Subaru Forester Trim Levels Review

What vehicle provides seemingly endless comfort amenities and ample opportunities to explore the roads less traveled around Tinton Falls, Middletown Township, and Long Branch, NJ? The 2022 Subaru Forester, of course!

Choosing this versatile SUV allows you to customize your drive to fit your lifestyle thanks to its six trim levels, each of which we’ll outline in this Subaru Forester trim levels review. Let’s get started, then head to World Subaru to view each trim in person.

I Want a Vehicle with Plenty of Space: Forester Base

Large grocery hauls and weekends away are a breeze when you drive the Subaru Forester Base trim level. With the rear seats upright, you have 28.9 cubic feet of cargo space. For days when you need as much cargo space available, fold down the rear seats to obtain a maximum capacity of 74.2 cubic feet.

The best part of this cargo capacity is that it doesn’t take away from passenger space.

Enjoy ample wiggle room and several other standard Subaru Forester amenities, such as STARLINK® Multimedia Plus with smartphone integration and EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology to help keep you and passengers safe.

I Want a Vehicle with Enhanced All-Terrain Capabilities: Forester Premium

When nature calls, respond with the Subaru Forester Premium trim level. This trim adds X-MODE® to the already standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system.

X-MODE optimizes grip on low-traction surfaces by monitoring wheelspin and sending extra energy to the wheels that need it the most.

Another all-terrain feature you’re sure to love with this Subaru Forester trim level is Hill Descent Control. This system works to provide a constant downhill speed to make navigating declining terrain a breeze.

I Want a Vehicle with Sporty Features: Forester Sport

Each Subaru Forester trim level comes with a 2.5L SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder engine that produces 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. While this is standard across the board, SI-DRIVE with Sport Sharp mode is not. This drive mode can boost throttle response for a commute that’s like a performance car.

Ensure you and your passengers are as safe as possible, especially when changing lanes, with the standard Blind-Spot Detection system with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. Sensors constantly monitor your vehicle’s blind spots both on the road and in parking lots, alerting you when a potential hazard is detected.

I Want a Vehicle with Towing Capability: Forester Wilderness

Every Subaru Forester trim level has the power to tow toys along on your commute. What’s different about the Subaru Forester Wilderness trim level is that it can tow up to 3,000 pounds when properly equipped compared to the 1,500-pound max capacity with the other trims.

With this 3,000-pound capacity, here’s a sampling of some of the toys you can hitch to your SUV:

• Small fishing boat
• Pop-up camping trailer
• Lightly packed utility trailer

With this Subaru Forester trim, you can go nearly anywhere with nearly anything.

I Want a Vehicle with a Touch of Elegance: Forester Limited

The Subaru Forester Limited trim provides refinement to your travels thanks to the standard leather-trimmed upholstery. Offered in either Gray or Black, this standard upholstery is a fast and easy way to give the cabin of your SUV an appearance boost.

I Want Premium Climate Control: Forester Touring

Regardless of the time of year, having access to premium climate control features is a surefire way to boost your commute.

In addition to gaining access to the dual-zone automatic climate control system (standard on the Forester Wilderness trim and above), the Forester Touring trim pulls out all the stops with climate control thanks to these features:

• Heated front seats (standard on the Forester Premium trim and above)
• Heated rear seats
• Heated steering wheel

Whether you’re looking to warm up during the winter months or keep your muscles relaxed on long commutes, the Forester Touring trim has the climate amenities you need.

Which Subaru Forester Trim Will You Choose?

Now that you know what to expect with each Subaru Forester trim level, it’s time to decide which one you’ll drive around Tinton Falls, Middletown Township, and Long Branch, New Jersey.

Visit us at World Subaru to get an up-close look at each model, then take your favorites for a spin. Contact us to reserve a test drive today!