Release date for the 2021 Forester at Planet Subaru: September, 2020. Subaru
introduces an all-new Forester every five years (with a "mid-cycle
refresh" in the fourth year). The generation on sale now was introduced
for the 2019 model year. Subaru makes very few changes in the third
year of the product cycle because the car is still contemporary and
state-of-the-art.
Subaru announced only two changes for 2021:
LED Steering Responsive Headlights and High Beam Assist now standard on all trim levels
Rear Seatbelt Reminder Now Standard
More information about the 2021 Forester:
Subaru sharpens the focus on visibility features for the 2021 Forester.
The Base and Premium trims gain Steering Responsive LED headlights along
with High Beam Assist. These features had previously been standard only
on the Limited and Touring trims.
The Forester also adds a Rear Seatbelt Reminder this year as standard
equipment. Now all passengers are reminded to buckle up before their
journey with an audio and visual warning from the instrument cluster.
All Forester models are powered by a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine teamed with a Lineartronic®
CVT and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. The direct-injection engine
produces 182 hp and 176 lb-ft of torque. The Forester is a highly
efficient SUV, delivering up to 33 mpg EPA-estimated highway fuel
economy. The compact SUV also offers up to 1,500-lb. towing capacity and
features standard Trailer Stability Assist.
Also standard across the Forester model line is Subaru EyeSight Driver
Assist Technology. The award-winning system includes Adaptive Cruise
Control; Pre-Collision Braking; Pre-Collision Throttle Management; Lane
Departure and Sway Warning; and Lead Vehicle Start Alert.
Introducing the 2021 Forester
The 2021 Forester (Base) MSRP starts at $24,795 and continues the model's
notoriety for value with a long list of standard features including
power windows, door locks, and side mirrors; dual USB ports in the front
center console; multi-function display; remote keyless entry; and
combination meter with color LCD.
Also standard on Base is the SUBARU STARLINK™ 6.5-inch Multimedia Plus
system with high-resolution touchscreen, smartphone integration with
Apple CarPlay™, Android™ Auto and Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio streaming connectivity as well as SiriusXM® and a CD player.
An option package upgrades the base model with 17-inch aluminum alloy
wheels in silver finish plus roof rails for an MSRP of $600.
2021 Forester Premium
The 2021 Forester Premium, with an MSRP from $27,795, adds a considerable
upgrade over the Base in comfort, convenience and available tech. The
standard All-Weather Package includes heated front seats, heated
exterior mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer. The Premium also adds a
10-way power driver's seat with power lumbar support; 17-inch aluminum
alloy wheels in black with machine finish; roof rails; dark tint privacy
glass; and a panoramic power moonroof.
New for 2021, the Premium comes with Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and fog lights as standard equipment.
For improved off-pavement performance, the Forester Premium trim features standard X-MODE®
with Hill Descent Control. The Premium trim's interior is upgraded with
a leather-wrapped steering wheel with silver stitching; center dash
panel trim in black with silver metallic finish; high-grade combination
meter with color LCD; high-grade multi-function display, and chrome
inner door handles.
The Premium offers a single option package that includes Blind-Spot
Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and a
Power Rear Gate with automatic close & height memory. The MSRP for
the package is $1,095.
Forester Sport
With a starting MSRP of $29,395, the 2021 Forester Sport offers unique
exterior and interior elements for a youthful and rugged appearance as
well as enhanced standard equipment over the Premium.
For 2021, the Sport adds Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist
and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert to its standard equipment list; this safety
system was formerly optional.
The exterior of the Sport trim is adorned with exclusive gloss black
trim as well as black-finish 18-inch wheels and a black rear roof
spoiler. Orange accents are featured on the side and front lower
valances and roof rail mounts. An orange SPORT badge adds a striking yet
complementary contrast on the rear of the vehicle.
The exclusive Sport interior features a unique dark gray material with orange stitching and accents throughout the cabin.
In addition, the Sport trim features Dual X-MODE for increased capability in a wider range of conditions.
A single option package is available for the 2021 Sport that includes
Reverse Automatic Braking; SUBARU STARLINK 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus
system; Harman Kardon® premium sound system; and a Power Rear Gate. The option package has a MSRP of $1,645.
Forester Limited
With an MSRP starting at $31,395, the 2021 Forester Limited includes all features from
the Premium and is visually distinguished with 18-inch aluminum alloy
wheels in black with machine finish; exterior mirrors in matching body
color with integrated turn signals, and chrome accent trim for the fog
lights.
