2014–2018 Subaru Forester Battery Size (BCI Group and CCA)

Which Subaru Forester model years does this cover?

These battery specifications apply to every Subaru Forester built from 2014 through 2018 — the SJ (4th generation), compact crossover suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2014–2018 Subaru Forester

• 2014Full redesign: all-new SGP-adjacent platform, FA20DIT turbo replaces the EJ25 turbo and moves to the CVT, first EyeSight availability on Forester
• 2015Standard rearview camera added across all trims; 18-in wheels become available on the 2.5i
• 2016New touchscreen-based infotainment interface across the lineup, with a standard 6.2-in touchscreen on the base 2.5i trim
• 2017Facelift: revised front/rear styling, updated infotainment, LED headlight option on Touring
• 2018Final year of this generation

What size battery does a 2014–2018 Subaru Forester take?

BCI group 35. Group size is a physical dimension and terminal-position standard, so a battery from a different group may not clamp down or may put the terminals on the wrong side.

Does the 2014–2018 Subaru Forester need an AGM battery?

The factory battery is a conventional flooded type. AGM is a valid upgrade, but never downgrade from AGM to flooded.

Where is the battery on a 2014–2018 Subaru Forester?

Engine bay, driver side.

Does a 2014–2018 Subaru Forester need the battery registered after replacement?

Standard flooded Group 35 battery.