2025 Subaru Forester Premium Overview near Santa Maria, CA
2025 Subaru Forester shown above with available features.
By choosing the 2025 Subaru Forester Premium as your next vehicle, you’ll be setting yourself up for many years of enjoyable drives in the Santa Maria area should you plan to stay here long term. You can find the Forester here at Subaru of San Luis Obispo and get a more detailed look at its various features to see if it’s the right compact SUV for you.
Performance
A 2.5L SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder engine is what the Forester Premium relies on for generating its 180 horsepower and 178 lb.-ft of torque to surge forward. This powertrain is tied to the Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission that features a low shift mode for rides that will feel smooth and steady until you arrive at your desired destinations. The X-MODE® will also play a major role in performance by optimizing the engine output and transmission ratio among various other elements to provide you with greater traction when encountering more slippery surfaces. This SUV has a Hill Descent Control system as well, so you can tackle hills and slopes with greater reliability.
Cabin
Inside the 2025 Subaru Forester Premium is its 10-way power adjustable driver’s chair and a 4-way manually adjustable passenger seat that will aim to keep you and your copilot comfortable amidst your drives down Route 101. The customization will do a good job of catering to your searching preferences, but the heating component that also comes with these chairs is where they’ll truly shine. If you’re meeting family and friends at Waller Park for a picnic and barbecue, then load up all the supplies you’ll need by lowering the 60/40 folding rear seats to access the 69.1 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume of this model.
Technology
Your time spent behind the wheel of the 2025 Subaru Forester Premium will be kept lively with the many infotainment options that are provided by the SUBARU STARLINK® 11.6-inch multimedia plus touchscreen. Whether you’re enjoying a relaxing soundtrack or your favorite sports radio talk show, the 6-speaker sound system of the Forester Premium will provide a quality listening experience. When you’re on your lunch break and hanging out in the parking lot outside your place of work, you can still have access to a strong internet connection if you use the 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability1 that this vehicle provides. The dual-zone automatic climate control will also keep the cabin temperature at a comfortable level for you and your copilot while you enjoy the many more amenities that you’ll find in this compact SUV when you come to our dealership during business hours!
How Much Cargo Capacity Does the 2025 Subaru Forester Premium Provide?
- The 2025 Subaru Forester Premium has 69.1 cubic ft. of maximum cargo volume when the rear seats are folded down.
Additional Vehicle Information
Crash-Test Ratings
2025 Subaru Forester SUV AWD
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Current Inventory
There are currently no 2025 Subaru Forester AWD Premium 4dr Crossover for Sale in inventory
Disclaimer
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Based on EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
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- Features
- Specs
- Packages
Features
Features
- Comfort
- Safety
- Exterior
- Technology
- Mechanical
- Interior
Comfort
Comfort Features
| Dash trim | leatherette |
| Center console trim | leatherette |
| Shift knob trim | simulated leather |
| Floor mat material | carpet |
| Steering wheel trim | leather |
| Door trim | cloth |
| Interior accents | metallic-tone |
| Armrests | rear folding, rear center with cupholders |
| Floor mats | rear, front |
| Floor material | carpet |
Convenience Features
| Center console | organizer tray, front console with armrest and storage, illuminated |
| Wireless charging station | front |
| Adaptive stop and go cruise control | semi-automatic |
| Autonomous lane guidance | lane centering |
| Power outlet(s) | USB front, USB-C front, USB rear, USB-C rear, 12V cargo area, 12V front |
| Cupholders | front, rear |
| Steering wheel | tilt and telescopic |
| Adaptive cruise control | |
| One-touch windows | 2 |
| Cargo cover | retractable |
| Reading lights | front, rear |
| Power steering | variable/speed-proportional |
| Cargo area light | |
| Multi-function remote | panic alarm, proximity entry system, trunk release |
| Power windows | lockout button |
| Courtesy lights | door |
| Overhead console | front |