The 2021 Forester Limited joins the Sport and Touring trims in featuring a 7-speed manual mode for the Lineartronic® CVT (continuously variable transmission).
The Limited comes standard with Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change
Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Its roster of added amenities
includes STARLINK 8-inch Multimedia Plus; perforated leather-trimmed
upholstery; silver metallic with gloss black finish center dash panel
trim; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift lever handle; dual-zone
automatic climate control with voice-activated controls; dual USB ports
in the rear center console, and a power rear gate with auto close and
height memory.
The Limited offers a single option package with Reverse Automatic
Braking, STARLINK 8-inch Multimedia with Navigation powered by TomTom®, Harman Kardon speaker system and a Heated Steering Wheel. The MSRP of this robust package is $1,695.
Forester Touring
Continuing as the top of the model line, the 2021 Forester Touring MSRP is $34,895. The Touring includes the full list of standard and
optional features from the Limited and adds the innovative DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System.
The exterior of the Touring is distinguished by unique 18-inch alloy
wheels in black with machine finish; chrome exterior door handles; satin
chrome exterior folding mirrors with integrated turn signals, and LED
fog lights with chrome trim. This flagship trim level also has silver
metallic finish mounts on the roof rails and and a silver finish on the
front, rear and side valences as well as chrome badges.
The Forester Touring cabin offers a choice of exclusive Black or Saddle
Brown perforated leather trimmed upholstery; 10-way power driver's seat
with 2-position memory (includes power lumbar support); 8-way power
front passenger seat, and heated rear seats. LEDs are used for
cargo-area and dome lights with off-delay, as well as the rear gate.
| 2021 Subaru Forester |
| Trim |
Transmission |
Applicable Options |
MSRP |
MSRP + Destination & Delivery ($1,050) |
| Forester |
CVT |
01, 02 |
$24,795 |
$25,845 |
| Forester Premium |
CVT |
11, 15 |
$27,795 |
$28,845 |
| Forester Sport |
CVT |
21, 24 |
$29,395 |
$30,445 |
| Forester Limited |
CVT |
31, 32 |
$31,395 |
$32,445 |
| Forester Touring |
CVT |
41 |
$34,895 |
$35,945 |
| 2021 Subaru Forester Option Packages |
| Forester |
| CODE 01: Standard Model |
N/A |
| CODE 02: Alloy Wheel Package + Roof Rails |
$600 |
| Forester Premium |
| CODE 11: Standard Model |
N/A |
CODE 15: BSD/RCTA + Power
Rear Gate |
$1,095 |
| Forester Sport |
|
| CODE 21: Standard Model |
N/A |
CODE 24: RAB + 8-inch Multimedia Plus + Harman
Kardon Amp & speakers + Power Rear Gate |
$1,645 |
| Forester Limited |
| CODE 31: Standard Model |
N/A |
| CODE 32: RAB + 8-inch Multimedia with Nav + Harman Kardon Amp & speakers + Heated Steering Wheel |
$1,695 |
| Forester Touring |
| CODE 41: Standard Model |
N/A |
Forester Links:
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Foresters through the years:
2019 and up
| The
first Forester built on Subaru's "Global Platform," handling agility
improves and cabin noise decreases. It's Subaru's safer-ever Forester,
loaded with technology including first-in-its-class DriverFocus, a driver-distraction mitigation system. Eyesight active safety suite is standard. Horsepower increases to 182 and fuel economy lifts to 33mpg highway.
|
2014 through 2018
|
Slightly larger inside and out than the generation it replaces, Subaru literally cannot build enough to satisfy demand as their factories are running extra shifts. Introducing a continuously variable transmission lifted fuel economy to 32 mpg from 27. Other new features include the Eyesight driver assistance system, power tailgate, and X-Mode traction control. Outward visibility remains tops in the industry.
|
 2009 through 2013
|
Prior
Foresters felt a little cramped, but sales took off with this larger
Forester, bigger than its predecessor in every dimension. Subaru poured on the technology, with standard Vehicle Dynamics Control and six airbags. Optional equipment included touchscreen navigation and Bluetooth.
|
 2003 through 2008
|
Size
remained the same, but Subaru modernized everything. Side air bags
became standard on every model, the interior moved upscale, ride quality
improved, and appearance moved from utilitarian to stylish.
|
1998 through 2002
|
Subaru created the Forester on the Impreza platform, installing a square body and bigger engine. Along with the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V
(both introduced in 1997), Subaru pioneered the "Small Crossover"
segment. It combined the ride height, style, and versatility of a
truck-based SUV without the poor fuel economy and sloppy handling. |
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