2023 Subaru Forester Trim Levels | Bensenville, IL
Big adventures are just over the horizon in the 2023 Subaru Forester SUV. Bring along your family, friends, or four-legged companion and don’t forget your recreational toys ― the five-passenger 2023 Forester with a maximum towing ability of up to 3,000 pounds was built to take you where you want to go. And the place to find your ideal Forester in the Chicagoland area at Grand Subaru in Bensenville, IL.
Learn about the 2023 Forester trim options below and find more detailed model information on our Forester review page. If you’re ready to check out the new Forester in person ― take a walk-around, pop the hood, and engage with the tech inside the cabin ― search our inventory to locate a Forester that interests you, then stop by our dealership during our business hours. We’re conveniently located between Interstates 290 and 294 on Grand Avenue in Bensenville. You can also contact us at (630) 595-0250 or start a chat.
If you plan to lease or finance the new Forester, visit our finance center for helpful information and tools to begin the credit approval or vehicle trade-in process.


2023 Subaru Forester Base
With 8.7 inches of ground clearance, don’t be shy when it comes to taking the 2023 Subaru Forester off pavement or through challenging road conditions. The Subaru symmetrical all-wheel drive system that comes standard beginning on the 2023 Forester Base trim delivers extra traction for less-than-smooth situations.
Key Features:
- 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® four-cylinder engine delivering 182 HP and 176 lb.-ft. of torque
- Lineartronic® CVT with adaptive control
- SI-DRIVE® (Subaru Intelligent Drive)
- 17-in. aluminum alloy wheels with silver finish with all-season tires
- Black folding side mirrors
- High beam assist
- LED steering responsive headlights with auto on/off feature
- Rear vision camera
- Keyless entry system
- Anti-theft security system
- EyeSight® driver assist technology suite
- Three-spoke steering wheel with integrated controls and tilt/telescoping steering column
- Automatic climate control system
- Whiplash-reducing front seats with height- and tilt-adjustable head restraints
- Manually adjustable front seats
- 60/40 split flat-folding rear seatbacks
- Cloth upholstery
- SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia Plus system with 6.5-in. touchscreen
- Four-speaker audio system
- Dual front USB input ports
- LATCH system
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2023 Subaru Forester Premium
Equipment upgrades you’ll find on the 2023 Subaru Forester Premium enhance the convenience factor when you want to carry more cargo on top of your Forester ― like skis or bikes ― or want added security when you’re not familiar with your surroundings.
Key Features:
In addition to most Base trim features, the Premium trim includes:
- Hill descent control
- Raised roof rails
- Roof spoiler
- Windshield wiper de-icer and heated side mirrors
- Fog lights
- 17-in. black aluminum alloy wheels with machine finish
- Body-color folding side mirrors
- Keyless access with push-button start and PIN-code access
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Fold-down rear armrest
- Power adjustable front seat
- Heated front seats
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi® capability
- Six-speaker audio system
- SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security
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2023 Subaru Forester Sport
If you’re looking for more attitude from your 2023 Forester – more sporty appeal – take a look at what the 2023 Subaru Forester Sport has to offer, both inside and out.
Key Features:
Along with many Premium trim features, find:
- Transmission paddle shifters
- Lineartronic CVT with adaptive control and seven-speed manual mode
- Leather-wrapped shift handle
- 18-in. aluminum alloy wheels with black finish
- Body-color folding side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- LED fog lights
- Sport cloth upholstery with orange stitching
- Color multifunction display
- Dual rear USB charging ports
- Removable cargo area tray
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2023 Subaru Forester Wilderness
Take adventurous driving to the next level with the 2023 Subaru Forester Wilderness. Offering six more inches of ground clearance plus all-terrain tires and a few other cool features and exterior design details, it’s the call of the wild that’s beckoning.
Key Features:
Along with most Sport trim features, enjoy:
- Lineartronic CVT with adaptive control and eight-speed manual mode
- LED fog lights with hexagonal style
- Blue hexagonal texture folding side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- 17-in. aluminum alloy wheels with matte black finish
- Dual-zone automatic climate control system
- 180-degree front view monitor
- StarTex® water-repellent upholstery
- One-touch folding rear seatbacks
- Reverse automatic braking
- Blind spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross-traffic alert
- SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia Plus system with 8-in. touchscreen
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2023 Subaru Forester Limited
The 2023 Subaru Forester Limited adds a few upscale details like stylish wheel designs and leather-trimmed upholstery. It’s ideal for adventure-seekers at heart, who enjoy the wilderness of the city or less rugged driving experiences.
Key Features:
In addition to many features you’ll find on the Premium trim, the Limited offers:
- Power rear gate with automatic close, height memory function, and vehicle lock button
- 18-in. black aluminum alloy wheels with machine finish
- All-season tires
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2023 Subaru Forester Touring
The 2023 Subaru Forester Touring delivers a top-level riding experience that includes built-in navigation, a premium sound system, and a safety feature that helps you stay focused on the road ahead.
Key Features:
Added to Limited trim features are:
- LED fog lights
- Satin chrome side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- 18-in. dark gray aluminum alloy wheels with machine finish
- DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System with infrared eye and head monitoring camera
- SUBARU STARLINK 8.9-in. Multimedia Navigation system
- Heated steering wheel
- Power adjustable front seats
- Two-position driver’s seat and power mirror memory
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Harman Kardon® premium audio system with nine speakers
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2022 Subaru Forester Trim Levels
The newly redesigned 2022 Subaru Forester is a great choice for anyone seeking a compact SUV with impeccable off-road credentials and a range of attractive in-cabin features. The Forester is powered by a sporty four-cylinder engine and it comes standard with all-wheel drive (AWD) for exceptional all-weather and off-road handling.
The Forester is offered in six different trim levels, including the new Wilderness trim, and the team at Grand Subaru in Bensenville, IL, has put together this guide to Forester trims. If you’re interested in learning more about the Forester, check out our Subaru Forester review. You can also look at the Subaru Forester for sale at our dealership in Bensenville, IL, and if you’d like to try the Forester for yourself you can schedule a test drive online. Have questions? The team at Grand Subaru is happy to help. Just contact us online or call us at (888) 840-3934.

2022 Subaru Forester Models
2022 Subaru ForesterBase
The base model Subaru Forester is anything but basic, with standard AWD and connectivity amenities like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™.
Key Features:
- 2.5L four-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® engine with 182 HP and 176 lb.-ft. of torque
- Max. towing capacity of 1,500 lbs.
- Symmetrical AWD
- SUBARU STARLINK® multimedia system with 6.5-in. display
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability
- Dual USB input ports
- Optional Rockford Fosgate audio system
- LED steering responsive headlights and LED daytime running lights
- EyeSight® driver assist technology
- Adaptive cruise control
- Pre-collision braking system
- Lane departure and sway warning plus lane keep assist
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2022 Subaru ForesterPremium
The 2022 Subaru Forester Premium adds amenities like heated front seats, Wi-Fi® hotspot functionality, and a moonroof. The Premium trim level includes base model features, plus:
Key Features:
- Ten-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
- All-Weather Package with heated front seats
- Keyless access with push button start
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability
- Sliding panoramic power moonroof
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter handle
- Fog lights
- Raised roof rails and roof spoiler
- 17-in. black with machined-finish aluminum alloy wheels
- STARLINK® safety and security system
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2022 Subaru ForesterSport
For a high-octane driving experience, try out the 2022 Subaru Forester Sport. This trim level adds a selectable manual transmission and distinctive touches like special upholstery. The Sport includes most features of the Premium, as well as:
Key Features:
- Dual-function X-MODE® with hill descent control
- Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission (CVT) with seven-speed manual mode
- Transmission paddle shifters
- SI-DRIVE® engine management system
- Side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- 18-in. black finish alloy wheels
- LED fog lights
- Cargo area gate light and removable cargo area tray
- Sport cloth upholstery with orange stitching
- Color multifunction display
- Front and rear dual USB input ports
- Blind spot detection and rear cross traffic alert
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2022 Subaru ForesterWilderness
New for 2022, the Subaru Forester Wilderness is your ticket to off-roading fun. Higher ground clearance, water-repellent upholstery, and other features are geared towards outdoor recreation. The Wilderness includes most features of the Sport, plus:
Key Features:
- Raised suspension with 9.2-in. ground clearance
- 18-in. matte black finish alloy wheels and Yokohama GEOLANDAR® all-terrain tires
- Max. towing capacity of 3,000 lbs.
- High-capacity roof rails with anodized copper finish accents
- StarTex® water-repellent upholstery
- One-touch folding rear seat backs
- SUBARU STARLINK multimedia system with 8-in. display
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 180-degree front view monitor
- Hexagonal LED fog lights
- Reverse automatic braking
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2022 Subaru ForesterLimited
If you’re looking for a luxe driving experience, the 2022 Subaru Forester Limited may be for you, with leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control, and other comfort and convenience features. The Limited includes most features of the Sport, plus:
Key Features:
- Leather-trimmed upholstery
- One-touch folding rear seat backs
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- SUBARU STARLINK multimedia system with 8-in. display
- Power rear gate with automatic close, height memory, and vehicle lock button
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2022 Subaru ForesterTouring
The best-appointed trim level is the 2022 Subaru Forester Touring, with a range of tech and comfort features including a premium audio system, heated front and outboard rear seats, navigation, memory features, and more. The Touring includes most features of the Limited, plus:
Key Features:
- SUBARU STARLINK multimedia navigation
- Harman Kardon® nine-speaker premium audio system
- DriverFocus® distraction mitigation system
- Eight-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
- All-Weather Package with heated front and outboard rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Two-position driver’s seat memory and power mirror memory
- 18-in. dark gray with machined-finish aluminum alloy wheels
- Optional Saddle Brown leather-trimmed upholstery
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2021 Subaru Forester Trim Levels Compared

Built to last and with room for the entire family, the 2021 Subaru Forester is ready to take your daily routine to the next level. If this versatile SUV has piqued your interest, Grand Subaru is here to help you learn more. We've taken a closer look at all five trim configurations in the following 2021 Forester model comparison. We've also highlighted this capable SUV in our 2021 Forester review page. To get in touch with our dealership in Bensenville, IL, call (888) 840-3934 or chat with us online.
2021 Subaru Forester
Base
Starting MSRP
$24,795
Key Specs & Features
As the introduction to the 2021 Forester trim lineup, the Forester Base provides a spacious interior and an impressive powertrain configuration. Features found in the initial Forester trim level include:
- 2.5L 4-cylinder engine producing 182 HP and 26 city / 33 hwy MPG
- Subaru symmetrical all-wheel drive
- Lineartronic® CVT
- LED steering responsive headlights and daytime running lights
- 17-in. steel wheels
- Cloth upholstery
- 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks
- Cargo-area underfloor storage
- Four-speaker audio system
- STARLINK® 6.5-in. Multimedia Plus infotainment system
- 4.2-in. color LCD multifunction display
- Advanced adaptive cruise control with lane centering
- Lane departure and sway warning
- Rear vision camera
2021 Subaru Forester
Premium
Starting MSRP
$27,795
Key Specs & Features
For a more refined exterior and added creature comforts, take a second look at the 2021 Forester Premium. This Forester model option includes most features found in the Base model, as well as:
- X-MODE® performance mode
- Fog lights
- 17-in. black aluminum-alloy wheels with machine finish
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- Heated sideview mirrors
- Raised roof rails
- Roof spoiler
- Panoramic power moonroof
- Heated front seats
- Ten-way power driver's seat with power lumbar support
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter handle
- Push-button start
- Six-speaker audio system
2021 Subaru Forester
Sport
Starting MSRP
$29,395
Key Specs & Features
With improved seating and added safety considerations, the 2021 Subaru Forester Sport will keep you comfortable and protected for every mile of the journey. The Forester Sport includes most Premium features, plus:
- LED fog lights
- 18-in. black-finish aluminum-alloy wheels
- Heated sideview mirrors with integrated turn signals
- Cargo-area rear gate light
- Sport cloth upholstery with orange stitching
- Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
- 6.3-in. color multifunction display
- High beam assist
- Blind-spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross-traffic alert
2021 Subaru Forester
Limited
Starting MSRP
$31,395
Key Specs & Features
You'll find a larger touchscreen display and leather seating surfaces inside the improved cabin of the 2021 Forester Limited. This Forester trim adds the following features:
- 18-in. black aluminum-alloy wheels with machine finish
- Power rear gate
- Leather-trimmed upholstery
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control
- STARLINK 8-in. Multimedia Plus infotainment system
- Voice recognition
2021 Subaru Forester
Touring
Starting MSRP
$34,895
Key Specs & Features
Ensure an enjoyable ride for all your passengers by opting for the 2021 Subaru Forester Touring. The top-of-the-line Forester trim level improves upon previous models with the following features:
- Driver memory settings
- Eight-way power front passenger's seat
- Heated rear outboard seats
- One-touch folding rear seatbacks
- Nine-speaker Harman Kardon® audio system
- Integrated GPS navigation system
- DriverFocus® distraction mitigation system
- Reverse automatic braking
2021 Subaru Forester
Subaru Forester Trims for Sale near Chicago, IL
Grand Subaru is the place to go to find 2021 Subaru Forester models for sale in Chicago, IL. Scroll through our Forester inventory to see our full selection of SUVs, and consider pairing your favorite model with a monthly Forester lease offer. To learn more or schedule a test drive at our dealership in Bensenville, IL, call (888) 840-3934 or use our online form.
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