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2011 Subaru Forester Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in |
| Length | 179.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3300 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Subaru Forester
| 2011 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
leather seat "baquet" has very good lateral control, but leather is slippery on braking see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Enough room to feel comfortable, even at 6 feet tall. The fact that the Premium Trim package allows rear seats to recline a bit helps a lot as well. see full Subaru Forester review |
2011 Subaru Forester 4-door SUV Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | 2.5 X | 2.5 X Premium | 2.5 XT Premium | 2.5 X Limited | 2.5 X Touring | 2.5 XT Touring |
| Standard Engine | 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5800 174 lb-ft@4100 | 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5800 174 lb-ft@4100 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 | 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5800 174 lb-ft@4100 | 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5800 174 lb-ft@4100 | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | ||||
| Standard Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Standard Tires | 215/55HR16 tires | 225/55HR17 tires | 225/55HR17 tires | 225/55HR17 tires | 225/55HR17 tires | 225/55HR17 tires |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2011 Subaru Forester
| 2011 Subaru Forester Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
AWD system works great in ice and snow see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The engine is adequate but nothing to write home about, but the AWD system is by most accounts the best in the segment. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
best on the market : AWD is a marvel see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Once warmed up the engine is smooth strong and relatively quiet at all speeds. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Subaru All Wheel Drive. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2011 Subaru Forester Powertrain: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Just turned 72k on this little car that I really DID love. Checked the oil at 2000 miles since change....about .75 qts. low. Thought I must have under filled it at last change. About 500 miles later another .5 qt. low. Out of warranty. Up to a quart every 1200 is within Subaru's warranty limits. Googled it and found they're being sued over the 2011 through 2014s for excess oil consumption (defective oil rings see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
So far not impressed with reliability. High oil consumption, loud rumbling noises from engine compartment at 2200-2800 RPM, leaky cam seal. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Going up the same steep hill, the Forester managed, but the TDI had power to spare and the difference was compelling. Forester X Ltd nice as it was just could not compete with the diesel in performance. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 4 cylinder engine combined with the 4 speed automatic provides a decent city driving experience but on the highway it was found to be lacking in power. With the turbo you get worse mileage, have to use premium fuel and have less interior/cargo space. see full Subaru Forester review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2011 Subaru Forester
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2011 Subaru Forester.
2011 Subaru Forester MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 4dr SUV | 2.5 X | 20,495 | 19,397 | 725 |
| 4dr SUV | 2.5 X Premium | 23,195 | 21,869 | 725 |
| 4dr SUV | 2.5 XT Premium | 26,995 | 25,316 | 725 |
| 4dr SUV | 2.5 X Limited | 26,495 | 24,814 | 725 |
| 4dr SUV | 2.5 X Touring | 27,995 | 26,186 | 725 |
| 4dr SUV | 2.5 XT Touring | 29,995 | 28,084 | 725 |
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