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Subaru Forester
2022 Subaru Forester
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$25,195
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Volkswagen Taos
2022 Volkswagen Taos
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$22,995
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Subaru Forester
2019-2022 Subaru Forester Rear Angle View
2019-2022 Subaru Forester Infotainment System
42
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Volkswagen Taos
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
28
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
158 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
184 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,454 lbs
3,175 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
1,500 lbs
N/A

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
29 MPG
31 MPG
City
26 MPG
28 MPG
Highway
33 MPG
36 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.1 Tons/yr
5.7 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
13.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
431.6 miles
369.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
547.8 miles
475.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
182.7 in
175.8 in
Height
67.5 in
64.4 in
Max Width
71.5 in
72.5 in
Front Width
61.6 in
61.9 in
Rear Width
61.8 in
60.5 in
Wheelbase
105.1 in
105.9 in
Ground Clearance
8.7 in
6.4 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
43.3 in
40.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.2 in
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58.1 in
56.5 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.5 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.4 in
37.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.6 in
39.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.2 in
55.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.5 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
74.2 ft³
65.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
28.9 ft³
27.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
28.9 ft³
27.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.4 ft
37.6 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Torsion Beam

Tires

Front Tire
P225/60HR17
P215/55HR17
Rear Tire
P225/60HR17
P215/55HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Cascade Green Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Horizon Blue Pearl
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic
  • Deep Black Pearl
  • Dusk Blue Metallic
  • Platinum Gray Metallic
  • Pure White
  • Pyrite Silver Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Gray, Cloth Upholstery
  • Gray/Black, Cloth Seating Surfaces

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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