SUV of the Year: Contender

SUV of the Year: Nominee

Brand name: 
Marketing name: 
Engine id: 300003536
Availability: Default
Fleet: 
Msrp: 0
Invoice price: 0
Order code: 
Engine type: Internal Combustion
Ice max hp: 180
Ice max hp at: 5800
Ice max torque: 178
Ice max torque at: 3700
Electric motor configuration: 
Generator description: 
Generator max hp: 0
Electric max hp: 0
Electric max kw: 0
Electric max torque: 0
Total max hp: 180
Total max hp at: 5800
Total max torque: 178
Total max torque at: 3700
Ice bore: 3.7
Ice stroke: 3.54
Ice displacement: 2.5
Ice block type: H
Ice cylinders: 4
Ice aspiration: Naturally Aspirated
Ice fuel induction: DI
Fuel type: Gasoline
Fuel quality: 87
Ice cam type: DOHC
Ice valves: 16
Ice valve timing: DVVT
Ice compression: 12
Redline: 0
Max payload: 


2.5L H4 180hp 178ft. lbs.

Air filtration: 
Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
Front air conditioning zones: dual

Air Conditioning

Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
Front airbags: dual
Knee airbags: driver
Side airbags: front
Side curtain airbags: front

Airbags

Antenna type: diversity
Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth
Internet radio app: AHA
Radio: AM/FM
Radio data system: 
Satellite radio: SiriusXM
Speed sensitive volume control: 
Total speakers: 4

Audio System

ABS: 4-wheel
Braking assist: 
Cornering brake control: 
Electronic brakeforce distribution: 
Electronic parking brake: auto off
Front brake type: ventilated disc
Power brakes: 
Rear brake type: ventilated disc

Brakes

Center console trim: leatherette
Dash trim: leatherette
Door trim: cloth
Floor mat material: carpet
Floor material: carpet
Floor mats: front
Interior accents: metallic-tone
Shift knob trim: urethane
Steering wheel trim: urethane

Comfort Features

Adaptive cruise control: 
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic
Assist handle: front
Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering
Cargo area light: 
Center console: front console with armrest and storage
Courtesy lights: door
Cupholders: front
Multi-function remote: keyless entry
One-touch windows: 1
Overhead console: front
Power outlet(s): 12V cargo area
Power steering: variable/speed-proportional
Power windows: lockout button
Reading lights: front
Rearview mirror: manual day/night
Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Vanity mirrors: dual

Convenience Features

4WD type: full time
Drive mode selector: 

Drivetrain

Alternator: 150 amps
Auto start/stop: 
Battery: maintenance-free
Battery saver: 

Engine

Active grille shutters: 
Bumper detail: front underguard
Door handle color: body-color
Exhaust tip color: stainless steel
Fender lip moldings: black
Front bumper color: body-color
Grille color: black
Headlight bezel color: black
Mirror color: black
Rear bumper color: black
Rear spoiler: roofline
Rear spoiler color: body-color
Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Rocker panel color: black
Window trim: black

Exterior Features

Connected in-car apps: Google POIs
Infotainment: STARLINK
Infotainment screen size: 7 in. (dual)
Smartphone integration: Android Auto

In Car Entertainment

Clock: 
Digital odometer: 
External temperature display: 
Fuel economy display: MPG
Gauge: tachometer
Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in.
Multi-function display: 
Trip odometer: 
Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning

Instrumentation

Daytime running lights: 
Exterior entry lights: approach lamps
Headlights: LED
Taillights: LED

Lights

Mirrors

Roof

Automatic emergency braking: front
Automatic hazard warning lights: 
Camera system: rearview
Camera system washer: rear
Check rear seat reminder: 
Child safety door locks: 
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Crumple zones: front
Impact absorbing seats: dual front
Impact sensor: door unlock
Lane deviation sensors: 
Lane keeping assist: 
Parking sensors: rear
Pre-collision warning system: audible warning
Rearview monitor: in dash
Safety brake pedal system: 

