2021 Subaru Forester - Specs, Features, 0-60 and Top Speed

2021 Subaru Forester
MSRP$24,795
Specs
- origin countryJapan
- engine2.5 L
- horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm
- torque176 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
- transmission7 CVT w/od
- 0-60 time8.5 sec
- combined fuel economy29 mpg
Trims
performance
zero to 60 mph | 8.5 sec |
top speed | 114 mph |
engines
valvetrain | Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) |
transmission | 7 CVT w/od |
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 | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
engine torque | 176 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm |
engine orientation | longitudinal |
engine oil cooler | 1 |
valve timing | 1 |
cylinder head | Aluminum |
engine block | Aluminum |
vehicle emission | Low Emission Vehicle II |
MPGs
fuel economy city | 26 mpg |
fuel economy highway | 33 mpg |
fuel economy combined | 29 mpg |
fuel tank capacity | 16.6 gal. |
range in miles | 431.6/547.8 mi. |
fuel type | Regular Unleaded |
interiors
cargo capacity all seats in place | 31.1 cu.ft. |
front headroom | 41.2 in. |
front hiproom | 54.1 in. |
front legroom | 43.3 in. |
front shoulder room | 58.2 in. |
interior cargo length to rear seat | 35.7 in. |
cargo capacity all seats folded | 76.1 cu.ft. |
maximum cargo capacity | 76.1 cu.ft. |
passenger capacity | 5 |
passenger volume | 111.9 cu.ft. |
2nd row headroom | 39.6 in. |
2nd row hiproom | 53.6 in. |
2nd row legroom | 39.4 in. |
2nd row shoulder room | 57.2 in. |
cargo capacity 2nd row seats folded | 74.3 cu.ft. |
cargo capacity 3rd row seats folded | 31.1 cu.ft. |
exterior dimensions
angle of approach | 22.9 degrees |
angle of departure | 24.6 degrees |
axle ratio | 3.7 |
curb weight | 3449 lbs. |
front tread | 61.6 in. |
gross weight | 4891 lbs. |
ground clearance | 8.7 in. |
height | 67.5 in. |
length | 182.1 in. |
payload | 1438 lbs. |
rear tread | 61.8 in. |
turning radius | 17.7 in. |
wheelbase | 105.1 in. |
width | 71.5 in. |
towing
maximum towing capacity | 1500 lbs. |
trailering class | Class I (Optional) |
fixed tow bar | No |
brake
brake assist | Yes |
brake drying | No |
electronic brakeforce distribution | No |
abs and driveline traction control | 4-Wheel ABS |
abs channels | 4 |
power regeneration | No |
front brake | Ventilated Front Disc Brakes |
rear brake | Solid Rear Disc Brakes |
rear brake rotor diam x thickness | 11.2 |
front brake rotor diam x thickness | 11.6 |
transmission
center differential | Center Limited Slip Differential |
drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
locking hubs | Permanent |
overdrive | Yes |
standard transmission | 7 CVT w/od |
transmission electronic control | Yes |
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

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

2018 Subaru Forester
$22,795 - $36,090
2 - 2.5 L0-60: 8 - 9.8 sec24 - 28 mpg