Compare the Subaru Forester 2023 CVT VS Subaru Forester 2021 2.5i
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
MSRP: 30995$
MSRP: 28995$
Features
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Body
Suv
Suv
Doors
4
4
Fuel
Gasoline Direct Injection
Gasoline Direct Injection
Transmission
CVT w/OD
CVT w/OD
Engine
2.5L DI Subaru Boxer 4-Cyl 16V DOHC w/VVT
2.5L DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Boxer DI
Emissions
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
G/km Of CO2 Emissions
192
192
Transmission
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
3.70
3.70
First Gear Ratio (:1)
3.60 - 0.75
3.60 - 0.75
Reverse Ratio (:1)
3.69
3.69
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
0.56
0.56
Trans Description Cont.
CVT w/OD
CVT w/OD
Trans Type
7
7
Vehicle
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
EPA Classification
Small SUV 4WD
Small SUV 4WD
Interior Dimensions
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Front Head Room
41.2 (in)
41.2 (in)
Front Hip Room
54.5 (in)
54.1 (in)
Front Leg Room
43.3 (in)
43.3 (in)
Front Shoulder Room
58.1 (in)
58.2 (in)
Passenger Capacity
5
5
Passenger Volume
111.6 (ft³)
111.9 (ft³)
Second Head Room
39.6 (in)
39.6 (in)
Second Hip Room
53.5 (in)
53.6 (in)
Second Leg Room
39.4 (in)
39.4 (in)
Second Shoulder Room
57.2 (in)
57.2 (in)
Weight Information
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Base Curb Weight
3474 (lbs)
3472 (lbs)
Total Option Weight
0.00 (lbs)
0.00 (lbs)
Mileage
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
EnerGuide Estimate - City
9 (L/100 km)
9 (L/100 km)
EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy
7.2 (L/100 km)
7.2 (L/100 km)
Trailering
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
150 (lbs)
150 (lbs)
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
1499 (lbs)
1499 (lbs)
Maximum Trailering Capacity
1499 (lbs)
1499 (lbs)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
150 (lbs)
150 (lbs)
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
1499 (lbs)
1499 (lbs)
Engine
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Displacement
2.5 L/152
2.5 L/152
Engine Type
Regular Unleaded H-4
Regular Unleaded H-4
Fuel System
Gasoline Direct Injection
Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
182 @ 5800
182 @ 5800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
176 @ 4400
176 @ 4400
Type
2.5L DI Subaru Boxer 4-Cyl 16V DOHC w/VVT -inc: Horizontally opposed, electronic throttle control null
2.5L DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Boxer DI -inc: Horizontally opposed, electronic throttle control, active valve control system, SI-drive and auto start stop null
Suspension
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Suspension Type - Front
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Strut
Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Tires
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Front Tire Size
P225/60HR17
P225/60HR17
Rear Tire Size
P225/60HR17
P225/60HR17
Spare Tire Size
Compact
Compact
Wheels
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Front Wheel Material
Steel
Steel
Front Wheel Size
17 X 7 (in)
17 X 7 (in)
Rear Wheel Material
Steel
Steel
Rear Wheel Size
17 X 7 (in)
17 X 7 (in)
Spare Wheel Material
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel Size
Compact (in)
Compact (in)
Steering
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
35.4 (ft)
35.4 (ft)
Brakes
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel
4-Wheel
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
4-Wheel Disc
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes
Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
11.6 (in)
11.6 (in)
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
11.2 (in)
11.2 (in)
Fuel Tank
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
63 (L)
63 (L)
Exterior Dimensions
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Height, Overall
68.1 (in)
68.1 (in)
Length, Overall
182.7 (in)
182.1 (in)
Liftover Height
28.6 (in)
28.6 (in)
Min Ground Clearance
8.7 (in)
8.7 (in)
Track Width, Front
61.6 (in)
61.6 (in)
Track Width, Rear
61.8 (in)
61.8 (in)
Wheelbase
105.1 (in)
105.1 (in)
Width, Max w/o mirrors
71.5 (in)
71.5 (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1
69.9 (in)
73.1 (in)
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2
35.7 (in)
35.7 (in)
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline
51.2 (in)
51.2 (in)
Cargo Box (Area) Height
32.2 (in)
34.8 (in)
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
43.3 (in)
43.3 (in)
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
74.2 (ft³)
76.1 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
31.2 (ft³)
31.1 (ft³)
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
31.2 (ft³)
31.1 (ft³)
Equipment
Mechanical
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
3.700 Axle Ratio
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
63 L Fuel Tank
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Double Wishbone Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
Engine: 2.5L DI Subaru Boxer 4-Cyl 16V DOHC w/VVT -inc: Horizontally opposed, electronic throttle control
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Full-Time All-Wheel
GVWR: 2,223 kgs (4,900 lbs)
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Permanent Locking Hubs
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control
Transmission: Lineartronic CVT -inc: electronically controlled multi-plate transfer clutch, X-mode, hill descent control, lock-up torque converter and shift lock
3.700 Axle Ratio
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
63 L Fuel Tank
Battery w/Run Down Protection
Double Wishbone Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine: 2.5L DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder Boxer DI -inc: Horizontally opposed, electronic throttle control, active valve control system, SI-drive and auto start stop
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
GVWR: 2,223 kgs (4,900 lbs)
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Permanent Locking Hubs
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control
