Compare 2019 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 $24,295 to $34,295, 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 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Subaru Forester boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 33 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 71.50mm x 182.10mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2019 Subaru Forester
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Fuel Tank: 16.6 gal
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Wheelbase: 105.1 in
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MPG: 26 city/33 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
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Ground clearance: 8.7 in
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Engine: 2.5L H-4
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Curb: 3449 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 182.1 x 71.5 x 67.5
2019 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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Engine 2.5L H-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 182 hp @ 1959
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Torque 176 lb-ft. @ 4,400
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Transmission Lineartronic 7-spd CVT w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.5 sec
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1/4 mile time 16.9 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 182.1 in
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Width 71.5 in
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Height 67.5 in
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Wheelbase 105.1 in
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Curb Weight 3449 lbs
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GVWR 4900 lbs
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Towing capacity 1000 lbs
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Ground clearance 8.7 in
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Turning radius 17.7 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 35.4 ft
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Cargo capacity 76.1 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 16.6 gal
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City 26 mpg
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Combined 30 mpg
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Highway 33 mpg
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Highway range 547.8 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 36/36,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Exterior length | |||
| 182.1 in | 182.1 in | 182.1 in | 182.1 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 71.5 in | 71.5 in | 71.5 in | 71.5 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 67.5 in | 68.1 in | 68.1 in | 68.1 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 182 hp | 182 hp | 182 hp | 182 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 176 lb-ft. | 176 lb-ft. | 176 lb-ft. | 176 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3449 lbs | 3516 lbs | 3531 lbs | 3541 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4900 lbs | 4900 lbs | 4900 lbs | 4900 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 105.1 in | 105.1 in | 105.1 in | 105.1 in |
| Turning radius | |||
| 17.7 '' | 17.7 '' | 17.7 '' | 17.7 '' |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 43.3 in | 43.3 in | 43.3 in | 43.3 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 41 in | 40 in | 40 in | 40 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 40 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 58 in | 58 in | 58 in | 58 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 57 in | 57 in | 57 in | 57 in |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 16.6 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Exterior length |
| 182.1 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 71.5 in |
| Exterior height |
| 68.1 in |
| Horsepower |
| 182 hp |
| Torque |
| 176 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight |
| 3588 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 4900 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 105.1 in |
| Turning radius |
| 17.7 '' |
| Ground clearance |
| 8.7 in |
| Front legroom |
| 43.3 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 39.4 in |
| Front headroom |
| 40 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 38 in |
| Front hip room |
| 54 in |
| Rear hip room |
| 54 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 58 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 57 in |
| Fuel tank |
| 16.6 gal. |
Interior Features
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | automatic | automatic | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| urethane | urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |||
| digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog | digital/analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Fuel door release | |||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | power | power | – |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
| Lighter elements | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Auxiliary visors | |||
| dual | dual | dual | dual |
Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Air conditioning, front |
| dual zone automatic |
| Clock |
| in-dash |
| Cupholders |
| front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim |
| leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 3 |
| Overhead console |
| mini with storage |
| Floor console |
| full |
| Floor mats |
| carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows |
| power |
| Rear windows |
| power |
| 1-touch window up |
| driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down |
| driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation |
| digital/analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror |
| auto-dimming day-night |
| Fuel door release |
| mechanical |
| Remote trunk release |
| power |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
| Steering wheel material |
| leather/metal-look |
| Lighter elements |
| front |
| Auxiliary visors |
| dual |
Exterior Features
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Antenna | |||
| integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof |
| Body material | |||
| galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| with chrome bar | with chrome bar | black | chrome |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| liftgate | liftgate | liftgate | power liftgate |
| Tinted windows | |||
| deep | deep | deep | – |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| 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 | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | lip | lip | – |
| Wheels | |||
