Subaru Forester Towing Capacity

The Subaru Forester is a versatile SUV that's great for dealing with winter weather, running errands, or taking a camping trip. It's designed to be reliable in any situation, including when you've got a little extra cargo.

Just how much can it tow? Miller Subaru finds out. We took a closer look at the Subaru Forester towing capacity, so drivers in Lumberton, Mount Laurel, and Medford, New Jersey, can find out what it's capable of.

Performance Specs & Capabilities

The Subaru Forester can tow up to 3,000 pounds. The Wilderness trim is equipped with enough power to hitch a couple of ATVs or a utility trailer to your SUV. All other trim levels have a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds. That's still plenty of power to haul a flat bed, fishing boat, or a few dirt bikes.

To provide your Forester with that kind of capability, each trim level runs on a 2.5L DOHC 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® engine that gets up to 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. A Lineartronic® Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) comes standard, however the Wilderness trim is also available with a CVT that includes 8-speed manual mode.

Helpful Trailering Features

To help you carry your cargo up and over anything that Mother Nature throws at you, every Subaru Forester is equipped with standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Additionally, Adaptive Control and Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-Drive®) are included to help your drivetrain adjust to any and all driving conditions.

If you plan on taking a trip to the mountains or encounter a steep driveway, features like Hill Descent Control can help you get your cargo down at a safe, consistent speed. You'll also have a Traction Control System and Trailer Stability Assist there to make sure everything you're towing is safe and stable.

When it comes to getting on the road, the standard Rear-Vision Camera can help you line your tow hitch up and back into place. Just put it in reverse and your dashboard monitor will provide a crystal-clear look at what's behind you when you're backing up.

Plus, the Forester also offers safety features that'll give you some peace of mind while you've got your cargo attached. The available Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert can help you know when the coast is clear to change lanes or back up.

Forester Cargo Room

The Subaru Forester is also prepared to carry everything, from book bags to luggage. Its raised roof rails are compatible with cargo containers, bike racks, and more convenient accessories. You'll also find plenty of room inside.

The Forester features a large trunk, lots of space between the seats, and 60/40-split flat-folding rear seats. That's a recipe for lots of room inside. Just look at how much it can hold:

With a dependable powertrain, standard all-wheel drive, and enough space for everything that can't fit in a trailer, the Subaru Forester is ready to help drivers in Lumberton, Mount Laurel, and Medford, NJ, carry everything you need. Visit Miller Subaru to learn more about the Subaru Forester towing capacity or contact us to schedule a test drive.