Transmission: Lineartronic Continuously Variable -inc: lock-up torque converter, normal and manual mode, shift lock, Subaru symmetrical full-time all-wheel drive system w/electronically controlled multi-plate transfer clutch and X-mode
Exterior
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps
Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
Black Grille
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Deep Tinted Glass
Fixed Rear Window w/Variable Intermittent Wiper and Defroster
Front License Plate Bracket
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Roof Rack Rails Only
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: 225/60R17 All-Season
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Wheels: 17" x 7" Steel w/Wheel Covers
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps
Black Bodyside Cladding
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body-Coloured Front Bumper
Body-Coloured Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Body-Coloured Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Deep Tinted Glass
Fixed Rear Window w/Variable Intermittent Wiper and Defroster
Front License Plate Bracket
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
Grille w/Chrome Bar
Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
LED Brakelights
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Roof Rack Rails Only
Steel Spare Wheel
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Tires: 225/60R17 All-Season
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Wheels w/Silver Accents
Wheels: 17" x 7" Steel w/Wheel Covers
Entertainment
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Fixed Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Speed Compensated Volume Control
Radio: AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA Audio System -inc: 4-speaker system, 6.5" touch-screen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, integrated steering wheel audio controls, Radio Data System, SiriusXM satellite radio w/Travel Link (free 3-month trial subscription included), front dual USB ports, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity w/voice activation and Bluetooth streaming audio and auxiliary audio input in centre console
1 LCD Monitor In The Front
Fixed Antenna
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Speed Compensated Volume Control
Radio: AM/FM/CD/MP3/WMA Audio Sys w/6.5" Display -inc: 6.5" infotainment system w/high-resolution touch-screen display, STARLINK smartphone integration (including Aha radio), Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, front dual USB port/iPod control, auxiliary audio input (audio source in centre console), illuminated steering wheel-integrated audio controls, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity w/voice activation and streaming audio, Radio Data System, SiriusXM satellite radio (free 3-month subscription included) and 4-speakers
Interior
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
1 Seatback Storage Pocket
3 12V DC Power Outlets
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Door Trim Insert
Cloth Upholstery
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Digital/Analog Appearance
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Centre
Driver Seat
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front Centre Armrest
Front Cupholder
Front Heated Bucket Seats -inc: 2 settings for heat, 6-way manually-adjustable driver seat, 4-way manually-adjustable passenger seat and whiplash reducing removable head restraints w/height and tilt adjustment
Front Map Lights
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Immobilizer
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Locking Glove Box
Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Passenger Seat
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks
Power Rear Windows
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Fuel
Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Trip Computer
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Valet Function
1 Seatback Storage Pocket
3 12V DC Power Outlets
60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cargo Area Concealed Storage
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim
Cloth Door Trim Insert
Cloth Upholstery
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Seat
Engine Immobilizer
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Front Centre Armrest
Front Cupholder
Front Heated Bucket Seats -inc: high/low level settings for heat, 6-way manually adjustable driver seat, 4-way manually adjustable passenger seat and whiplash reducing front seats w/height and tilt adjustable head restraints
Front Map Lights
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Instrument Panel Bin, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Locking Glove Box
Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Outside Temp Gauge
Passenger Seat
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks
Power Rear Windows
Rear Cupholder
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Fuel
Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Systems Monitor
Trip Computer
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Valet Function
Safety
Subaru Forester 2023
CVT
Subaru Forester 2021
2.5i
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera w/Washer
Collision Mitigation-Front
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver Knee Airbag
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
EyeSight Lane Keep Assist Lane Departure Warning
EyeSight Lane Keep Assist Lane Keeping Assist
EyeSight Pre-Collision Braking
Lane Centring Assist
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Impact Beams
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Collision Mitigation-Front
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver Knee Airbag
Driver Monitoring-Alert
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
EyeSight Lane Keep Assist Lane Departure Warning
EyeSight Lane Keep Assist Lane Keeping Assist
EyeSight Pre-Collision Braking
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Centre 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Side Impact Beams