Subaru Forester towing capacityUp to 3,500 lb, by year and engine
The 2026 Subaru Forester tows up to 3,500 lb with the Wilderness, when properly equipped. What yours can tow depends on its year, engine, cab, axle and tow package.
- Max towing
- 3,500 lb
- 2026 · Wilderness
- In kilograms
- 1,588 kg
Subaru Forester towing capacity by year and engine
The highest rating for each engine, from the maker's towing guides and specifications.
| Years | Engine | Max towing | kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wilderness | 3,500 lb | 1,588 |
| 2022–2025 | Wilderness | 3,000 lb | 1,361 |
These are maximums for a properly equipped vehicle with the right tow package and axle. Your own limit is on the door-jamb sticker and in the owner's manual, and passengers, cargo and the trailer's tongue weight all count against payload.
Where these figures come from
- subaru.com 2026 Forester Wilderness
- Subaru 2025 Forester Wilderness pricing release
Subaru Forester towing questions
What is the Subaru Forester's towing capacity?
The 2026 Subaru Forester tows up to 3,500 lb with the Wilderness, when properly equipped. Other engines and configurations are rated lower.
How much can a 2022–2025 Subaru Forester tow?
Up to 3,000 lb with the Wilderness.
Towing with your Forester?
Roadtrip shows what a drive costs in fuel and where to fill up on the way.
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