The Subaru Forester is a small crossover with an air of ruggedness and a spacious interior. Every Subaru Forester model is fitted with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, offers 182 horsepower, and comes with an all-wheel drive option. It would have been better to have the navigation available for all trims, but it is only a standard inclusion for the Tourism trim. Read on to learn more about the Subaru Forest, and its variants.

Capacity
The Forester can comfortably accommodate 5 adults and has about 31.1 cubic feet of cargo space. The cleverly designed cargo layout and the high roof make storing and transporting heavy luggage in the Forester easier. Its towing capacity is supposed to be 1500 pounds, with that of the Wilderness going up to 3000 pounds.

Safety features
Every Subaru Forester comes with the EyeSight suite of safety features as a standard inclusion. Standard safety coverage includes pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, rear seat alert, automatic high beam assist, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control.

You can opt for the optional package for $1,165, $1,645, and $1,695. The cost depends on the trim you are upgrading and the additional features you opt for. Available options include cross-traffic alerts, reverse automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring.

Connectivity
The Subaru Forester houses a 6.5-inch screen. It includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. The sound system has 4 speakers, two USB ports, Bluetooth, HD radio, and satellite radio. Higher trims come with wifi hotspot as well. The number of speakers also goes up to 6 in the car with additional two USB ports. The Limited also has a bigger screen measuring 8 inches, while the Touring is the only variant with 9 speakers.

Variants
The Subaru Forester lineup has 6 variants, all of which have their own selling points and can appease various demographics. The key difference lies in the features of the car models.

Subaru Forester Base
The entry-level Subaru Forester is equipped with a long list of standard features. It comes with 17-inch steel wheels, cloth upholstery, automatic climate control, automatic LED headlights, manual tilt-and-telescope steering, adjustable front seats, and remote keyless entry. The car model is priced at $27,620 onwards, depending on the additional features you want to add to your new car.

Subaru Forester Premium
Next in line is the Subaru Forester Premium, with a base price of $30,620. Aside from the price range, the features included with this version of the Subaru also increase. The Forester Premium comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, tinted rear windows, a panoramic sunroof, fog lights, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver seat, roof rails, heated exterior mirrors, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Added features include a push-button start, keyless entry, and a steering wheel encased in leather covering.

Subaru Forester Sport
The Subaru Forester isn’t exactly a sports SUV, but its Sport variant is enough to satisfy the enthusiast in you. The dynamic variant has black and orange detailing coupled with LED fog lights. The Sport variant comes with some additional benefits, including an upgraded version of the company’s X-MDE traction system. If you are interested in the Subaru forester Sport, you will be paying upward of $32,190.

Subaru Forester Limited
If you want a more upscale feel and experience from your Subaru Forester, start your research and consideration with the Subaru Forester Limited and higher trims. Some added features that are, in fact, standard with the Limited. It comes with 18-inch wheels, leather upholstery, a power liftgate, automatic climate control, and exterior mirrors that meet the color of the car’s body. This elegance is packed into a single car priced at $34,300.

Subaru Forester Wilderness
If you are an off-road driver and regularly explore terrains on wheels, you should consider the Subaru Forester Wilderness. The Wilderness is a sturdy vehicle for those that spend considerable time off-roading. Its 17-inch matt black wheels add to the driving experience. The car has an upgraded suspension system and all-terrain tires that contribute to the beast’s sturdiness. The interior is fitted with water-resistant upholstery, among other attentive detailing. The Subaru Forester Wilderness is estimated to cost $35,245.

Subaru Forester Touring
The highest trim in the Subaru Forester lineup is the Touring variant. This one comes with all the features we have discussed thus far and then some more. A heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, LED fog lights, memory settings for the driver’s seat, 18-inch alloy wheels, and a power-adjustable passenger seat are some of the Touring-specific features to look forward to. You can also choose from the exclusive leather upholstery options available for the Touring models. The estimated cost of the Subaru Forester Touring is $37,720.

Speak with a dealership representative if you’re interested in purchasing the Subaru Forester. They can explain the car’s features in greater detail. They may also offer you a thorough test drive of the vehicle so you can decide with certainty.