Editing Subaru Forester (section)

=={{anchor|SL|sixth}} Sixth generation (SL; 2024)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Sixth generation
| image = Subaru Forester (SL) e-BOXER Auto Zuerich 2024 DSC 6490.jpg
| model_code = SL
| production = 2024–present
| model_years = 2025–present
| assembly = Japan: [[Ōta, Gunma]]
| engine = {{ubl
  | '''[[Petrol engine|Gasoline]]:'''
  | 1.8&nbsp;L [[Subaru CB engine|''CB18'']] H4 turbo
  | 2.5&nbsp;L [[Subaru FB engine#FB25D|''FB25 DI'']] H4
  | '''[[Petrol engine|Gasoline]] [[Hybrid electric vehicle|hybrid]]:'''
  | 2.0&nbsp;L [[Subaru FB engine#FB20D e-Boxer|''FB20D e-Boxer'']] H4 (MHEV)
  | 2.5&nbsp;L [[Subaru FB engine#FB25D|''FB25D e-Boxer'']] H4 (Strong Hybrid)
  }}
| transmission = [[List of Subaru transmissions#Subaru Lineartronic CVT TR690 and TR580|''Lineartronic'' CVT]]
| platform = [[Subaru Global Platform]]
| wheelbase = {{convert|2670|mm|in|1|abbr=on|order=flip}}
| length = {{convert|4655|mm|in|1|abbr=on|order=flip}}
| width = {{convert|1828|mm|in|1|abbr=on|order=flip}}
| weight = {{convert|NNNN|to|NNNN|lb|kg||abbr=on|order=flip}}
| height = {{convert|1730|mm|in|1|abbr=on|order=flip}}
| caption = 2024 Forester e-Boxer (Europe)
| drivetrain = [[Mild hybrid|e-Boxer MHEV]]<br >[[Hybrid vehicle drivetrain#Power-split or series-parallel hybrid|Power-split]] (Strong Hybrid)
| battery = 13.5 kw/118.4V/4.8Ah [[lithium-ion]] (MHEV)<br >1.1 kWh (Strong Hybrid)
| motor = {{convert|12.3|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} (e-Boxer)<br >{{convert|88|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}} [[AC motor|AC]] [[Synchronous motor|synchronous]] (Strong Hybrid)
}}
The sixth-generation Forester was revealed at the [[Los Angeles Auto Show]] on November 16, 2023. The Forester is still based on the Subaru Global Platform with 10% greater rigidity, exterior has design elements borrowed from other Subaru vehicles, the interior features a portrait 11.6-inch touchscreen standard on all trims except for the base model and a higher-mounted dashboard for increased space, and the 2.5-liter FB25 was carried over from the previous generation.<ref>{{Cite web |last=T. Evans |first=Brett |date=2023-11-16 |title=The 2025 Subaru Forester Is A Next-Generation Four-Wheeled Duck Boot |url=https://www.motor1.com/news/696497/2025-subaru-forester-debut/ |access-date=2024-08-05 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=2025 Subaru Forester Press Kit:SUBARU DEBUTS ALL-NEW 2025 FORESTER SUV WITH NEW STYLING, SAFETY AND IN-VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY - Subaru U.S. Media Center |url=https://media.subaru.com/newsrelease.do?id=2162&mid=1&allImage=1&teaser=2025-subaru-forester-press-kit |access-date=2024-08-05 |website=Subaru U.S. Media Center |language=en}}</ref> <gallery widths="200" heights="140">
File:Subaru Forester (SL) e-BOXER Auto Zuerich 2024 DSC 6488.jpg|2024 Forester e-Boxer (Europe)
File:2025 Subaru Forester Sport (United States) interior.jpg|Interior
</gallery>

=== Forester Wilderness ===

The off-road focused Wilderness model was revealed on February 6, 2025 for the North American market and scheduled to go on sale in late 2025 for the 2026 model year.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-06 |title=SUBARU DEBUTS NEW 2026 FORESTER WILDERNESS SUV WITH INCREASED CAPABILITY, TRAIL-READY PERFORMANCE AND REFINEMENTS - Subaru U.S. Media Center |url=https://media.subaru.com/pressrelease/2281/1/subaru-debuts-new-2026-forester-wilderness-suv-increased |access-date=2025-04-13 |website=Subaru U.S. Media Center |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2025-02-06 |title=2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness First Look: The No-Brainer Returns 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness First Look: The No-Brainer Returns |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/2026-subaru-forester-wilderness-first-look-review/ |archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20250403165005/https://www.motortrend.com/news/2026-subaru-forester-wilderness-first-look-review/ |archive-date=2025-04-03 |access-date=2025-04-13 |work=MotorTrend |language=en-US}}</ref> Mechanical changes for the Wilderness model includes {{Convert|9.3|in|mm|abbr=on}} ground clearance, 17-inch Wilderness-exclusive alloy wheels equipped with Yokohama Geolander All-Terrains tires, improved approach, breakover, and departure angles, a revised Lineartronic CVT transmission with a shorter final drive ratio and paired with advanced X-MODE® Dual Mode with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes, revised Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, and an upgraded transmission cooler with a maximum towing capacity of {{Convert|3,500|kg|lb|abbr=on}} and a temperature sensor on the rear differential. The exterior of the Wilderness model includes anodized copper accents on the bumpers, body cladding trim pieces, hexagonal LED fog lights, standard roof rails with a static load capacity of {{Convert|800|lb|kg|abbr=on}}, and underbody protection. Inside, the Wilderness model features a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with Wilderness-exclusive graphics, anodized copper accents for the interior, and StarTex® synthetic leather upholstery.

