2014-2018 Subaru Forester
Compact Crossover
Redesigned for 2014, this five-passenger crossover gained in interior room and fuel economy. This gained some good attention because its debut year, the Forester was named Motor Trend's SUV/Crossover of the year and recommended by Consumer Reports. Just as previous models, all-wheel drive is standard on all trim levels.





The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (8)
2.5i
176,241,207,152,154,49,1512.5i
88,472.5i Premium
96,59,153,492.5i Premium
88,157,248,95,47,1102.0XT Premium
2.5i Limited
96,59,157,248,562.5i Touring
158,622.0XT Touring
Available packages (9)
ALL-WEATHER PACKAGE
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior MirrorsALL-WEATHER PACKAGE & NAVIGATION SYSTEM
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Touch Screen GPS Navigation System SD card map 6.1" LCD navigation screen SiriusXM NavTraffic and voice activated controls and navigation Heated Exterior Mirrors Radio: HD AM/FM Stereo w/Single CD Player MP3/WMA file capability Radio Broadcast Data System Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity iPod control capability iTunes tagging capability USB port SMS text messaging capability SiriusXM satellite radio 3.5mm auxiliary input jack 6 speakers and roof mounted audio and satellite antenna Aha Infotainment smartphone integration The Aha app on your phone allows you to access and organize your favorite content from the web into personalized live on-demand stations Once you download the app and organize your stations Aha syncs to the audio system in the vehicle The interface allows you to choose several internet radio stations newsfeeds audiobooks and more You can even get audio updates from Facebook and TwitterPOPULAR PACKAGE #1
Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit Part number SOA635113 Auto-Dim Mirror Compass Part number H505SSG001 Passenger's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG200 Driver's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG100 Rear Bumper Cover Part number E775SSG500 Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020POPULAR PACKAGE #2
Ext Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit Part number SOA635113 Auto Dim Mirror w/Compass & Homelink Part number H505SSG101 Passenger's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG200 Driver's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG100 Rear Bumper Cover Part number E775SSG500 Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020PROTECTION PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E775SSG500 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG000VHPROTECTION PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E775SSG500 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG010VHRUGGED PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E775SSG500 Aero Cross Bar Set Part number E361SSG000 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG000VHRUGGED PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E775SSG500 Aero Cross Bar Set Part number E361SSG000 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG010VHRUGGED PACKAGE #3
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E775SSG500 Cross Bar Set Fixed Part number E3610SG500 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG000VHAvailable drive chains
All Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (8)
2.5i
176,241,207,88,152,153,154,49,1512.5i
472.5i Premium
96,59,95,49,1102.5i Premium
135,243,157,248,472.5i Limited
158,562.0XT Premium
2.5i Touring
158,135,62,243,157,248,562.0XT Touring
Available packages (11)
ALLOY WHEEL PACKAGE
Black Finish Roof Rails Wheels: 17" AlloyALL-WEATHER PACKAGE
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior MirrorsALL-WEATHER PACKAGE & EYESIGHT
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior Mirrors EyeSight System adaptive cruise control low speed pre-collision braking control and vehicle lane departure warningALL-WEATHER PACKAGE & EYESIGHT & NAVIGATION SYSTEM
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Touch Screen GPS Navigation System SD card map 6.1" LCD navigation screen SiriusXM NavTraffic and voice activated controls and navigation Heated Exterior Mirrors EyeSight System adaptive cruise control low speed pre-collision braking control and vehicle lane departure warning Radio: HD AM/FM Stereo w/Single CD Player MP3/WMA file capability Radio Broadcast Data System Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity iPod control capability iTunes tagging capability USB port SMS text messaging capability SiriusXM satellite radio 3.5mm auxiliary input jack 6 speakers and roof mounted audio and satellite antenna Aha Infotainment Smartphone IntegrationPOPULAR PACKAGE #1
Int & Ext Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit Part number SOA635113 Auto-Dim Mirror Compass Part number H501SSG000 Passenger's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG200 Driver's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG100 Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020POPULAR PACKAGE #2
Int & Ext Auto Dim Mirror w/Approach Lighting Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit Part number SOA635113 Auto Dim Mirror w/Compass & Homelink Part number H501SSG100 Passenger's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG200 Driver's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG100 Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020RUGGED PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Aero Cross Bar Set Part number E361SSG000 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG000VH Manual Rear GateRUGGED PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Aero Cross Bar Set Part number E361SSG000 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG010VH Power rear gateRUGGED PACKAGE #3
