2025 Subaru Forester
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
The 2025 Subaru Forester is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI; Hybrid)
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
- Economy
- 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) combined
Official photograph of 2026 model sharing this design generation. Primary illustration above depicts verified 2025 Subaru Forester dimensions.
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI; Hybrid) | |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | CVT | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.
26V436000: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Remedy: Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional…
Reported July 7, 2026. View on NHTSA
25V419000: CHILD SEAT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614.…
Reported June 19, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V033000: WHEELS
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles equipped with 18" aluminum alloy wheels. The wheels may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface, which can result in the wheel being improperly attached and cause a loss of vehicle stability.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRB-25.
Reported January 23, 2025. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 4, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 2, 2026
Data verified: November 2, 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 2025 Subaru Forester have?
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI; Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Subaru Forester?
Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2025 Subaru Forester front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2025 Subaru Forester?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.