2025 Subaru Forester Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

16.6gal · 63 L

The 2025 Subaru Forester has a fuel tank capacity of 16.6 gallons (63 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 465–564 highway miles or 415–581 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

16.6 gal · Smaller than 61% of 2025 models we list.

Highway range
465–564 mi
City range
415–581 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
26–35 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2025 Subaru Forester fuel tank capacity by trim

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Powertrain
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 10 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 26 / 33Range 432 / 548 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT AWD 16.6 gal63 L 26 / 33 432 / 548 mi
Limited 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 26 / 33Range 432 / 548 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT AWD 16.6 gal63 L 26 / 33 432 / 548 mi
Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD Hybrid MPG 35 / 34Range 581 / 564 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT Hybrid AWD 16.6 gal63 L 35 / 34 581 / 564 mi
Premium 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 26 / 33Range 432 / 548 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT AWD 16.6 gal63 L 26 / 33 432 / 548 mi
Premium Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD Hybrid MPG 35 / 34Range 581 / 564 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT Hybrid AWD 16.6 gal63 L 35 / 34 581 / 564 mi
Sport 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 32Range 415 / 531 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT AWD 16.6 gal63 L 25 / 32 415 / 531 mi
Sport Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD Hybrid MPG 35 / 34Range 581 / 564 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT Hybrid AWD 16.6 gal63 L 35 / 34 581 / 564 mi
Touring 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 32Range 415 / 531 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT AWD 16.6 gal63 L 25 / 32 415 / 531 mi
Touring Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD Hybrid MPG 35 / 34Range 581 / 564 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT Hybrid AWD 16.6 gal63 L 35 / 34 581 / 564 mi
Wilderness 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl CVT · AWD MPG 25 / 28Range 415 / 465 mi 2.5L 4cyl CVT AWD 16.6 gal63 L 25 / 28 415 / 465 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2025 Subaru Forester goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 35 MPG, a full 16.6-gallon tank covers about 581 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full16.6564581
3/412.5423436
1/28.3282291
1/44.2141145
1/82.17173

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 429 gallons, roughly 26 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
26–35 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
255–338 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
5–7 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2025 Subaru Forester

$70.88 to fill the 16.6-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
16.6 galRegular$4.27$70.88$53.16

By region, 16.6-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$66.73
Midwest$4.27$70.88
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$61.42
Rocky Mountain$4.46$74.04
West Coast$5.42$89.97
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$97.77

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 16.6-gallon tank$70.88
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$1,830

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Forester tank size in other years

The 2025 Forester uses the same 16.6 gal tank as every Forester since 2019.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2026 Forester 16.6 gal 564 mi
2025 Forester 16.6 gal 564 mi
2024 Forester 16.6 gal 548 mi
2023 Forester 16.6 gal 548 mi
2022 Forester 16.6 gal 548 mi
2021 Forester 16.6 gal 548 mi
2020 Forester 16.6 gal 548 mi
Subaru Forester fuel tank by model year

2025 Subaru Forester vs similar 2025 SUVs

The Forester has the largest tank of the seven 2025 SUVs compared here, 16.6 gallons against 15.6 for the Chevrolet Equinox.

2025 modelTankLongest highway range
Subaru Forester 16.6 gal 564 mi
Chevrolet Equinox 14.8–15.6 gal 452 mi
GMC Terrain 14.8–15.6 gal 437 mi
Nissan Rogue 14.5 gal 537 mi
Hyundai Tucson 13.7–14.3 gal 521 mi
Kia Sportage 14.3 gal 458 mi
Honda CR-V 14.0 gal 504 mi

Other 2025 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2025 Subaru Forester fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2025 Subaru Forester, out of 4 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Park outsideStorage · Tank assembly · Filler pipe and capFeb 23, 2026 · NHTSA 26V106000 · Subaru Of America, Inc. · 69,870 vehicles

Subaru of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek hybrid, and 2025 Forester hybrid vehicles. When the fuel tank is near full capacity, an increase in ambient temperature may cause the fuel to expand and spill out of the filler neck due to an insufficient seal on the fuel cap.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and to limit the fuel level to 50% until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the fuel filler cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 16, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2025 Subaru Forester?

The 2025 Subaru Forester holds 16.6 gallons (63 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2025 Subaru Forester gas tank hold?

The 2025 Subaru Forester tank holds 63 liters, or 16.6 gallons in US gallons.

Does the 2025 Subaru Forester hybrid have a smaller gas tank?

No. Gas and Hybrid versions of the 2025 Subaru Forester use the same 16.6 gal tank.

How far can a 2025 Subaru Forester go on a full tank?

About 465–564 miles on the highway and 415–581 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2025 Subaru Forester go on a quarter tank?

About 141 highway miles or 145 in town from the 16.6-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.2 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2025 Subaru Forester take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2025 Subaru Forester?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 16.6-gallon tank from empty costs $70.88. It ranges from $61.42 in the Gulf Coast to $97.77 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2025 Subaru Forester?

About 103 pounds for the 16.6-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2025 Subaru Forester have a bigger gas tank than the Honda CR-V?

Yes. The 2025 Subaru Forester holds up to 16.6 gallons; the 2025 Honda CR-V holds up to 14.0.

Has the 2025 Subaru Forester had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2025 Subaru Forester: 26V106000 (storage · tank assembly · filler pipe and cap). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Subaru fuel system recalls).

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