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Subaru Forester Dimensions & Size

How much cargo space and room does a 2026 Subaru Forester really have?

The 2026 Subaru Forester measures 183.5 in long, 72 in wide, 68.1 in tall, on a 105.1 in wheelbase, with a curb weight of about 3,580 lbs.

Looking for weight? See the Subaru Forester curb weight page — this page covers length, width, height and wheelbase.

Latest model year (2026):

The Subaru Forester measures 183.5 in long, 72 in wide and 68.1 in tall, on a 105.1 in wheelbase, weighing about 3,580 lbs.

VerifiedNHTSA Canadian Vehicle Specifications · Verified September 18, 2026
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Subaru Forester Dimensions — All Years

YearBody / VariantLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb Weight
2026FORESTER 4DR SUV183.5 in72 in68.1 in105.1 in3,580 lbs
2025FORESTER 4DR SUV183.5 in72 in68.1 in105.1 in3,580 lbs
2024Config 1 of 2FORESTER SPORT / LIMITED / PREMIER 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,549 lbs
2024Config 2 of 2FORESTER 2.5i / CONVENIENCE / TOURING 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,459 lbs
2023Config 1 of 2FORESTER SPORT / LIMITED / PREMIER 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,549 lbs
2023Config 2 of 2FORESTER 2.5i / CONVENIENCE / TOURING 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,459 lbs
2022Config 1 of 2FORESTER SPORT / LIMITED / PREMIER 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,549 lbs
2022Config 2 of 2FORESTER 2.5i / CONVENIENCE / TOURING 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,459 lbs
2021Config 1 of 2FORESTER SPORT / LIMITED / PREMIER 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,549 lbs
2021Config 2 of 2FORESTER 2.5i / CONVENIENCE / TOURING 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,459 lbs
2020Config 1 of 2FORESTER SPORT / LIMITED / PREMIER 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,549 lbs
2020Config 2 of 2FORESTER 2.5i / CONVENIENCE / TOURING 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,459 lbs
2019Config 1 of 2FORESTER SPORT / LIMITED / PREMIER 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,549 lbs
2019Config 2 of 2FORESTER 2.5i / CONVENIENCE / TOURING 4DR SUV182.3 in71.7 in68.1 in105.1 in3,459 lbs
2018Config 1 of 2FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.5i181.1 in70.9 in68.5 in103.9 in3,303 lbs
2018Config 2 of 2FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.0XT181.1 in70.9 in68.5 in103.9 in3,635 lbs
2017Config 1 of 2FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.5i181.1 in70.9 in68.5 in103.9 in3,303 lbs
2017Config 2 of 2FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.0XT181.1 in70.9 in68.5 in103.9 in3,635 lbs
2016Config 1 of 2FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.5i181.1 in70.9 in68.5 in103.9 in3,303 lbs
2016Config 2 of 2FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.0XT181.1 in70.9 in68.5 in103.9 in3,635 lbs
2015Config 1 of 2FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.5i181.1 in70.9 in68.5 in103.9 in3,303 lbs
2015Config 2 of 2FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.0XT181.1 in70.9 in68.5 in103.9 in3,635 lbs

Dimensions sourced from the NHTSA Canadian Vehicle Specifications database. Figures are measured per body style and can vary slightly by trim, wheel package, and suspension.

Subaru Forester data analysis

How Subaru Forester overall length varies

Across 22 configurations recorded for the 2015 through 2026 Subaru Forester, overall length runs from 181 inches to 183 inches. The strongest figure belongs to the 2025 Subaru Forester (FORESTER 4DR SUV) at 183 inches, and the weakest to the 2018 car (FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.5i) at 181 inches — a spread of 1%. The narrow spread means any year of the Subaru Forester in this table behaves much like the others, so you can shop on price, condition and mileage rather than chasing a particular model year.

What changed for 2026

Average overall length for the 2026 Subaru Forester is 183 inches, against 183 inches for the 2025 car — it held flat. A carry-over year like this usually means no powertrain or structural change, so an older example is the cheaper way into the same specification.

How to read this Subaru Forester data

This page lists every 2015 through 2026 Subaru Forester record we hold for this measurement — 22 rows in total, one per configuration and model year rather than a single headline figure. Figures are published as the source agency records them: we do not round, average or interpolate missing years, and a year that is absent from the table is a year with no published measurement rather than a zero. Where a manufacturer offered several drivetrains or body styles in the same year, each appears on its own row, because those variants rarely share the same numbers.

Configurations behind these Subaru Forester numbers

The 2015 through 2026 Subaru Forester entries here cover the variants FORESTER 4DR SUV, FORESTER SPORT / LIMITED / PREMIER 4DR SUV, FORESTER 2.5i / CONVENIENCE / TOURING 4DR SUV, FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.5i and FORESTER 4DR SUV 2.0XT. 2024 is the busiest model year in the record with 2 separate measured configurations, which is why a single quoted overall length figure for that year is rarely the one that matches the car in front of you. Match the row to the exact drivetrain, body style and engine on the window sticker or VIN before relying on the number, and use the comparison links below to see how those same configurations line up against rival models.

Where these Subaru Forester figures come from

Every value on this page is loaded from federal open data — EPA fuel economy submissions, NHTSA vehicle and crash-test records, and manufacturer specification filings — rather than dealer listings or copied editorial content. The Subaru Forester record refreshes as the agencies publish, which typically means new model-year rows appear in the autumn and crash-test results follow through the model year as vehicles are tested. Because certification data is filed per configuration, treat any single headline number for this vehicle with caution: the figure that applies to a specific car depends on its engine, drivetrain, body style and model year, all of which are listed separately above. If a number here disagrees with a brochure, the brochure is usually quoting the best available configuration rather than the one being sold.

Will the Subaru Forester fit your garage and parking space?

Measured against a standard single garage door (8 ft wide, 7 ft tall, 20 ft deep stall) and a standard US surface parking space (9 ft x 18 ft). Measure your own opening before buying — older garages are frequently narrower.

Garage door width
Fits

72 in wide (body only, mirrors folded) — about 24 in of total clearance, so roughly 12 in per side.

Garage door height
Clears

68.5 in tall — 15.5 in of headroom before roof rails, antennas, or a roof box are added.

Parking space
Fits a standard stall

183.5 in long leaves 32.5 in to spare in an 18 ft space, and 36 in of side clearance in a 9 ft one.

Size drift: the 2026 Subaru Forester is 2 in longer than the 2015 car in our records. If you are replacing an older example with a newer one, check the garage clearance again rather than assuming the outgoing car's footprint carries over.

Its wheelbase (105.1 in) accounts for about 57% of overall length. A higher share generally means shorter overhangs — better approach and departure clearance on driveways and ramps, and more cabin space for the same parking footprint.

Want to see it against another vehicle at the same scale? Open the car size comparison tool or check the Subaru Forester curb weight to pair footprint with mass.

Frequently Asked Questions About Forester Dimensions

How long is the Subaru Forester?

The Subaru Forester is 183.465 inches long, 72.0472 inches wide and 68.1102 inches tall. That is roughly 15.3 feet — compare it with your garage depth before buying.

Will the Subaru Forester fit in a standard garage?

A standard single-car garage is about 20 feet (240 in) deep and 10 feet (120 in) wide. At 183.465 in long and 72.0472 in wide, the Subaru Forester fits with 57 in of room to spare front-to-back. Remember to allow for mirrors and door swing.

How much does the Subaru Forester weigh?

Curb weight for the Subaru Forester is about 3,580 lbs. Curb weight excludes passengers and cargo, so add roughly 150 lbs per occupant when calculating payload.

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