Pick a year below to open the full Subaru Forrester page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.

Subaru Forrester max tow rating, last 2 model years

Year-over-year max tow rating for the Subaru Forrester, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.

Recent Subaru Forrester years (2005–2009)

Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.

Year Trims on file Max tow (lb)
2009 Subaru Forrester 1 2,400
2008 Subaru Forrester 1 2,400

All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.