2018 Subaru Forester

The 2018 Subaru Forester is a five-seat SUV for shoppers comparing practical space, efficient gasoline power and everyday towing capability in Northern Colorado. At Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley in Greeley, this page outlines the Forester’s trim-level pricing, engine choices, fuel economy, cargo capacity and configuration, then places it alongside other Subaru models from the same model year. Located at 4720 W 24th Street near the US-34 Business corridor, Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley serves drivers commuting toward Loveland, Fort Collins and the University of Northern Colorado, as well as families navigating West Greeley, Evans and Milliken.

Starting MSRP

$23,795

Horsepower

170–250 hp

EPA MPG

23–26 city / 27–32 hwy

Max Towing

1,500 lbs

Seating

5 seats

Fuel

Regular Unleaded / Premium Unleaded (Recommended)

Body Style

SUV

How the 2018 Subaru Forester Compares Across the Subaru Lineup

Pricing depends on trim, engine choice and intended use. The 2018 Subaru Forester starts at $23,795, and MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

Compared with the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, the Forester starts at $23,795 versus $22,795 and offers 170 to 250 horsepower versus 152 horsepower. The Crosstrek returns 27 city / 33 hwy and has a 1,500-lb maximum towing capacity, while the Forester ranges from 23 to 26 city MPG and 27 to 32 highway MPG with the same maximum towing figure; the Crosstrek may suit buyers focused on a lower starting price and fuel economy, while the Forester offers a broader power range.

Compared with the 2018 Subaru Outback, the Forester starts at $23,795 versus $25,895. The Outback offers 175–256 horsepower, 20–25 city / 27–32 hwy and 2,700–3,000 lbs of maximum towing, while the Forester offers 170 to 250 horsepower, 23 to 26 city MPG, 27 to 32 highway MPG and 1,500 lbs of maximum towing; the Forester may suit shoppers prioritizing city efficiency, while the Outback may suit buyers who place greater emphasis on towing capacity.

Specifications and Configuration

The Forester is a five-seat SUV with a flat-4 engine layout and automatic continuously variable transmission. Across its six trims, engine size ranges from 2.0 to 2.5 L, displacement from 1,998 to 2,498 cc, horsepower from 170 to 250 hp, and torque from 174 to 258 lb-ft.

Fuel economy ranges from 23 to 26 city MPG and 27 to 32 highway MPG. The Forester has a 15.9-gallon fuel capacity, maximum towing of 1,500 lbs, and cargo capacity behind the rear seats ranging from 31.5 to 34.4 cu ft. Curb weight ranges from 3,395 to 3,717 lbs, with dimensions of 180.9 to 181.5 inches in length, 70.7 inches in width and 66.4 to 68.2 inches in height.

The 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited and 2.5i Touring use a 2.5 L engine producing 170 hp and 174 lb-ft of torque with regular unleaded fuel. The 2.0XT Premium and 2.0XT Touring use a 2.0 L engine producing 250 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque with premium unleaded fuel recommended.

Buying a 2018 Subaru Forester in Greeley

Mike Shaw Subaru Greeley is located at 4720 W 24th St in Greeley, CO 80634, just off US-34 Business in West Greeley’s Greeley Junction commercial area. The dealership is convenient to the Greeley Mall area, neighborhood schools, youth sports complexes and routes toward Evans, Milliken, Loveland and Fort Collins.

Inventory changes on a rolling basis, so shoppers can search inventory for current Subaru vehicles and use the dealership’s online tools to begin the purchase process. Trade-in planning is also available through the value your trade page.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Trim selection changes the Forester’s engine, fuel requirement, fuel economy, torque and cargo capacity. The regular-unleaded 2.5 L trims provide 170 hp, while the premium-unleaded 2.0 L XT trims provide 250 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Consider how often cargo space, towing and fuel economy matter in daily driving. The Forester’s maximum towing capacity is 1,500 lbs, while cargo behind the rear seats ranges from 31.5 to 34.4 cu ft across trims.