Highlight: The compact Forester
is available in a hybrid and a non hybrid configuration.
Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $39,415 (Base Premium MSRP): $38,015
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety Equipment: ABS; air bags; AWD; front passenger sensors; a stability control system; traction control; incline assist; automatic emergency braking system; tire inflator/sealant kit; trailer ability assist; and a tire pressure monitoring system
Standard Equipment Sport Hybrid (on test vehicle): 19-inc wheels with a bronze finish; AWD; hybrid; pseudo leather seats with brown stitching; a dual zone automatic climate control system; a navigation system; a panoramic power moonroof; a partially reclining rear seat back; a remote keyless entry system; welcome interior lighting; and roof rails
Options: Premium Paint
Other Trim Levels:
Premium
Limited
Touring
Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: a 11-speaker Harman Kardon AM/FM audio system with SiriusXM
Android/Apple CarPlay: Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard
USB Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 3 years or 36,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
Hybrid
Battery Warranty: 8-years or 100,000 miles
Engine/Horsepower (Test Vehicle): 2.6-liter,4-cyl./194-hp
Mileage: 35-city/34-hwy (test model)
Towing: 1,500 lbs
What’s New: In addition to a new design for the 2025 model year, Subaru added the brand’s second hybrid to their lineup, the all-new Forester hybrid.
Why:
Hybrid with a 581-mile driving range
Variety of trims
AWD standard
Great visibility
Comfortable seats
Great sound system
A high level of safety driving aids
A co-pilot assist highway driving system
Heated front seats
A brake hold feature
A power panoramic roof with sunshade
A 360-degree camera
A power rear liftgate
Wireless smartphone charging
A new 12-inch infotainment screen
Almost 9-inch of ground clearance
But:
A boxy, station wagon-like design
The radar activated co-pilot steering system was overly sensitive (e.g. requiring two hands on a steering wheel)
Verdict: For the 2025 model year, the redesign Forester is one of two Subarus outfitted with a fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain. So, not only does the Forester wear a fresh new design language, but the popular station wagon also-like crossover adds its first hybrid powertrain.
The fuel-efficient Subaru, with approximately 9-inches of ground clearance for off-roading, is capable of achieving an eye-popping 581 miles on a full tank. The Forester hybrid is available in four trims.
At a starting price of $38,300, the boxy looking all-wheel drive station wagon is available in several trims. Depending on the trim, the Forester is outfitted with such features as a panoramic moonroof, a navigation system, leather-like seats and a high-level of safety driving aids.
In order to jump into a hybrid model, one will need to shell out approximately $3,200. This is the price difference when comparing a Premium gasoline trim to a Premium hybrid trim. Unlike the gasoline fueled Forester, there is no base hybrid model. One needs to step up to Premium hybrid model, which is considered the base trim.
Competition: Toyota RAV4 hybrid and Honda CR-V hybrid
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