2019–2024 SK (5th generation)
2019–2024 Subaru Forester Specifications
Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the 2019–2024 Subaru Forester, by engine and drivetrain.
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Key specifications for the 2019–2024 Subaru Forester, by engine and drivetrain.
2019–2024 Subaru Forester key specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 26 city / 33 hwy (2.5i CVT) |
| Curb weight | 3,449 lbs |
| Key fob battery | CR2032 (push-button-start smart key, standard across this generation) |
2019–2024 Subaru Forester engines
| Engine | Trims | Power | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cylinder (FB25D, direct-injected) | Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, Touring, Wilderness (2022+) | 182 hp | Regular 87 octane |
Which Subaru Forester model years does this cover?
These specs specifications apply to every Subaru Forester built from 2019 through 2024 — the SK (5th generation), compact crossover suv (subaru global platform). 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 2019–2024 Subaru Forester
- 2019Generation launch on the Subaru Global Platform; direct-injected FB25D replaces the port-injected FB25; no turbo XT offered in the US; EyeSight standard
- 2022Wilderness trim introduced with raised suspension, all-terrain tires, and additional underbody protection
- 2024Final model year of this generation before the SL redesign
2019–2024 Subaru Forester specs: common questions
What does a 2019–2024 Subaru Forester weigh?
- About 3,449 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo.
What gas mileage does a 2019–2024 Subaru Forester get?
- 26 city / 33 hwy (2.5i CVT) on the EPA cycle.
Sources
- Wikipedia, Subaru Forester generations (SK)
- AMSOIL lookup, 2020 Forester 2.5L FB25D oil spec/capacity
- subaruforester.org, FB25DI correct oil level / capacity discussion (4.4 qt per owner's manual)
- Subaru Service Bulletin 09-119-24, Thermo Control Valve Warranty Extension (2019-21MY Forester)
- Reddit r/SubaruForester, Subaru now covering TCV issues for 2019+ models
- classaction.org, Subaru windshield settlement given preliminary approval
- classaction.org, Subaru lawsuit: 2019–2025 vehicles, parasitic battery drain (Taylor v. Subaru)
- Reddit r/subaru, 2019–2020 CVT warranty extension to 10 yr/100k thread
- Reddit r/subaru, 2019 Forester front brake rotor sizes (294/316mm front, 285mm rear)
- tirecalculatorhub.com, Subaru Forester OEM tire size guide by year
- wiperhaus.com, 2024 Subaru Forester windshield wiper blade size