The Subaru Forester is a compact SUV with a spacious interior, comfortable ride, and all-weather capability. It features a 5-door body style with 5 seats, a length of 18.09 ft, and a wheelbase of 103.94 in. It has a ground clearance of 8.66 in. and a minimum turning circle of 34.78 ft.
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Body Type
SUV, Crossover
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
4595 mm 180.91 in.
Width
1795 mm 70.67 in.
Height
1735 mm 68.31 in.
Wheelbase
2640 mm 103.94 in.
Front Track
1545 mm 60.83 in.
Rear Track
1550 mm 61.02 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.6 m 34.78 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
220 mm 8.66 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Subaru Forester has a fuel-efficient petrol engine with combined fuel consumption of 7.9 l/100 km (29.77 US mpg, 35.76 UK mpg, 12.66 km/l). The urban fuel consumption is 10.6 l/100 km (22.19 US mpg, 26.65 UK mpg, 9.43 km/l), while the extra-urban consumption is 6.3 l/100 km (37.34 US mpg, 44.84 UK mpg, 15.87 km/l).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.6 l/100 km 22.19 US mpg 26.65 UK mpg 9.43 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.3 l/100 km 37.34 US mpg 44.84 UK mpg 15.87 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.9 l/100 km 29.77 US mpg 35.76 UK mpg 12.66 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Forester model with an Internal Combustion engine, producing 150 Hp at 6200 rpm and 198 Nm of torque at 4200 rpm. It has a front, longitudinal engine layout with a 1995 cm3 displacement and 4 cylinders in a boxer configuration. The engine has 4 valves per cylinder, a DOHC valvetrain, and a naturally aspirated, multi-port manifold injection fuel system. The engine oil capacity is 4.8 l and it uses 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-4, ILSAC GF-5 oil. The car has an all-wheel drive (4x4) system and independent coil spring suspension in the front, with a semi-independent, coil spring suspension in the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
150 Hp @ 6200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
75.2 Hp/l
Torque
198 Nm @ 4200 rpm. 146.04 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
FB20
Engine Displacement
1995 cm3 121.74 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Boxer
Cylinder Bore
84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke
90 mm 3.54 in.
Compression Ratio
10.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.8 l 5.07 US qt | 4.22 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
0W-20 / ILSAC GF-4, ILSAC GF-5
Drive Wheel
All wheel drive (4x4)
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Semi-independent, coil spring
Brakes
The Forester is a well-equipped car with advanced safety features, including ABS (Anti-lock braking system) and ventilated discs for efficient braking. It also features electric power steering and a steering rack and pinion system for smooth handling. The car rides on 17-inch wheels with 225/60 R17 tires, providing a comfortable ride and responsive handling.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
225/60 R17
Wheel Rims Size
17
Weight & Capacity
The Subaru Forester is a compact SUV with a weight-to-power ratio of 10 kg/Hp and 100.1 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.6 kg/Nm and 132.1 Nm/tonne. It has a kerb weight of 1499 kg and a maximum weight of 1850 kg. The maximum load capacity is 351 kg. The trunk boot space is 488 l in its minimum configuration and 1577 l in its maximum configuration. The fuel tank capacity is 60 l.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10 kg/Hp, 100.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.6 kg/Nm, 132.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1499 kg 3304.73 lbs.
Max Weight
1850 kg 4078.55 lbs.
Max Load
351 kg 773.82 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
488 l 17.23 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1577 l 55.69 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l 15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Subaru - Forester IV
The Subaru Forester has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The Subaru Forester has a length of 18.09 ft (5.46 m).
The Subaru Forester has a ground clearance of 8.66 in (22 cm).
11.8 seconds
192 km/h (119.3 mph)
No, it's not particularly fast, but it's still a reliable and practical choice for daily driving.
The Forester uses petrol (gasoline).
The Forester has a combined fuel consumption of 7.9 l/100 km (29.77 US mpg, 35.76 UK mpg, 12.66 km/l).
The Forester's urban fuel consumption is 10.6 l/100 km (22.19 US mpg, 26.65 UK mpg, 9.43 km/l), while the extra-urban consumption is 6.3 l/100 km (37.34 US mpg, 44.84 UK mpg, 15.87 km/l).
The engine layout is front, longitudinal.
The engine displacement is 1995 cm3.
The car has independent coil spring suspension in the front and semi-independent, coil spring suspension in the rear.
The Forester has ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.
The Forester has electric power steering with a steering rack and pinion system.
The Forester has 225/60 R17 tires on 17-inch wheels.
The Forester boasts standard features like a spacious cargo area, all-wheel drive, and a suite of advanced safety technologies.
The Forester offers impressive fuel efficiency, with an EPA estimated 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway.
The Forester can be expensive to maintain, and its resale value is not as high as some competitors.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Subaru Forester is 10 kg/Hp and 100.1 Hp/tonne.
The maximum load capacity of the Subaru Forester is 351 kg.
The fuel tank capacity of the Subaru Forester is 60 l.
