2018 Subaru Forester Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2018 Subaru Forester lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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	1 of 6 Forester 2.5i Sport Utility 4D	2 of 6 Forester 2.0XT Premium Sport Utility 4D	3 of 6 Forester 2.5i Touring Sport Utility 4D	4 of 6 Forester 2.5i Premium Sport Utility 4D	5 of 6 Forester 2.5i Limited Sport Utility 4D	6 of 6 Forester 2.0XT Touring Sport Utility 4D
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Fair Market Price	$12,460	$14,310	$15,731	$15,880	$16,875	$17,524
Fuel Economy	City 26/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG	City 23/Hwy 27/Comb 25 MPG	City 26/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG	City 26/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG	City 26/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG	City 23/Hwy 27/Comb 25 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	170 @ 5800 RPM	250 @ 5600 RPM	170 @ 5800 RPM	170 @ 5800 RPM	170 @ 5800 RPM	250 @ 5600 RPM
Seating	5	5	5	5	5	5
Cargo Volume	74.70 cu ft	68.50 cu ft	68.50 cu ft	68.50 cu ft	68.50 cu ft	68.50 cu ft
Engine	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter
Configurations	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline
Towing Capacity	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs

Blind-Spot Alert	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
Collision Warning System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Optional	Standard
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	Standard	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
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Audible label Messaging	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Internet Access	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Optional	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Real-Time Traffic Information	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Optional	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Not Available
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

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

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

Torque

174 @ 5800 RPM

258 @ 5600 RPM

174 @ 5800 RPM

258 @ 5600 RPM

Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Standard	Standard
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	Standard	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
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	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	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	Optional	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Not Available	Not Available
Privacy Glass	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

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

Curb Weight	3395 pounds	3653 pounds	3494 pounds	3349 pounds	3455 pounds	3717 pounds
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gallons	15.9 gallons	15.9 gallons	15.9 gallons	15.9 gallons	15.9 gallons
Front Head Room	41.4 inches	40 inches	40 inches	40 inches	40 inches	40 inches
Front Leg Room	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches	43 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches
Overall Length	181.5 inches	181.5 inches	181.5 inches	181.5 inches	181.5 inches	181.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room	57 inches	57 inches	57 inches	57 inches	57 inches	57 inches
Turning Diameter	34.8 feet	34.8 feet	34.8 feet	34.8 feet	34.8 feet	34.8 feet
Wheel Base	103.9 inches	103.9 inches	103.9 inches	103.9 inches	103.9 inches	103.9 inches

FAQs

Is the Subaru Forester a 4 or 6 cylinder?

All trim levels of the 2018 Forester feature a 4 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Subaru Forester specs page.

Does the 2018 Subaru Forester have a turbo?

Yes, the following 2018 Forester trims have turbo engines: 2.0XT Premium Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter, 2.0XT Touring Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter. The following 2018 Forester trims do not have turbo engines: 2.5i Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter, 2.5i Touring Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, PZEV, 2.5 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Subaru Forester specs page.

What features does a 2018 Forester have?

2018 Subaru Forester features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2018 Forester trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Subaru Forester specs page.

How much horsepower does a 2018 Forester have?

The 2018 Forester ranges in power from the 2.5i Sport Utility 4D with 170 horsepower to the 2.0XT Touring Sport Utility 4D with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Subaru Forester specs page.

Is the Subaru Forester underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 2018 Forester ranges in power from the 2.5i Sport Utility 4D with 170 horsepower to the 2.0XT Touring Sport Utility 4D with 250 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2018 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Subaru Forester specs page.

Is the Subaru Forester fuel efficient?

The 2018 Forester comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the 2.0XT Premium Sport Utility 4D which gets 25 MPG, with 23 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2018 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2018 Subaru Forester specs page.