Subaru Forester 2019-Present

In its fifth generation since 2019, the Subaru Forester continues to uphold its reputation as a practical and rugged compact SUV. With a more modern and refined design, the Forester features a spacious interior, ample rear-seat legroom, and a sizeable cargo area, making it an excellent choice for families and outdoor adventures. The interior boasts higher-quality materials and an intuitive infotainment system, with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.

Safety is a key highlight in the 2019-Present Forester, with Subaru's EyeSight suite of driver assistance features now standard across all trim levels. This includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and pre-collision braking. The vehicle's all-wheel-drive system, standard in every model, ensures excellent traction and stability in various road conditions. The Subaru Forester remains a top pick for those who value practicality, safety, and off-road capability in a compact SUV.

Subaru Forester specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 2.0L 4-Cylinder  DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Oil capacity: 4.4 qt

Fuel

• Capacity: 16.6 gal (63 liters, 13.9 Imp gal)

Front differential gear oil

• Type: 
  • SUBARU Extra MT
  • API classification GL-5 (75W-90)
• Capacity: 1.4 US qt (1.3 liters, 1.1 lmp qt)

Rear differential gear oil

• Type: API classification GL-5
• Capacity: 0.8 US qt (0.8 liter, 0.7 Imp qt)

Manual transmission

• Type: 
  • SUBARU Extra MT
  • API classification GL-5 (75W-90)
• Capacity: 3.5 US qt (3.3 liters, 2.9 Imp qt)

Continuously variable transmission fluid (CVT models)

• Capacity: 12.7 US qt (12.0 liters, 10.6 lmp qt

Brake fluid

• Type: FMVSS No. 116, DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid

Clutch fluid (MT models)

• Type: FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid

Engine coolant

• Type: SUBARU Super Coolant
• Capacity: 9.0 US qt (8.5 liters, 7.5 lmp qt)

Powertrain

Engine

• Gasoline:
  • 1.8 L CB18 H4 turbo
  • 2.0 L FB20 H4
  • 2.5 L FB25 DI H4
• Gasoline hybrid:
  • 2.0 L FB20D e-BOXER H4

Transmission

•     Lineartronic CVT

Fuel Consumption

Front Lights

• Daytime Running Light Bulb: LED
• Front Fog Light Bulb: H16
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 2825
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7444NA
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: LED
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb: LED

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb: LED
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• License Plate Light Bulb: 2825
• Parking Light Bulb: 7444NA
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: LED
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA
• Tail Light Bulb: LED

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Interior Door Light Bulb: 2825
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: 912
• Map Light Bulb: LED