2026 Subaru Forester Performance

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With a 2026 Subaru Forester, it is easy to choose your perfect vision of versatility. Do you need a capable family SUV for dropping off your kids for school in Irving? Shopping for an off-road powerhouse for weekend adventures out past Plano? The Forester will get you where you want to go in style and comfort.

In this overview of the 2026 Forester performance specs, our team at Sewell Subaru of Dallas will cover its engine, fuel economy, and towing capacity. We will also dive into some of our favorite Forester performance features designed to improve every drive in Fort Worth and the surrounding areas. Keep reading below to learn more, then call us at (214) 902-6000 to schedule your test drive at our Dallas showroom.

2026 Subaru Forester Engine Specs

Like all Subaru models, the new Forester is equipped with a 2.5L DOHC BOXER® engine and Subaru Symmetrical AWD for greater traction and efficiency on the road. Below, you may read all the relevant Forester performance specs:

  • Horsepower: 180 hp
  • Torque: 178 lb-ft
  • Transmission: Lineartronic® CVT
  • Drivetrain: Subaru Symmetrical AWD
  • Fuel Requirement: Unleaded gasoline (87 octane)
  • Fuel Capacity: 16.6 gallons

2026 Subaru Forester MPG Specs

Whatever your day brings, you do not have to worry about burning too much fuel due to the impressive Forester mpg figures:

  • Base: 26 mpg city / 33 mpg highway*
  • Premium: 26 mpg city / 33 mpg highway*
  • Sport: 25 mpg city / 32 mpg highway*
  • Wilderness: 24 mpg city / 28 mpg highway*
  • Limited: 26 mpg city / 33 mpg highway*
  • Touring: 25 mpg city / 32 mpg highway*

2026 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity

The towing capacity of the latest Forester lets you easily tow your outdoor toys and other gear. If you are planning on hauling a lot, consider the Wilderness trim, which offers up to 3,500 pounds of Forester towing prowess:

  • Base: 1,500 pounds**
  • Premium: 1,500 pounds**
  • Sport: 1,500 pounds**
  • Wilderness: 3,500 pounds**
  • Limited: 1,500 pounds**
  • Touring: 1,500 pounds**

2026 Subaru Forester Performance Features

Rounding out Forester performance, the following features work together to make every drive simply delightful. From active torque vectoring to manual transmission mode and beyond, Subaru has designed the Forester as a driving machine:

Base

  • Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE®)
  • Low shift mode
  • Active torque vectoring
  • Four-wheel independent suspension
  • Four-wheel disc brakes
  • Roof spoiler

Premium

  • All the features listed above, plus:
  • Low shift transmission mode
  • X-MODE®

Sport, Limited, Touring

  • All the features listed above, plus:
  • Manual transmission mode
  • Single stainless steel exhaust outlet

Wilderness

  • All the features listed above, plus:
  • All-terrain tires

Find Your 2026 Forester At Sewell Subaru of Dallas

Ready to finance or lease a 2026 Forester from our Sewell Subaru of Dallas new vehicle inventory? Stop by our Dallas showroom when you get the chance, or give us a call at (214) 902-6000 to schedule a test drive today. In the meantime, fill out our remote auto loan application to expedite your vehicle purchasing process before you even set foot in our store.

Disclaimers:

*EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions and your vehicle’s condition.
**Maximum towing capacity varies by trim level. Trailer brakes may be needed. See your retailer for details.

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