2026 Subaru Forester

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Est. price from: $36,500

The 2026 Subaru Forester is a Gas Crossover/SUV with a 481-mile total range, All-Wheel Drive and seating for 5. It is offered in 8 trims: Premium, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Premium Hybrid, Sport, Sport Hybrid, Touring and Touring Hybrid. Estimated prices start from $36,500.

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Previews
First-Ever Subaru Forester Hybrid
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Specs

Trim

MPG: 29
Range: 481 mi
Seats: 5
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Fuel type: Gas
Body style: Crossover/SUV

Performance

Total range (mi): 481
Acceleration 0-60 mph (sec): 9.2

Affordability

Starting MSRP: $36,540
Est. price: $36,500
Est. monthly payment*: $646
Energy cost per mile*: $0.13
Monthly fuel cost*: $145
Total monthly cost*: $791

Sustainability

Annual CO₂ emissions (tons): 4.6
EPA smog rating: 6

*Assumptions: 13,500 miles driven annually; 60 monthly payments; 6.63% interest rate for new vehicles; 11.38% interest rate for used vehicles; does not include incentive savings. Energy costs are $0.166/kWh and $4/gallon. Estimated vehicle prices are based on historical pricing data from Driveway.com and the manufacturer's suggested retail prices. Emissions, charge times and vehicle efficiency are based on EPA estimates. PHEVs assume 7% of driving on electricity and 93% on fuel.

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