The 2025 Subaru Forester is making waves in the automotive world, solidifying its reputation as one of the best compact SUVs on the market. With an impressive array of features and capabilities across its various 2025 Subaru Forester trim levels, this versatile vehicle caters to a wide range of drivers. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the amazing trim levels of the 2025 Subaru Forester and what each one has to offer.
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The 2025 Subaru Forester Base
The 2025 Subaru Forester Base trim is designed to keep families comfortable and secure with a blend of advanced cabin amenities and practical technology. Key features like Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE®) and the traction control system provide a stable, responsive driving experience, ideal for managing diverse road conditions. Enhancing its rugged look, the Forester Base includes 17-inch dark metallic aluminum alloy wheels, a roof spoiler, and LED steering-responsive headlights that adapt to your steering angle for enhanced visibility. Interior features include dual-zone automatic climate control, ensuring a comfortable environment for all passengers, and dual 7-inch touchscreens with Subaru’s STARLINK® Multimedia system, allowing for intuitive access to media and connectivity options.
This trim is perfect for drivers who prioritize essential comforts and safety technologies without the need for extra frills. Families will appreciate the focus on safety with vehicle dynamics control and trailer stability assist, which help keep the vehicle steady on the road. Outdoor enthusiasts and active individuals may also find this trim appealing, thanks to the raised roof rails that easily accommodate adventure gear, such as bikes or kayaks.
Notable features:
- Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE®)
- Vehicle dynamics control
- Traction control system
- Trailer stability assist
- 17-in. dark metallic with machine finish aluminum alloy wheels
- LED steering responsive headlights
- Roof spoiler
- Black folding side mirrors
- Raised roof rails
- Auto-on/off headlights
- Dual-zone automatic climate control system
- Four speakers
- Dual 7-in. touchscreens with SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia
The 2025 Subaru Forester Premium
The 2025 Subaru Forester Premium trim adds a range of advanced features that elevate the driving experience, blending comfort, technology, and style. This model includes a panoramic power moonroof, creating an open and airy cabin atmosphere, while the addition of heated front seats and a windshield wiper de-icer enhance comfort during colder months. For added convenience, the Forester Premium is equipped with a ten-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, allowing for precise personalization, and dark gray folding side mirrors with heating capability to improve visibility in harsh weather. The upgraded infotainment system includes an 11.6-inch touchscreen with STARLINK® Multimedia Plus, wireless smartphone connectivity, and six speakers, offering seamless access to navigation, media, and apps through wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The Forester Premium is ideal for those who appreciate a well-rounded blend of technology and comfort features, making it a strong choice for both families and individuals. With X-MODE® and hill descent control, this trim is well-suited to drivers who frequently venture into rugged or steep terrain, as these features help maintain control and stability. The keyless access with push-button start, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and rear reclining seatbacks add a touch of luxury, making the Forester Premium a practical yet refined choice for those looking to balance adventure with everyday comfort.
Notable features:
- Most Base features
- X-MODE®
- Hill descent control
- LED fog lights
- Dark gray-finish folding side mirrors
- Panoramic power moonroof
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- Heated side mirrors
- Ten-way power-adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Reclining rear seatbacks
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Keyless access with push-button start
- Fold down rear armrest with dual cup holders
- Six speakers
- 11.6-in. touchscreen with SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia Plus
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi® capability
The 2025 Subaru Forester Sport
The 2025 Subaru Forester Sport brings a bolder, performance-oriented edge to the lineup, outfitted with features that cater to drivers seeking both functionality and style. Equipped with a Lineartronic CVT featuring an eight-speed manual mode and paddle shifters, the Forester Sport allows for a more engaging, hands-on driving experience. Distinctive 19-inch bronze-finish alloy wheels and Crystal Black Silica side mirrors with integrated turn signals give this trim a sporty appearance, while the low-profile roof rails add a sleeker, streamlined look. Inside, StarTex® water-repellent upholstery provides durability and easy maintenance, ideal for outdoor activities and family adventures.
This trim is well-suited to drivers who enjoy an active lifestyle and want a vehicle that reflects their adventurous spirit. The inclusion of blind-spot detection, lane change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert enhances safety during highway drives and urban navigation, making the Forester Sport appealing to commuters as well as weekend travelers. Outdoor enthusiasts will benefit from features like the low-profile roof rails, which accommodate gear without sacrificing the 2025 Subaru Forester Sport's athletic look.
