2024 Subaru Forester — Full Specifications
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The 2024 Subaru Forester is an SUV powered by a 2.5L 4-cyl regular gasoline engine. It returns around 35 mpg (UK) / 29 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Subaru Forester workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2023 Subaru Forester: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 35 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S8) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Length | 4450 mm |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 35 combined / 31 urban / 40 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 29 combined / 26 city / 33 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 193 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 6 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,300 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2024 Subaru Forester, all with the 2.5L 4-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 35 | 29 (26/33) | 193 | $2,300 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2024 Subaru Forester
Running Costs: 2024 Subaru Forester
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2024 Subaru Forester at 35 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,039 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,300 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2024 Subaru Forester Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2024 Subaru Forester (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Power train (1), Engine and engine cooling (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Power train — campaign 23V754000, reported 9 November 2023. Risk: A broken driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power while driving or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake engaged. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Engine and engine cooling — campaign 23V723000, reported 26 October 2023. Risk: Leaking coolant can contact a hot exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a fire.
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Subaru Forester. The most-reported areas are Unspecified (9), Air bags (7), Visibility/wiper (5). Complaints include 4 reported crashes, 1 reported fire, 1 reported injury. That is well below the median of 208 complaints across the 17 Subaru Forester model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2024 Subaru Forester
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Transmission & drivetrain (1 recall campaign) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Engine cooling (1 recall campaign) — Check coolant level, look for leaks and make sure the temperature stays steady in traffic.
- Air bags (7 owner complaints) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Visibility (5 owner complaints) — Check wipers, washers and demisters work properly.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Subaru Forester compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 35 mpg figure is 8 mpg better than that average. Its 193 g/km CO₂ figure is 60 g/km lower than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Subaru models in our database average about 33 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2024 Subaru Forester's 35 mpg is 2 mpg above that make average. Its 193 g/km CO₂ figure is 13 g/km lower than the 206 g/km Subaru average.
Of the 17 Subaru Forester model years we cover, the 2024 is the most economical on its best configuration (35 mpg UK combined). See every Subaru Forester year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2024 Subaru Forester have?
It's fitted with a 2.5L 4-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (av-s8) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Subaru Forester?
The most efficient configuration returns around 35 mpg (UK) combined, or 29 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2024 Subaru Forester cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,300 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2024 Subaru Forester have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 5 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2024 Subaru Forester have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns that include the 2024 Subaru Forester (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Power train (1), Engine and engine cooling (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Subaru Forester?
Among the 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Unspecified (9 complaints), Air bags (7 complaints), Visibility/wiper (5 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Subaru Forester's fuel economy good for an SUV?
Yes — it returns around 35 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track, making it one of the more efficient options in its class.