Touring AWD
What the Touring adds over the Base (+$11,600)
| Spec | Base | Touring |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3664 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3510 lbs | 3664 lbs |
| Front headroom | 41.2 in | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.6 in | 37.7 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,995 | $41,595 |
| 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 with power lumbar support, 12.3-inch Digital gauge cluster: HYBRID design, 18-inch alloy wheels, dark metallic with machine finish; 225/55 R18 all-season tires, 19-inch alloy wheels, dark gray with machine finish; 235/50 R19 all-season tires, 360-degree Surround View Monitor, 8-speed manual shift mode and steering wheel paddle-shift controls for Lineartronic® CVT, 8-way power front passenger seat, All-Weather Package with heated front seats, Cargo area cover (retractable), Dark-tint rear privacy glass, 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 exterior mirrors, 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, Perforated leather-trimmed upholstery with blue stitching, 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 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), Stainless steel tailpipe tip, Windshield wipers: Rain Sensor
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) | $41,595 |
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) | 3664 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3664 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety17 std · 0 opt
- 360-degree Surround View Monitor
- 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
Infotainment7 std · 0 opt
- SUBARU STARLINK Wi-Fi hotspot (requires active AT&T subscription)
- 8-speed manual shift mode and steering wheel paddle-shift controls for Lineartronic® CVT
- 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 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
Convenience2 std · 0 opt
- 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
Seating8 std · 0 opt
- 10-way power driver's seat with power lumbar support
- All-Weather Package with heated front seats
- Rear seatback with 60/40 split fold down
- 8-way power front passenger seat
- Perforated leather-trimmed upholstery with blue stitching
- Rear seatback release levers in cargo area
- Reclining rear seatback
- Rear seat fold down armrest with dual cup holders
Interior9 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- 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
Exterior12 std · 0 opt
- Panoramic power moonroof
- Power exterior mirrors, foldable
- 18-inch alloy wheels, dark metallic with machine finish; 225/55 R18 all-season tires
- 19-inch alloy wheels, dark gray with machine finish; 235/50 R19 all-season tires
- Dark-tint rear privacy glass
- Heated exterior mirrors
- LED fog lights
- Rear window wiper with washer
- Roof rails: low-profile, gloss black finish
- Sound insulation windshield
- Stainless steel tailpipe tip
- Windshield wipers: Rain Sensor
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- 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)
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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 Touring
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Subaru Forester Touring?
The manufacturer lists $41,595 for the 2025 Subaru Forester Touring. That is $11,600 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 Touring add over the Base?
Against the Base, 33 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.