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Fixed Cross Bar Set Part number E3610SG500 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG000VH Manual Rear GatePROTECTION PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG100 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG000VH Manual Rear Gate Rear Seat Back Protector Part number J501SSG400PROTECTION PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG100 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG010VH Power rear gate Rear Seat Back Protector Part number J501SSG400Available drive chains
All Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (8)
2.5i
176,241,158,207,88,152,153,248,154,49,1512.5i
472.5i Premium
96,59,95,49,1102.5i Premium
135,243,157,472.5i Limited
562.0XT Premium
2.5i Touring
135,62,243,157,562.0XT Touring
Available packages (20)
ALLOY WHEEL PACKAGE
Black Finish Roof Rails Wheels: 17" AlloyALL-WEATHER PACKAGE
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior MirrorsALL-WEATHER PACKAGE & EYESIGHT
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior Mirrors EyeSight System adaptive cruise control low speed pre-collision braking control and vehicle lane departure warning Steering Responsive Fog LightsALL-WEATHER PACKAGE & EYESIGHT & NAVIGATION SYSTEM
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior Mirrors EyeSight System adaptive cruise control low speed pre-collision braking control and vehicle lane departure warning Steering Responsive Fog Lights Radio: Subaru Starlink 7.0" Multimedia Nav System AM/FM stereo HD radio w/single-disc CD player w/MP3/WMA/CRR/RW file capability 7.0" LCD screen voice activated control Radio Broadcast Data System Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity Bluetooth hands-free text messaging connectivity iPod control capability iTunes tagging capability rear-vision camera SMS text messaging capability SiriusXM satellite radio SiriusXM NavTraffic SiriusXM NavWeather Starlink cloud applications: calender iHeart Radio Stitcher music player news and weather dual USB port 3.5mm auxiliary input jack 6 speakers and roof mounted audio satellite and connected services antenna StarLink enrollment cannot be applicable to Fleet Management Companies or to Commercial fleet accounts at this time Smartphone Integration AHA Pandora and MirrorLink Navigation System multi touch gesture high resolution display screen SD card map and voice activated controlsCRYSTAL BLACK SILICA PROTECTION PACKAGE
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Crystal Black Silica Body Side Molding Kit Part number J101SSG702V3 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Crystal Black Silica Door Edge Guards Part number SOA801P000V2CRYSTAL WHITE PEARL PROTECTION PACKAGE
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Crystal White Pearl Body Side Molding Part number J101SSG702W6 Crystal White Pearl Door Edge Guards Part number SOA801P000W6 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MCICE SILVER METALLIC PROTECTION PACKAGE
Ice Silver Metallic Body Side Molding Kit Part number J101SSG702TR Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Ice Silver Metallic Door Edge Guards Part number SOA801P000TQBURNISHED BRONZE PROTECTION PACKAGE
Burnished Bronze Body Side Molding Kit Part number J101SSG702I8 Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Burnished Bronze Door Edge Guards Part number SOA801P000IBDARK GRAY METALLIC PROTECTION PACKAGE
Dark Gray Metallic Body Side Molding Kit Part number J101SSG702EN Dark Gray Door Edge Guards Part number SOA801P000EN Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MCQUARTZ BLUE PEARL PROTECTION PACKAGE
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Quartz Blue Pearl Body Side Molding Part number J101SSG702E1 Quartz Blue Pearl Door Edge Guards Part number SOA801P000E1 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MCJASMINE GREEN PROTECTION PACKAGE
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Jasmine Green Door Edge Guards Part number SOA801P000F3 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Jasmine Green Body Side Molding Kit Part number J101SSG700F3VENETIAN RED PROTECTION PACKAGE
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Venetian Red Pearl Door Edge Guards Part number SOA801P000U9 Venetian Red Body Side Molding Kit Part number J101SSG700P4POPULAR PACKAGE #1
Int & Ext Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit Part number SOA635113 Auto-Dim Mirror Compass Part number H501SSG001 Passenger's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG200 Driver's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG100 Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020POPULAR PACKAGE #2
Int & Ext Auto Dim Mirror w/Approach Lighting Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit Part number SOA635113 Auto Dim Mirror w/Compass & Homelink Part number H501SSG101 Passenger's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG200 Driver's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG100 Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020RUGGED PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Aero Cross Bar Set Part number E361SSG000 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG001VH Manual rear gateRUGGED PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Aero Cross Bar Set Part number E361SSG000 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG011VH Power rear gateRUGGED PACKAGE #3
