2026 Subaru Forester Performance

 
With a 2026 Subaru Forester, it’s easy to choose your perfect vision of versatility. Whether you need a capable family SUV for carpools near Gilbert or an off-road powerhouse for weekend adventures in the Tempe area, the Forester will get you where you want to go in style and comfort.

In this overview of the 2026 Forester performance specs, the team at Subaru Superstore of Chandler will cover its engine, fuel economy, and towing capacity, plus some of our favorite Forester performance features designed to improve every drive. Keep reading below to learn more, then contact us to schedule your test drive in Chandler!

2026 Subaru Forester Engine Specs

Like all Subaru models, the new Forester is equipped with a 2.5L DOHC BOXER® engine and Subaru Symmetrical AWD for greater traction and efficiency on Mesa roads. Below, you can read all the relevant Forester performance specs:

• Horsepower: 180 hp
• Torque: 178 lb-ft
• Transmission: Lineartronic® CVT
• Drivetrain: Subaru Symmetrical AWD
• Fuel Requirement: Unleaded gasoline (87 octane)
• Fuel Capacity: 16.6 gallons

2026 Subaru Forester MPG Specs

Whatever your day brings, you don’t have to worry about burning too much fuel thanks to the impressive Forester mpg figures:

• Base: 26 mpg city / 33 mpg highway*
• Premium: 26 mpg city / 33 mpg highway*
• Sport: 25 mpg city / 32 mpg highway*
• Wilderness: 24 mpg city / 28 mpg highway*
• Limited: 26 mpg city / 33 mpg highway*
• Touring: 25 mpg city / 32 mpg highway*

2026 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity

The Forester towing capacity lets you easily tow your outdoor toys and other gear. If you’re planning on hauling a lot, consider the Wilderness trim, which offers up to 3,500 pounds of Forester towing prowess:

• Base: 1,500 pounds**
• Premium: 1,500 pounds**
• Sport: 1,500 pounds**
• Wilderness: 3,500 pounds**
• Limited: 1,500 pounds**
• Touring: 1,500 pounds**

2026 Subaru Forester Performance Features

Rounding out Forester performance, the following features work together to make every drive simply delightful. From active torque vectoring to manual transmission mode and beyond, Subaru has designed the Forester as a driving machine:

Base

• Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE®)
• Low shift mode
• Active torque vectoring
• 4-wheel independent suspension
• 4-wheel disc brakes
• Roof spoiler

Premium

• All the features listed above, plus:
• Low shift transmission mode
• X-MODE®

Sport, Limited, Touring

• All the features listed above, plus:
• Manual transmission mode
• Single stainless steel exhaust outlet

Wilderness

• All the features listed above, plus:
• All-terrain tires

Find Your Next Subaru At Subaru Superstore of Chandler

Ready to find your next Subaru compact SUV? Stop by our Chandler showroom when you get the chance, or give us a call at 480-222-6000 to schedule a test drive today to experience the Forester mpg, towing, and performance for yourself.

In the meantime, we make it easy to save with our online finance application and trade-in valuator. We’ll see you soon!

*EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions and your vehicle’s condition.

**Maximum towing capacity varies by trim level. Trailer brakes may be needed. See your retailer for details.