2013 Subaru Forester Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

Forester 2.5X Automatic Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Cloth seat trim & upholstery

  • Height-adjustable reclining front bucket seats -inc

    adjustable active head restraints

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

    head restraints at all seating positions, armrest

  • Multi-functional center console -inc

    illuminated front tray, rear storage box w/adjustable armrest lid, dual cup holders

  • Driver footrest

  • Carpeted floor mats -inc

    driver mat retention hook

  • Tilt steering column

  • Steering wheel-mounted audio & Bluetooth controls

  • Illuminated ignition switch ring

  • Average fuel economy gauge

  • Ambient temp gauge -inc

    road surface freeze warning

  • Pwr windows -inc

    driver-side auto-down, illuminated driver-side switch

  • Pwr door locks -inc

    illuminated driver-side switch

  • Remote keyless entry

  • Cruise control

  • Security system

  • Engine immobilizer

  • Manual air conditioning

  • Air filtration system

  • Rear seat heater ducts

  • Rear window defogger w/timer

  • (3) 12V aux pwr outlets -inc

    dash, center console, cargo area

  • Front & rear door bottle holders

  • Illuminated overhead console -inc

    dual map lights, sunglasses holder

  • Dual covered visor vanity mirrors

  • Dual front & rear overhead outboard assist grips

  • Front door courtesy lights

  • Off-delay dome light

  • Cargo area light w/gate switch

  • Front passenger seatback pocket

  • Cargo area grocery bag hooks

  • Cargo area tie-down hooks

  • Cargo gate inner handle assist grip

  • Exterior

  • 16\ steel wheels w/full wheel covers

  • P215/65HR16 all-season tires

  • T155/70D17 spare tire

  • Black rocker spoiler

  • Multi-reflector headlights -inc

    ignition switch auto-off

  • Black manual-folding pwr mirrors

  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/washer

  • Rear window wiper w/washer

  • Black exterior door handles

  • Entertainment

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

    radio broadcast data system (RBDS), (4) speakers

  • USB port w/iPod control capability

  • 3.5mm aux input jack

  • Bluetooth audio streaming & hands-free phone connectivity

  • Roof-mounted antenna

  • 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)

    NA

  • Safety

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

  • Electronic brake-force distribution system (EBD)

  • Brake assist

  • Vehicle dynamics control (VDC)

  • Traction control system (TCS) -inc

    off switch

  • Side impact door beams

  • Ring-shape reinforcement frame

  • Daytime running lights

  • Driver & front passenger advanced airbags -inc

    dual-stage deployment, passenger-seat occupant detection system

  • Driver & front passenger pelvis/torso side airbags

  • Front & rear side curtain airbags

  • Rollover sensor

  • 3-point height-adjustable front seatbelts

  • 3-point rear seatbelts for all three seating positions

  • Rear seat lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)

  • Rear child safety door locks

  • Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

  • Collapsible steering column

  • Pillar-to-pillar steering column support beam

  • Safety pedal system

  • Dual-tone horn

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Pwr Rack & Pinion

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    16.500

  • Turns, lock to lock

    3.200

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

    34.400

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

    NA

  • Mechanical

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

    active valve control system (ACVS) variable valve timing, chain-driven camshafts w/auto chain tensioner

  • Direct ignition system w/knock sensor

  • Electronic throttle control (ETC)

  • 4-speed electronic direct-control automatic transmission

  • Symmetrical all-wheel drive

  • MacPherson strut front suspension -inc

    anti-dive geometry

  • Double wishbone rear suspension -inc

    anti-lift geometry

  • Front & rear stabilizer bars

  • Pwr assisted steering

  • Ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes -inc

    dual-piston front calipers

  • Dual single-outlet exhaust tips

  • Tool kit -inc

    lug wrench, 2-way screwdriver

  • 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)

    200

  • 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)

    2.785

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.545

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.000

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.694

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    2.272

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    4.444

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD

  • 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

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    11.700 x -TBD-

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    11.300 x -TBD-

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA