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2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i 6MT

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i 6MT is a 170-hp SUV with a 6-speed manual and all-wheel drive. It starts at $22,795 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$22,795
MSRP with Destination$23,710
Destination Charge$915
Engine
Engine TypeH4 2.5L DOHC Boxer (naturally aspirated)
Horsepower170 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque174 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 16v (4 valves/cyl.); AVCS on intake
Bore and Stroke94 x 90 mm
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeSequential MFI; cylinder head-mounted injectors; ETC
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD — Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
Differential TypeContinuous AWD; viscous-coupling locking center differential
Transmission
Transmission6-speed manual
1st Gear3.454
2nd Gear1.888
3rd Gear1.296
4th Gear0.972
5th Gear0.78
6th Gear0.695
Reverse3.636
Final Drive4.444
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular 87 AKI
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson-type struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone with pillow ball joint mount, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Rear Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersDual-piston
Front Brake Disc11.6 in. ventilated
Rear Brake Disc10.8 in. solid
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.0 in. steel with full wheel cover
Wheels Rear17 x 7.0 in. steel with full wheel cover
Tires Front225/60R17 98H M+S all-season
Tires Rear225/60R17 98H M+S all-season
Dimensions & Weight
Length181.5 in
Width70.7 in
Height68.2 in
Wheelbase103.9 in
Front Track60.9 in
Rear Track61.1 in
Ground Clearance8.7 in
Approach Angle23°
Departure Angle25°
Cargo Volume34.4 ft³
Curb Weight3,322 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front41.4 in
Headroom Rear39.8 in
Legroom Front43 in
Legroom Rear38 in
Shoulder Room Front57 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.5 in
Hip Room Front53.9 in
Hip Room Rear53 in
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