2016 Subaru Forester fuel economy
The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2016 Subaru Forester. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 27 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 24 city / 31 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 25 to 27 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 24 and 31 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,500 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forester AWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 31 | 27 MPG | $2,500 |
| Forester AWD Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 2.5L | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG | $2,700 |
| Forester AWD Automatic (AV-S8) | 4-cyl 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 27 | 25 MPG | $3,300 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,500 per year in fuel, versus $3,300 for the least efficient.