2025 Subaru Forester Engine & Towing Near Elmhurst, IL
Harness legendary capability in all your endeavors with the 2025 Subaru Forester. Featuring one potent engine that offers customizable performance for your adventuring needs, the Forester makes an excellent companion on and off the road. Learn more about performance specifications and rugged capabilities with this 2025 Subaru Forester engine overview from the Grand Subaru team.
Find your preferred Forester configuration in our inventory, and select an attractive finance or lease offer for the chance to save. Our Bensenville, IL, dealership is located conveniently near Elmhurst, IL. If you have questions, contact us online or call us at (630) 595-0250.
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2025 Subaru Forester Engine
Discover the perfect blend of performance and efficiency with the 2025 Subaru Forester. It boasts a 2.5L SUBARU BOXER® four-cylinder engine paired with a Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission (CVT), generating 180 horsepower. There are three available versions of the Lineartronic CVT. The Base and Premium trims come with a low shift mode, the Wilderness comes with a seven-speed manual mode, and all other models are equipped with an eight-speed manual mode. This feature enables more performance control with the use of paddle shifters.
The Forester excels in fuel economy, achieving up to 33 highway MPG and 26 city MPG. With its standard symmetrical all-wheel drive (AWD), the Forester offers exceptional capability in all seasons. Additionally, the X-MODE® system, available on all trims except the Forester Base, boosts traction and control for an enhanced driving experience.
See the accompanying chart for engine specifications.
- Engine: 2.5L SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder
- Transmission: Lineartronic CVT
- Horsepower: 180 HP
- Torque: 178 lb.-ft.
- MPG (City/Hwy): 26 / 33
2025 Subaru Forester Wilderness Capabilities
For adventure enthusiasts, the Subaru Forester Wilderness trim offers a range of off-road-ready features. These include a slightly higher horsepower, an enhanced dual-function X-MODE with low speed and low ratio gradient control, and improved gearing ratios that enhance low-speed climbing performance, allowing it to tackle grades as steep as 40 percent. Plus, the Wilderness trim helps you conquer the tough terrain with a standard 9.2-inch ground clearance, an angular bumper design, a front skid plate, all-terrain tires, and a full-size spare tire.
2025 Subaru Forester How Much Can a Subaru Forester Tow?
Standard towing capabilities for the 2025 Subaru Forester reach up to 1,500 pounds, perfect for lightweight trailers carrying items like a motorcycle or jet ski. Want to bring a pop-up camper or some snowmobiles on your next journey? The Forester Wilderness trim exclusively offers a 3,000-pound maximum towing capacity for a variety of needs.
2025 Subaru Forester Learn More About the 2025 Subaru Forester
If you’re ready to explore everything the 2025 Subaru Forester has to offer, the Grand Subaru team is here to help. For key highlights and specifications, visit our Forester review. To see standard features across the lineup, see our detailed Forester trims comparison. If you have any questions about our available inventory or would like assistance from our team in Bensenville, IL, please contact us online or call us at (630) 595-0250.
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