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Subaru Forester S (2023) price & specs
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Overview
The 2023 Subaru Forester S is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 1st July 2021 classified as a S-5. The Subaru Forester is regarded as a small SUV built in Japan with prices starting at $49,340 before on-road costs.
This Subaru Forester is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 110 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 196 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Variable SP AUTOMATIC transmission. Subaru claims the Forester S uses 6.7L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 152g of CO2. It has a 48L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 716km per full tank
The Subaru Forester measures 1715mm (67.5 inches) in height, 4640mm (182.7 inches) in length, 1815mm (71.5 inches) in width with a 2670mm (105.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1673kg (3688.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Forester S comes standard with 225/55 R18 front tyres and 225/55 R18 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 12,500 km, whichever comes first. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2023 Subaru Forester S has a 220mm ground clearance with a 1200kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
65.75 - 86.96 kW/t
61.39 kW/t
133.67 kW/t
Boot Space
498 - 509 litres
150 litres
615 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.7 - 7.4 L/100km
1.5 L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
716 - 851 km
224 km
3,733 km
Price
$37,890 - $49,340
$27,290
$145,600
Warranty (Years)
5 years
5 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
150,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,223 kg
1,835 kg
2,960 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,800 kg
480 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
20.2°
17.5°
22°
Departure Angle
25.8°
18.7°
28°
Ground Clearance Unladen
220 mm
97 mm
230 mm
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Dimensions
4,640 mm
1,815 mm
1,715 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,640 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,815 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 550 mm |
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Traction Control: yes
Facial Gesture Control
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 141
CO2 Level (Combined): 152
CO2 Level (Urban): 170
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 1995
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Code: Fb20
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
WLTP Emissions
HEV Charge Sustaining Testing Type: Hev Charge Sustaining
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.7
Main Capacity (L): 48
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.6
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 66
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 16.5
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 12.3
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 4.8
Battery Cell Count: 32
Battery Supplier: Panasonic
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 118
Manufacturer Name: Panasonic
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.60
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 6.30
Location: Dashboard Centre 2
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 2 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 716
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 445
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 31
WLTP HEV Charge Sustaining Standard: Wltp Hev Charge Sustaining
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.7
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.8
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 16
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 12
Maximum Torque (Nm): 196
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 66
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 196
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Terrain Type Selection
Includes TR ESP Adjustment: yes
Transmission
Code: Tr580
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 62.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1779
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 509
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10800
Front Track (in): 61.6
Front Track (mm): 1565
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 220
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.4
Overall Height (in): 67.5
Overall Height (mm): 1715
Overall Length (in): 182.7
Overall Length (mm): 4640
Overall Width (in): 71.5
Overall Width (mm): 1815
Rear Track (in): 61.8
Rear Track (mm): 1570
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1015
Rear Headroom (in): 37.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 952
Front Hip Room (in): 53.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1369
Rear Hip Room (in): 53.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1346
Front Leg Room (in): 43.0
Front Leg Room (mm): 1093
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.8
Rear Leg Room (mm): 935
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.0
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1448
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.5
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1434
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 20.2
Departure Angle: 25.8
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: SGP
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Mica
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Alloy
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Alloy
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2223
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4901
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1673
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3688
Tare Weight (kg): 1645
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 120
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 440
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 8
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Piano Black
Instrument Panel: Synthetic Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 94.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20190301
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: Good
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 80.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 78.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.5i-S Rhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 145
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 90
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Manufacturer Code: Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm)
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 12500
Distance (miles): 7767
Period (Months): 12
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