Compare 2012 Subaru Forester - Details
Pricing | |||
MSRP | $29,895 | $28,650 | $28,495 |
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Invoice | $27,992 | $26,788 | $26,749 |
Destination | $775 | $845 | $830 |
Interior Edit | |||
Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Auxiliary Visors | N/A | Dual | N/A |
Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | N/A |
Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
Compass | Optional | N/A | Standard |
Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look | Leather |
12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 3 | 2 |
Ashtray | Optional | Optional | N/A |
Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Rubber Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
1-touch Window Up | Driver | Driver | Driver |
1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver | Driver |
Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | N/A |
Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Trip Computer | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Service Interval Warning | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front | Front |
Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
Fuel Door Release | Mechanical | Mechanical | Mechanical |
Retained Accessory Power | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Leather | Leather/metal-look |
Cargo Net - Pet Guard | Optional | N/A | N/A |
Seats Edit | |||
Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 6-way | 8-way Power |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | 4-way |
Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | Driver |
Front Armrests | Center | Center | Driver And Passenger |
Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Driver Heated-seatback |
Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench |
Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
3rd Row Seats | N/A | 50-50 Split-bench | N/A |
Seat Trim | Leather | Premium Cloth | Leather |
3rd Row Fold Into Floor | N/A | Manual | N/A |
Entertainment Edit | |||
Radio | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single |
MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Voice Recognition | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Speakers | 7 | 6 | 7 |
Amplifier | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Entertainment System | N/A | With DVD | With DVD |
Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Yes With Voice Activation |
1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | 2 | 1 |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Safety and Security Edit | |||
Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Optional | N/A |
Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
Headlights | High Intensity Low Beam | Halogen | Halogen |
Exterior Light Control | Auto Off | Auto On/off | Programmable |
Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Optional | Standard |
LED Taillights | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Door Curb Lights | 2 | N/A | N/A |
Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Parking Assist | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Keyless Access System | N/A | Standard | N/A |
Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | N/A | Standard |
Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Overview | |||
Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (24 Month/25,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/25,000 Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
Warranty Edit | |||
Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 24 Months/25,000 Miles | N/A |
Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 24 Months/25,000 Miles | N/A |
Exterior Edit | |||
Antenna | Integrated Roof | Fixed | Integrated Roof |
Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | Body-colored |
Grille Trim | With Chrome Bar | Chrome | Chrome |
Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front |
Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Swing-out | Liftgate |
Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | Deep |
Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof | 1st And 2nd Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
Roof Rack | Optional | Standard | Optional |
Roof Rails | Standard | N/A | Standard |
Rear Step Bumper | Optional | Standard | N/A |
Front Tires | P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/65HR17.0 BSW AS | P225/65TR17.0 BSW AS |
Wheels | 17" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum | 17" Silver Aluminum |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Full-size Steel | Compact Steel |
Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
Running Boards | N/A | Optional | Optional |
Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Mechanical Edit | |||
Engine | 2.5L H-4 | 3.5L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 |
Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | N/A | N/A |
Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Drive Type | All Wheel | Four-wheel | All Wheel |
4WD Shift | N/A | Electronic | N/A |
Engine Block Heater | Optional | N/A | Optional |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | Standard | Standard |
Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Rear Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone | Multi-link |
Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Sequential Shift Control | Standard | N/A | N/A |
Transmission | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD |
Axle Ratio | 4.11 | 3.08 | 4.44 |
Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Specifications Edit | |||
Exterior Length | 179.5 " | 181.1 " | 178.3 " |
Exterior Body Width | 70.1 " | 71.5 " | 71.6 " |
Exterior Height | 66.9 " | 68.7 " | 65.1 " |
Engine | 2.5L H-4 | 3.5L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 |
Horsepower | 224 @ 5,200 Rpm | 269 @ 6,200 Rpm | 185 @ 7,000 Rpm |
Torque | 226 @ 2,800 Rpm | 246 @ 4,700 Rpm | 163 @ 4,400 Rpm |
SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | Standard |
Fuel Economy - City | 19 Mpg | 19 Mpg | 22 Mpg |
Fuel Economy - Highway | 24 Mpg | 26 Mpg | 30 Mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 6.9 Seconds | 6.1 Seconds | 7.2 Seconds |
1/4 Mile Time | 15.3 Seconds | 14.6 Seconds | 15.3 Seconds |
1/4 Mile Speed | 85 Mph | 90 Mph | 88 Mph |
Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | .8 |
Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | 59 Mph | 58 Mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | 3.92/3.11 " | 3.70/3.27 " | 3.43/3.90 " |
Curb Weight | 3,460 Lbs. | 3,699 Lbs. | 3,529 Lbs. |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,525 Lbs. | 4,720 Lbs. | 4,564 Lbs. |
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,535 Lbs. | N/A |
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,435 Lbs. | N/A |
Payload | 900 Lbs. | 1,021 Lbs. | 850 Lbs. |
Maximum Trailer Weight | 2,400 Lbs. | 2,000 Lbs. | 1,500 Lbs. |
Maximum GCWR | N/A | N/A | 6,060 Lbs. |
Wheelbase | 103.0 " | 104.7 " | 103.1 " |
Front Track | 60.2 " | 61.4 " | 61.6 " |
Rear Track | 60.2 " | 61.4 " | 61.6 " |
Turning Radius | 17.2 '' | 17.4 '' | 18.7 '' |
Drag Coefficient | .38 | .33 | N/A |
Front Legroom | 43.1 " | 41.6 " | 41.3 " |
Rear Legroom | 38.0 " | 38.3 " | 38.3 " |
Third Row Legroom | N/A | 30.0 " | N/A |
Front Headroom | 40.0 " | 40.8 " | 38.0 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.7 " | 39.7 " | 38.6 " |
Third Row Headroom | N/A | 37.2 " | N/A |
Front Hip Room | 52.9 " | 53.8 " | 54.5 " |
Rear Hip Room | 52.7 " | 52.4 " | 53.1 " |
Third Row Hip Room | N/A | 43.3 " | N/A |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.1 " | 57.1 " | 58.6 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 55.6 " | 55.3 " | 56.4 " |
Third Row Shoulder Room | N/A | 52.6 " | N/A |
Luggage Volume | 30.8 Cu.ft. | 36.4 Cu.ft. | 37.2 Cu.ft. |
Luggage Volume (max) | 63.0 Cu.ft. | 73.0 Cu.ft. | 70.9 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 102 Cu.ft. | 108 Cu.ft. | 101 Cu.ft. |
Fuel Tank | 16.9 Gal. | 15.9 Gal. | 15.3 Gal. |
Cost To Own | |||
NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Passenger's | 5 | 4 | 5 |
Overall | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Overall Side | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Driver's | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Side - Pole | 2 | 2 | 5 |
Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 4 | 5 | 5 |
Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Overall Front | 4 | 4 | 5 |
IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Overall Rear | good | good | good |
Chest | good | good | good |
Driver Torso | good | good | good |
Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
Overall Side | good | good | good |
Structure and safety cage | N/A | N/A | poor |
Roof Strength | good | acceptable | good |
Restraints | good | good | good |
Overall evaluation | N/A | N/A | marginal |
Driver Pelvis/Leg | acceptable | good | acceptable |
Right Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
Head/Neck | good | acceptable | good |
Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
Retraints and dummy kinematics | N/A | N/A | marginal |
Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
Hip/thigh | N/A | N/A | good |
Overall Front | good | good | good |
Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
Lower leg/foot | N/A | N/A | marginal |