2018 Subaru Forester specs & colors

Sport Utility

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$23,795

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Key specs

4-door
5 seats
170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
28 combined MPG
181.5" length, 68.2" height
All Wheel Drive

Color options

Exterior

Ice Silver Metallic

Interior

Black

Gray

Packages

Base Model

$0

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Protection Package #1

$614

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- Cargo Cover - Manual Rear Gate
- Part number 65550SG002VH
- Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover
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$614

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- Cargo Cover - Manual Rear Gate
- Part number 65550SG002VH
- Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover
- May be used separately
- Rear Seatback Protector
- Part number J501SSG400
- All-Weather Floor Mats
- Part number J501SSG200
- Splash Guards
- Part number J1010SG300
- Rear Bumper Cover
- Part number E771SSG350
Int & Ext Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting

$474

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- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass
- Part number H501SSG203
- Passenger's Side Mirror
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$474

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- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass
- Part number H501SSG203
- Passenger's Side Mirror
- Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit
- Part number SOA635113
- Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting
- Part number J201SSG301
- Driver's Side Mirror
- Part number J205SSG100

Alloy Wheel Package

$600

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- driver's and front passenger window w/automatic up & down functionality and anti-pinch protection and illuminated driver's power window master switch
- Black Finish Roof Rails
- Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Black Machine Finish Alloy
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$600

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- driver's and front passenger window w/automatic up & down functionality and anti-pinch protection and illuminated driver's power window master switch
- Black Finish Roof Rails
- Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Black Machine Finish Alloy
- Aluminum
Int/Ext Auto Dim Mirror w/HomeLink/Approach Light

$594

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- Passenger's Side Mirror
- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
- Part number H501SSG303
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$594

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- Passenger's Side Mirror
- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
- Part number H501SSG303
- Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit
- Part number SOA635113
- Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting
- Part number J201SSG301
- Driver's Side Mirror
- Part number J205SSG100
Popular Package #2A

$757

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- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
- Part number H501SSG303
- Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting
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$757

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- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
- Part number H501SSG303
- Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting
- Part number J201SSG301
- Rear Seat Back Cargo Net
- Part number F551SSG021
- Rear Bumper Cover
- Part number E771SSG350
Protection Package #3A

$803

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- Map & Dome Light LED Upgrade
- Cargo Tray
- Part number J501SSG000
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$803

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- Map & Dome Light LED Upgrade
- Cargo Tray
- Part number J501SSG000
- All-Weather Floor Mats
- Part number J501SSG200
- Splash Guards
- Part number J1010SG300
- Rear Bumper Cover
- Part number E771SSG350
Kicker Audio Upgrade Package

$355

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- Kicker Tweeter Kit
- Part number H631SFJ101
- Kicker Speaker Upgrade
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$355

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- Kicker Tweeter Kit
- Part number H631SFJ101
- Kicker Speaker Upgrade
- Part number H631SSG000
Protection Package #1A

$801

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- Map & Dome Light LED Upgrade
- Splash Guards
- Part number J1010SG300
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$801

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- Map & Dome Light LED Upgrade
- Splash Guards
- Part number J1010SG300
- Cargo Cover - Manual Rear Gate
- Part number 65550SG002VH
- Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover
- May be used separately
- Cargo Tray
- Part number J501SSG000
- Aero Crossbar Set
- Part number E361SSG000
- Rear Bumper Cover
- Part number E771SSG350
Popular Package #3A

$792

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- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
- Part number H501SSG303
- Map & Dome Light LED Upgrade
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$792

Starting MSRP
- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
- Part number H501SSG303
- Map & Dome Light LED Upgrade
- Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting
- Part number J201SSG301
- Rear Bumper Cover
- Part number E771SSG350
Protection Package #3

$704

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- Splash Guards
- Part number J1010SG300
- Cargo Tray
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$704

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- Splash Guards
- Part number J1010SG300
- Cargo Tray
- Part number J501SSG000
- Rear Seatback Protector
- Part number J501SSG400
- All-Weather Floor Mats
- Part number J501SSG200
- Aero Crossbar Set
- Part number E361SSG000
- Rear Bumper Cover
- Part number E771SSG350

Specifications

Highlights

Engine Type: Regular Unleaded H-4
MPG: 26 City / 32 Hwy
Horsepower: 170 hp
Seating Capacity: 5

Brakes

Drum - Rear (Yes or ): N/A
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 11 in
Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 12 in
Brake ABS System (Second Line): N/A
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): N/A

Engine

SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 174 @ 4000
Displacement: 2.5 L/152
Engine Type: Regular Unleaded H-4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 170 @ 5800
Transmission Options: CVT Transmission
A/T
MPG: 26 City / 32 Hwy
Total Cooling System Capacity: N/A

Entertainment

Bluetooth®: Standard

Measurements

Cargo Box (Area) Height: 35 in
Min Ground Clearance: 9 in
Front Leg Room: 43 in
Track Width, Front: 61 in
Rear Door Opening Width: N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1: 72 in
Wheelbase: 104 in
Rear Door Opening Height: N/A
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3: N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 3: N/A
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline: 46 in
Length, Overall: 182 in
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings: 42 in
Front Hip Room: 54 in
Height, Overall: 66 in
Second Leg Room: 38 in
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2: 37 in
Front Shoulder Room: 57 in
Passenger Capacity: 5
Front Head Room: 41 in
Cargo Volume to Seat 2: 34 ft³
Width, Max w/o mirrors: 71 in
Second Shoulder Room: 57 in
Track Width, Rear: 61 in
Second Hip Room: 53 in
Liftover Height: 29 in
Passenger Volume: 108 ft³
Second Head Room: 40 in
Cargo Volume to Seat 1: 75 ft³

Safety

Backup Camera: Standard
Stability Control: Standard

Steering

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: N/A
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb: 35 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall: N/A
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): N/A
Steering Type: Rack-Pinion

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Front: Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear: Double Wishbone

Tires & Wheels

Spare Wheel Size: Compact in
Front Wheel Size: 17 X 7 in
Rear Tire Size: P225/60HR17
Rear Wheel Material: Steel
Front Tire Size: P225/60HR17
Front Wheel Material: Steel
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Rear Wheel Size: 17 X 7 in

Weight & Capacity

Base Curb Weight: 3,395 lbs
Curb Weight - Rear: N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 150 lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 1,500 lbs
Curb Weight - Front: N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 1,500 lbs
Maximum Payload Capacity: N/A
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: 16 gal
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: 150 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity: 1,500 lbs
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: N/A
Total Option Weight: 0 lbs
Curb Weight: N/A

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