A Complete Look Inside The Subaru Forester Interior

The Subaru Forester interior is a thing of beauty. Premium upholstery options, advanced tech features, ample comforts and conveniences, and plenty of headroom and legroom will have you and your passengers comfortable on every drive. Explore our guide from the team at Sutherlin Subaru of Huntington Beach to learn more about the interior amenities, dimensions, colors, and materials of the 2026 Forester.

Subaru Forester Trim Levels

Which variant has your favorite interior? Subaru Forester trims all vary in standard and available features, materials, and colors. Below is a list of the 2026 trim levels in order; we'll then cover equipment in the next sections:

• Subaru Forester Base
• Subaru Forester Premium
• Subaru Forester Sport
• Subaru Forester Wilderness
• Subaru Forester Limited
• Subaru Forester Touring

Subaru Forester Interior Features

Standard Subaru Forester interior amenities include manually adjustable front seats, cloth upholstery, a 4.2-inch color LCD display, and EyeSight Driver Assist Technology. Let's discover what else this SUV has in store in various categories, offered as standard or available.

Comfort and Convenience

• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Heated rear outboard seats
• Cloth, StarTex, or leather upholstery
• Leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel
• Auto up/down driver and passenger windows with anti-pinch protection
• Dual-zone automatic climate control system

Technology and Infotainment

The base model comes with a dual 7-inch multimedia system, while all others boast a larger 11.6-inch touchscreen display. Additional technology and infotainment amenities are below:

• 12.3-inch configurable digital instrument cluster
• Wireless device charging
• Wired or wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Harman Kardon® premium audio system
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability
• Front and rear USB charging ports

Safety and Driver Assist

Every Forester model comes standard with the following safety and driver-assist technologies:

• Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
• Pre-Collision Braking
• Lane Departure and Sway Warning
• Lane Keep Assist
• Automatic Emergency Steering
• High Beam Assist

Available safety perks include the DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System, Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Reverse Automatic Braking, a 360-Degree Surround View Monitor, and a 180-Degree Front-View Monitor.

Subaru Forester Interior Dimensions

Let's talk size. One of the most important parts of any Subaru Forester interior review is dimensions, as passenger comfort is high on the list of many buyers. To start, the exterior measurements are up to 183.3 inches long, 72.4 inches wide, and 69.3 inches tall, which translates into a spacious interior.

Passenger Space

• Headroom (front/rear): 40-41.2/37.7-39.6 inches
• Shoulder room (front/rear): 57.7/56.7 inches
• Legroom (front/rear): 43.3/39.4 inches
• Passenger volume: 106.6-110.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space

When it comes to cargo storage, the Subaru Forester excels. It offers up to 29.6 cubic feet behind the back seats, but that expands to a total of 74.4 cubic feet with the 60/40-split flat-folding rear seatbacks engaged.

Subaru Forester Interior Colors and Materials

There are several colorways and fabric combinations for the Subaru Forester interior, and many vary depending on the trim and configuration. For example, if you want a Subaru Forester brown interior, you can get it when you select the Touring model with leather seats. Here are all the choices:

• Gray cloth
• Premium black cloth
• Premium gray cloth
• Gray sport StarTex
• Gray textured StarTex
• Gray leather
• Black leather
• Touring brown leather
• Touring black leather

Subaru Forester Packages and Accessories

In addition to the standard and available features throughout the lineup of new Subaru Forester vehicles, you can choose packages and accessories to further customize your favorite trim. Packages include the following:

• Optional Package for Premium trim: Power rear gate and Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Optional Package for Sport trim: Harman Kardon® audio system, power rear gate, and Reverse Automatic Braking
• Optional Package for Wilderness trim: 11.6-inch multimedia system with navigation, Harman Kardon® audio system, power rear gate, and digital gauge cluster
• Optional Package for Limited trim: 11.6-inch multimedia system with navigation, Harman Kardon® audio system, and Reverse Automatic Braking

Accessories can subtly or significantly elevate your interior, adding both convenience and comfort. Ask your Subaru dealership about the following – and more:

• Auto-dimming smart mirror with compass and HomeLink®
• All-weather floor liners
• Rear seatback protector
• Door projector lights
• Illuminated side sill plates
• Organizer and pet rear seat extender
• Pet rear door protector
• Pet-friendly padded cargo liner
• Rear seat cover

What's New for the 2026 Interior of Subaru Forester Models?

The 2026 Subaru Forester lineup offers few interior upgrades, including a revised front center console. It features larger cupholders and adds a designated space for a smartphone. The center armrest and console box are also larger, as are the rear cupholders. The rear seatbelt mounting positions have also been updated for 2026. Of course, the Wilderness trim is also all-new for the model year, boasting StarTex seating surfaces with copper stitching, all-weather floor mats, and a cargo tray. Contact us to learn more.

Subaru Forester Interior: Conclusion

Our Subaru Forester interior review aims to be comprehensive, but there's nothing like getting behind the wheel. Get an in-depth impression of this comfortable and spacious SUV when you come take it for a test drive!

With cloth, leather, and StarTex upholstery options, as well as heated and ventilated front seats available, it's hard not to relax in this SUV. Shop our inventory online and look at the features on each listing page to see what's included.

You can also browse our rotating used Subaru Forester vehicles, which often offer many similar amenities, depending on the year.

If you're ready to take the Forester home, you can handle all your Subaru financing or leasing needs right here at Sutherlin Subaru of Huntington Beach. We are happy to help in any way we can!

FAQ

What interior features make the Subaru Forester good for families?

There are many interior features that make the Subaru Forester great for families. For instance, the available leather and StarTex upholstery options are comfortable and easy to clean, while the available heated rear seats can keep the kids warm on cold days. The rear seat can recline in select trims, and the large cargo area is great for school and sports gear.

How does the Subaru Forester interior compare to other compact SUVs?

The Subaru Forester interior stands out among compact SUVs for its generous measurements and practical cabin layout. As just one example, it offers more total passenger volume than the Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, and Mazda CX-5. It also offers up to 18.1 cubic feet more total cargo space than the Mazda CX-5. Contact Sutherlin Subaru of Huntington Beach to learn more about how else it compares.

Are there major differences between the Forester trim levels inside the cabin?

Yes, the interior of the Forester varies depending on the trim. For example, the Base and Premium variants come with cloth seats, while higher trims offer leather or StarTex upholstery. Screen sizes vary, too: the Base has a dual 7-inch system, and the remaining trims boast an 11.6-inch display. Top editions also feature a Harman Kardon® audio system and add upgrades like heated front and rear seats.

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