Subaru keeps its entry prices steady. The 2027 Subaru Forester starts at $29,995, while the Premium Hybrid retains its $34,730 MSRP. The new Forester Wilderness Hybrid costs $40,495, just $1,000 above the gasoline Wilderness.
Subaru schedules Subaru Forester arrivals for fall 2026, with the Wilderness Hybrid due late in the year. Buyers gain another hybrid choice, but Subaru also trims the gasoline lineup.
2027 Subaru Forester Prices by Trim
The table adds Subaru's $1,475 destination charge. Totals exclude taxes, registration, dealer fees and options. Delivery charges vary in some states; Alaska adds $1,625 instead.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | With $1,475 destination |
|---|---|---|
| Base | $29,995 | $31,470 |
| Premium | $31,995 | $33,470 |
| Premium Hybrid | $34,730 | $36,205 |
| Limited | $37,595 | $39,070 |
| Sport Hybrid | $37,930 | $39,405 |
| Limited Hybrid | $38,995 | $40,470 |
| Wilderness | $39,495 | $40,970 |
| Wilderness Hybrid | $40,495 | $41,970 |
| Touring Hybrid | $41,545 | $43,020 |
Subaru drops the gasoline Sport, Sport Onyx Edition and Touring, leaving four gasoline trims and five hybrids. The gasoline Limited and Forester Wilderness gain previously optional equipment, so buyers should compare equipment alongside sticker prices.
Subaru Wilderness Hybrid: More Power, More Trail Clearance
The 2027 Subaru Forester Hybrid powertrain pairs a 2.5-liter Atkinson/Miller-cycle boxer engine with electric motors, delivering 194 total horsepower versus 180 hp for gasoline models. Its series-parallel system retains a mechanical connection between the front and rear axles for Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive.
Longer springs and shock absorbers raise the Wilderness Hybrid above the regular hybrid. Subaru supplies the following geometry:
| Measurement | Standard Forester Hybrid | Wilderness Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 8.7 inches / 221 mm | 9.3 inches / 236 mm |
| Approach angle | 19 degrees | 23.5 degrees |
| Breakover angle | 19.3 degrees | 20.6 degrees |
| Departure angle | 24.6 degrees | 25.5 degrees |
Those dimensions should reduce bumper and underbody contact on uneven trail entrances and crests. Specifically, the extra 0.6 inch of clearance adds roughly 15 mm beneath the vehicle, while 17-inch wheels carry Yokohama Geolandar all-terrain tires.
Subaru lists 30 mpg city and an estimated 481-mile range for the Wilderness Hybrid, claiming up to 25% better city fuel economy than the gasoline Wilderness. A 25% increase in mpg cuts fuel consumption per mile by 20%. Those manufacturer figures give shoppers a starting point; actual driving will determine savings.
Is the Wilderness Hybrid Worth Another $1,000?
For drivers who need Wilderness capability and rack up city miles, the small hybrid premium deserves attention. For paved commutes, the Premium Hybrid starts $5,765 lower, leaving substantial room in the household budget.
Pro-Tips
- Model your fuel costs: Assuming 15,000 annual city miles, $3.50 per gallon and 24 versus 30 mpg, fuel savings reach about $438 annually. That recovers the $1,000 premium in roughly 2.3 years, excluding financing and resale effects.
- Check towing separately: Subaru lists a 3,500-pound towing capacity for the gasoline Wilderness. Its September pricing release supplies no Wilderness Hybrid towing rating, so verify that limit before ordering a vehicle for trailer duty.
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