Notable features:
- Includes most Premium trim features
- Lineartronic CVT with eight-speed manual mode
- 19-in. bronze finish aluminum alloy wheels
- Crystal Black Silica-finish folding side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- Low-profile roof rails
- Single stainless steel exhaust outlet
- StarTex® water-repellent seat upholstery
- Transmission paddle shifters
- Blind-spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross-traffic alert
​The 2025 Subaru Forester Limited
The 2025 Subaru Forester Limited offers an elevated driving experience with an emphasis on comfort, convenience, and style. Designed to make every journey smoother, this trim includes an eight-way power-adjustable front passenger seat and leather-trimmed upholstery, giving the cabin a refined and inviting feel. The foot-activated power rear gate simplifies loading and unloading cargo, ideal for those with busy lifestyles or frequent travelers.
The Limited trim is ideal for families and individuals who value convenience-oriented features that make daily routines easier. The one-touch folding rear seatbacks enhance cargo versatility, perfect for those who often carry larger items or sporting equipment. Drivers who prioritize comfort and premium touches will appreciate the heated steering wheel and leather upholstery, while the foot-activated rear gate makes grocery trips and road trips more manageable. Combining functionality with elegant interior and exterior features, the 2025 Subaru Forester Limited is a great choice for those looking for a stylish, comfortable SUV suited for daily commutes and weekend adventures alike.
Notable features:
- Includes most Premium trim features
- 18-in. dark metallic with machine finish aluminum alloy wheels
- Foot-activated power rear gate
- Leather-trimmed seat upholstery
- Eight-way power-adjustable front passenger’s seat
- Heated steering wheel
- One-touch folding rear seatbacks
The 2025 Subaru Forester Touring
The 2025 Subaru Forester Touring trim embodies the pinnacle of luxury and innovation in the Forester lineup, combining high-end technology and thoughtful design for an unparalleled driving experience. Inside, the cabin is enhanced by an 11-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio system, delivering rich sound quality for music enthusiasts. Passengers will appreciate the heated rear outboard seats, ensuring comfort even on colder days, while the leather-wrapped shifter handle adds a touch of sophistication to the interior. For drivers, the 360-degree surround view monitor and reverse automatic braking offer exceptional awareness and assistance, making parking and reversing safer and simpler. Subaru’s DriverFocus® distraction mitigation system further enhances safety by monitoring the driver’s attention, adding an extra layer of security on every journey.
The Forester Touring is tailored for those who seek a comprehensive blend of comfort, luxury, and cutting-edge technology in their SUV. Professionals, tech-savvy drivers, and families alike will benefit from the two-position driver’s seat and exterior mirror memory settings, which add convenience to shared or regular driving routines. The addition of low-profile roof rails and Crystal Black Silica side mirrors with turn signal integration accentuates the Touring's premium aesthetic, making it ideal for those who value a well-rounded, polished SUV that excels in comfort and advanced safety features.
Notable features:
- Includes most Limited trim features
- 19-in. dark gray with machine finish aluminum alloy wheels
- Crystal Black Silica-finish folding side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- Low-profile roof rails
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Leather-wrapped shifter handle
- Two-position driver's seat and exterior mirror memory settings
- 11-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system
- 11.6-in. touchscreen with SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia Navigation
- Subaru Live Traffic
- DriverFocus® distraction mitigation system
- 360-degree surround view monitor
- Reverse automatic braking
That Forester Power
Under the hood, a 2.5-liter DOHC engine generates 180 horsepower and 178 lb.-ft. of torque, delivering a balanced yet responsive drive suited for various terrains and driving conditions. This engine power, combined with the Forester’s capability to tow up to 1,500 lbs, makes it a practical choice for those seeking a compact SUV with a bit of muscle. For drivers in the area looking to upgrade, exploring the 2025 Subaru Forester for sale at Rimrock Subaru will showcase firsthand why it’s a standout in the compact SUV market.
Every 2025 Subaru Forester trim level comes equipped with Subaru's renowned Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, which provides an impressive degree of stability, traction, and control. This system is designed to continuously monitor and adjust power to each wheel, optimizing traction on rain-soaked streets, snowy paths, rough roads, and even light off-road trails. With power shifting seamlessly to the wheels with the most grip when a wheel loses traction, the Forester is always ready to adapt to changing road conditions, delivering confidence and peace of mind to drivers and passengers alike.
For those who want a fuel-efficient, reliable, and adventure-ready vehicle, the 2025 Subaru Forester for sale at Rimrock Subaru offers an ideal balance of performance and economy, setting a high bar among the best compact SUVs.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Subaru Forester offers a remarkable selection of trim levels that cater to diverse needs and preferences, making it a standout choice in the best compact SUV category. If you want to experience all that this vehicle has to offer, be sure to check out the 2025 Subaru Forester for sale at Rimrock Subaru. Discover which of the exciting 2025 Subaru Forester trim levels aligns perfectly with your lifestyle and embark on your next adventure with confidence.
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