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Subaru Forester Base (2026) price & specs
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Overview
The 2026 Subaru Forester Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 3rd May 2025 classified as a SK. The Subaru Forester is regarded as a small SUV built in Japan with prices starting at $46,490 before on-road costs.
This Subaru Forester is powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that has 145 kW of power and 212 Nm of torque via a Variable SP AUTOMATIC transmission. Subaru claims the Forester Base uses 6.2L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 140g of CO2. It has a 63L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1016km per full tank
The Subaru Forester measures 1730mm (68.1 inches) in height, 4655mm (183.3 inches) in length, 1830mm (72.0 inches) in width with a 2670mm (105.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1717kg (3785.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Forester Base comes standard with 225/55 R18 front tyres and 225/55 R18 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 60 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2026 Subaru Forester Base has a 220mm ground clearance with a 1200kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
81.83 - 84.45 kW/t
63.58 kW/t
111.56 kW/t
Boot Space
484 - 496 litres
410 litres
839 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.2 - 7.9 L/100km
0.5 L/100km
8.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
797 - 1,016 km
667 km
9,000 km
Price
$43,490 - $55,990
$30,750
$99,500
Warranty (Years)
5 years
5 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,223 - 2,443 kg
1,835 kg
3,220 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,800 kg
1,000 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
20.2°
17.6°
31.5°
Departure Angle
25.8°
18.7°
37.5°
Ground Clearance Unladen
220 mm
148 mm
227 mm
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Dimensions
4,655 mm
1,830 mm
1,730 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,655 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,830 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 726 mm |
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Explore Subaru Forester Features & Specs
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Transmission: yes
Facial Gesture Control
Location: Front
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
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & 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
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
Virtual Assistant: Other
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 140
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 2498
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Code: Fb20
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
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 Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.6
Main Capacity (L): 63
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.9
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 276
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 122.4
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 90.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 11.60
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1016
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 631
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 47
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 37
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.2
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 197
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 122
Maximum Power (kW): 145
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 90
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 276
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 165
Maximum Power (kW): 121
Maximum Torque (Nm): 212
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Code: Tr580
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
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: 99
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: 99
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
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 60.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1707
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 484
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): 68.1
Overall Height (mm): 1730
Overall Length (in): 183.3
Overall Length (mm): 4655
Overall Width (in): 72.0
Overall Width (mm): 1830
Rear Track (in): 61.8
Rear Track (mm): 1570
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.4
Front Headroom (mm): 1052
Rear Headroom (in): 39.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 1012
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
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Alloy
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Alloy
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
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): 2443
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5386
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1717
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3785
Tare Weight (kg): 1677
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 120
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Piano Black
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 83.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 91.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250701
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 86.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20301231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 75.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.5i-S Rhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: 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
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
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 Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
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
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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