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For those who like off-road confidence and an airy, roomy interior.

Why you'll love this Forester

Small crossover SUV that feels at home on the highway, with a power driver's seat.

Well equipped
Well equipped

30+ popular features like Power Seat(s), Panoramic Sunroof, Side Airbags.

Single Owner

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24 city/32 hwy

Miles Per Gallon

Blue

Exterior Color

Gray

Interior Color

All Wheel Drive

Drive Type

4-cyl, Gas, 2.5L

Engine

Automatic

Transmission

1,500 lbs

Towing Capacity (Max)

34.4 cu ft

Cargo Capacity

170

Horsepower

Vehicle Features and Specs

Features

Installed Upgrades
Bluetooth Technology
Universal Garage Door Opener
Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
CD Audio
Satellite Radio Ready
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
Interior
Panoramic Sunroof
Cloth Seats
Side Airbags
Overhead Airbags
Exterior
Full Roof Rack
Alloy Wheels
Daytime Running Lights
Mechanical
All Wheel Drive
Automatic Transmission
Key Specifications
All Wheel Drive
Drive Type
4-cyl, Gas, 2.5L
Engine
Blue
Exterior Color
Gray
Interior Color
24 city/32 hwy
Miles Per Gallon
Automatic
Transmission
Performance
15.9 gal
Fuel Capacity
170
Horsepower
174 ft-lbs
Torque
Measurements
34.4 cu ft
Cargo Capacity
180.9" x 70.7" x 68.2"
Dimensions (L x W x H)
41.4"
Driver Head Room
43"
Driver Leg Room
P225/60HR17
Front Tire Size (standard)
103.9"
Wheelbase
Trailering
1,500 lbs
Towing Capacity (Max)

for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5I Premium

Specs

Installed Upgrades
Bluetooth Technology
Universal Garage Door Opener
Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
CD Audio
Satellite Radio Ready
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
Interior
Panoramic Sunroof
Cloth Seats
Side Airbags
Overhead Airbags
Exterior
Full Roof Rack
Alloy Wheels
Daytime Running Lights
Mechanical
All Wheel Drive
Automatic Transmission
Key Specifications
All Wheel Drive
Drive Type
4-cyl, Gas, 2.5L
Engine
Blue
Exterior Color
Gray
Interior Color
24 city/32 hwy
Miles Per Gallon
Automatic
Transmission
Performance
15.9 gal
Fuel Capacity
170
Horsepower
174 ft-lbs
Torque
Measurements
34.4 cu ft
Cargo Capacity
180.9" x 70.7" x 68.2"
Dimensions (L x W x H)
41.4"
Driver Head Room
43"
Driver Leg Room
P225/60HR17
Front Tire Size (standard)
103.9"
Wheelbase
Trailering
1,500 lbs
Towing Capacity (Max)

for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5I Premium

Standard OEM Features

These are standard original equipment manufacturer features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5I Premium. All available options are not listed below and may vary by car.

  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
  • 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • Auto Off Aero-Composite Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps
  • Body-Colored Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
  • Cloth Upholstery
  • Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
  • Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
  • Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
  • Deep Tinted Glass
  • Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
  • Driver Knee Airbag
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Electric Power-Assist Steering
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • Engine Immobilizer
  • Engine: 2.5L 4 Cyl DOHC 16V w/VVT -inc: Active Valve Control System (AVCS) variable valve timing
  • Express Open/Close Sliding Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
  • Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster
  • Front Bucket Seats -inc: 10-way power driver's seat w/power lumbar support and passenger front seat back pocket
  • Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
  • Full-Time All-Wheel
  • Full-Time All-Wheel Drive
  • Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
  • Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Manual Air Conditioning
  • Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
  • Perimeter Alarm
  • Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
  • Power Door Locks
  • Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
  • Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Voice Activation
  • Radio: Subaru Starlink 7.0" Multimedia Plus System -inc: AM/FM stereo HD radio w/single-disc CD player w/MP3/WMA/CRR/RW file capability, multi touch gesture high resolution display, 7.0" LCD screen, voice activated controls, Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS), Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity, Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity, Bluetooth hands-free text messaging connectivity, iPod control capability, iTunes tagging capability, rear-vision camera, SiriusXM satellite radio (subscription required), smartphone integration: AHA, Pandora and MirrorLink, Starlink cloud applications: calender, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, music player, news and weather, dual USB port, 3.5mm auxiliary input jack, 6 speakers, roof mounted audio, satellite and connected services antenna and Subaru Starlink connected services StarLink enrollment cannot be applicable to Fleet Management Companies (FMCs) or to Commercial fleet accounts at this time.
  • Rear Child Safety Locks
  • Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
  • STARLINK Emergency Sos
  • Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
  • Tires: P225/60R17 98H All-Season
  • Transmission: Lineartronic CVT -inc: low shift mode
  • Trip Computer
  • Variable Intermittent Wipers
  • Wheels: 17" Alloy

Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control
Power Seat(s)
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Universal Garage Door Opener
Driver Assistance‡
Rear View Camera
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
Bluetooth Technology
CD Audio
Satellite Radio Ready
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo

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Customer rating

4.4/5

16 Reviews

5 star

75%

4 star

6%

3 star

13%

2 star

0%

1 star

6%

What Forester owners are saying
Summarized by Skye

The 2016 Subaru Forester stands out for its reliability, fuel economy, and spacious interior, though some customers cite cabin noise, limited power, and occasional maintenance issues. Key features like versatile AWD and modern technology provide strong performance, but certain issues like oil leaks and infotainment limitations could affect overall satisfaction.

Pros

Reliability

Fuel Economy

Interior Space

Cons

Cabin Noise

Fuel Economy

Power

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