=== Markets ===

==== Europe ====
The sixth-generation Forester was released in the European market in October 2024, it is powered by the 2.0-liter FB20D e-Boxer gasoline mild hybrid powertrain.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-01 |title=Subaru Launches the All-New Forester e-BOXER in Europe |url=https://www.subaru.eu/media/subaru-launches-the-all-new-forester-e-boxer-in-europe |access-date=2025-04-24 |website=Subaru Europe}}</ref>

==== Japan ====
The sixth-generation Forester was released in Japan on April 17, 2025 in three variants: SPORT, X-BREAK S:HEV and Premium S:HEV. All three variants have the option of the Subaru EyeSight (EX) system. For powertrains, the Forester is available with 1.8-liter CB18 turbocharged gasoline and 2.5-liter FB25D gasoline hybrid (S:HEV) powertrains.<ref>{{Cite web |last=株式会社インプレス |date=2025-04-17 |title=スバル、新型「フォレスター」価格発表 ストロングハイブリッドモデルは420万2000円～ |url=https://car.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/2007441.html |access-date=2025-04-23 |website=Car Watch |language=ja}}</ref> In the Japanese market, the Forester is available with an external airbag designed specifically for cyclists, a world's first feature in the automotive industry, that deploys the airbag near the top of the hood.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Rivers |first=Stephen |date=2025-04-17 |title=Subaru’s Forester Gets The World’s First Airbag For Cyclists |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2025/04/new-subaru-airbag-catches-cyclists-before-the-windshield-does/ |work=Carscoops}}</ref>

==== North America ====
The sixth-generation Forester was released in North America in the second quarter of 2024 for the 2025 model year, in Base, Premium (only for U.S), Sport, Limited and Touring (Premier in Canada) trim levels. For the North American market, it is powered by a 2.5-liter FB25 gasoline powertrain.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-04-04 |title=SUBARU ANNOUNCES PRICING ON ALL-NEW 2025 SUBARU FORESTER SUV - Subaru U.S. Media Center |url=https://media.subaru.com/newsrelease.do?id=2151&mid=128&allImage=1&teaser=subaru-announces-pricing-all-new-2025-subaru-forester |access-date=2024-08-05 |website=Subaru U.S. Media Center |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Rufiange |first=Daniel |date=2024-05-22 |title=2025 Subaru Forester pricing announced for Canada {{!}} Car News {{!}} Auto123 |url=https://www.auto123.com/en/news/2025-subaru-forester-prices-canada/71482/ |access-date=2024-08-05 |website=Auto123 |language=en}}</ref>

The Forester Hybrid went on sale in February 2025 for the 2025 model year, powered by the 2.5-liter FB25D gasoline hybrid, it is available in Premium, Sport, Limited and Touring trims.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Gall |first=Jared |date=2025-02-06 |title=How Much Is the New 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid? |url=https://www.cars.com/articles/how-much-is-the-new-2025-subaru-forester-hybrid-504836/ |work=Cars.com}}</ref>

=== Safety, ===

==== Euro NCAP ====
{{Euro NCAP|year=2024|reference=https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/subaru/forester/53418|reference_name=Subaru Forester 2024 Results|overall_stars=5|adult_points=33.5|description=Subaru Forester 2.0i-L (LHD)|adult_percent=83|child_points=43.9|child_percent=89|pedestrian_points=54.7|pedestrian_percent=86|safety_percent=72|safety_points=13.1}}

==== IIHS ====
The 2025 model year Forester was awarded "Top Safety Pick" by [[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety|IIHS]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-03-14 |title=Subaru Earns Three 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick Awards Including IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award For Solterra |url=https://media.subaru.com/pressrelease/2294/subaru-earns-three-2025-iihs-top-safety-pick |access-date=2025-05-04 |website=Subaru U.S. Media Center |language=en}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable"
|+[[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety|IIHS]] scores (2025 model year)<ref>{{Cite web |title=2025 Subaru Forester 4-door SUV |url=https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/Subaru/forester-4-door-suv/2025 |access-date=2025-05-04 |website=IIHS-HLDI crash testing and highway safety |language=en}}</ref>
|Small overlap front 
| style="text-align:center;color:white;background:green" |Good
|-
|Moderate overlap front (updated test)
| style="text-align:center;color:black;background:yellow" |Acceptable
|-
|Side (updated test)
| style="text-align:center;color:white;background:green" |Good
|-
|Headlights 
| style="text-align:center;color:white;background:green" |Good
|-
|Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-vehicle 2.0
| style="text-align:center;color:white;background:green" |Good
|-
|Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-pedestrian 
| style="text-align:center;color:white;background:green" |Good
|-
|Seatbelt reminders
| style="text-align:center;color:white;background:green" |Good
|-
|Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use
| style="text-align:center;color:white;background:green" |Good+
|}
{{clear}}