Sport AWD
What the Sport adds over the Base (+$6,110)
| Spec | Base | Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 74.4 cu-ft | 69.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 29.6 cu-ft | 27.5 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3510 lbs | 3611 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3510 lbs | 3611 lbs |
| Front headroom | 41.2 in | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.6 in | 37.7 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,995 | $36,105 |
| Tire size | 225/60R17 99H | 235/50R19 99V |
| Total interior volume | 110.8 cu-ft | 106.6 cu-ft |
| Transmission type | cvt | manual |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power driver's seat adds 2-position memory (with power lumbar support); power exterior mirrors with two-position memory synchronized with driver's seat position memory, 10-way power driver's seat with power lumbar support, 12.3-inch Digital gauge cluster: HYBRID design, 19-inch alloy wheels with bronze finish; 235/50 R19 all-season tires, 360-degree Surround View Monitor, 8-way power front passenger seat, All-Weather Package with heated front seats, Automatic Emergency Steering (works with EyeSight and Blind-Spot Detection), Cargo area cover (retractable), Dark-tint rear privacy glass, Driver Assist Technology: Reverse Automatic Braking, Driver-Assist Technology: Automatic Emergency Steering and Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System with hand gesture set temperature adjustment, Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, EV Drive Mode, Front center console: dual USB-A / USB-C charge ports and wireless charger, Harman Kardon® 11-speaker audio system with subwoofer and 576-watt equivalent amplifier, Heated and ventilated front seats, Heated exterior mirrors, Heated rear seat: outboard positions, Heated steering wheel, Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and PIN Code Access; driver's and front passenger door and rear gate sensors, LED fog lights, Leather-wrapped steering wheel, Panoramic power moonroof, Passenger side auto tilt-down with reverse gear selection, Power rear gate with automatic close, height memory and hands-free foot activation sensor, Power windows with auto up/down driver and front passenger with anti-pinch protection, Rear seat climate control outlets/vents, Rear seat fold down armrest with dual cup holders, Rear seatback release levers in cargo area, Reclining rear seatback, Regenerative braking, Roof rails: low-profile, gloss black finish, SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation system with TomTom navigation software and What3Words functionality, SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Plus system with 6-speaker audio system; wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SUBARU STARLINK Safety Plus (3-year free subscription); Safety Plus & Security Plus package (6-month free subscription) and Concierge package, SUBARU STARLINK Wi-Fi hotspot (requires active AT&T subscription), Smart Rear View Mirror, Upholstery: gray Sport StarTex® with brown stitching
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 315.0 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 299.7 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | electronic |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 69.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 27.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 106.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | SUBARU STARLINK |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 6 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in |
| Overall height | 68.1 in |
| Overall length | 183.3 in |
| Overall width | 72 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2498 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | DOHC 4-cyl. horizontally opposed (BOXER) 2.5-liter |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 180 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.6 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.7 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.4 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $36,105 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.7 in |
Steering
| Steering type | 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 | 235/50R19 99V |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.7 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3611 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3611 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety21 std · 0 opt
- 360-degree Surround View Monitor
- Driver-Assist Technology: Automatic Emergency Steering and Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- 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
- Automatic Emergency Steering (works with EyeSight and Blind-Spot Detection)
- Driver Assist Technology: Reverse Automatic Braking
- Driver's knee airbag
- DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System with hand gesture set temperature adjustment
- 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
Infotainment7 std · 0 opt
- SUBARU STARLINK Wi-Fi hotspot (requires active AT&T subscription)
- Front center console: dual USB-A / USB-C charge ports and wireless charger
- Harman Kardon® 11-speaker audio system with subwoofer and 576-watt equivalent amplifier
- SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation system with TomTom navigation software and What3Words functionality
- SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Plus system with 6-speaker audio system; wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- SUBARU STARLINK Safety Plus (3-year free subscription); Safety Plus & Security Plus package (6-month free subscription) and Concierge package
- Steering wheel audio and Bluetooth control switches
Convenience3 std · 0 opt
- Power rear gate with automatic close, height memory and hands-free foot activation sensor
- Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and PIN Code Access; driver's and front passenger door and rear gate sensors
- Power windows with auto up/down driver and front passenger with anti-pinch protection
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Dual-zone automatic climate control system with voice control and air filtration system
- Rear seat climate control outlets/vents
Seating11 std · 0 opt
- 10-way power driver's seat with power lumbar support
- All-Weather Package with heated front seats
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Rear seatback with 60/40 split fold down
- Upholstery: gray Sport StarTex® with brown stitching
- 10-way power driver's seat adds 2-position memory (with power lumbar support); power exterior mirrors with two-position memory synchronized with driver's seat position memory
- Heated rear seat: outboard positions
- 8-way power front passenger seat
- Rear seatback release levers in cargo area
- Reclining rear seatback
- Rear seat fold down armrest with dual cup holders
Interior10 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Smart Rear View Mirror
- 12.3-inch Digital gauge cluster: HYBRID design
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Day/night rear-view mirror
- Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors
- 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
Exterior11 std · 0 opt
- Panoramic power moonroof
- Power exterior mirrors, foldable
- 19-inch alloy wheels with bronze finish; 235/50 R19 all-season tires
- Dark-tint rear privacy glass
- Heated exterior mirrors
- LED fog lights
- Passenger side auto tilt-down with reverse gear selection
- Rear window wiper with washer
- Roof rails: low-profile, gloss black finish
- Roof rails: raised ladder type with tie-down points
- Sound insulation windshield
Powertrain8 std · 0 opt
- Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- X-MODE with Hill Descent Control (dual-function on Sport, Limited, Touring and all Hybrid trims)
- Active Grille Shutters in front bumper
- Auto Stop/Start fuel efficiency improvement technology
- Dual-pinion Electric Power-Assisted Steering
- EV Drive Mode
- Regenerative braking
- SI-DRIVE Engine Performance Management with Intelligent and Sport modes
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- Cargo area cover (retractable)
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 Sport
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Subaru Forester Sport?
The manufacturer lists $36,105 for the 2025 Subaru Forester Sport. That is $6,110 above the Base, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Subaru Forester Sport add over the Base?
Against the Base, 41 features become standard that the Base does not and 12 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.