Subaru Forester Specifications: Full Technical Details

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Subaru Forester is a practical C-segment SUV distinguished by its symmetrical all-wheel drive as standard, excellent visibility, and strong EyeSight safety suite — making it a favourite for safety-conscious families. This page lists the generations sold in Malaysia, newest first.

Current Generation (2024-Present)

The current Forester in Malaysia (SK/SJ, 2018–present) uses a 2.0-litre or 2.5-litre Boxer naturally aspirated four-cylinder, with Lineartronic CVT and symmetrical all-wheel drive. The 2024/2025 model carries the 2.0i-L EyeSight or 2.5i-S EyeSight.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 5-DOOR SUV
Segment C-SEGMENT SUV
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission Lineartronic CVT
Drive Symmetrical all-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,995–2,498 cc
Engine type2.0L FB20 / 2.5L FB25 Boxer NA I4
Peak power113–136 kW (152–184 hp)
Peak torque196–245 Nm
TransmissionLineartronic CVT
Driven wheelsSymmetrical all-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,625–4,640 × 1,815–1,820 × 1,730–1,735 mm mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm
Kerb weight1,544 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank63 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)≈8.0 L/100km (city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)≈6.5 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesSolid disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone
SteeringRack and pinion (electric power steering)
Front tyres225/55 R18

Previous Generation (2018-2024)

The 2018-2024 Subaru Forester is powered by a Naturally Aspirated; Naturally Aspirated Multipoint Fuel Injection; Multi Point F/INJ engine producing 110–177 kW and 196–350 Nm, paired with CVT. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON & 4-DOOR SUV & SUV
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission CVT
Drive All-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,995–1,998 cc
Engine typeNaturally Aspirated; Naturally Aspirated Multipoint Fuel Injection; Multi Point F/INJ
Peak power110–177 kW
Peak torque196–350 Nm
TransmissionCVT
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,595–4,625 × 1,795–1,815 × 1,730–1,735 mm mm
Wheelbase2,640–2,670 mm
Kerb weight1,519–1,641 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank60–63 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)≈8.5 L/100km (city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)≉6.8 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc; Ventilated disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres225/60 R17; 225/55 R18

Earlier Generation (2012-2018)

The 2012-2018 Subaru Forester is powered by a Multi Point F/INJ; Turbo Direct F/INJ; Naturally Aspirated engine producing 110–177 kW and 196–350 Nm, paired with CVT; 4-speed automatic. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission CVT; 4-speed automatic
Drive All-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,994–2,498 cc
Engine typeMulti Point F/INJ; Turbo Direct F/INJ; Naturally Aspirated
Peak power110–177 kW
Peak torque196–350 Nm
TransmissionCVT; 4-speed automatic
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,595–4,610 × 1,795 × 1,700–1,735 mm mm
Wheelbase2,615–2,640 mm
Kerb weight1,485–1,641 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank60 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)≈9.0 L/100km (city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)≉7.5 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc; Disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres225/60 R17; 225/55 R18; 215/65 R16 +1 more

Earlier Generation (2008-2012)

The 2008-2012 Subaru Forester is powered by a Turbo MPFI engine producing 110–195 kW and 196–378 Nm, paired with 4-speed automatic; 6-speed manual; 5-speed manual. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 4-speed automatic; 6-speed manual; 5-speed manual
Drive All-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,994–2,457 cc
Engine typeTurbo MPFI
Peak power110–195 kW
Peak torque196–378 Nm
Transmission4-speed automatic; 6-speed manual; 5-speed manual
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,600 × 1,795 × 1,735 mm mm
Wheelbase2,525–2,615 mm
Kerb weight1,405–1,560 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank60 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)≈10.0 L/100km (city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)≉8.0 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc; Solid disc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut; Strut system independent suspension
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone; Strut system independent suspension
SteeringPower steering (rack & pinion); Rack and pinion
Front tyres215/65 R16; 225/55 R17; 215/55 R17 +1 more

Earlier Generation (2002-2008)

The 2002-2008 Subaru Forester is powered by a Turbo MPFI engine producing 125–195 kW and 240–378 Nm, paired with 4-speed automatic; 6-speed manual; 5-speed manual. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON & 4-DOOR SUV
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 4-speed automatic; 6-speed manual; 5-speed manual
Drive All-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,994–2,457 cc
Engine typeTurbo MPFI
Peak power125–195 kW
Peak torque240–378 Nm
Transmission4-speed automatic; 6-speed manual; 5-speed manual
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,560 × 1,780 × 1,715 mm mm
Wheelbase2,525–2,615 mm
Kerb weight1,405–1,535 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank60 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)≈11.0 L/100km (city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)≉8.5 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesSolid disc; Ventilated disc
Front suspensionStrut system independent suspension; MacPherson strut
Rear suspensionStrut system independent suspension; Multi-link
SteeringRack and pinion; Power steering (rack & pinion)
Front tyres215/55 R17; 225/45 R18; 215/60 R16 +1 more

Earlier Generation (1997-2002)

The 1997-2002 Subaru Forester is powered by a Turbo MPFI engine producing 125 kW and 240 Nm, paired with 4-speed automatic. It seats 5.

Quick Specs Snapshot

Body 4-DOOR WAGON
Segment MEDIUM SUV
Seats 5
Fuel PETROL
Transmission 4-speed automatic
Drive All-wheel drive

Engine & Performance

Engine displacement1,994 cc
Engine typeTurbo MPFI
Peak power125 kW
Peak torque240 Nm
Transmission4-speed automatic
Driven wheelsAll-wheel drive

Dimensions & Weight

L × W × H4,450 × 1,735 × 1,715 mm mm
Wheelbase2,525 mm
Kerb weight1,460 kg

Capacities & Efficiency

Fuel tank60 L
Seats5
Fuel economy (city)≈12.0 L/100km (city estimate)
Fuel economy (highway)≉9.5 L/100km (highway estimate)

Fuel figures are a summary — see the full breakdown on the Fuel Consumption page.

Chassis, Brakes & Suspension

Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc
Front suspensionMacPherson strut
Rear suspensionMulti-link
SteeringRack and pinion
Front tyres215/60 R16

Model Timeline / Generations

Generations Overview

Gen. Years Engine Power Variants
Current Generation (2024-Present) 2024–Present 2.0–2.5 L 113–136 kW (152–184 hp) Not available
Previous Generation (2018-2024) 2018–2024 2.0–2.0 L 110–177 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2012-2018) 2012–2018 2.0–2.5 L 110–177 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2008-2012) 2008–2012 2.0–2.5 L 110–195 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (2002-2008) 2002–2008 2.0–2.5 L 125–195 kW Not available
Earlier Generation (1997-2002) 1997–2002 2.0 L 125 kW Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the Subaru Forester have?
The current Subaru Forester uses a 2.0- or 2.5-litre Boxer naturally aspirated four-cylinder with Lineartronic CVT and symmetrical all-wheel drive as standard, with full EyeSight ADAS.
How many seats does the Subaru Forester have?
The Subaru Forester is a 5-seater, seating a driver and up to 4 passengers across two rows.
What are the dimensions of the Subaru Forester?
The Subaru Forester measures 4,625 mm long, 1,815 mm wide and 1,730 mm tall, with a 2,670 mm wheelbase.
How many generations has the Subaru Forester had in Malaysia?
Based on Mudah.my internal listing data, the Subaru Forester has had 6 generations sold in Malaysia.
Where can I find Subaru Forester for sale on Mudah.my?
Browse current Subaru Forester listings across Malaysia on Mudah.my — filter by variant, year, mileage and location to find the right one near you.