Model year guide

2026 Subaru Forester

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2026 Subaru Forester is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2026 Subaru Forester at a glance

Combined26–35 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2026 Subaru Forester MPG & running costs

Combined26–35 mpg
City28 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,300
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6) or Automatic (AV-S8)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$500 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2026 Subaru Forester costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,500
Fuel only$11,500
Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2026 Subaru Forester vehicles on record

Other Subaru Forester model years

2026 Subaru Forester — frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2026 Subaru Forester get?

The 2026 Subaru Forester has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–35 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.