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Subaru Forester 2023
The 2023 Subaru Forester carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1800 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Subaru Forester 2023 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Subaru Forester Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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2.5I (awd) | SUV | 2.5L — CVT AUTO | $35,310 | $42,020 | |
2.5I (awd) | SUV | 2.5L ULP CVT AUTO | $36,080 | $42,900 | |
2.5I Premium (awd) | SUV | 2.5L — CVT AUTO | $40,480 | $47,630 | |
2.5I Premium (awd) | SUV | 2.5L ULP CVT AUTO | $41,470 | $48,840 |
Subaru Forester 2023 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Subaru Forester here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Cruise-control light is flashing even when not in use
Your car is trying to tell you that there’s something wrong somewhere and that it has disabled its cruise-control function as a result. A flashing cruise-control light in this vehicle is often accompanied by a check engine light, so make sure that’s not lit as well. If the check engine light is illuminated, then the flashing cruise light is the car’s way of telling you you won’t be able to engage cruise-control to avoid causing a bigger problem.
But you could have a different problem with the cruise-control - perhaps a speed sensor or brake-light switch problem – that is forcing the car to disable the cruise function.
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Is it worthwhile using premium fuel in an engine that doesn't need it?
The short answer is no, the extra cost is not justified in a vehicle that does not require premium unleaded. While some premium fuel products do contain detergents to help keep an engine internally clean (which is the basis of the claim you heard) the major difference (and the reason PULP costs more) is to do with the octane rating of the fuel.
Put simply, engines in a higher state of tune require this higher octane rating to produce their potential and well as avoiding internal damage. Your Subaru, meanwhile, is tuned to be quite happy on standard 91 RON ULP, and filling it with the more expensive premium brew is a waste of money. You might gain a small improvement in performance and/or economy, but not enough to offset the higher per-litre price of PULP, and probably not enough to even notice.
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Is my 2021 Subaru Forester Sport classed as Luxury?
Technically, as far as local car-industry definitions go, your car is a member of the light commercial class of cars, and in the medium SUV sub-category. Whether you think it's a luxury car is up to you and will largely depend on your expectations and previous experiences.
Luxury is a tricky thing to define and as cars gain more and more standard equipment and refinement with each passing year, what passed for luxury a few years ago might now be considered a run-of-the-mill vehicle. There was a time when velour trim and intermittent windscreen wipers were the preserve of luxury cars, but that won't cut it these days when the cheapest cars have those things and much more as standard.
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What's a good hybrid car to buy?
The default purchase for somebody looking for a mid-sized hybrid SUV is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. But if that’s too big, there’s the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid, C-HR Hybrid and even the Corolla Cross Hybrid which sounds like the marketplace is getting crowded but is really just a reflection of the appetite right now for cars like these. And that’s the catch; the waiting times for a brand-new example of some of these cars is out to many months and even years. So your plan to shop second-hand makes plenty of sense, but don’t expect any bargains in a market currently being dominated by lots of demand and less supply.
Beyond the Toyota brand (which has been doing hybrids longer than just about anybody else) there’s also the Mazda CX-30, Subaru XV Hybrid, Haval Jolion Hybrid, Kia Niro, Subaru Forester Hybrid, Nissan Qashqai e-Power, MG HS, Honda HR-V e and more. For something a bit bigger, try the Kia Sorento or Hyundai Santa Fe hybrids. There are others out there, too, that are probably bigger or more expensive than you need, but it's very much a growing scene in the Australian marketplace.
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Subaru Forester 2023 Towing capacity
The Subaru Forester’s towing capacity ranges from 1200kg to 1800kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Subaru Forester Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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2.5I (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 1800kg | |
2.5X (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 1800kg | |
2.5I (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,—,CVT AUTO | 1800kg | |
2.5I-L (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 1800kg |
Subaru Forester 2023 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2023 Subaru Forester are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1815mm x 1730mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Subaru Forester Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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2.5I (awd) | SUV | 1730x1815x4640 mm | 220 mm | |
2.5X (awd) | SUV | 1730x1815x4640 mm | 220 mm | |
2.5I-L (awd) | SUV | 1730x1815x4640 mm | 220 mm | |
2.5I Premium (awd) | SUV | 1730x1815x4640 mm | 220 mm |
Subaru Forester 2023 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2023 Subaru Forester will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
Subaru Forester Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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2.5I (awd) | SUV | 225x60 R17 9 | — | 225x60 R17 9 | — | |
2.5X (awd) | SUV | 225x60 R17 9 | — | 225x60 R17 9 | — | |
2.5I-L (awd) | SUV | 225x60 R17 9 | — | 225x60 R17 9 | — | |
2.5I Premium (awd) | SUV | 225x55 R18 9 | — | 225x55 R18 9 | — |
Subaru Forester 2023 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2023 Subaru Forester is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Subaru Forester currently offers fuel consumption from 6.7 to 7.4L/100km. The Subaru Forester is available with the following fuel types: —, ULP and Hyb/ULP.
Subaru Forester Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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2.5I (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,—,CVT AUTO | 7.4L/100km | |
2.5I (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 7.4L/100km | |
2.5I Premium (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,—,CVT AUTO | 7.4L/100km | |
2.5I Sport (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,—,CVT AUTO | 7.4L/100km | |
2.5I-L (awd) | SUV | 2.5L,—,CVT AUTO | 7.4L/100km | |
Hybrid L (awd) | SUV | 2.0L,Hyb/ULP,CVT AUTO | 6.7L/100km |