2022 Subaru Forester towing capacity
The 2022 Subaru Forester is published in 6 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (3,000 lb) sits in light utility / small-trailer territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 2022 Subaru Forester with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base 4dr All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 3.7 | 1,000 | — | 3,454 | 1,437 |
| Premium 4dr All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 3.7 | 1,000 | — | 3,528 | 1,363 |
| Sport 4dr All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 3.7 | 1,000 | — | 3,538 | 1,353 |
| Limited 4dr All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 3.7 | 1,000 | — | 3,552 | 1,339 |
| Wilderness 4dr All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 4.11 | 3,000 | — | 3,620 | 1,271 |
| Touring 4dr All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — | 3.7 | 1,000 | — | 3,594 | 1,297 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2021
The 2021 Subaru Forester carried a maximum tow rating of 1,500 lb. The 2022 model adds 1,500 lb on top of that — usually a sign the manufacturer added a tow package option, refreshed the powertrain, or revised hitch class certification. See the 2021 Subaru Forester page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2022 Subaru models
The rest of Subaru's 2022 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2022 Subaru Ascent | 5,000 |
| 2022 Subaru Outback | 3,500 |
| 2022 Subaru Legacy | 3,000 |
| 2022 Subaru Impreza | 2,000 |
| 2022 Subaru Crosstrek | 1,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.