2016 Subaru Forester Specs

EPA fuel economy, engine specs, and towing capacity

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At a Glance

27
MPG Combined
24 city / 0 hwy
2.5L 4-Cylinder
Engine
AWD
Drivetrain
1,500
Max Towing (lbs)
182
Horsepower
$1,944
Est. annual fuel
15k mi @ $3.50/gal

All Trim Levels — Fuel Economy

Trim / TransmissionFuel TypeEngineDriveCityHwyCombinedCO₂ (g/mi)
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium2.0L 4-CylinderAWD23025359
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Regular2.5L 4-CylinderAWD24027332
Manual 6-spdRegular2.5L 4-CylinderAWD22025364

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. MPG figures are for reference; actual mileage varies.

Performance & Capability

Horsepower
182 hp / 176 lb-ft
Max Towing
1,500 lbs
Cargo Volume
76.1 ft³
Ground Clearance
8.7 in

Source: manufacturer specifications. Towing varies by configuration; consult owner's manual.

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