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Fixed Cross Bar Set Part number E3610SG500 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG001VH Manual rear gatePROTECTION PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG001VH Manual rear gate Rear Seat Back Protector Part number J501SSG400PROTECTION PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 All Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Splash Guard Kit Part number J1010SG250MC Luggage Compartment Cover Part number 65550SG011VH Power rear gate Rear Seat Back Protector Part number J501SSG400KICKER AUDIO UPGRADE PACKAGE
Tweeter Kit Part number H631SFJ101 Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG300 Auto Dim Mirror w/Compass & Homelink Part number H501SSG101 Speaker Kit Part number H631SSG000Available drive chains
All Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (8)
Premium
96,132,59,95,49,110Premium
238,135,243,47Limited
157,56Premium
Touring
132,237,238,135,62,243,157,56Touring
Available packages (18)
ALLOY WHEEL PACKAGE
driver's and front passenger window w/automatic up & down functionality and anti-pinch protection Black Finish Roof RailsALL-WEATHER PACKAGE
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior MirrorsALL-WEATHER PKG & EYESIGHT & BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Heated Front Seats Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior Mirrors High Grade Instrument Cluster w/Color LCD Display EyeSight System adaptive cruise control low speed pre-collision braking control and vehicle lane departure warning Blind Spot Detection w/Rear Cross Traffic Alert Steering Responsive Fog LightsALL-WEATHER PKG & EYESIGHT & BSD & POWER REAR GATE
Heated Front Seats Power Rear Gate Windshield Wiper De-Icer Heated Exterior Mirrors High Grade Instrument Cluster w/Color LCD Display EyeSight System adaptive cruise control low speed pre-collision braking control and vehicle lane departure warning Blind Spot Detection w/Rear Cross Traffic Alert Steering Responsive Fog LightsPOPULAR PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020 Exterior Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Approach Light Part number J201SSG600 Blind Spot Detection Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass Part number H501SSG200POPULAR PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink Part number H501SSG300 Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020 Exterior Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Approach Light Part number J201SSG600 Blind Spot DetectionPOPULAR PACKAGE #1A
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting Part number J201SSG300 Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020 Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass Part number H501SSG200POPULAR PACKAGE #2A
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting Part number J201SSG300 Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink Part number H501SSG300 Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020KICKER AUDIO UPGRADE PACKAGE
Tweeter Kit Part number H631SFJ101 Upgraded Speakers Part number H631SSG000POPULAR PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass Part number H501SSG201 Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020 Exterior Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Approach Light Part number J201SSG600 Blind Spot DetectionPOPULAR PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020 Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink Part number H501SSG301 Exterior Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Approach Light Part number J201SSG600 Blind Spot DetectionPOPULAR PACKAGE #1A
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting Part number J201SSG300 Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass Part number H501SSG201 Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020POPULAR PACKAGE #2A
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting Part number J201SSG300 Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG020 Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink Part number H501SSG301RUGGED PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Aero Cross Bar Set Part number E361SSG000 Splash Guards Part number J1010SG300 Cargo Cover - Manual Rear Gate Part number 65550SG001VH Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover May be used separatelyRUGGED PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Aero Cross Bar Set Part number E361SSG000 Splash Guards Part number J1010SG300 Cargo Cover - Power Rear Gate Part number 65550SG011VH Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover May be used separatelyRUGGED PACKAGE #3
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 Fixed Cross Bar Set Part number E3610SG500 Splash Guards Part number J1010SG300 Cargo Cover - Manual Rear Gate Part number 65550SG001VH Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover May be used separatelyPROTECTION PACKAGE #1
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 All-Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Splash Guards Part number J1010SG300 Cargo Cover - Manual Rear Gate Part number 65550SG001VH Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover May be used separately Rear Seatback Protector Part number J501SSG400PROTECTION PACKAGE #2
Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350 All-Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200 Splash Guards Part number J1010SG300 Cargo Cover - Power Rear Gate Part number 65550SG011VH Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover May be used separately Rear Seatback Protector Part number J501SSG400Available drive chains
All Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend