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Subaru Forester MPG

MPG Number of Vehicles
13 miles per gallon 2 vehicles
14 miles per gallon 0 vehicles
15 miles per gallon 4 vehicles
16 miles per gallon 1 vehicles
17 miles per gallon 12 vehicles
18 miles per gallon 21 vehicles
19 miles per gallon 13 vehicles
20 miles per gallon 14 vehicles
21 miles per gallon 19 vehicles
22 miles per gallon 31 vehicles
23 miles per gallon 47 vehicles
24 miles per gallon 116 vehicles
25 miles per gallon 137 vehicles
26 miles per gallon 111 vehicles
27 miles per gallon 86 vehicles
28 miles per gallon 53 vehicles
29 miles per gallon 41 vehicles
30 miles per gallon 17 vehicles
31 miles per gallon 6 vehicles
32 miles per gallon 10 vehicles
33 miles per gallon 7 vehicles
34 miles per gallon 3 vehicles
Model Year Body/Powertrain MPG  
2018 2018 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 32.4
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With the 182-horsepower 2.5L H4 engine, CVT transmission, and all-wheel drive, the 2018 Subaru Forester has been averaging 32.4 MPG (miles per gallon).

The 2018 Subaru Foresters in this analysis were driven mostly on the highway at an average speed of 100 miles per hour (about 60 percent of the miles driven). The rest of the miles were in the city (10 percent), in the suburbs (0 percent), and in heavy traffic (0 percent).

In addition, the average 2018 Subaru Forester in this analysis was driven on flat terrain with a light foot and the AC on only some of the time.
2017 2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 20.49
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2016 2016 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 25.25
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2016 2016 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 27.74
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2015 2015 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 30.66
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2015 2015 4dr SUV turbocharged 237hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 24.62
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2014 2014 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 27.2
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2014 2014 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 28.81
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2014 2014 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 24
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2013 2013 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 25.4
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2013 2013 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 25.59
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2013.5 2013.5 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 28
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2011 2011 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 24.54
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2011 2011 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 24.9
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2011 2011 4dr SUV 148-hp 2.0L H4 5-sp manual AWD 26.1
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2010 2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 20.33
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2010 2010 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 24.15
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2010 2010 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 24.52
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2009 2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-sp manual AWD 16.76
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2009 2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 20.4
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2009 2009 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 24.23
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2009 2009 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 24.12
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2008 2008 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 24.9
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2008 2008 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 27.13
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2007 2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-sp manual AWD 20.44
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2007 2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 22.35
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2007 2007 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 25.21
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2007 2007 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 26.15
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2006 2006 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-sp manual AWD 21.95
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2006 2006 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 25.3
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2006 2006 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 25.47
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2006 2006 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 23.67
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2005 2005 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-sp manual AWD 21
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2005 2005 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 25.63
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2005 2005 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 24.02
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2004 2004 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-sp manual AWD 22.2
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2004 2004 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-sp shiftable CVT AWD 21.57
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2004 2004 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 27.33
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2004 2004 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 23.74
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2003 2003 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 25.32
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2003 2003 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 22.15
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2002 2002 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 25.94
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2002 2002 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 22.88
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2001 2001 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 6-sp manual AWD 27.26
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2001 2001 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 19.39
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2000 2000 4dr SUV 170-hp 2.5L H4 CVT AWD 21
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TrueDelta Reviews the Real Gas Mileage of the Subaru Forester

Subaru Forester Real Gas Mileage: Pros
YearComment
2014 Subaru's latest engines when paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) earn much better EPA numbers than their ancestors. The 2013 Forester rated only 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway. The 2014 checks in at 24/32, about as good as you'll find in a compact crossover with all-wheel-drive. The CR-V manages 22/30, the RAV-4 22/29. Only the Mazda CX-5 comes close, 25/31 or 24/30, depending on engine size (you want the larger one with the slightly lower EPA numbers). In suburban driving I observed trip computer averages of 23 to 27 once the engine was warmed up. But 15 for the first couple of miles--it was cold and snowy the week I had the car. (This big difference when the engine is warming up is typical, but something many people don't realize when comparing their winter averages with the EPA ratings.) Summer fuel economy should be better. see full Subaru Forester review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Real Gas Mileage of the Subaru Forester

