2026 SUBARU FORESTER BASE
2.5L 4-cylinder BOXER engine Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive - USA Market
Specification Categories
- • Vehicle Identity
- • Exterior and Lighting
- • Dimensions and Aerodynamics
- • Interior and Infotainment
- • Engine Specifications
- • Transmission and Drivetrain
- • Performance and Fuel Economy
- • Chassis Suspension and Brakes
- • Wheels and Tires
- • Weights and Towing
- • Safety and Driver Assistance
- • Fluids and Maintenance
| Brand Name | Subaru |
|---|---|
| Model Name | Forester |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Trim Level | Base |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Target Market | USA |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Headlights Technology Type | LED |
|---|---|
| Automatic High Beam | yes |
| Overall Length | 183.3 in |
|---|---|
| Overall Length (mm) | 4655.8 mm |
| Overall Width | 72.0 in |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1828.8 mm |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2062.5 mm |
| Overall Height | 68.1 in |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1729.7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2669.5 mm |
| Front Track Width | 1564.6 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1569.7 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 221 mm |
| Approach Angle | 19.0 degrees |
| Departure Angle | 24.6 degrees |
| Breakover Angle | 19.6 degrees |
| Roof Rack Type | Raised roof rails |
| Standard Cargo Volume | 2.1 m^3 |
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| Infotainment Display Size | 7.0 inch |
| Smartphone Integration | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Engine Code | FB25 |
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| Engine Type | 4-stroke direct injection gasoline engine |
| Engine Configuration | Horizontally opposed |
| Engine Displacement | 2,498 cc |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (mm) | 94.0 mm |
| Stroke (mm) | 90.0 mm |
| Camshaft Layout | DOHC |
| Compression Ratio | 12.0 |
| Firing Order | 1 - 3 - 2 - 4 |
| Fuel System Type | Direct injection |
| Engine Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Recommended Octane Rating | 87 AKI |
| Forced Induction Type | non-turbo |
| Aspiration Detail | Naturally Aspirated |
| Recommended Oil Viscosity | 0W-16 |
| Power | 180 hp |
| Power (kW) | 134.2 kW |
| Transmission Type | Continuously variable transmission |
|---|---|
| Transmission Marketing Name | Lineartronic |
| Manual Shift Mode | Yes |
| Drivetrain Architecture | All-wheel drive |
| All-Wheel Drive System | Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62.8 L |
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| Steering Assist Type | electric power steering |
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| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Vehicle Dynamics Control |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | Traction Control Function |
| Hill Descent Control (HDC) | yes |
| Front Tire Width (mm) | 225 mm |
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| Front Tire Aspect Ratio | 60 |
| Front Rim Diameter (inches) | 17 inches |
| Rear Tire Width (mm) | 225 mm |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 60 |
| Rear Rim Diameter (inches) | 17 inches |
| Tire Load Index | 99 |
| Tire Speed Rating | H |
| Rim Material | aluminum-alloy |
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque (Nm) | 120 N-m |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary spare tire |
| Maximum Towing Capacity (Braked) | 680 kg |
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| Maximum Roof Load (kg) | 68 kg |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) | Pre-Collision Braking System |
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| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) | Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Departure and Sway Warning |
| Lane Centering Assist | Lane Centering |
| Engine Oil Capacity with Filter (Liters) | 4.4 L |
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| Engine Oil Capacity without Filter (Liters) | 4.2 L |
| Coolant System Capacity (Liters) | 8.2 L |
| AC Refrigerant Type | R-1234yf (HFO-1234yf) |
| Transmission Fluid Capacity (Liters) | 11.3 L |
| Differential Fluid Type | API classification GL-5 75W-90 |
| Brake Fluid Specification Type | FMVSS No. 116, DOT 3 or DOT 4 |
| Windshield Washer Fluid Capacity (Liters) | 0.6 L |
| Spark Plug Type Code | DILKAR7Q8 |
