10 trims available for 2026. Starting from $29,995 to $41,595. Compare any two trims side by side to see exactly what changes.
Most shoppers want the live lineup first, not the archive. Start with the latest year hub or jump straight into the most common trim pairs below.
Every 2026 Forester trim side by side: price, engine, horsepower, drivetrain, and efficiency. Select a trim name to open every direct comparison involving it.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Engine | Horsepower | Drivetrain | Combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $29,995 | 2.5L flat 4 | 180 hp | AWD | 29 MPG |
| Premium | $33,385 | 2.5L flat 4 | 180 hp | AWD | 29 MPG |
| Premium Hybrid | $34,730 | 2.5L flat 4 hybrid | 194 hp | AWD | 35 MPG |
| Sport | $36,105 | 2.5L flat 4 | 180 hp | AWD | 28 MPG |
| Limited | $37,695 | 2.5L flat 4 | 180 hp | AWD | 29 MPG |
| Sport Hybrid | $37,930 | 2.5L flat 4 hybrid | 194 hp | AWD | 35 MPG |
| Wilderness | $38,385 | 2.5L flat 4 | 180 hp | AWD | 26 MPG |
| Limited Hybrid | $38,995 | 2.5L flat 4 hybrid | 194 hp | AWD | 35 MPG |
| Touring Hybrid | $41,545 | 2.5L flat 4 hybrid | 194 hp | AWD | 35 MPG |
| Touring | $41,595 | 2.5L flat 4 | 180 hp | AWD | 28 MPG |
Starting MSRP excludes options and destination. Specifications reflect available data as of early 2026; confirm details with an authorized dealer before purchasing.
The 2026 Subaru Forester is available in 10 trims: Base, Premium, Premium Hybrid, Sport, Limited, Sport Hybrid, Wilderness, Limited Hybrid, Touring Hybrid, Touring. The Base is the entry point, and the Touring sits at the top of the range. All trims share the same platform and core engineering. What changes between them is features, comfort, and in some cases wheels and appearance.
Adjacent trims usually differ in tech and convenience features. Bigger jumps often include powertrain or capability changes. If you're still deciding between models, see the full Subaru hub. If you're not sure which trim level to target, our how to pick a trim guide and packages vs. trims breakdown can help.
Useful if you're still narrowing the shortlist or want to understand how trims work before committing.
Use these answers when you are still narrowing this lineup, then jump into the 2026 Forester year hub, the full Subaru hub, our trim-picking guide, or the packages vs. trims breakdown when the question turns from one model into the bigger shopping decision.
The 2026 Subaru Forester has 10 trim levels: Base, Premium, Premium Hybrid, Sport, Limited, Sport Hybrid, Wilderness, Limited Hybrid, Touring Hybrid, Touring. Prices range from $29,995 to $41,595.
Start with the trim closest to the middle of the 2026 Forester lineup, then compare one trim down and one trim up. That usually reveals whether the real value break is above the Base entry trim or closer to the better-equipped middle trims.
The Base is the entry point in the current 2026 Subaru Forester lineup, starting around $29,995 before destination and options.
The walk from the Base to the Touring is about $11,600 in the current 2026 lineup. That is the price range this hub is built to unpack before you click into a direct head-to-head page.
Most lineups add comfort and convenience equipment first (heated seats, larger screens, better audio), then save the bigger luxury or performance moves for the upper trims. Adjacent comparisons make each step visible.
TrimAtlas currently tracks 10 published trims for 2026 and 3 model years overall for the Subaru Forester. Use the direct comparison links on this page to jump straight into the most common trim walk-ups.
Open the highest adjacent matchup below the Touring first. If the step into the top trim mostly adds luxury touches, appearance upgrades, or equipment you would only notice occasionally, the better answer is usually one rung lower.
Each year hub gives you the full trim ladder, MSRP spread, and the direct comparison routes published for that model year.
These are the direct routes shoppers usually want first: entry trim versus mid-trim, mid-trim versus premium trim, and the most common upgrade decisions.
Once you know where the Forester lineup gets expensive, use these nearby rivals to pressure-test whether the better answer is another badge, not just another trim.