2012 Subaru Forester Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

Forester 2.5X Automatic Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Front bucket seats w/active head restraints, height adjusters

  • 6-way manual driver seat

  • 60/40 split fold down rear bench seat -inc

    head restraints at all seating positions, armrest

  • Cloth seat trim, upholstery

  • Multi-functional center console -inc

    storage w/adjustable armrest lid, dual cup holders

  • Carpeted floor mats

  • Tilt steering column

  • Illuminated ignition switch ring

  • Average fuel economy gauge

  • Ambient temp gauge

  • Pwr windows w/driver-side auto-down feature

  • Pwr door locks

  • Remote keyless entry

  • Cruise control

  • Security system

  • Engine immobilizer

  • Manual air conditioning

  • Air filtration system

  • Rear defogger

  • 12V aux pwr outlets -inc

    dash, center console, cargo area

  • Overhead console

  • Visors w/dual covered vanity mirrors

  • Dome light w/off-delay feature

  • Interior accent lighting

  • Driver's seatback pocket

  • (2) bottle holders in doors

  • Cargo area tie down hooks, grocery bag hooks

  • Exterior

  • 16\ steel wheels w/full wheel covers

  • P215/65HR16 all-season tires

  • Headlights auto-off w/ignition switch

  • Black foldable pwr mirrors

  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/washer

  • Rear window wiper w/washer

  • Entertainment

  • AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3/WMA player -inc

    (4) speakers, radio broadcast data system (RBDS), 3.5mm aux input jack, roof-mounted antenna

  • Pre-wire for SiriusXM satellite radio

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Gas Flat 4

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    2.5L/152

  • Fuel System

    Electronic Fuel Injection

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    170 @ 5800

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    174 @ 4100

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    NA

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    90

  • Safety

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

  • Brake assist

  • Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)

  • Daytime running lights

  • Advanced frontal airbags (SRS) -inc

    front passenger-side occupant detection system

  • Driver & front passenger side-impact airbags (SRS)

  • Driver & front passenger pelvis/torso side airbags

  • Front & rear side curtain airbags (SRS) w/roll over sensor

  • 3-point height-adjustable front seatbelts

  • 3-point rear seatbelts for all three seating positions

  • LATCH rear child safety seat anchors

  • Rear child safety door locks

  • Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

  • Safety brake pedal system

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Pwr Rack & Pinion

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    16.5

  • Turns, lock to lock

    3.2

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    34.4

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 2.5L DOHC MPFI 16-valve 4-cyl boxer engine -inc

    double overhead chain driven camshafts w/auto chain tensioner

  • Direct ignition system

  • Active valve control system (ACVS) variable valve timing

  • Electronic throttle control (ETC)

  • 4-speed electronic direct-control automatic transmission

  • Symmetrical all-wheel drive

  • Double wishbone suspension

  • Pwr assisted steering

  • 4-wheel disc brakes

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    MacPherson Strut

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Double Wishbone

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    2400

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    240

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    2400

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    360

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    NA

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic w/Manual Shift

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    4

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.79

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.55

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.00

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.69

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    2.27

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    4.44

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Sport Utility Vehicle - AWD

  • Drivetrain

    All Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 3 Basic Years / 36,000 Basic Miles

  • 5 Drivetrain Years / 60,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • 5 Corrosion Years / Unlimited Corrosion Miles

  • 3 Roadside Assistance Years / 36,000 Roadside Assistance Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Power

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    11.7 x -TBD-

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    11.3 x -TBD-

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA