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Subaru Forester, 2012–2015

Subaru Forester 4th generation specifications

The Subaru Forester 4th generation was built from 2012 to 2015. This page lists all 14 versions (crossover) with 145–276 hp and 195–350 Nm of torque.

145–276 hp
Power (108–206 kW)
195–350 Nm
Torque (144–258 lb-ft)
7.5–11.8 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
221 km/h
Highest top speed (137 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 4th generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
2.0D MT Crossover2.0 litre diesel145 hp 108 kW350 Nm10.2 s190 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0i Lineartronic Crossover2.0 litre gasoline146 hp 109 kW196 Nm——CVTAll wheel drive
2.0i MT Crossover2.0 litre gasoline146 hp 109 kW196 Nm——Manual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.0 CVT AWD Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW198 Nm11.8 s192 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
2.0i Lineartronic AWD Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW195 Nm11.8 s192 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
2.0i MT AWD Crossover2.0 litre gasoline148 hp 110 kW198 Nm10.6 s190 km/hManual, 6-speedAll wheel drive
2.5 CVT AWD Crossover2.5 litre gasoline169 hp 126 kW235 Nm9.9 s196 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
2.5i Lineartronic AWD Crossover2.5 litre gasoline169 hp 126 kW235 Nm9.9 s196 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
2.5i S AWD Crossover2.5 litre gasoline169 hp 126 kW235 Nm9.9 s196 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
2.0 CVT AWD Crossover2.0 litre gasoline237 hp 177 kW350 Nm7.5 s221 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
2.0XT Lineartronic AWD Crossover2.0 litre gasoline238 hp 177 kW350 Nm7.5 s221 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
2.0 XT Lineartronic Crossover2.0 litre gasoline250 hp 186 kW350 Nm——CVTAll wheel drive
2.0XT Lineartronic Crossover2.0 litre gasoline272 hp 203 kW350 Nm——CVTAll wheel drive
2.0 XT Lineartronic Crossover2.0 litre gasoline276 hp 206 kW350 Nm——CVTAll wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 4th generation, crossover.
Length4,595 mm181 in
Width1,795 mm71 in
Height1,735 mm68 in
Wheelbase2,640 mm104 in
Ground clearance220 mm9 in
Kerb weight1,440–1,613 kg3,175–3,556 lb
Boot space505–1,577 litres18–56 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle10.6 m35 ft
Fuel tank60 litres16 US gal
Towing (braked trailer)up to 4,110 kg9,061 lb

Questions about the Subaru Forester 4th generation

What is the most powerful Subaru Forester 4th generation?

The 2.0 XT Lineartronic crossover, with 276 hp (206 kW) and 350 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Subaru Forester 4th generation from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 2.0 CVT AWD crossover, takes 7.5 seconds; the slowest takes 11.8 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Subaru Forester 4th 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 4th generation?

About 4,595 mm long, 1,795 mm wide and 1,735 mm tall (181 in long), weighing 1,440–1,613 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.