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2022 Subaru Forester

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2022 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 (SIDI)
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
CVT
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 (SIDI)
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
CVT
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 (SIDI)
Displacement2.5 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

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

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionCVT
Gears7 to 8
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
City26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
Highway33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 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 15, 2026.

  • 23V755000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH

    Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2021 Crosstrek, 2022 Forester, 2021-2023 Legacy, and Outback vehicles. An insufficient weld may allow water to enter the inhibitor switch, causing it to fail.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the inhibitor switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WRQ-23.

    Reported November 9, 2023. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 11, 2026

Data verified: October 12, 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 2022 Subaru Forester have?

2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Subaru Forester?

Combined fuel economy is 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2022 Subaru Forester front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2022 Subaru Forester?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 15, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.