Safety

Emergency locking retractors: front
Front seatbelts: 3-point
Rear seatbelts: 3-point
Seatbelt force limiters: front
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seatbelt warning sensor: front

Seatbelts

Driver seat manual adjustments: height
Front headrests: adjustable
Front seat type: bucket
Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining
Rear headrests: adjustable
Rear seat folding: flat
Rear seat type: 60-40 split bench
Upholstery: cloth
Upholstery accents: contrast stitching

Seats

Anti-theft system: alarm
Power door locks: anti-lockout

Security

Hill holder control: 
Stability control: 
Traction control: 
Trailer stability control: 

Stability and Traction

Front shock type: gas
Front spring type: coil
Front stabilizer bar: 
Front struts: MacPherson
Front suspension classification: independent
Front suspension type: lower control arms
Rear shock type: gas
Rear spring type: coil
Rear stabilizer bar: 
Rear suspension classification: independent
Rear suspension type: double wishbone

Suspension

Electronic messaging assistance: voice operated
Hands-free phone call integration: voice operated
Smart device app compatibility: MySubaru
Wireless data link: Bluetooth

Telematics

Spare tire mount location: inside
Spare tire size: temporary
Spare wheel type: steel
Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 
Wheels: painted aluminum alloy

Tires and Rims

Front wipers: variable intermittent
Laminated glass: acoustic windshield
Liftgate window: fixed
Power windows: safety reverse
Rear wiper: auto-on in reverse
Window defogger: rear

Windows

Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl
Door sill trim: scuff plate
Floor mat material: rubber/vinyl

Ashtray: 
Cargo cover: 
Footwell lights: 
Rearview mirror: auto-dimming
Remote engine start: 
Storage: accessory hook
Sunshade: side window
Universal remote transmitter: Homelink - garage door opener
Wireless charging station: front

Bike rack: 
Body side moldings: body-color
Bumper detail: rear protector
Front bumper color: accent
Ground effects/lower spoilers: 
Mudguards: front
Paint protection: door edge guards
Rear bumper color: accent
Rear spoiler color: black
Skid plate(s): powertrain
Special graphics: 

Roof rack crossbars: black
Wind deflector: 

Towing and Hauling

Front Brake Diameter: 12.4
Rear Brake Diameter: 11.8

Length: 183.3
Wheelbase: 105.1
Height: 68.1
Ground Clearance: 8.7
Width: 81.2
Front Track Width: 61.8
Rear Track Width: 62.0

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Volume: 140.4
Cargo Volume: 29.6
Passenger Volume: 110.8
Cargo Volume All Rear Seats Down: 74.4

Interior Dimensions

Head Room 1st Row: 41.2
Head Room 2nd Row/Rear: 39.6
Hip Room 1st Row: 54.7
Hip Room 2nd Row/Rear: 53.7
Shoulder Room 1st Row: 57.7
Shoulder Room 2nd Row/Rear: 56.7
Leg Room 1st Row: 43.3
Leg Room 2nd Row/Rear: 39.4
Standard Seating: 5
Max Seating: 5
Seating Rows: 2

Seating

Gross Vehicle Weight Range: 4001-5000
Curb Weight: 3510
Fuel Tank Capacity: 16.6
Max Towing Capacity: 3000

Weights and Capacities

Front Wheel Size: 17.0
Rear Wheel Size: 17.0
Front Wheel Diameter: 17.0
Rear Wheel Diameter: 17.0
Tire Type: All Season
Front Tire Description: 225/60R17 99H
Rear Tire Description: 225/60R17 99H

Wheels and Tires

2025 Subaru Forester

Brand: 
Marketing name: Lineartronic
Transmission id: 230774
Availability: Default
Engine id: 300003536
Engine availability: Default
Type: CVT
Detail type: 
Gears: 0
Msrp: 0
Invoice price: 0


2025 Subaru Forester

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