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Multiple Subaru models recalled
28 examples of the Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Outback are being recalled to fix a problem that may cause the front driveshaft to crack.
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About the Subaru Forester
Last updated Oct 23, 2024The 2023 Subaru Forester is classified as a 4 Door Wagon currently on sale in Australia as part of the MY23 generation, starting from $35,000 MLRP for the 2.5X (AWD) and topping out at $48,300 for the HYBRID S (AWD).
There are 17 variants available for our market and the current year model went on sale in Jan of 2023. The Forester is built in Japan and is available with 2.5L Direct Fuel Injection, equipped with a Continuous Variable transmission with the drive sent to AWD. The Forester is offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
Subaru Forester Rating
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Entry-level
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Best in class
Overall rating
8
7.4
8.9
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2023 Subaru Forester Price
| Variant | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5i (AWD) | $37,200 | $37,200 |
| 2.5i-L (AWD) | $39,500 | $39,500 |
| 2.5i PREMIUM (AWD) | $42,200 | $42,200 |
| HYBRID L (AWD) | $42,400 | $42,400 |
| 2.5i-S (AWD) | $43,600 | $43,600 |
| 2.5i SPORT (AWD) | $43,900 | $43,900 |
| HYBRID S (AWD) | $48,300 | $48,300 |
*excl. on-roads
2023 Subaru Forester Specs
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2023 Subaru Forester Dimensions
1730mm
1815mm
4640mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
See all 2023 Subaru Forester Dimensions2023 Subaru Forester Boot Space
Boot space with the rear seats upright is 498L in petrol models and 509L in the hybrid variants.
This expands to 1779L in the hybrid variants, while that figure is 1768L in all regular petrol models except for the Sport and 2.5i-S where it’s 1740L.
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2023 Subaru Forester Safety Rating
ANCAP awarded the Subaru Forester with a five-star safety score in 2019, based on scores of 94 per cent for adult occupant protection, 86 per cent for child occupant protection, 80 per cent for vulnerable road user protection, and 78 per cent for safety assist.
Standard safety equipment on all 2023 Subaru Forester models includes:
- Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Lane-departure warning
- Lane-keep assist
- Lane centring
- Autonomous emergency steering
- Adaptive cruise control
All bar the base 2.5i come standard with a facial recognition camera to detect driver drowsiness or distraction, as well as rear AEB.
2023 Subaru Forester Fuel Economy
The 2023 Subaru Forester consumes 7.4L/100km on the combined cycle, or 6.7L/100km in the hybrid.
All Foresters run on 91RON regular unleaded fuel. The regular petrol models have a 63L fuel tank while the hybrid has a 48L tank.
| Subaru Forester | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5i (AWD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 7.4 |
| 2.5i (AWD) 50 YEARS EDITION | UNLEADED PETROL | 7.4 |
| 2.5i PREMIUM (AWD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 7.4 |
| 2.5i SPORT (AWD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 7.4 |
| 2.5i-L (AWD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 7.4 |
| 2.5i-S (AWD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 7.4 |
| 2.5i-S (AWD) 50 YEARS EDITION | UNLEADED PETROL | 7.4 |
| 2.5X (AWD) | UNLEADED PETROL | 7.4 |
| HYBRID L (AWD) | UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC | 6.7 |
| HYBRID S (AWD) | UNLEADED PETROL/ELECTRIC | 6.7 |
Cost of ownership
What is the running and servicing costs of a Subaru Forester?
All Subaru Forester’s need servicing every 12 Months months or 12,000km km, whichever comes first.
How does the 2023 Subaru Forester drive?
Our expert take on Subaru Forester drivability.
Non-hybrid variants of the 2023 Subaru Forester are powered by a 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated flat-four engine producing 136kW of power and 239Nm of torque. This is mated to a continuously-variable transmission (CVT) with drive sent through an all-wheel drive system.
Hybrid variants of the 2023 Subaru Forester are powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 100kW and 196Nm with an electric motor producing 12kW and 66Nm, and a lithium-ion battery pack. This is also mated to a CVT with drive sent through an all-wheel drive system.
2023 Subaru Forester Colours
What colours are available for the Subaru Forester
The 2023 Subaru Forester is available in the following exterior paint colours, depending on variant.
- Crystal White Pearl
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Brilliant Bronze Metallic
- Crimson Red Pearl
- Autumn Green Metallic
- Horizon Blue Pearl
- Cascade Green Silica
- Magnetite Grey Metallic
- Crystal Black Silica
- Sapphire Blue Pearl (NEW)
2023 Subaru Forester Warranty
The 2023 Subaru Forester has a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, plus an eight-year and 160,000km warranty for the Hybrid’s lithium-ion battery.
Subaru offers three- and five-year servicing plans.
Subaru Forester FAQs
The cheapest Subaru Forester is the 2.5X (AWD) that starts from $35,000.
The most expensive Subaru Forester is the HYBRID S (AWD) that starts from $48,300
The best towing capacity of a Subaru Forester is 1800Kg offered by the following variants
- 2.5X (AWD)
- 2.5i (AWD)
- 2.5i (AWD) 50 YEARS EDITION
- 2.5i-L (AWD)
- 2.5i PREMIUM (AWD)
- 2.5i-S (AWD)
- 2.5i SPORT (AWD)
- 2.5i-S (AWD) 50 YEARS EDITION
The largest Subaru Forester is the 2.5X (AWD) which measures 1815mm wide, 4640mm in length and sits 1730mm tall.
The most powerful Subaru Forester is the 2.5X (AWD) which has 136kW of power from its 2.5L Direct Fuel Injection engine.
The Subaru Forester is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Subaru Forester is the 2.5X (AWD) which weighs 2223 kg (kerb weight).
See full fuel information for Subaru Forester below:
| Variant | Fuel Type |
|---|---|
| 2.5X (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i (AWD) 50 YEARS EDITION | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i-L (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i-L (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i PREMIUM (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i PREMIUM (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i-S (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i SPORT (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i-S (AWD) 50 YEARS EDITION | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i-S (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| 2.5i SPORT (AWD) | unleaded petrol |
| HYBRID L (AWD) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| HYBRID L (AWD) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| HYBRID S (AWD) | unleaded petrol/electric |
| HYBRID S (AWD) | unleaded petrol/electric |