2025–2026 Subaru Forester Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Subaru Forester model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Subaru Forester built from 2025 through 2026 — the SL (6th generation), compact crossover suv (subaru global platform, redesigned). 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 2025–2026 Subaru Forester

• 2025All-new SL-generation redesign, unveiled October 2024 for the 2025 model year; adds a factory Forester Hybrid (S:HEV) for the first time in the US; base horsepower rises slightly to 180
• 2026Carryover year; no major mechanical changes identified

What transmission fluid does a 2025–2026 Subaru Forester take?

Lineartronic CVT (non-hybrid) or e-CVT (Hybrid) with Subaru CVTF-HT.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2025–2026 Subaru Forester use?

Subaru Long Life Coolant (green, pre-mixed). First change at 11 years / 137,500 mi, then every 6 years / 75,000 mi..

What brake fluid does a 2025–2026 Subaru Forester take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.