1998 Subaru Forester
US · Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD
The 1998 Subaru Forester is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
99V040000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). (THE 1999 2.2 LITER LEGACY VEHICLES ARE EXCLUDED). IN EXTREMELY COLD WEATHER, THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE IS INCREASED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER.
Reported March 3, 1999. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 10, 2026
Data verified: November 10, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1999 Subaru Forester
SUV, Gasoline
2.5L 4-cylinder (SOHC) · AWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1998 Subaru Forester have?
2.5L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Subaru Forester?
Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1998 Subaru Forester front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1998 Subaru Forester?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.