2021 Subaru Forester Touring specs & colors
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MSRP
- CVT $24,795
- Premium CVT $27,795
- Sport CVT $29,395
- Limited CVT $31,395
- Touring CVT $34,895
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Color options
Interior
Black
Onyx
Packages
$0
Starting MSRP
$600
Starting MSRP
- Passenger's Side Mirror - Bulk
- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
- Part number H501SSG304
$943
Starting MSRP
- Rear Bumper Cover
- Part number E771SSJ000
- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
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$480
Starting MSRP
- Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass
- Part number H501SSG203
- Passenger's Side Mirror - Bulk
Specifications
| EPA Classification | Small SUV 4WD |
| Front Wheel Size | 18 X 7 in |
| Rear Wheel Size | 18 X 7 in |
| Spare Wheel Size | Compact in |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | N/A |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | N/A |
| Engine Type | Regular Unleaded H-4 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L/152 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 182 @ 5800 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 176 @ 4400 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 33 MPG |
| Cruising Range - City | 431.60 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 26 MPG |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 29 MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 547.80 mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 7 |
| Trans Description Cont. | CVT w/OD |
| Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.60 - 0.75 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.69 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.70 |
| Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High | N/A |
| Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low | N/A |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.56 |
| Suspension Type - Front | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Double Wishbone |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Double Wishbone |
| Brake Type | 4-Wheel Disc |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 11.6 in |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 11.2 in |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 16.6 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | N/A |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 35.4 ft |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
| Front Tire Size | P225/55HR18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P225/55HR18 |
| Spare Tire Size | Compact |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | 1500 lbs |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | 150 lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | 1500 lbs |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | 150 lbs |
| Maximum Trailering Capacity | 1500 lbs |
| Base Curb Weight | 3589 lbs |
| Curb Weight - Front | N/A lbs |
| Curb Weight - Rear | N/A lbs |
| Maximum Payload Capacity | N/A lbs |
| Curb Weight | N/A lbs |
| Total Option Weight | 0.00 lbs |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume | 107.8 ft³ |
| Front Head Room | 40.2 in |
| Front Leg Room | 43.3 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.2 in |
| Front Hip Room | 54.1 in |
| Second Head Room | 37.7 in |
| Second Leg Room | 39.4 in |
| Second Shoulder Room | 57.2 in |
| Second Hip Room | 53.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Length, Overall | 182.1 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 71.5 in |
| Height, Overall | 68.1 in |
| Track Width, Front | 61.6 in |
| Track Width, Rear | 61.8 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | 8.7 in |
| Rear Door Opening Height | N/A in |
| Rear Door Opening Width | N/A in |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 | 70.3 in |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 | 35.7 in |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 | N/A in |
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline | 51.2 in |
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings | 43.3 in |
| Cargo Box (Area) Height | 32.4 in |
| Liftover Height | 28.4 in |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 | 69.2 ft³ |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 | 28.9 ft³ |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 | 28.9 ft³ |
| Digital Signal Processor | Optional |
| 2 LCD Monitors In The Front | Optional |
| Radio: Subaru Starlink 8.0" Multimedia Nav System -inc: AM/FM stereo HD Radio w/single-disc CD player w/MP3/WMA/CRR/RW file capability, multi-touch gesture high resolution display, 8.0" LCD screen, voice activated controls, voice activated navigation, Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity, hands-free phone connectivity and hands-free SMS text messaging connectivity, Near Field Communication (NFC), iPod control capability, rear-vision camera display, SiriusXM All Access radio, Traffic and Travel Link (subscription required), smartphone integration: AHA, Android Auto, CarPlay and Pandora, Starlink cloud applications: refer to subaru.com for app availability, USB input ports, 3.5mm auxiliary input jack and body color roof mounted antenna | Optional |
| Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System | Standard |
| harman kardon 576W Amp & Speaker System -inc: 9 speakers | Optional |
| Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps | Standard |
| Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo | Standard |
| Chrome Grille | Optional |
| Front Fog Lamps | Optional |
| Deep Tinted Glass | Optional |
| Roof Rack Rails Only | Optional |
| Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Bumper Insert | Optional |
| Metal-Look Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim | Optional |
| Fixed Rear Window w/Variable Intermittent Wiper and Defroster | Standard |
| Body-Colored Door Handles | Standard |
| Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks | Standard |
| Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert | Optional |
| Tires: 225/55R18 98H All-Season | Optional |
| Lip Spoiler | Optional |
