Subaru Forester Towing Capacity (2006 - 2023)

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Subaru Forester Maximum Towing Capacities

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.

Subaru Forester e Boxer outdoors on a dirt road.
Subaru Forester e Boxer outdoors on a dirt road.
Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2023Base1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2023Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2022Base1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2022Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
20211,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2021Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
20201,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2020Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
20192.5i1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
20192.5i Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2018i H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
2017i H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
2016i H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
2015i1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
2014i Premium Moonroof/AllWeat1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
2013X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 5 Spd Manual170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
2012X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 5 Spd Manual170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
2010X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
2009X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
2008X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2007X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
2006X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs

Towing Capacity: Quick Jump To Subaru Forester Model Year

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.

  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2023 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2023 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 3,000 lbs.

2023 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Base1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Premium1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Sport1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Wilderness3,000 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs

2022 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2022 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity between 1,500 lbs. and 3,000 lbs.

2022 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
Base1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Premium1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Sport1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Wilderness3,000 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs

2021 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2021 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2021 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Premium1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Sport1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2020 Subaru Forester
2020 Subaru Forester

2020 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2020 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2020 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Premium1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Sport1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2019 Subaru Forester
2019 Subaru Forester

2019 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2019 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2019 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
2.5i1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2.5i Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2.5i Premium1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2.5i Sport1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2.5i Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Premium1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Sport1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 7 Spd CVT w/OD182 HP / 176 ft/lbs
2018 Subaru Forester
2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2018 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2018 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
i H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Limited H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Premium H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Premium Black Edition1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
XT Premium H41,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs
XT Touring1,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2017 Subaru Forester
2017 Subaru Forester

2017 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2017 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2017 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
i H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Limited H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Premium H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Touring H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
XT Premium H41,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs
XT Touring H41,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2016 Subaru Forester 2.0 XT
2016 Subaru Forester 2.0 XT

2016 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2016 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2016 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
i H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Limited H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Premium H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Touring H41,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
XT Premium H41,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs
XT Touring H41,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs

2015 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2015 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2015 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
i1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Premium1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
XT Premium1,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs
XT Touring1,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs
2014 Subaru Forester
2014 Subaru Forester

2014 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2014 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2014 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
i Premium Moonroof/AllWeat1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Limited1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
i Touring1,500 lbs2.5L H4AWD / 6 Spd CVT w/OD170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
XT Premium1,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs
XT Touring1,500 lbs2.0L H4AWD / 8 Spd CVT w/OD250 HP / 258 ft/lbs

2013 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2013 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2013 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 5 Spd Manual170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
X Limited2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
X Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 5 Spd Manual170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
X Touring2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
XT Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift224 HP / 226 ft/lbs
XT Touring2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift224 HP / 226 ft/lbs

2012 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 5 Spd Manual170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
X Limited2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
X Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 5 Spd Manual170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
X Touring2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift170 HP / 174 ft/lbs
XT Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift224 HP / 226 ft/lbs
XT Touring2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4AWD / 4 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift224 HP / 226 ft/lbs

2010 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2010 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2010 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
X Limited2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
X Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
X SE2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
XT Limited2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD224 HP / 226 ft/lbs
XT Premium2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD224 HP / 226 ft/lbs

2009 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2009 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2009 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
X L.L. Bean2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
X Limited2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
X Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD170 HP / 170 ft/lbs
XT2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD224 HP / 226 ft/lbs
XT Limited2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD224 HP / 226 ft/lbs

2008 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2008 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2008 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
X L.L. Bean2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
X Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
X Sport2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
XT Limited2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD224 HP / 226 ft/lbs
XT Sport2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD224 HP / 226 ft/lbs

2007 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2007 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2007 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
X L.L. Bean2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
X Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
X Sport2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
XT Limited2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD224 HP / 226 ft/lbs
XT Sport2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD224 HP / 226 ft/lbs

2006 Subaru Forester Towing Capacity Data

The 2006 Subaru Forester has a towing capacity of 2,400 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2006 Subaru Forester Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
X2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
X L.L. Bean2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 4 Spd Auto w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
X Premium2,400 lbs2.5L Flat 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD173 HP / 166 ft/lbs
XT Limited2,400 lbs2.5L 4-CylAWD / 5 Spd Manual w/OD230 HP / 235 ft/lbs

Other Subaru Forester Specifications

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