product.specifications
specs.g_fuel_economy
specs.city_mpg26
specs.highway_mpg33
specs.combined_mpg29
specs.annual_fuel_cost$2350
specs.ghg_score6 / 10
specs.g_engine_drivetrain
specs.engine_size2.5 L
specs.cylinders4
specs.fuel_typeRegular
specs.transmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)
specs.drivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
CO₂310 g/mi
specs.g_classification
specs.vehicle_classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4×4
specs.data_sourced_from FuelEconomy.gov (specs.energy_dept)
product.complaints_section9 total
SUBARU FORESTER 2026 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
lowInfotainment center had popup ad about Sirius xm trial ending soon and a phone number to call to extend. Had to hit small x in the corner to disable while vehicle in motion or have no access to air, radio controls, or see map.
SUBARU FORESTER 2026 VISIBILITY/WIPER
highIn early April 2026 I after washing the auto I noticed a chip in the windshield on the passenger side. I was shocked-normally if the windshield is hit hard enough to chip the drive notices it-I am the only drive and I was totally unaware of any such strike (auto had about 2000 miles on it). Then, May 30th as I exited a highway midway up the ramp going ~40-45 mph behind another auto going the same slow speed with 1-1.5 car length between us, something struck my windshield and immediately the strike had clearly broken the windshield just below the driver's direct line of sight and put a thorough 'star' the size of a nickel coin. There did not appear to be any debris on the road nor off or out of the auto in front of me. (There was not a vehicle ahead of that auto that would have generated this strike.) I feel I may be unsafe in this auto if its windshield cannot hold up under minor strikes such as this. When I called the auto repair center recommended by my automobile dealer they told me theyâd already had 14 Subaru windshields call to schedule repairs this week (it was only Tuesday. This is a modest sized single location windshield repair shop).
SUBARU FORESTER 2026 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
lowVehicle stopped at light,auto start stop engine off,stepped on gas to go engine didnât restart,my passenger and I jumped out and grabbed a Noco GB40 jump box I carry and jump started car,we were on a road trip out of town and could not wait for the dealership so finished our trip with the auto start stop turned off and if we had a problem starting used the jump box.
SUBARU FORESTER 2026 VISIBILITY/WIPER
mediumI was working on fitting a cargo box on the crossbars the dealer had recently installed and noticed a milky white discoloration and moisture in the front driver's corner of the moonroof. I arranged for an appointment at the dealer who confirmed the glass had delaminated. They happened to have a replacement in stock and replaced it under warranty.
SUBARU FORESTER 2026 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
lowDrivers side mirror vibrates making changing lanes a Safty issue as the approaching vehicle is not a clear visual to operator
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status.uncertain→status.certified31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 97. 3 data points. v3 scoring.