Compare 2009 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 $19,995 to $28,195, the Subaru Forester faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Buick Encore, Ford Escape.
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 24 to 27 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.10mm x 179.50mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2009 Subaru Forester
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Fuel Tank: 16.9 gal
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Wheelbase: 103 in
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MPG: 20 city/27 hwy
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0-60 mph: 8.5 sec
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Towing capacity: 2400 lbs
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Curb: 3250 lbs
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Tires: P215/65HR16.0 BSW AS
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 179.5 x 70.1 x 65.9
2009 Subaru Forester Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Subaru Forester is offered in 5 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
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Main Info
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Body Style SUV
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 170 hp –
224 hp -
Torque 170 lb-ft. –
226 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.9 - 8.5 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.3 - 16.7 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 179.5 in
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Width 70.1 in
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Height 65.9 in
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Wheelbase 103 in
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Curb Weight 3250 lbs
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GVWR 4480 lbs
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Towing capacity 2400 lbs
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 16.9 gal
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City 19 - 20 mpg
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Combined 22 - 24 mpg
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Highway 24 - 27 mpg
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Highway range 405.6 - 456.3 mi
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Specifications 
2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Exterior length | |||
| 179.50 in | 179.50 in | 179.50 in | 179.50 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 70.10 in | 70.10 in | 70.10 in | 70.10 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 65.90 in | 66.90 in | 66.90 in | 66.90 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 170 | 170 | 224 | 224 |
| Torque | |||
| 170 | 170 | 226 | 226 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 27 mpg | 26 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 8.50 seconds | 8.00 seconds | 6.90 seconds | 6.90 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 16.70 seconds | 15.90 seconds | 15.30 seconds | 15.30 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 83 mph | 80 mph | 85 mph | 85 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| 0.80 | 0.90 | 0.80 | 0.80 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 59 mph | 60 mph | 60 mph | 60 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.92/3.11 " | 3.92/3.11 " | 3.92/3.11 " | 3.92/3.11 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3250.00 lbs | 3300.00 lbs | 3440.00 lbs | 3440.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4480.00 lbs | 4480.00 lbs | 4525.00 lbs | 4525.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 103.00 in | 103.00 in | 103.00 in | 103.00 in |
| Front track | |||
| 60.20 " | 60.20 " | 60.20 " | 60.20 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 60.20 " | 60.20 " | 60.20 " | 60.20 " |
| Front legroom | |||
| 43.10 in | 43.10 in | 43.10 in | 43.10 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 38.00 in | 38.00 in | 38.00 in | 38.00 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 41.60 in | 40.00 in | 40.00 in | 40.00 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 40.40 in | 37.70 in | 37.70 in | 37.70 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 52.90 in | 52.90 in | 52.90 in | 52.90 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 52.70 in | 52.70 in | 52.70 in | 52.70 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 56.10 in | 56.10 in | 56.10 in | 56.10 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 55.60 in | 55.60 in | 55.60 in | 55.60 in |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 16.90 gal. | 16.90 gal. | 16.90 gal. | 16.90 gal. |
| Payload | |||
| 900 lbs. | 900 lbs. | 900 lbs. | 900 lbs. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.38 | 0.38 | 0.38 | 0.38 |
2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Exterior length |
| 179.50 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 70.10 in |
| Exterior height |
| 66.90 in |
| Horsepower |
| 170 |
| Torque |
| 170 |
| Fuel economy - city |
| 20 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway |
| 26 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
| 8.00 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time |
| 15.90 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed |
| 80 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) |
| 0.90 |
| Slalom speed |
| 60 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke |
| 3.92/3.11 " |
| Curb weight |
| 3300.00 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 4480.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 103.00 in |
| Front track |
| 60.20 " |
| Rear track |
| 60.20 " |
| Front legroom |
| 43.10 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 38.00 in |
| Front headroom |
| 40.00 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 37.70 in |
| Front hip room |
| 52.90 in |
| Rear hip room |
| 52.70 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 56.10 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 55.60 in |
| Fuel tank |
| 16.90 gal. |
| Payload |
| 900 lbs. |
| Drag coefficient |
| 0.38 |
Interior Features
2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 3 |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
Exterior Features
2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 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 | 1st and 2nd row regular express open/close sliding glass |
| Front tires | |||
| P215/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 16" steel | 17" silver aluminum | 17" machined aluminum | 17" machined aluminum |
2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Sunroof |
| 1st and 2nd row regular express open/close sliding glass |
| Front tires |
| P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels |
| 17" silver aluminum |
Seats
2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
Entertainment System
2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Speakers | |||
| 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | – | – |
2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Speakers |
| 6 |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 1 |
Safety and Security Features
2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Door curb lights |
| 2 |
Mechanical Features
2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 4.11 | 4.44 | 4.11 | 4.11 |
2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Axle ratio |
| 4.44 |
Other Specs
2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive |
2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 2400 lbs. | 2400 lbs. | 2400 lbs. | 2400 lbs. |
2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 2400 lbs. |
