2024 Subaru Forester
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
The 2024 Subaru Forester is listed in the US market as a suv 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 (SIDI)
- Transmission
- 8-speed CVT
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | CVT | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 8 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
23V754000: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number…
Reported November 9, 2023. View on NHTSA
23V723000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Forester vehicles. The engine water pipe may have loose attachment bolts, allowing the pipe to lose its seal and leak coolant.
Remedy: Subarus independent distributor processing facilities will tighten the water pipe attachment bolts. The affected vehicles have not been delivered to dealers or sold to owners and therefore, no owner notification letters will be sent.…
Reported October 26, 2023. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 3, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 7, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 3, 2026
Data verified: November 3, 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2024 Subaru Forester have?
2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Subaru Forester?
Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2024 Subaru Forester front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2024 Subaru Forester?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.