| Steering wheel mounted controls | audio, cruise control, phone, multi-function, voice control |
| Rearview mirror | manual day/night |
| Push-button start | |
| Vanity mirrors | dual illuminating |
| Assist handle | rear, front |
| Storage | in floor, front seatback, grocery bag holder, cargo tie-down anchors and hooks, sunglasses holder, door pockets |
Air Conditioning
| Front air conditioning | automatic climate control |
| Front air conditioning zones | dual |
| Rear vents | second row |
| Air filtration |
Safety
Safety
| Rearview monitor | in dash |
| Impact absorbing seats | dual front |
| Pre-collision warning system | audible warning, visual warning, pedestrian detection, intersection/junction turn |
| Lane keeping assist | |
| Camera system washer | rear |
| Check rear seat reminder | |
| Automatic emergency braking | front pedestrian, front, intersection/junction turn |
| Child safety door locks | |
| Child seat anchors | LATCH system |
| Impact sensor | door unlock, fuel cut-off, alert system |
| Safety brake pedal system | |
| Camera system | rearview |
| Automatic hazard warning lights | |
| Parking sensors | rear |
| Lane deviation sensors | |
| Crumple zones | front, rear |
Airbags
| Airbag deactivation | occupant sensing passenger |
| Side airbags | front |
| Knee airbags | driver |
| Front airbags | dual |
| Side curtain airbags | front, rear |
Security
| Anti-theft system | alarm, vehicle immobilizer |
| Power door locks | anti-lockout, auto-locking |
Mirrors
| Side mirror adjustments | power, manual folding |
| Side mirrors | heated |
Exterior
Roof
| Moonroof / Sunroof | power panoramic, one-touch open/close, anti-trapping, sliding sunshade |
| Roof rails | black |
Exterior Features
| Active grille shutters | |
| Bumper detail | front underguard, rear underguard |
| Rear trunk/liftgate | liftgate |
| Mirror color | black |
| Front bumper color | body-color |
| Door handle color | body-color |
| Rear spoiler | roofline |
| Rear spoiler color | body-color |
| Grille color | black |
| Exhaust tip color | stainless steel |
| Fender lip moldings | black |
| Headlight bezel color | black |
| Window trim | black |
| Rear bumper color | black |
| Rocker panel color | black |
Lights
| Front fog lights | LED |
| Daytime running lights | |
| Headlights | cornering, auto high beam dimmer, LED, wiper activated, auto delay off, auto on/off, self-leveling |
| Taillights | LED |
| Exterior entry lights | approach lamps |
Tires and Rims
| Spare tire size | temporary |
| Tire type | all season |
| Spare tire mount location | inside |
| Spare wheel type | steel |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | |
| Wheels | painted aluminum alloy |
Windows
| Rear wiper | intermittent, auto-on in reverse, with washer |
| Heated windshield wiper rests | |
| Liftgate window | fixed |
| Window defogger | rear |
| Front wipers | variable intermittent |
| Tinted glass | |
| Power windows | safety reverse |
| Rear privacy glass | |
| Laminated glass | acoustic windshield |
Technology
Audio System
| Radio | voice operated, touch screen display, AM/FM, HD radio |
| Auxiliary audio input | Bluetooth, jack, USB, iPod/iPhone |
| Internet radio app | Pandora, Stitcher, AHA |
| Antenna type | diversity, mast |
| Total speakers | 6 |
| Radio data system | |
| Speed sensitive volume control | |
| Satellite radio | SiriusXM |
Telematics
| Electronic messaging assistance | with read function, voice operated |
| Wi-Fi | hotspot compatible |
| Smart device app function | vehicle location, maintenance status, lock operation, horn/light operation, engine start, maintenance scheduling |
| Driver assistance app | roadside assistance |
| Smart device app compatibility | MySubaru |
| Wireless data link | Bluetooth |
| Hands-free phone call integration | voice operated |
In Car Entertainment
| Connected in-car apps | Yelp, SiriusXM Travel Link, Google POIs, Google search |
| Infotainment | STARLINK |
| Infotainment screen size | 11.6 in. |
| Smartphone integration | wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto |
Instrumentation
| Instrument cluster screen size | 4.2 in. |
| Warnings and reminders | lamp failure, low oil pressure, coolant temperature warning, low fuel level, low washer fluid, maintenance due |
| Clock | |
| Gauge | tachometer |
| Digital odometer | |
| External temperature display | |
| Multi-function display | |
| Fuel economy display | MPG, range |
| Trip odometer |
Mechanical
Drivetrain
| Drive mode selector | |
| 4WD type | full time |
| Axle ratio | 3.70 |
Engine
| Auto start/stop | |
| Battery saver | |
| Alternator | 150 amps |
| Battery | maintenance-free |
Stability and Traction
| Off-road driving assist | hill descent |
| Stability control | |
| Traction control | |
| Hill holder control | |
| Trailer stability control |
Brakes
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 11.8 |
| Front brake diameter | 12.4 |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Braking assist | |
| Electronic brakeforce distribution | |
| ABS | 4-wheel |
| Power brakes | |
| Electronic parking brake | auto off |
| Cornering brake control |
Suspension
| Front suspension classification | independent |
| Rear suspension classification | independent |
| Front struts | MacPherson |
| Rear suspension type | double wishbone |
| Rear spring type | coil |
| Front stabilizer bar | |
| Rear stabilizer bar | |
| Front spring type | coil |
| Front suspension type | lower control arms |
| Rear shock type | gas |
| Front shock type | gas |
Interior
Seats
| Upholstery accents | contrast stitching |
| Driver seat power adjustments | height, 10, lumbar, reclining |
| Passenger seat | heated |
| Driver seat | heated |
| Rear headrests | 3, adjustable |
| Passenger seat manual adjustments | 4, reclining |
| Rear seat folding | split, flat |
| Front headrests | 2, adjustable |
| Front seat type | bucket |
| Upholstery | premium cloth |
| Rear seat type | 60-40 split bench |
| Rear seat manual adjustments | reclining |
Steering
| Steering ratio | 13.0 |
| Turns lock-to-lock | 2.6 |
Seatbelts
| Seatbelt pretensioners | front |
| Seatbelt force limiters | front |
| Emergency locking retractors | rear, front |
| Seatbelt warning sensor | front |
| Rear seatbelts | 3-point |
| Front seatbelts | 3-point |
Specs
Specs
Drive Type
| Drive Type | AWD |
Seating
| Standard Seating | 5 |
| Max Seating | 5 |
| Head Room (front) | 40 in |
| Head Room (rear) | 37.7 in |
| Hip Room (front) | 54.7 in |
| Hip Room (rear) | 53.7 in |
| Shoulder Room (front) | 57.7 in |
| Shoulder Room (rear) | 56.7 in |
| Leg Room (front) | 43.3 in |
| Leg Room (rear) | 39.4 in |
| Seating Rows | 2 |
Measurements of Size & Shape
| Length | 183.3 in |
| Width | 81.2 in |
| Width (without mirrors) | 72 in |
| Height | 68.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.7 in |
| Angle of Approach | 19 degrees |
| Angle of Departure | 24.6 degrees |
| Track Width (front) | 61.6 in |
| Track Width (rear) | 61.8 in |
| Break-over Angle | 19.6 degrees |
Measurements of Weight
| Gross Vehicle Weight Range | 4001-5000 lbs |
| Curb Weight | 3569 lbs |
| Max Towing Capacity | 3000 lbs |
Interior Dimensions
| Cargo Volume | 27.5 cu ft |
| Interior Volume | 134.1 cu ft |
| Passenger Volume | 106.6 cu ft |
| Cargo Volume (rear seats down) | 69.1 cu ft |
Performance Specifications
| Turning Circle | 35.4 ft |
Fuel Tanks
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 Gallons |
Wheels and Tires
| Front Tire Type | 225/60R17 99H |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 17.0 x 7.0 in |
| Rear Tire Type | 225/60R17 99H |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 17.0 x 7.0 in |
Packages
5 Packages Available
Includes vehicle with standard equipment. Package price is included in vehicle base MSRP. Required for ordering purposes.
Includes auto-dimming mirror with compass and HomeLink, cargo tray, and splash guards.
Includes auto-dimming mirror with compass and HomeLink, cargo tray, and all-weather floor liners.
Includes blind spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross-traffic alert, front driver seatback pocket, power rear gate with automatic close, hands-free foot activation sensor, and height memory functions, and automatic emergency steering.
Includes cargo tray, rear bumper cover, all-weather floor liners, and splash guards.
Dealership Information
Testimonials
Did a very good job!
They are my Dealership now!
“ It's worth the drive from Santa Ynez. I love my Subaru Crosstrek, and I want it to be my last car. She was due for her 60,000-mile service, which I knew was a big one ($$$$)... I made an appointment online (a nice feature offered by all Subaru dealers) .... I made it for 1pm. The next day, I was called, and my service advisor said this was a large service, and it would take up to 5 hours to get it done. They offered me a loaner car at no extra charge. The loaner was a 2024 Forrester Ascent. Super nice vehicle... much bigger and nicer than my own car! Very thorough, very professional, and friendly service staff. They are my Dealership now! ”
Thank you!
“ I had new tires installed and Subaru loaned me a car while I waited for it. I really appreciate that. ”
The customer service at this dealership is outstanding.
