2024 Subaru Forester MPG & Performance

Since its debut in 1998, Subaru has produced five generations of the Forester. This adventure SUV is now back for its sixth iteration with an impressive facelift for the 2024 model year.

Need responsive power while cornering a winding road or reliable traction when it’s raining? Your new SUV should handle these obstacles and more. What about fuel economy? Modern SUVs prioritize gas mileage to stop you from wasting money on fuel costs. You’ll get all these benefits and more with the 2024 Subaru Forester. Our team at Hiley Subaru of Fort Worth is excited to provide an overview of its powerful performance and excellent efficiency. view our new Subaru inventory or learn more give us a call at (682) 307-4183 today!

Fuel Efficiency

As gas prices rise, owning a fuel-efficient vehicle is essential to saving money. Let’s look at how the 2024 Subaru Forester can help you stick to your budget and go the distance with good fuel economy.

City and Highway Ratings

Whether you commute by highway around Dallas-Fort Worth or drive into the city, you’ll appreciate the Forester’s eco-friendly design. This Subaru SUV saves gas, getting 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. Plus, with its 16.6-gallon fuel tank, you’ll enjoy a driving range of approximately 540 miles on a full tank, equaling fewer trips to the gas station to fill up.

Fuel-Saving Technologies

Innovative fuel-saving technologies, such as direct fuel injection, help improve the Forester’s fuel efficiency. Direct injection works by injecting the engine’s cylinders directly with highly pressurized fuel, boosting the SUV’s fuel economy. Other perks to direct injection include lower emissions and easier cold starts so you can rely on your Subaru’s engine to start up every time, no matter the climate.

Dynamic Engine Performance

Subaru’s engines make its vehicles stand out against the competition. The 2024 Forester is outfitted with a dynamic engine that delivers quality performance in responsiveness and acceleration. Here are some of the engine specs that make this compact SUV fun to drive.

Engine Specifications

The Forester features Subaru’s most powerful engine, a 2.5-liter aluminum alloy SUBARU BOXER with 16 valves and four cylinders. Its dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) and dual active valve control system (DAVCS) work together to help the engine generate 182 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 176 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. The DOHC allows the SUBARU BOXER engine to run at high speeds and produce more horsepower at a smaller engine displacement. The DAVCS supports the DOHC with more control and better timing in opening and closing the intake and exhaust valves to improve the engine’s performance.

Acceleration and Speed

Do you want smooth acceleration while you drive? You’ll get it with the 2024 Subaru Forester. This compact SUV features unique systems that enhance its acceleration and speed. The SI-DRIVE enables two modes of vehicle performance characteristics: engine and transmission regulation and fine-tuning the throttle. The Vehicle Dynamic Control system monitors the wheel speed and steering wheel position to provide lateral acceleration for maximum traction when your tires hit the road.

Thanks to these systems, the Forester can go zero to 60 mph in 9 seconds, which is important for merging onto highways. In addition, the top speed of 150 mph helps you navigate various driving scenarios effortlessly.

Handling and Stability

The weather in Fort Worth, Texas, is unpredictable. It might be sunny when you head to work, and suddenly, there’s a hailstorm when you leave. Regardless of the inclement weather you might face, you can travel with confidence because of the Forester’s impressive handling and stability specs.

Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

Symmetrical all-wheel drive is standard across all trim levels of the 2024 Subaru Forester. It delivers power to all four wheels and constantly evaluates the SUV’s acceleration, braking, and cornering to adjust the power when necessary. If a wheel slips on a slick road, the wheel drive system kicks in to instantly transfer power to the wheels with the most grip. 

When you drive the 2024 Subaru Forester, you won’t have to worry if you’re caught in a Texas thunderstorm or lose sight of the road ahead. This system works hard to optimize the SUV’s traction across several terrains, from flat to bumpy. The symmetrical all-wheel drive also improves handling in challenging weather conditions.

Suspension and Steering

Another standard feature across all 2024 Forester trims is the four-wheel independent suspension. It has a strut-type suspension with a lower L-arm in the front, a double wishbone suspension in the rear, and a stabilizer bar in the front and rear. Paired with responsive electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, you’ll get an even and controlled ride across various terrains. 

Off-Road Capabilities

Hit the trails at the Northwest OHV Park in nearby Bridgeport, Texas, with the 2024 Subaru Forester. Its ground clearance and special traction systems make this compact SUV an off-road-worthy vehicle.

Ground Clearance

If you explore the Northwest OHV Park’s 300 acres and over 25 miles of trails, you’ll need your SUV to handle rough terrains easily. The 2024 Forester has an excellent ground clearance of 8.7 inches on the Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, and Touring trims. Need more clearance? Upgrade to the adventure-ready Wilderness trim for an impressive 9.2 inches of ground clearance.

X-MODE and Hill-Descent Control

Looking for the best control while off-roading in your SUV? Engage the Subaru Forester’s X-MODE, a system that enhances the all-wheel drive’s engagement, decreases individual wheelspin, and optimizes traction on low-friction surfaces. X-MODE is available on all 2024 Forester trims except the base model. Dual-function X-MODE or Low Speed/Low Ratio Gradient Control is available on select trims.

Another exciting off-roading feature on the X-MODE is the hill-descent control. This system allows you to maintain the Forester’s speed while traveling downhill. You’ll descend steep slopes safely with lots of control.

Check Out the 2024 Subaru Forester at Hiley Subaru of Fort Worth

Ready to test-drive the 2024 Subaru Forester? Contact one of our Hiley Subaru of Fort Worth sales professionals at 682-564-1895 to schedule an appointment today, or browse our expansive inventory of Subarus in Fort Worth, Texas. Ask about our new car specials or apply for financing online for extra savings on your next vehicle purchase.