2023 Subaru Forester 2.5X price and specs
28/10/2022 07:54
The new Subaru Forester base model has been equipped with a smaller touchscreen not built by Subaru – allowing for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
The 2023 Subaru Forester line-up is expanding with a new entry-level variant, due to arrive in Australia before the end of the year.
Subaru has announced the Forester will gain a new 2.5X AWD variant – priced from $37,890 plus on-road costs, identical to the existing entry-level 2.5i AWD model.
The Subaru Forester 2.5X is fitted with a 7.0-inch Alpine infotainment screen, rather than the larger 7.0-inch display currently standard across the range.
While the updated infotainment system is now capable of wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wired only in all other variants), it loses voice command recognition, over-the-air updates, a CD player and one USB-A port – down from two USB-A inputs before.
It is unclear why the third-party display has been fitted, however parts shortages affecting the Subaru screen could be one factor.
The 2023 Subaru Forester 2.5X is otherwise unchanged compared to the 2.5i, retaining a 136kW/239Nm 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine which is mated to a continuously-variable automatic transmission (CVT) and all-wheel drive system.
As reported in June, the updated 2023 Subaru Forester line-up is expected to arrive in Australia between October and December. It is unclear if the first deliveries have been made.
See below for a full list of pricing and features for the 2023 Subaru Forester range.
2023 Subaru Forester Australian pricing
Forester 2.5X AWD – $37,890 (new)Forester 2.5i AWD – $37,890 (up $1900 vs 2022 prices)Forester 2.5i-L AWD – $40,290 (up $1900)Forester 2.5i Premium AWD – $43,090 (up $1950)Forester 2.5i Sport AWD – $44,840 (up $2150)Forester 2.5i-S AWD – $46,340 (up $2150)Forester Hybrid L AWD – $43,290 (up $1900)Forester Hybrid S AWD – $49,340 (up $2150)Note: All prices above exclude on-road costs.
2023 Subaru Forester 2.5X standard features:
7.0-inch infotainment touchscreen with reversing camera, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and DAB+ digital radioOne USB-A portAutomatic LED headlights6.3-inch secondary multi-function displayLeather steering wheel and shifterPaddle shiftersKeyless entry and startDual-zone climate controlElectric folding rear seatsAutomatic wipersFog lights17-inch alloy wheelsAutonomous emergency braking (forward-facing)Lane-keep assist (with centring)Blind-spot monitoringRear cross-traffic alertAdaptive cruise control2023 Subaru Forester 2.5i adds (over 2.5X):
8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen with voice command recognition, over-the-air updates, CD playerWired Apple CarPlay/Android AutoTwo USB-A ports2023 Subaru Forester 2.5i-L and Hybrid L add (over 2.5i):
Heated front seatsEyeSight driver drowsiness detection360-degree cameraAdaptive high beamReverse autonomous emergency braking2023 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium adds (over 2.5i-L and Hybrid L):
Electric front seats with driver memoryElectric tailgateMetallic pedalsSatellite navigationSport mode18-inch alloy wheels2023 Subaru Forester 2.5i Sport adds (over 2.5i Premium):
Gunmetal and orange interior highlightsSunroofLED front fog lights2023 Subaru Forester 2.5i-S and Hybrid S adds (over 2.5i Sport):
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