| 17 silver steel | 17 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 18 black aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
| Rear window wipers | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Mirrors, auto dimming | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Antenna |
| integrated roof |
| Body material |
| galvanized steel/aluminum |
| Paint |
| clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim |
| chrome |
| Fog/driving lights |
| front |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
| power liftgate |
| Tinted windows |
| deep |
| Rear window type |
| fixed |
| Mirrors |
| power remote driver, power remote w/tilt down passenger |
| Sunroof |
| 1st and 2nd row regular express open/close sliding glass |
| Spoiler |
| lip |
| Wheels |
| 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel |
| compact steel |
| Rear window wipers |
| variable intermittent |
| Mirrors, auto dimming |
| driver and passenger |
| Bodyside insert |
| metal-look |
Seats
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver | driver | driver | – |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |||
| cloth | cloth | premium cloth | leather |
Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Front seat type |
| bucket |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Lumbar support |
| driver |
| Front armrests |
| center |
| Front head restraints |
| adjustable w/tilt |
| Heated front seats |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
| driver |
| Rear seats |
| 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints |
| 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim |
| leather |
Entertainment System
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Radio | |||
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player | |||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers | |||
| 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | |||
| 576W | 576W | – | – |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | – | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Radio |
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player |
| in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers |
| 9 harman/kardon |
| Amplifier |
| 576W |
| Navigation system |
| yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 2 |
Safety and Security Features
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam |
| Exterior light control | |||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | – | – |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Airbags, knee protection | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Lane departure warning | |||
| EyeSight Lane Keep Assist | EyeSight Lane Keep Assist | EyeSight Lane Keep Assist | EyeSight Lane Keep Assist |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
| STARLINK Safety and Security | STARLINK Safety and Security | STARLINK Safety and Security | STARLINK Safety and Security |
Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Airbags, frontal |
| driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact |
| seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain |
| curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control |
| ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| front |
| Headlights |
| LED low/high beam |
| Exterior light control |
| fully automatic |
| Door curb lights |
| 2 |
| Remote keyless entry |
| keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks |
| power with 2 stage unlock |
| Airbags, knee protection |
| driver |
| Lane departure warning |
| EyeSight Lane Keep Assist |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
| STARLINK Safety and Security |
Mechanical Features
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Engine | |||
| 2.5L H-4 | 2.5L H-4 | 2.5L H-4 | 2.5L H-4 |
| Recommended fuel | |||
| regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | regular | regular |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| double wishbone | double wishbone | double wishbone | double wishbone |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Transmission | |||
| Lineartronic 7-spd CVT w/OD | Lineartronic 7-spd CVT w/OD | Lineartronic 7-spd CVT w/OD | Lineartronic 7-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.70 | 3.70 | 3.70 | 3.70 |
| 4WD shift | |||
| electronic | electronic | electronic | electronic |
Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Engine |
| 2.5L H-4 |
| Recommended fuel |
| regular unleaded |
| Brakes |
| 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| 4-wheel |
| Drive type |
| all-wheel drive |
| Exhaust |
| stainless steel |
| Steering |
| rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning |
| regular |
| Front suspension type |
| strut |
| Front shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Front springs |
| coil |
| Rear suspension type |
| double wishbone |
| Rear shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs |
| coil |
| Transmission |
| Lineartronic 7-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio |
| 3.70 |
| 4WD shift |
| electronic |
Other Specs
Base 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive |
Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 35.4 cu.ft. | 33.0 cu.ft. | 33.0 cu.ft. | 33.0 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 76.1 cu.ft. | 70.9 cu.ft. | 70.9 cu.ft. | 70.9 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |||
| 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| H-4 | H-4 | H-4 | H-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 5,800 | 5,800 | 5,800 | 5,800 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4,400 | 4,400 | 4,400 | 4,400 |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 26 City / 33 Hwy | 26 City / 33 Hwy | 26 City / 33 Hwy | 26 City / 33 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P225/60HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/60HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS | P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Bodyside moldings | |||
| body-colored | body-colored | body-colored | body-colored |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. |
Touring 4dr All-wheel Drive |
| Luggage capacity |
| 33.0 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity |
| 70.9 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size |
| 2.5 liters |
| Base engine type |
| H-4 |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 5,800 |
| Torque rpm |
| 4,400 |
| EPA mileage estimates |
| 26 City / 33 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights |
| front |
| Lighting - dome light |
| fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts |
| front |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) |
| 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) |
| 60/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Tires |
| P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| variable intermittent |
| Bodyside moldings |
| body-colored |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 1,500 lbs. |
