2005 Subaru Forester
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline
23
Combined MPG
20
City MPG
27
Highway MPG
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Safety Rating
📊 Key Statistics — 2005 Subaru Forester
- Combined fuel economy: 23 MPG (20 city / 27 highway)
- Annual fuel cost: $2,600
- CO₂ emissions: 386 grams/mile
Specifications
| Make | Subaru |
| Model | Forester |
| Year | 2005 |
| Class | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Size | 2.5L |
Annual Fuel Cost
| Annual Fuel Cost (15K mi, $3.50/gal) | $2283 |
| Monthly Fuel Cost | $190 |
| Cost per Mile (fuel only) | $15¢ |
Based on 15,000 miles/year and $3.50/gallon national average.
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Subaru Forester — MPG by Year
| Year | MPG | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 35 | ↑ |
| 2025 | 35 | ↑ |
| 2024 | 29 | ↑ |
| 2023 | 29 | ↑ |
| 2022 | 29 | ↑ |
| 2021 | 29 | ↑ |
| 2020 | 29 | ↑ |
| 2019 | 29 | ↑ |
| 2018 | 28 | ↑ |
| 2017 | 28 | ↑ |
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