The Subaru Forester has a towing capacity ranging between 1,500 lbs. and 3,000 lbs across various years and trims.
For instance, the 2023 Subaru Forester has a minimum towing capacity of 1,500 lbs, while the 2023 Subaru Forester has a maximum towing capacity of 3,000 lbs.
Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Subaru Forester.
The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Subaru Forester. Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.
Year | Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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2023 | Base | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2023 | Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2022 | Base | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2022 | Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2021 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs | |
2021 | Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2020 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs | |
2020 | Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2019 | 2.5i | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2019 | 2.5i Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2018 | i H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
2017 | i H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
2016 | i H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
2015 | i | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
2014 | i Premium Moonroof/AllWeat | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
2013 | X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 5 Spd Manual | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
2012 | X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 5 Spd Manual | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
2010 | X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
2009 | X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
2008 | X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
2007 | X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
2006 | X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.
Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.
Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2023 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 3,000 lbs.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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Base | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Sport | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Wilderness | 3,000 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2022 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 3,000 lbs.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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Base | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Sport | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Wilderness | 3,000 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
The 2021 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs | |
Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Sport | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
The 2020 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs | |
Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Sport | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
The 2019 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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2.5i | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2.5i Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2.5i Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2.5i Sport | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
2.5i Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs | |
Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Sport | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD | 182 HP / 176 ft/lbs |
The 2018 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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i H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Limited H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Premium H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Premium Black Edition | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
XT Premium H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
XT Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
The 2017 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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i H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Limited H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Premium H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Touring H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
XT Premium H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
XT Touring H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
The 2016 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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i H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Limited H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Premium H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Touring H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
XT Premium H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
XT Touring H4 | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
The 2015 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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i | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
XT Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
XT Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
The 2014 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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i Premium Moonroof/AllWeat | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Limited | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
i Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.5L H4 | AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
XT Premium | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
XT Touring | 1,500 lbs | 2.0L H4 | AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD | 250 HP / 258 ft/lbs |
The 2013 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 5 Spd Manual | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
X Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
X Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 5 Spd Manual | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
X Touring | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
XT Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
XT Touring | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
The 2012 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 5 Spd Manual | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
X Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
X Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 5 Spd Manual | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
X Touring | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 170 HP / 174 ft/lbs |
XT Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
XT Touring | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4 | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
The 2010 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
X Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
X Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
X SE | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
XT Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
XT Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
The 2009 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
X L.L. Bean | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
X Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
X Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 170 HP / 170 ft/lbs |
XT | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
XT Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
The 2008 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
X L.L. Bean | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
X Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
X Sport | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
XT Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
XT Sport | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
The 2007 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
X L.L. Bean | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
X Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
X Sport | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
XT Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
XT Sport | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 224 HP / 226 ft/lbs |
The 2006 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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X | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
X L.L. Bean | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
X Premium | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L Flat 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 173 HP / 166 ft/lbs |
XT Limited | 2,400 lbs | 2.5L 4-Cyl | AWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD | 230 HP / 235 ft/lbs |