Electric Power Assisted rack-and-pinion (dual-pinion)
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)
35.4 ft
Suspension
Front suspension type
MacPherson-type struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Rear suspension type
Double wishbone, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Tires
Tire size
225/60R17 99H
Transmission
Final drive ratio
3.7
Transmission type
cvt
Weights
Curb weight (maximum)
3510 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)
3510 lbs
Wheels
Wheel diameter
17 in
Wheel material
alloy
Wheel width
7 in
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kit
Safety16 std · 0 opt
Front seat side pelvis/torso airbags
Rear vision camera
SRS: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbags
Side curtain airbags with rollover sensor
Trailer Stability Assist
4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Auto Vehicle Hold / Incline Start Assist
Driver's knee airbag
Electronic Parking Brake
Electronic traction control (TCS)
EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, Pre-Collision Braking, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Lane Departure and Sway Warning, Lead Vehicle Start Alert, Lane Departure Prevention
LED headlights with High Beam Assist
Rear Seat Reminder
Vehicle Dynamics Control
Remote keyless entry / security system and engine immobilizer
Tire Pressure Monitoring System with pressure display for individual tires and automatic individual wheel I.D. registration
Infotainment2 std · 0 opt
SUBARU STARLINK dual 7-inch Multimedia with 4-speaker audio system; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wired connectivity
Steering wheel audio and Bluetooth control switches
Convenience1 std · 0 opt
Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-up/auto-down with pinch protection (Base)
Climate1 std · 0 opt
Dual-zone automatic climate control system with voice control and air filtration system
Seating3 std · 0 opt
Rear seatback with 60/40 split fold down
6-way manual driver seat with height adjuster
Upholstery: hexagonal patterned cloth with blue stitching
Interior5 std · 0 opt
Day/night rear-view mirror
Tilt and telescoping steering column
Cargo area LED light with off-delay
Carpeted floor mats
Overhead console with dual LED map lights with off-delay; shower light and sunglasses holder
Exterior5 std · 0 opt
Power exterior mirrors, foldable
17-inch alloy wheels, dark metallic with machine finish; 225/60 R17 all-season tires
Rear window wiper with washer
Roof rails: raised ladder type with tie-down points
Sound insulation windshield
Powertrain6 std · 0 opt
Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
Active Grille Shutters in front bumper
Active Torque Vectoring standard on all models
Auto Stop/Start fuel efficiency improvement technology
Dual-pinion Electric Power-Assisted Steering
SI-DRIVE Engine Performance Management with Intelligent and Sport modes
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Forester. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Base
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits
How much is the 2025 Subaru Forester Base?
The manufacturer lists $29,995 for the 2025 Subaru Forester Base. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.