2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Touring - POV Review

What’s New
• All-new next-generation Subaru hybrid powertrain combining newly developed 2.5-liter SUBARU
BOXER® engine with electric motors and high-capacity lithium-ion battery
• Up to 40% better fuel economy than non-hybrid model
• 16.6-gallon fuel tank with 581-mile range
• Total system output 194 hp, up from 180 hp on 2025 Forester
• Standard 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster
• Standard 11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia touchscreen with Navigation
• 8.7 inches of ground clearance with low step-in height
• Advanced EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology standard
• Available spring 2025

Color: River Rock Pearl/ Crystal Black Silica Two-Tone

Pricing
Model: Forester Touring Hybrid $41,695
Options: Autumn Green Metallic/Two-Tone $890
Destination & Delivery: $1,420
Total: $44,005

Powertrain and Performance
Engine: 2.5L flat-4 Atkinson-cycle (naturally aspirated)
Electric Motor: AC synchronous motor
Combined Power Output: Approximately 194 horsepower
Transmission: Lineartronic CVT with 6-speed manual mode
Drivetrain: Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with X-Mode and hill descent control
0–60 mph: Approximately 8 seconds

Fuel Economy and Range
City: 35 mpg
Highway: 34 mpg
Combined: 35 mpg
Fuel Tank: 16.6 gallons
Estimated Range: Up to 580+ miles
Battery and Hybrid System
Battery Type: Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity: ~1.1 kWh
Hybrid Type: Non-plug-in (parallel hybrid)

Dimensions and Weight
Length: 183.3 inches
Width: 72 inches
Height: 68.1 inches
Wheelbase: 105.1 inches
Ground Clearance: 8.7 inches
Curb Weight: Approximately 3,913 to 3,946 pounds

Cargo and Interior Space
Passenger Volume: 106.6 cubic fee
Cargo Volume Behind Rear Seats: 27.5 cubic feet
Cargo Volume with Seats Folded: 69.1 cubic feet
Seating Capacity: 5
Exterior Features
Wheels: 19-inch alloy wheels (Touring trim)
Lighting: LED headlights and fog lights
Roof: Panoramic power moonroof

Technology and Interior
Touchscreen: 11.6-inch infotainment system with navigation
Audio System: Harman Kardon 11-speaker premium audio
Gauge Cluster: Full digital instrument display
Connectivity: Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging: Standard
Upholstery: StarTex synthetic leather (vegan-friendly)

Safety and Driver Assistance
EyeSight Driver Assist Technology: Adaptive cruise control, lane centering, pre-collision braking
Blind-Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Reverse Automatic Braking
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Emergency Automatic Steering
Rear Seat Reminder and Driver Focus Monitoring

Towing and Capability
Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds

Warranty
Basic: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Hybrid System: 8 years / 100,000 miles



Vehicle was provided by the manufacturer for testing and review.

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