1998 Subaru Forester
US · Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD
The 1998 Subaru Forester is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.5L 4-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 20, 2026.
99V040000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). (THE 1999 2.2 LITER LEGACY VEHICLES ARE EXCLUDED). IN EXTREMELY COLD WEATHER, THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE IS INCREASED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER.
Reported March 3, 1999. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 19, 2026
Data verified: October 20, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1999 Subaru Forester
SUV, Gasoline
2.5L 4-cylinder (SOHC) · AWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1998 Subaru Forester have?
2.5L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Subaru Forester?
Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1998 Subaru Forester front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1998 Subaru Forester?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 20, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.