2018 Subaru Forester - Specs, Features, 0-60 and Top Speed

2018 Subaru Forester
MSRP$23,795
Specs
- origin countryJapan
- engine2.5 L
- horsepower170 hp @ 5800 rpm
- torque174 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm
- transmissionContinuously Variable-Speed Automatic
- 0-60 time9.6 sec
- combined fuel economy28 mpg
Trims
performance
zero to 60 mph | 9.6 sec |
top speed | 115 mph |
engines
valvetrain | Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) |
transmission | Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic |
engine type | H-4 |
compression ratio | 10.00 to 1 |
valves | 16 |
engine displacement | 152 cu.in. |
engine bore x stroke | 3.7 x 3.5 |
engine size | 2.5 L |
engine horsepower | 170 hp @ 5800 rpm |
engine torque | 174 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm |
engine orientation | longitudinal |
engine oil cooler | 1 |
valve timing | 1 |
cylinder head | Aluminum |
engine block | Aluminum |
MPGs
fuel economy city | 22 mpg |
fuel economy highway | 32 mpg |
fuel economy combined | 28 mpg |
fuel tank capacity | 15.9 gal. |
range in miles | 413.4/508.8 mi. |
fuel type | Regular Unleaded |
interiors
cargo capacity all seats in place | 34.4 cu.ft. |
front headroom | 41.4 in. |
front hiproom | 53.9 in. |
front legroom | 43 in. |
front shoulder room | 57 in. |
interior cargo length to rear seat | 37.1 in. |
cargo capacity all seats folded | 74.7 cu.ft. |
maximum cargo capacity | 74.7 cu.ft. |
passenger capacity | 5 |
passenger volume | 108.3 cu.ft. |
2nd row headroom | 39.8 in. |
2nd row hiproom | 53 in. |
2nd row legroom | 38 in. |
2nd row shoulder room | 56.5 in. |
cargo capacity 2nd row seats folded | 74.7 cu.ft. |
cargo capacity 3rd row seats folded | 34.4 cu.ft. |
exterior dimensions
angle of approach | 23 degrees |
angle of departure | 25 degrees |
axle ratio | 3.7 |
curb weight | 3395 lbs. |
front tread | 60.9 in. |
ground clearance | 8.7 in. |
height | 66.4 in. |
length | 181.5 in. |
payload | 1158 lbs. |
ramp breakover angle | 20 degrees |
rear tread | 61.1 in. |
turning radius | 17.4 in. |
wheelbase | 103.9 in. |
width | 70.7 in. |
towing
maximum towing capacity | 1500 lbs. |
tie down | Cargo Tie-down |
trailering class | Class I Trailering With Hitch(Optional) |
fixed tow bar | No |
tow hitch | Trailer Hitch(Optional) |
brake
brake assist | Yes |
brake drying | No |
electronic brakeforce distribution | No |
abs and driveline traction control | Yes |
abs channels | 4 |
power regeneration | No |
front brake | Ventilated Front Disc Brakes |
rear brake | Solid Rear Disc Brakes |
rear brake rotor diam x thickness | 10.8 |
front brake rotor diam x thickness | 11.6 |
transmission
center differential | Center Limited Slip Differential |
drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
overdrive | No |
standard transmission | Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic |
transmission electronic control | No |
transmission oil cooler | No |
paddle shifters | No |
warranty
basic warranty | 3 yr. / 36000 mi. |
drivetrain warranty | 5 yr. / 60000 mi. |
roadside assistance | Yes |
roadside warranty | 3 yr. / 36000 mi. |
rust warranty | 5 yr. / Unlimited mi. |
corrosion perforation warranty | 5 yr. / Unlimited mi. |
Other Years

2023 Subaru Forester
$26,395 - $36,795
2.5 L0-60: 8.3 - 8.5 sec26 - 29 mpg

2022 Subaru Forester
$25,895 - $35,995
2.5 L0-60: 8.2 - 8.3 sec26 - 29 mpg

2021 Subaru Forester
$24,795 - $34,895
2.5 L0-60: 8.5 sec29 mpg

2020 Subaru Forester
$24,495 - $34,595
2.5 L0-60: 8.5 sec29 mpg

2019 Subaru Forester
$24,295 - $34,295
2.5 L0-60: 8.4 - 8.5 sec29 mpg