2012 Subaru Forester
Starting MSRP $20,595–$29,895
Standard Equipment & Options
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Standard Equipment
Available Options
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2.5X$20,595 |
2.5X Premium$23,295 |
2.5X Limited$26,595 |
2.5XT Premium$27,095 |
2.5X Touring$27,895 |
2.5XT Touring$29,895 |
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| Dual exhaust |
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| Number of doors:4 |
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| Rear cargo:liftgate |
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| Power door mirrors |
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| Heated door mirrors |
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| Turn signal indicator mirrors |
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| Spoiler | $368 | $368 | $368 |
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| Trailer hitch receiver | $468 | $468 | $468 | $468 | $468 | $468 |
Convenience Features |
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| Speed control |
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| Rear beverage holders |
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| Front beverage holders |
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| Navigation system |
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$1,000 | $1,000 |
| Air conditioning |
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| Automatic temperature control |
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| Power moonroof |
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| Power front windows |
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| Remote keyless entry |
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| Tilt steering wheel |
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| Telescoping steering wheel |
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| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 |
| Garage door transmitter | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 |
Entertainment Features |
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| AM/FM radio |
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| CD player |
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| MP3 decoder |
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| Steering wheel mounted audio controls |
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Speakers |
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| 4 |
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| 6 | $109 | $109 |
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$109 |
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| 5 | $270 | $315 |
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| 7 |
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Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation |
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| High intensity discharge headlights |
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| Front fog lights | $374 | $374 |
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| Variably intermittent wipers |
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| Rear window wiper |
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| Rear window defroster |
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| Tachometer |
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| Trip computer |
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| Compass | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 | $278 |
| Outside temperature display |
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| Low tire pressure warning |
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Reverse sensing system |
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| Rear | $363 | $363 | $363 | $363 | $363 | $363 |
| Rear camera only |
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Off-Road Capability |
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| Ramp breakover angle:20.8 deg |
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| Approach angle:24.8 deg |
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Departure angle |
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| 25.6 deg |
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| 24.8 deg |
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Ground clearance (min) |
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| 221mm (8.7") |
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| 226mm (8.9") |
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Powertrain |
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| Fuel tank capacity:16.9gal. |
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| Cylinder configuration:H-4 |
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| Number of valves:16 |
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| Engine liters:2.5 |
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| Compressor:intercooled turbo |
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| Variable valve control |
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| Mode select transmission | $1,200 | $1,000 |
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| Sequential sport shift | $1,200 | $1,000 |
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| Drive type:all-wheel drive |
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| Block heater |
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Fuel economy city |
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| 19mpg |
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| 21mpg |
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Fuel economy highway |
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| 27mpg |
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| 24mpg |
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Horsepower |
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| 224hp @ 5,200RPM |
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| 170hp @ 5,800RPM |
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Recommended fuel |
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| Premium unleaded |
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| Regular unleaded |
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Torque |
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| 226 lb.-ft. @ 2,800RPM |
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| 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,100RPM |
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Transmission |
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| 4 speed automatic | $1,200 | $1,000 |
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| 5 speed manual |
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Safety and Security |
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| Occupant sensing airbag |
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| Traction control |
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| Stability control |
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| Panic alarm |
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| Immobilizer |
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| Security system |
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| Overhead airbag |
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| ABS brakes |
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| Brake assist |
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| Dual front impact airbags |
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| Dual front side impact airbags |
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Seats and Trim |
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| Max. seating capacity:5 |
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| Front seats:bucket |
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| Power driver seat |
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| Heated front seats |
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| Leather shift knob | $180 | $180 |
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| Leather upholstery |
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| Rear seat center armrest |
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| Split folding rear seat |
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| Rear seats:bench |
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| Front center armrest |
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Suspension/Handling |
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| Four wheel independent suspension |
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| Power steering |
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| Alloy wheels | $400 |
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Front tires |
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| 215/65HR16.0 BSW |
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| 225/55HR17.0 BSW |
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Rear tires |
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| 215/65HR16.0 BSW |
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| 225/55HR17.0 BSW |
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Warranty |
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| Basic warranty:36 months/36,000miles |
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| Powertrain warranty:60 months/60,000miles |
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| Corrosion perforation warranty:60 months/ unlimited distance |
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| Roadside assistance coverage:36 months/36,000miles |
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