2011 Subaru Forester Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2011 Subaru Forester lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Forester

	1 of 6 Forester 2.5X Sport Utility 4D	2 of 6 Forester 2.5X Premium Sport Utility 4D	3 of 6 Forester 2.5X Touring Sport Utility 4D	4 of 6 Forester 2.5X Limited Sport Utility 4D	5 of 6 Forester 2.5XT Touring Sport Utility 4D	6 of 6 Forester 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D
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Fair Market Price	$5,827	$6,035	$6,311	$6,647	$6,836	$7,923
Fuel Economy	City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG	City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG	City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG	City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG	City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG	City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	170 @ 5800 RPM	170 @ 5800 RPM	170 @ 5800 RPM	170 @ 5800 RPM	224 @ 5200 RPM	224 @ 5200 RPM
Seating	5	5	5	5	5	5
Cargo Volume	33.50 cu ft	30.80 cu ft	N/A	30.80 cu ft	30.80 cu ft	30.80 cu ft
Dimensions	179.5" L x 79" W x 65.9" H	179.5" L x 79" W x 66.9" H	N/A	179.5" L x 79" W x 66.9" H	179.5" L x 79" W x 66.9" H	179.5" L x 79" W x 66.9" H
Engine	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter
Configurations	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline
Towing Capacity	2,400 lbs	2,400 lbs	2,400 lbs	2,400 lbs	2,400 lbs	2,400 lbs

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

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Navigation System	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Not Available
Touch Screen Monitor	Not Available	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Not Available
Hands Free Phone	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

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

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Torque

174 @ 5800 RPM

226 @ 5200 RPM

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

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available
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	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Optional
Panorama Moon Roof	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Privacy Glass	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

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

Curb Weight	3250 pounds	3300 pounds	Not Available	3360 pounds	3460 pounds	3450 pounds
Fuel Capacity	16.9 gallons	16.9 gallons	16.9 gallons	16.9 gallons	16.9 gallons	16.9 gallons
Front Head Room	41.6 inches	40 inches	Not Available	40 inches	40 inches	40 inches
Front Leg Room	43.1 inches	43.1 inches	43.1 inches	43.1 inches	43.1 inches	43.1 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	Not Available	8.7 inches	8.9 inches	8.9 inches
Overall Length	179.5 inches	179.5 inches	179.5 inches	179.5 inches	179.5 inches	179.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room	56.1 inches	56.1 inches	56.1 inches	56.1 inches	56.1 inches	56.1 inches
Turning Diameter	34.4 feet	34.4 feet	34.4 feet	34.4 feet	34.4 feet	34.4 feet
Wheel Base	103 inches	103 inches	103 inches	103 inches	103 inches	103 inches
Width with mirrors	79 inches	79 inches	79 inches	79 inches	79 inches	79 inches

FAQs

Is the Subaru Forester a 4 or 6 cylinder?

All trim levels of the 2011 Forester feature a 4 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2011 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2011 Subaru Forester specs page.

Does the 2011 Subaru Forester have a turbo?

Yes, the following 2011 Forester trims have turbo engines: 2.5XT Touring Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter, 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter. The following 2011 Forester trims do not have turbo engines: 2.5X Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter, 2.5X Premium Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2011 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2011 Subaru Forester specs page.

What features does a 2011 Forester have?

2011 Subaru Forester features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2011 Forester trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2011 Subaru Forester specs page.

How much horsepower does a 2011 Forester have?

The 2011 Forester ranges in power from the 2.5X Sport Utility 4D with 170 horsepower to the 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D with 224 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2011 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2011 Subaru Forester specs page.

Is the Subaru Forester underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2011 Forester ranges in power from the 2.5X Sport Utility 4D with 170 horsepower to the 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D with 224 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2011 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2011 Subaru Forester specs page.

Is the Subaru Forester fuel efficient?

The 2011 Forester comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the 2.5XT Touring Sport Utility 4D which gets 21 MPG, with 19 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2011 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2011 Subaru Forester specs page.