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Subaru Forester, 2007–2011

Subaru Forester 3rd generation specifications

The Subaru Forester 3rd generation was built from 2007 to 2011. This page lists all 21 versions (crossover) with 145–227 hp and 191–350 Nm of torque.

145–227 hp
Power (108–169 kW)
191–350 Nm
Torque (141–258 lb-ft)
7.1–12.7 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
214 km/h
Highest top speed (133 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Subaru Forester 3rd generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
2.0D MT Crossover2.0 litre diesel145 hp 108 kW350 Nm10.4 s186 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0X E-AT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline146 hp 109 kW191 Nm——Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.0X MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline146 hp 109 kW191 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.0XS E-AT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline146 hp 109 kW191 Nm——Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.0XS MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline146 hp 109 kW191 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 AT AWD Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW196 Nm12.7 s185 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 MT AWD Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW196 Nm11 s184 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.0X E-AT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW196 Nm12.7 s185 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.0X MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW196 Nm11 s184 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.0XS E-AT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW198 Nm12.4 s185 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.0XS MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW198 Nm10.7 s185 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 AT AWD Crossover2.5 litre gasoline170 hp 127 kW229 Nm11 s182 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 MT AWD Crossover2.5 litre gasoline170 hp 127 kW229 Nm10.4 s184 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.5XS E-AT Crossover2.5 litre gasoline170 hp 127 kW235 Nm10.2 s185 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.5XS MT Crossover2.5 litre gasoline170 hp 127 kW235 Nm9.2 s194 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.0XT E-AT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline227 hp 169 kW319 Nm——Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.0XT MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline227 hp 169 kW319 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 AT AWD Crossover2.5 litre gasoline227 hp 169 kW320 Nm7.8 s207 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 MT AWD Crossover2.5 litre gasoline227 hp 169 kW320 Nm7.1 s214 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.5XT E-AT Crossover2.5 litre gasoline227 hp 169 kW320 Nm7.9 s207 km/hAutomatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.5XT MT Crossover2.5 litre gasoline227 hp 169 kW320 Nm7.1 s214 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 3rd generation, crossover.
Length4,560 mm180 in
Width1,780 mm70 in
Height1,700 mm67 in
Wheelbase2,615 mm103 in
Ground clearance215 mm8 in
Kerb weight1,430–1,575 kg3,153–3,472 lb
Boot space450–1,660 litres16–59 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle10.6 m35 ft
Fuel tank60 litres16 US gal
Towing (braked trailer)up to 4,050 kg8,929 lb

Questions about the Subaru Forester 3rd generation

What is the most powerful Subaru Forester 3rd generation?

The 2.0XT E-AT crossover, with 227 hp (169 kW) and 319 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Subaru Forester 3rd generation from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 2.5 MT AWD crossover, takes 7.1 seconds; the slowest takes 12.7 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Subaru Forester 3rd generation have?

Engines from 2.0 to 2.5 litres, running on diesel or gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Subaru Forester 3rd generation?

About 4,560 mm long, 1,780 mm wide and 1,700 mm tall (180 in long), weighing 1,430–1,575 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Subaru Forester generation

  1. 1st generation 1997–2000
  2. 1st generation, facelift 2000–2002
  3. 2nd generation 2002–2005
  4. 2nd generation, facelift 2005–2008
  5. 3rd generation 2007–2011
  6. 3rd generation, facelift 2010–2013
  7. 4th generation 2012–2015
  8. 4th generation, facelift 2015–2016
  9. 4th generation, second facelift 2016–2019
  10. 5th generation 2018–2021
  11. 5th generation, facelift 2021–present
  12. 6th generation 2024–present

Subaru Forester overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.