2009 Subaru Forester Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 5 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Third generation (SH).
- Length179.5 in
- Width70.1 in
- Height65.9 in – 66.9 in
- Wheelbase103.0 in
- Curb weight3,250 lb – 3,440 lb
- Length179.5 in
- Height65.9 in – 66.9 in
- Wheelbase103.0 in
- Curb weight3,250 lb – 3,440 lb
- Width70.1 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 2009 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: 179.5 in · 70.1 in · 65.9 in – 66.9 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x100, bore 56.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P215/65HR16.0 BSW AS, P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS, 215/65R16, 225/50R18…. Tire sizes
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- Check battery sizeGroup size
- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 179.5 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 70.1 in |
| Height | 65.9 in – 66.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 40.0 in – 41.6 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.7 in – 40.4 in |
| Front legroom | 43.1 in |
| Rear legroom | 38.0 in |
| Front shoulder room | 56.1 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.6 in |
| Front hip room | 52.9 in |
| Rear hip room | 52.7 in |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,250 lb – 3,440 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 4,480 lb – 4,525 lb |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,400 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 170 – 226 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P215/65HR16.0 BSW AS
- P225/55HR17.0 BSW AS
- 215/65R16
- 225/50R18
- 225/55R17
- 245/40R19
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger18"
- Rear14"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 35-1
- 35-2
- 35-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.4 qt
- 5W-304.4 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (5 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5X 4dr All-wheel Drive | 179.5 | 70.1 | 65.9 | 103.0 | — | 3250 |
| 2.5X L.L. Bean Edition 4dr All-wheel Drive | 179.5 | 70.1 | 66.9 | 103.0 | — | 3300 |
| 2.5X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive | 179.5 | 70.1 | 66.9 | 103.0 | — | 3300 |
| 2.5XT 4dr All-wheel Drive | 179.5 | 70.1 | 66.9 | 103.0 | — | 3440 |
| 2.5XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive | 179.5 | 70.1 | 66.9 | 103.0 | — | 3440 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Third generation (SH)): years 2009–2010. View model overview