Subaru Forester Hybrid
2025–2026 model years · Generation introduced 2025
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- Available years
- 2025–2026
- Yearly records
- 2
- Reported market values
- $34,730–$36,595
The overview
The Forester, a perennial high-scorer in CR's compact SUV ratings, is available for the first time in hybrid form. An electric motor backed by a lithium-ion battery augments its 2.5-liter flat-four engine. That hybrid powertrain increases horsepower to 194 compared with 180 for the regular Forester. We measured 34 mpg overall, a good bump from the 29 mpg overall that we recorded on the regular Forester we tested. The Hybrid retains all of the Forester's key virtues, including a comfortable ride, excellent outward visibility, and a roomy rear seat. But the Hybrid is quieter than the regular model, and benefits from a more pleasant initial takeoff, thanks to the electric drive. It can also propel itself on electric power alone at low speeds. Unlike the conventionally-powered Forester, all hybrid trims come standard with BSW and RCTW.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 ↗ Premium 4-door SUV AWD 2.5-liter 4 (194 hp) hybrid (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed | $34,730 | 4/5 | Not rated | 35 MPG |
| 2025 ↗ Premium 4-door SUV AWD 2.5-liter 4 (194 hp) hybrid (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed | $36,595 | 4/5 | 4/5 | 35 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2026 model
Premium 4-door SUV AWD 2.5-liter 4 (194 hp) hybrid (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed · Hybrid · New
Find 2026 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2025
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $34,730 - $41,545
Ratings
- Road test score
- 92/100
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Expert recommendation
- Recommended
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 35 MPG
- EPA highway
- 34 MPG
- EPA combined
- 35 MPG
- Tested city
- 26 MPG
- Tested highway
- 42 MPG
- Tested overall
- 34 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,415
- Cruising range
- 560 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.3 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 137 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 183 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,885 lb
- Maximum load
- 900 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 43.5 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 31.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 38.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 38958 First published: December 4, 2025 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2025 model
Premium 4-door SUV AWD 2.5-liter 4 (194 hp) hybrid (Regular Gasoline) CVT 0-speed · Hybrid · Used
Find 2025 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Compact SUVs
- Generation began
- 2025
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $36,595 - $43,295
Ratings
- Road test score
- 92/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 79%
- Reliability
- 4/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 35 MPG
- EPA highway
- 34 MPG
- EPA combined
- 35 MPG
- Tested city
- 26 MPG
- Tested highway
- 42 MPG
- Tested overall
- 34 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,415
- Cruising range
- 560 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 9.3 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 137 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 53 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 183 in
- Width
- 72 in
- Height
- 68 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,885 lb
- Maximum load
- 900 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,500 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 43.5 in
- Rear head room
- 2.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 31.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 38.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 2/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 7/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 35023 First published: February 6, 2025 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
