2005 Subaru Forester Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 4 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Second generation (SG).
- Length175.2 in
- Width68.3 in
- Height65.0 in
- Wheelbase99.4 in
- Curb weight3,090 lb – 3,210 lb
- Length175.2 in
- Height65.0 in
- Wheelbase99.4 in
- Curb weight3,090 lb – 3,210 lb
- Width68.3 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2005 Subaru Forester
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 175.2 in · 68.3 in · 65.0 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x100, bore 56.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P215/60HR16.0 RBL M+S, 215/55R17, 215/60R16. Tire sizes
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Exterior dimensions
| Length | 175.2 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 68.3 in |
| Height | 65.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 39.0 in – 39.8 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.0 in – 39.8 in |
| Front legroom | 43.6 in |
| Rear legroom | 33.7 in |
| Front shoulder room | 53.5 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.6 in |
| Front hip room | 51.6 in |
| Rear hip room | 51.6 in |
| Passenger volume | 91.0 cu ft – 93.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 29.6 cu ft – 32.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,090 lb – 3,210 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 4,150 lb – 4,320 lb |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,400 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 166 – 235 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P215/60HR16.0 RBL M+S
- 215/55R17
- 215/60R16
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver22"
- Passenger19"
- Rear16"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 26R-3
- 35-2
- 35-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.4 qt
- 5W-304.2 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (4 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive | 175.2 | 68.3 | 65.0 | 99.4 | — | 3090 |
| 2.5XS 4dr All-wheel Drive | 175.2 | 68.3 | 65.0 | 99.4 | — | 3095 |
| 2.5XS L.L. Bean 4dr All-wheel Drive | 175.2 | 68.3 | 65.0 | 99.4 | — | 3095 |
| 2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive | 175.2 | 68.3 | 65.0 | 99.4 | — | 3210 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Second generation (SG)): years 2003–2005. View model overview