2027 Subaru Forester: every answer
11 trims: $29,995 to $41,545.
Key numbers: AWD, the cheapest trim
- MSRP
- $29,995
- Combined mpg
- 29 mpg
- Horsepower
- 180 hp
- Length
- 183.3 in
- Seats
- 5
- Towing
- 1,500 lb
28 answers
Fuel and range
- How many mpg does it get?29 mpg combined, AWD.
- What does a road trip cost?$66 for 500 miles, AWD.
- What does it cost per mile?62 cents a mile all in, AWD. Fuel 15 cents.
- Does the IRS mileage rate cover it?Yes. IRS 76 cents vs 62 cents all in, AWD.
- Is my mpg normal?Normal: 25 to 33 mpg. EPA 29 combined, AWD.
- What mpg at my city and highway mix?29.1 mpg at 50% city, AWD.
- Does it need premium gas?Regular, listed for the AWD.
- Drive or fly?Drive $232, fly $750, 500 mi each way, 2 people.
- How far does it go on a tank?481 miles per tank, AWD.
Towing
- How much can it tow?Up to 3,500 lb, highest-rated trim.
- What can it tow?Yes, up to 3,500 lb. 5 of 26 trailer types fit. Top trim, 80% margin.
Price and payments
- What is the monthly payment?$598 a month, AWD, 60 months.
- What is the out-the-door price?$33,373 out the door in Michigan.
- 0% financing or a rebate?0% wins by $3,305. $2,000 rebate, 60 months.
- How fast does it lose value?Keeps 78% after 3 years (2023 model).
- What changed since last year?No change vs 2025. 2026: no redesign found. Cheapest trim.
Hybrid, EV and AWD
- Is the hybrid worth it?Hybrid: pays back in 2.7 years. Same trim: Limited AWD.
- What does it cost to own a year?$7,391 a year, all in. AWD, 12,000 miles, 5 years.
Size and fit
- How big is it?183.3 in long. 3,510 lb.
- Will it fit in my garage?Fits a 20 x 20 ft garage.
- Will it clear the snow?8.7 in of clearance, AWD.
- Can it make a U-turn?35.4 ft turning circle, AWD.
Trims and equipment
- What are the trim levels, in order?11 trims, from $29,995. Top: $41,545. MSRP, before options.
- What transmission does it have?CVT (no fixed gears), 10 of 10 trims.
- How long is the warranty?3 years or 36,000 miles, basic cover. Powertrain 5 years or 60,000 miles.
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