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Compare 2006 Subaru Forester specifications by trim levels

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Forester is a 5-seat SUV from Subaru, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $21,795 to $27,895, the Subaru Forester faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Buick Encore, Ford Escape.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Subaru Forester has a maximum towing capacity of 2400 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Subaru Forester boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 25 to 29 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 68.30mm x 176.60mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2006 Subaru Forester

  • Fuel Tank: 15.9 gal

  • Wheelbase: 99.4 in

  • MPG: 22 city/29 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 7.8 sec

  • Towing: 2400 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 2400 lbs

  • Curb: 3090 lbs

  • Tires: P215/60HR16.0 RBL M+S

  • Cargo: 32 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 176.6 x 68.3 x 65



2006 Subaru Forester Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Subaru Forester is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Subaru Forester safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Subaru Forester specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style SUV

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 173 hp @ 6000 –
      230 hp @ 5600

    • Torque 166 lb-ft. –
      235 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.7 - 7.8 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 14.9 - 16.1 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 176.6 in

    • Width 68.3 in

    • Height 65 in

    • Wheelbase 99.4 in

    • Curb Weight 3090 lbs

    • GVWR 4150 lbs

    • Towing capacity 2400 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.4 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 93

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 15.9 gal

    • City 19 - 23 mpg

    • Combined 22 - 26 mpg

    • Highway 25 - 29 mpg

    • Highway range 397.5 - 461.1 mi



Specifications

2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Exterior length
176.60 in 176.60 in 176.60 in
Exterior body width
68.30 in 68.30 in 68.30 in
Exterior height
65.00 in 65.00 in 65.00 in
Horsepower
173 173 230
Torque
166 166 235
Fuel economy - city
22 mpg 23 mpg 19 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
29 mpg 28 mpg 25 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.80 seconds 7.60 seconds 6.70 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.10 seconds 15.70 seconds 14.90 seconds
1/4 mile speed
85 mph 81 mph 90 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.80
Slalom speed
60 mph 60 mph 60 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.92/3.11 " 3.92/3.11 " 3.92/3.11 "
Curb weight
3090.00 lbs 3095.00 lbs 3210.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4150.00 lbs 4150.00 lbs 4320.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
2400.00 lbs. 2400.00 lbs. 2400.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
99.40 in 99.40 in 99.40 in
Front track
58.90 " 58.90 " 58.90 "
Rear track
58.50 " 58.50 " 58.50 "
Turning radius
17.40 17.40 17.70
Front legroom
43.60 in 43.60 in 43.60 in
Rear legroom
33.70 in 33.70 in 33.70 in
Front headroom
39.80 in 39.00 in 39.00 in
Rear headroom
39.70 in 36.90 in 36.90 in
Front hip room
51.60 in 51.60 in 51.60 in
Rear hip room
51.60 in 51.60 in 51.60 in
Front shoulder room
53.50 in 53.50 in 53.50 in
Rear shoulder room
53.60 in 53.60 in 53.60 in
Luggage volume
32.00 cu.ft. 29.60 cu.ft. 29.60 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
57.70 cu.ft. 56.40 cu.ft. 56.40 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
93 cu.ft. 91 cu.ft. 91 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
15.90 gal. 15.90 gal. 15.90 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.36 0.36 0.37

Interior Features

2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
12V DC power outlet
3 3 3
Seatback storage pockets
1 1 1
Cargo Net - Pet Guard
4179 4179 4179

Exterior Features

2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st and 2nd row regular express open/close sliding glass 1st and 2nd row regular express open/close sliding glass 1st and 2nd row regular express open/close sliding glass
Front tires
P215/60HR16.0 RBL M+S P215/60HR16.0 RBL M+S P215/60HR16.0 RBL M+S
Wheels
16" silver styled steel 16" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum

Seats

2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Standard seating
5 5 5

Entertainment System

2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Speakers
4 4 7
Amplifier
100W 120W 120W

Safety and Security Features

2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive

Mechanical Features

2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Axle ratio
4.11 4.44 4.44
Automatic level control
4121 – –

Other Specs

2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive

2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Maximum towing capacity
2400 lbs. 2400 lbs. 2400 lbs.