Sport Hybrid AWD
What the Sport Hybrid adds over the Base (+$7,935)
| Spec | Base | Sport Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 315.0 mm | 320.0 mm |
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 68.6 cu-ft | 64.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 35.4 cu-ft | 33.1 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3510 lbs | 3913 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3510 lbs | 3913 lbs |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 194 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 154 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 4-cylinder horizontally opposed (SUBARU BOXER®); aluminum cylinder block and cylinder heads | 4-cylinder horizontally opposed (SUBARU BOXER®); aluminum cylinder block and cylinder heads; Atkinson/Miller cycle; series-parallel hybrid with two electric motor generators |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4901 lbs | 5386 lbs |
| Front headroom | 41.2 in | 40 in |
| Third-row headroom | 39.6 in | 37.7 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,995 | $37,930 |
| Tire size | 225/60R17 99H all-season | 235/50R19 99V all-season |
| Total interior volume | 110.8 cu-ft | 106.6 cu-ft |
| Final drive ratio | 3.7 | 3.700:1 |
| Transmission type | cvt | manual |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 1-Touch Folding Rear Seatback, 10-Way Power Driver's Seat w/2-Way Lumbar Support, 10-Way Power Driver's Seat w/2-Way Lumbar Support, 12.3-inch Full Digital Gauge Cluster, 6-Speaker system, 8-speed manual mode with steering wheel paddle shift control switches, All-Weather Package (Heated Front Seat, Mirrors, De-Icer), All-Weather Package (Heated Front Seat, Mirrors, De-Icer), Animal-Free Simulated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Automatic Emergency Steering, Blind Spot Monitoring, Dark Tint Privacy Glass, Emergency Lane Keep Assist, Front Dual USB-A and USB-C Charge Ports, Front Enhanced Underbody Protection, Harman Kardon® 11-Speaker System, Heated Steering Wheel, Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, Lane Change Assist, Leather-Trimmed Upholstery w/Blue Stitching, Low-Profile Type, Gloss Black Roof Rails, Panoramic Power Moonroof, Power Mirrors w/Integrated Turn Signals, Power Rear Gate w/ Automatic Close & Height Memory, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Rear Seat Armrest w/Dual Cupholders, Rear USB-A and USB-C Charge Ports, Reclining Rear Seats, Retractable Cargo Cover, Reverse Automatic Braking, Sport StarTex® Interior Upholstery w/ Bronze Stitching, Subaru 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation System, Wireless Android Auto™, Wireless Apple CarPlay®, Wireless Charger, X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control, X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 320.0 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 299.7 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 64.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 33.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 106.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | MySubaru Companion |
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) | 4-cylinder horizontally opposed (SUBARU BOXER®); aluminum cylinder block and cylinder heads; Atkinson/Miller cycle; series-parallel hybrid with two electric motor generators |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 194 hp |
| Torque | 154 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.6 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.7 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.3 in |
| Third-row legroom | 39.4 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $37,930 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 in |
| Third-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, dampers, stabilizer bar, hydraulic engine mounts |
| Rear suspension type | Double wishbone, coil springs, dampers, stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/50R19 99V all-season |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.700:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3913 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3913 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5386 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety18 std · 0 opt
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control
- Adaptive Cruise Control w/Lane Centering
- Auto Vehicle Shut Down
- Automatic Emergency Steering
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Emergency Lane Keep Assist
- Emergency Stop Assist
- EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology
- LED Steering Responsive Headlights w/High Beam Assist
- Lane Change Assist
- Lane Departure & Sway Warning
- Lead Vehicle Start Alert
- Pre-Collision Braking, Follow Distance Warning, and Throttle Management
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Rear-Vision Camera
- Reverse Automatic Braking
- Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) with electronic traction control (TCS) and rollover sensor
Infotainment13 std · 9 opt
- MySubaru Companion: Advanced Automatic Collision Notification optional
- MySubaru Companion+: Remote Engine Start w/Remote Climate Controls optional
- AT&T Wi-Fi Hotspot (30-day free trial or up to 3GB / Subscription Required After): Integrated Streaming, Wi-Fi HotSpot
- MySubaru Companion+: Remote Lock, Unlock, Horn and Lights optional
- MySubaru Companion: Stolen Vehicle Recovery and Immobilization optional
- MySubaru Companion: Remote Vehicle Locator optional
- 3.5 MM Auxiliary Input Jack
- 6-Speaker system
- 8-speed manual mode with steering wheel paddle shift control switches
- AM/FM Stereo HD Radio®
- Bluetooth® Audio Streaming, Hands-Free Phone Connectivity, SMS Text Messaging
- Front Dual USB-A and USB-C Charge Ports
- Harman Kardon® 11-Speaker System
- Rear USB-A and USB-C Charge Ports
- Subaru 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation System
- Wireless Android Auto™
- Wireless Apple CarPlay®
- Wireless Charger
- MySubaru Companion (5-Year Free Trial/Subscription Required After): SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Advanced Automatic Collision Notification, Maintenance Notifications, Diagnostic Alerts, Vehicle Condition Check, Vehicle Health Report, Service Appointment Scheduler, Remote Vehicle Locator, Stolen Vehicle Recovery and Immobilization optional
- MySubaru Companion+ (Subscription Required): Remote Engine Start w/Remote Climate Controls, Remote Lock, Unlock, Horn and Lights; Curfew, Boundary and Speed Alerts; Valet Mode w/Password Reset, Pin, and Speed Alert; Trip Logs; Driving Journal; MySubaru Personal Assistant optional
- SiriusXM Travel Link® optional
- SiriusXM w/360L® optional
Convenience3 std · 0 opt
- Power Rear Gate w/ Automatic Close & Height Memory
- 12-Volt Power Outlet (Front Center Console)
- Keyless Access with Push-Button Start
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control w/Voice Activation
Seating9 std · 0 opt
- All-Weather Package (Heated Front Seat, Mirrors, De-Icer)
- 1-Touch Folding Rear Seatback
- 10-Way Power Driver's Seat w/2-Way Lumbar Support
- 60/40 Folding Rear Seatback
- Cloth Upholstery
- Leather-Trimmed Upholstery w/Blue Stitching
- Reclining Rear Seats
- Sport StarTex® Interior Upholstery w/ Bronze Stitching
- Rear Seat Armrest w/Dual Cupholders
Interior6 std · 1 opt
- Heated Steering Wheel
- 4.2-inch Combination Meter Display
- 12.3-inch Full Digital Gauge Cluster
- Animal-Free Simulated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Cargo Area Light
- Welcome Lighting
- All-Weather Floor Mats optional
Exterior12 std · 0 opt
- All-Weather Package (Heated Front Seat, Mirrors, De-Icer)
- Crossbar Mounting Points
- Door Cladding
- Front Enhanced Underbody Protection
- Ladder Type Roof Rails
- Low-Profile Type, Gloss Black Roof Rails
- Panoramic Power Moonroof
- Power Mirrors
- Power Mirrors w/Integrated Turn Signals
- Sound Insulating Windshield
- Wheel Arch Cladding
- Dark Tint Privacy Glass
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control
Cargo2 std · 1 opt
- Cargo Area Hooks
- Retractable Cargo Cover
- Cargo Tray optional
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Common questions about the Sport Hybrid
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Subaru Forester Sport Hybrid?
The manufacturer lists $37,930 for the 2027 Subaru Forester Sport Hybrid. That is $7,935 above the Base, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Subaru Forester Sport Hybrid add over the Base?
Against the Base, 37 features become standard that the Base does not and 18 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.