2020 Subaru Forester Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2020 Subaru Forester lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Forester

	1 of 5 Forester Sport Utility 4D	2 of 5 Forester Premium Sport Utility 4D	3 of 5 Forester Touring Sport Utility 4D	4 of 5 Forester Limited Sport Utility 4D	5 of 5 Forester Sport SUV 4D
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Fair Market Price	$16,819	$20,858	$22,230	$22,455	$23,056
Fuel Economy	City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG	City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG	City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG	City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG	City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	182 @ 5800 RPM	182 @ 5800 RPM	182 @ 5800 RPM	182 @ 5800 RPM	182 @ 5800 RPM
Seating	5	5	5	5	5
Cargo Volume	76.10 cu ft	70.90 cu ft	70.90 cu ft	70.90 cu ft	70.90 cu ft
Dimensions	182.1" L x 80.9" W x 67.5" H	182.1" L x 80.9" W x 68.1" H	182.1" L x 81.3" W x 68.1" H	182.1" L x 81.3" W x 68.1" H	182.1" L x 81.3" W x 68.1" H
Engine	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter	4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
Configurations	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline
Towing Capacity	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs	1,500 lbs

Blind-Spot Alert	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Collision Warning System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Audible label Messaging	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Not Available
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Real-Time Traffic Information	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Touch Screen Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
iPod Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio	Optional	Optional	Standard	Optional	Optional
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Optional
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Optional	Not Available
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Torque

176 @ 5800 RPM

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

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Optional
Privacy Glass	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Hill Descent Control	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3449 pounds	3520 pounds	3589 pounds	3542 pounds	3531 pounds
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons	16.6 gallons
Front Head Room	41.2 inches	40.2 inches	40.2 inches	40.2 inches	40.2 inches
Front Leg Room	43.3 inches	43.3 inches	43.3 inches	43.3 inches	43.3 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches
Overall Length	182.1 inches	182.1 inches	182.1 inches	182.1 inches	182.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room	58.2 inches	58.2 inches	58.2 inches	58.2 inches	58.2 inches
Wheel Base	105.1 inches	105.1 inches	105.1 inches	105.1 inches	105.1 inches
Width with mirrors	80.9 inches	80.9 inches	81.3 inches	81.3 inches	81.3 inches

FAQs

Is the Subaru Forester a 4 or 6 cylinder?

All trim levels of the 2020 Forester feature a 4 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2020 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2020 Subaru Forester specs page.

Does the 2020 Subaru Forester have a turbo?

No, the 2020 Forester does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 2020 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2020 Subaru Forester specs page.

What features does a 2020 Forester have?

2020 Subaru Forester features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2020 Forester trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2020 Subaru Forester specs page.

How much horsepower does a 2020 Forester have?

All 2020 Forester trim variations have 182 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2020 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2020 Subaru Forester specs page.

Is the Subaru Forester underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. All 2020 Forester trim variations have 182 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2020 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2020 Subaru Forester specs page.

Is the Subaru Forester fuel efficient?

All trim levels of the 2020 Forester get 29 MPG, with 26 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2020 Forester specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2020 Subaru Forester specs page.