddle shifters that emulate the feel of a seven-speed shiftable automatic transmission. All trims come with a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated boxer four-cylinder engine that produces 182 hp and sends power to all four wheels via a CVT automatic. All models also feature the Subaru EyeSight suite of advanced driver aids that include adaptive cruise control. All models are also equipped with adaptive LED headlights for 2021. Specs begin with 17-inch steel wheels on the base model with 17- and 18-inch alloy wheels available. You also get a 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment display as standard, but elsewhere in the range, an eight-inch screen is available and navigation can be equipped too. Sound systems vary too, with a four-speaker setup as standard and a six-speaker system available higher up. The top trim gets a nine-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.

2021 Subaru Forester models and configurations

5 models / 5 configurations

Base

$24,795

Starting Price (MSRP)

Subaru Forester Base For Sale

Engine:

2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission:

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain:

All-Wheel Drive
Configurations:

Base CVT

Key Features

Four-speaker sound system
6.5-inch touchscreen display
17-inch steel wheels
Single-zone automatic climate control
Manual driver’s seat

2021 Subaru Forester Base Full Specs

Premium

$27,795

Starting Price (MSRP)

Subaru Forester Premium For Sale

Engine:

2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission:

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain:

All-Wheel Drive
Configurations:

Premium CVT

Key Features

Based on the features of the Forester, plus:
17-inch alloy wheels
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Heated front seats
Six-speaker sound system
Power-adjustable driver’s seat

2021 Subaru Forester Premium Full Specs

Sport

$29,395

Starting Price (MSRP)

Subaru Forester Sport For Sale

Engine:

2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission:

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain:

All-Wheel Drive
Configurations:

Sport CVT

Key Features

Based on the features of the Forester Premium, plus:
18-inch alloy wheels
Paddle shifters
Sport seats
Orange accents
6.3-inch color driver info display

2021 Subaru Forester Sport Full Specs

Limited

$31,395

Starting Price (MSRP)

Subaru Forester Limited For Sale

Engine:

2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission:

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain:

All-Wheel Drive
Configurations:

Limited CVT

Key Features

Based on the features of the Forester Premium, plus:
18-inch alloy wheels
Power tailgate
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Leather upholstery
Eight-inch infotainment display

2021 Subaru Forester Limited Full Specs

Touring

$34,895

Starting Price (MSRP)

Subaru Forester Touring For Sale

Engine:

2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission:

Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain:

All-Wheel Drive
Configurations:

Touring CVT

Key Features

Based on the features of the Forester Limited, plus:
Power-adjustable front passenger seat
Heated rear outboard seats
Navigation
Harman Kardon audio setup
One-touch folding rear seats

2021 Subaru Forester Touring Full Specs

Additional Packages

Int & Ext Auto Dim Mirror w/Approach Lighting

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

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)

Alloy Wheel Package & Roof rails

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

Popular Package #2

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 Net, Part number F551SSJ000 (PIO)

Popular Package #3

Rear Bumper Cover, Part number E771SSJ000, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting, Part number J205SFL401, Dome Light LED Upgrade, Part number H461SFL110, Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink, Part number H501SSG304, All-Weather Floor Liners, Part number J501SSJ030, Cargo Net, Part number F551SSJ000 (PIO)

Popular Package #1

Blind Spot Detection w/RCTA & Power Rear Gate

Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) system, Driver's Seatback Divided Pocket, Multi-Function High Grade Display, Power Rear Gate w/Automatic Close & Height Memory, automatic close and height memory

Audio System & Reverse Auto Brake & Power Rr Gate

Reverse Automatic Braking System (RAB), Power Rear Gate w/Automatic Close & Height Memory, automatic close and height memory, harman kardon 576W Amp & Speaker System, 9 speakers, Radio: Subaru Starlink 8.0" Multimedia Plus System, AM/FM stereo HD Radio w/single-disc CD player w/MP3/WMA/CRR/RW file capability, multi-touch gesture high resolution display, 8.0" LCD screen, voice activated controls, Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity, hands-free phone connectivity and hands-free SMS text messaging connectivity, Near Field Communication (NFC), iPod control capability, rear-vision camera display, SiriusXM All Access radio and Travel Link (subscription required), smartphone integration: AHA, Android Auto, CarPlay and Pandora, Starlink cloud applications: refer to subaru.com for app availability, 6 speakers, dual USB input ports, 3.5mm auxiliary input jack and body color roof mounted antenna

Audio Sys & Driver Assist Tech & Htd Steer Wheel

Reverse Automatic Braking System (RAB), Heated Steering Wheel, Radio: Subaru Starlink 8.0" Multimedia Nav System, AM/FM stereo HD Radio w/single-disc CD player w/MP3/WMA/CRR/RW file capability, multi-touch gesture high resolution display, 8.0" LCD screen, voice activated controls, voice activated navigation, Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity, hands-free phone connectivity and hands-free SMS text messaging connectivity, Near Field Communication (NFC), iPod control capability, rear-vision camera display, SiriusXM All Access radio, Traffic and Travel Link (subscription required), smartphone integration: AHA, Android Auto, CarPlay and Pandora, Starlink cloud applications: refer to subaru.com for app availability, dual USB input ports, 3.5mm auxiliary input jack and body color roof mounted antenna, harman kardon 576W Amp & Speaker System, 9 speakers, Navigation System, multi touch gesture high resolution display screen, SD card map and voice activated controls