Our 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness is powered by a revised 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine producing 180 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain is tuned for strong low-RPM response—ideal for trail driving and crawling over obstacles. Paired with a Lineartronic CVT that features a shorter final-drive ratio and an upgraded transmission cooler, it also boasts a 3,500-pound towing capacity—the highest in the Forester lineup.

We’ve improved off-road capability with a lifted suspension, giving the Wilderness its class-leading ground clearance, along with optimized approach, breakover, and departure angles. The dual-function X-MODE adapts traction and throttle for different terrain conditions, giving you confidence when navigating gravel, mud, snow, or steep inclines.

• 2.5L BOXER engine (180 hp / 178 lb-ft)
• Lineartronic CVT with shorter final-drive ratio
• 3,500-lb towing capacity
• 9.3″ ground clearance
• Trail-tuned approach/breakover/departure angles
• Dual-Mode X-MODE (Snow/Dirt & Deep Snow/Mud)

2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness stands out with bold, functional styling. The front end features a rugged new grille, hexagonal LED fog lights, and protective lower cladding. Gold-toned exterior accents give the Wilderness a signature look, while 17″ matte-black wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires emphasize both utility and confidence.

Inside, the cabin is ready for adventure with durable StarTex® water-repellent upholstery and copper-accented trim. Available heated and ventilated front seats offer all-season comfort, while heavy-duty roof rails rated for up to 800 pounds of static load make transporting gear or a rooftop tent a breeze.

• Rugged front fascia and LED fog lights
• 17″ matte-black wheels with all-terrain tires
• Gold-accented exterior trim
• Water-repellent StarTex® upholstery
• Copper interior accents & heated/ventilated seats
• Roof rails with 800-lb static load capacity

2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness model pairs rugged performance with smart technology. The cabin features a standard 11.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, wireless device charging, and a high-resolution digital instrument cluster that includes exclusive Wilderness graphics.

On the safety side, the Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist suite comes standard, offering features like automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot detection. Combined with dual-function X-MODE and a robust body structure, the Wilderness is equipped to handle your everyday drives and off-road excursions with peace of mind.

• 11.6″ touchscreen with wireless smartphone integration
• Wireless device charging
• 12.3″ digital instrument cluster with Wilderness graphics
• EyeSight® suite: AEB, ACC, LKA, BSM, cross-traffic alert
• Dual-Mode X-MODE for enhanced off-road traction