“ Ladies if you want to buy a car and have a great experience see Alex Nikolaou. My sister (70's) wanted to buy a car, so she brought me along to be the "heavy". Alex met us when we pulled up to the front of the dealership. He introduced himself and I told him we were not buying a car today. He appreciated; I was honest. As my sister looked around, she fell in love with the 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness package. My sister test drove the vehicle and learned more about the active cruise control and active driving options on the vehicle. Alex showed her how to use the options and respectfully answered all our questions. We had a goal to walk away and have dinner and discuss the options. Alex said he would put some numbers together and send to us via text. We did not feel pressure or dirty leaving the dealership to think on this vehicle. The trade in price on her Subaru Outback was reasonable so we slept on the idea of a new car. In the morning we text Alex and set up an appt to come and test drive the car again. Alex explained all the nuances of the Forester compared to her older Outback. What sold my sister was the front camera, SLO has small parking spaces, and the front camera is fantastic for pulling into tight spaces. The cameras on this car make it easy to get in and out of parking spots without hitting the curb in front. What I would like to say about this experience is if you want your Grandmother, Mother or Sister to feel respected and not taken advantage of go see Alex at Subaru of San Luis Obispo. As my sister and I asked questions Alex slowly explained the answers. He did not talk down to us, and we had tons of questions. I did not feel dirty or swindled leaving the dealership after the purchase. Subaru of San Luis Obispo has a young gentleman, “Porter” to help explain all the electronic in the new car. My sister can go into this dealership any time in the future and ask for explanations of this knob, switch or setting up the apple car play to her current apple phone or when she upgrades to the new apple phone. The customer service at this dealership is outstanding. We recommend working with Alex for all your Subaru needs. ”
Everything was streamlined and seemless
“ Second crosstrek just drove off the lot. Everything was streamlined and seemless. Kevin and the team at Rancho Grande Subaru always make sure all my questions are answered and get me the best deal. Great car buying experience!!! Super stoked. ”
Always helpful, friendly, patient and knowledgeable.
“ Everyone at the Subaru dealership is always helpful, friendly, patient and knowledgeable. ”
quick and easy
“ I wanted to buy another Crosstrek, had a 2024 exactly what I wanted, and purchased it that day. ”
I highly recommend Subaru SLO, the entire team!
“ Liam is the best!!! He explained the features on my New Outback I highly recommend Subaru SLO, the entire team! They are the Best!! ”
Kevin was very knowledgeable and helpful
“ They had a HUGE selection for year end. Kevin was very knowledgeable and helpful, and they offered very fair price on a new Forrester. ”
Super happy with our experience at Subaru!!!
“ Kevin is the best. Super happy with our experience at Subaru!!! ”
Outstanding Job!
“ James Binkele did a fantastic job on helping us out. Outstanding Job! ”
Exceptional service with an exceptional team
“ Exceptional service with an exceptional team. Everyone from the sales team to finance department/manager was incredibly knowledgable and able to make the process as quick as possible while being 100% transparent. I highly recommend Subaru of San Luis in search of a vehicle. ”
I would recommend working with Randy at Subaru of SLO!
“ Randy Gregory was our salesman and made the car buying experience super stress free. We came in for a test drive and weren't pressured to make the sale immediately. Came back after testing a few other models at other dealers with other sales people and by far Randy was the easiest and most transparent on features, price, etc. I would recommend working with Randy at Subaru of SLO! ”
Highly recommend this business for everyone.
“ We found a wonderful used car on their site and enquired about financing and within a hour was contacted by Liam a true professional who asked us to come in on Christmas eve and we felt like family members and never felt any pressure and everyone went above and beyond for us to give us the best buying experience we've ever had. Thank you so much Liam, Paras, and Peter for being the best in the business for us and our purchase. Highly recommend this business for everyone. ”
Will likely be the only shop I ever buy from again.
“ Bought a 2023 Subie Outback from Jimmy Binkele and Paras Shukla. These guys are consummate professionals and will likely be the only shop I ever buy from again. ”
Will be doing service with Subaru SLO again!
“ Amazing experience with the service department. Will be doing service with Subaru SLO again! ”
Fast, thorough, courteous
“ Fast, thorough, courteous ”
The best car dealership I have ever been to
“ I purchased my Forester a few years ago at Subaru of San Luis Obispo. Every experience I have had here, from buying the vehicle, to every service has been excellent. It is a pleasure working with the staff. Everyone has always been pleasant, competent, and has kept me informed. The best car dealership I have ever been to. Thank you. ”
Top notch and courteous service.
“ I have bought two cars from Zak Vigil in the last three years. Zak was great to work with. Zak made both purchases convenient with processing most of the paperwork virtually and he was very knowledgeable about the cars. No pressure tactics either. Top notch and courteous service. ”
Awesome service
“ Awesome service buying a new vehicle. Thank you. Second Subaru. ”
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“ Did a very good job and fast, not much wait time. ”