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2002 Subaru Forester

US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD

The 2002 Subaru Forester is listed in the US market as a suv 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.5L 4-cylinder
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
21 MPG US (11.2 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
Not available
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine2.5L 4-cylinder
Displacement2.5 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
City19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Highway25 mpg (9.4 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 18, 2026.

  • 02V282000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD. WHEN THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER IS PLACED IN THE "P" (PARK) POSITION, THE TRANSMISSION PARK MECHANISM, THAT IS INTENDED TO HOLD YOUR VEHICLE, MAY NOT ENGAGE.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING ROD ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION JANUARY 8, 2003. AN INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE SENT DURING NOVEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN…

    Reported October 30, 2002. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 18, 2026

Data verified: October 18, 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2002 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 2002 Subaru Forester?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2002 Subaru Forester front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2002 Subaru Forester?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 18, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.