Subaru Forester Real Gas Mileage: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2015 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD
I drive mainly around town and average 26 overall. On a highway drive, I get around 33. My previous vehicle was a 2009 Escape V6 AWD, this is a definite improvement on fuel economy. I could rarely get 30 on the highway. Typically around 27. see full Subaru Forester review
2014 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD
The suggested/promised MPG is pretty high and, while I haven't hit those numbers on average, I can say that I'm getting better mileage than I was getting in a smaller, non-AWD, non-SUV "sporty" car with a smaller engine. The built-in value of the vehicle is top notch... For the price, I got more equipment than I would have gotten on much of the competition...! A truly great value for the bucks....! see full Subaru Forester review
2014 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD
Gas mileage is excellent for a full-time AWD car. I averaged 27 in mixe driving. see full Subaru Forester review
2014 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
26.4 mpg isn't exactly the best ever, but for a very quick family car, it is hard to top. see full Subaru Forester review
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
I've been getting higher than expected fuel economy - around 28MPG, mostly highway see full Subaru Forester review
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
fuel milage around town is averaging 24 miles to the gallon, but it is still new and not being loaded. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
I am averaging 25 mpg in a mix of in-town and highway driving see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
better than most comparable rigs hi-way mileage even around town see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I am getting 27.5 mpg with 60% town driving, the rest in hilly country. Very impressed, and the car is not even broken in yet. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Saves over 40% compared to last SUV see full Subaru Forester review
Subaru Forester Real Gas Mileage: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD
Fuel economy isn't as great as I'd hoped, but better than the previous vehicle I had - which was smaller, lighter and got worse mileage. see full Subaru Forester review
2014 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD
Fuel econmy is OK in summer, again would be good vehicle for california. However in Canada where we get lots of cold weather fuel economy is very poor, in fact it is worse than my BMW, which has twice the horsepower and my Honda Van, what gives? Plus you are freezing inside in the winter see full Subaru Forester review
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Mileage is sub par. This Forester replaced a 2007 Ford Fusion all wheel drive. Same driving style, same route, same traffic- 2 mpg less than the V6 Fusion. see full Subaru Forester review
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Handling is so pleasant that sporty driving is quite fule consuming see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Only 20 mpg or so has been best fuel economy to date. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Fuel consumption in 63000Km: -city: on the average(rush hours and non rush hours) around 15l/100Km -highway: around 9-10l/100Km at 130Km/h, 18-20l/100Km at 200-210 Km/h - other paved roads including mountain paved roads: around 11-12l/100Km - off-road: 14-16l/100Km see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Fuel economy not as good as the CR-V, though the more powerful engine was the reason. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Some people look at the XT's ratings and think 19-24 is horrible AND you have to buy premium gas! Not me. Don't mind it one bit. Do the math: $3 extra over regular unleaded at the pump every fill-up, 4 times a month (although I fill up less), that's $12/month. Multiply by 12 months and you're looking at $144/year! That's nothing to pay for the fun added to your driving experience! Some people pay more than that for one nice dinner out! see full Subaru Forester review
2004 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4
5-speed manual AWD
Takes a lot of fuel and also require Super. Youve got to pay to play. see full Subaru Forester review
2004 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Fuel economy is hit or miss. I've seen anywhere from 14-20 in the city with no discernable difference in driving habits. On the highway I've seen anywhere from 19-26. Once again, with no discernable difference in driving style, speed, or weather. There is just no predictability. see full Subaru Forester review
 

Subaru Forester Gas Mileage (MPG)

Unlike other fuel economy surveys, TrueDelta's Real-World Gas Mileage Survey includes questions about how and where a car was driven. So you can get an idea of the Subaru Forester's real-world MPG based on how and where you drive a car.