| Wheels: 18" x 7.0J Blk Machine Touring Alum Alloy | Optional |
| Headlights-Automatic Highbeams | Standard |
| Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Wiper Park | Optional |
| Express Open/Close Sliding Glass Panoramic 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade | Optional |
| Perimeter/Approach Lights | Standard |
| Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | Optional |
| Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim | Optional |
| Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels | Standard |
| Metal-Look Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | Optional |
| Steel Spare Wheel | Standard |
| LED Brakelights | Standard |
| Valet Function | Standard |
| Air Filtration | Standard |
| Carpet Floor Trim and Vinyl/Rubber Mat | Optional |
| FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | Optional |
| 60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | Optional |
| STARLINK (Subscription Required) Mobile Hotspot Internet Access | Optional |
| Front Map Lights | Standard |
| Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch | Optional |
| Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | Standard |
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | Optional |
| Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | Standard |
| Digital/Analog Appearance | Standard |
| Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors and HVAC | Optional |
| Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
| Perimeter Alarm | Standard |
| Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents | Optional |
| Rear Cupholder | Standard |
| Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest | Optional |
| STARLINK Safety and Security (Subscription Required) Tracker System | Optional |
| Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel | Optional |
| Day-Night Rearview Mirror | Standard |
| Seats w/Leatherette Back Material | Optional |
| Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | Standard |
| Cargo Space Lights | Standard |
| Power Rear Windows | Standard |
| Driver Information Center | Standard |
| Navigation System -inc: multi touch gesture high resolution display screen, SD card map and voice activated controls | Optional |
| Perforated Leather-Trimmed Upholstery | Optional |
| Trip Computer | Standard |
| HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts | Optional |
| Instrument Panel Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | Standard |
| Immobilizer | Standard |
| Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 10-way power driver's seat w/two position memory, 2-way power lumbar support, 8-way power front passenger seat, height and tilt adjustable front head restraints and driver and passenger front seat back pocket | Optional |
| Heated Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel | Optional |
| Roll-Up Cargo Cover | Optional |
| Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats | Standard |
| Cargo Area Concealed Storage | Standard |
| 8-Way Driver Seat | Optional |
| Smart Device Remote Engine Start | Optional |
| Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | Standard |
| 2 Seatback Storage Pockets | Optional |
| Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Standard |
| Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror | Optional |
| Passenger Seat | Standard |
| Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button | Standard |
| Driver Foot Rest | Standard |
| Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | Standard |
| Outside Temp Gauge | Standard |
| Illuminated Locking Glove Box | Optional |
| Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning | Optional |
| 3 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
| Leatherette Door Trim Insert | Optional |
| Front Cupholder | Standard |
| Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down | Optional |
| Adaptive w/Traffic Stop-Go | Standard |
| Full Cloth Headliner | Standard |
| Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars | Standard |
| Double Wishbone Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Battery w/Run Down Protection | Standard |
| Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature | Standard |
| Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | Standard |
| Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
| Engine: 2.5L 4 Cyl DOHC 16V w/VVT -inc: Dual Active Valve Control System (DAVCS) variable valve timing | Standard |
| GVWR: 4,891 lbs | Standard |
| 3.70 Axle Ratio | Standard |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake | Optional |
| Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering | Standard |
| Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode | Standard |
| 16.6 Gal. Fuel Tank | Standard |
| Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential | Optional |
| Paddle-Shift Control Switches | Optional |
| Permanent Locking Hubs | Standard |
| Transmission: Lineartronic CVT Automatic -inc: 7-speed manual shift mode and X-MODE: dual mode system | Optional |
| Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control | Standard |
| Full-Time All-Wheel | Standard |
| Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Polished Tailpipe Finisher | Optional |
| Electronic Transfer Case | Optional |
| ABS And Driveline Traction Control | Standard |
| Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | Standard |
| Airbag Occupancy Sensor | Standard |
| EyeSight Lane Keep Assist Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Back-Up Camera w/Washer | Standard |
| Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Blind Spot | Optional |
| EyeSight Lane Keep Assist Lane Keeping Assist | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| Driver Knee Airbag | Standard |
| Collision Mitigation-Front | Standard |
| Collision Mitigation-Rear | Optional |
| Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | Standard |
| Rear Child Safety Locks | Standard |
| Driver Monitoring-Alert | Standard |
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | Standard |
| EyeSight Pre-Collision Braking | Standard |
| Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard |
| Lane Centering | Standard |
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