If you’re looking for a brand-new SUV for outdoor excursions, look no further than this year’s version of the Subaru Forester. It’s one of the roomier SUVs to hit the market, although it maintains many of the same features as the previous generation.
The dimensions of the 2022 Subaru Forester are 182.7 inches (464 centimeters) from bumper to bumper, 71.5 inches (182 centimeters) from side to side, and stands 67.5 inches (171 centimeters) tall.
For the remainder of this guide, I’ll go into greater detail about the dimensions of the Subaru Forester. You should be able to determine whether or not this SUV is as spacious as you’d like.
2022 Subaru Forester Dimensions
When it comes to the dimensions of the Subaru Forester—or any vehicle, for that matter—there are 2 things to take note of. The first is the exterior dimensions of the car, which will show you whether or not your driveway and/or garage can accommodate it. The second is the interior dimensions to know how much leg room, head room, and cargo space the car provides.
For your information, all of the figures were taken directly from the official Subaru website, as well as the official 2022 Subaru Forester Specifications e-booklet (PDF).
Exterior Dimensions
To kick things off, let’s take a look at the exterior dimensions of the 2022 Subaru Forester.
| Exterior | Size (inches) | Size (centimeters) |
| Length | 182.7 | 462 |
| Width | 71.5 | 182 |
| Height | 67.5 | 171 |
| Height with roof rails | 68.1 | 173 |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 | 267 |
| Front Track | 61.6 | 156 |
| Rear Track | 61.8 | 157 |
| Ground Clearance | 8.7 | 22 |
| Wheel Diameter | 7 | 18 |
It’s important to note that the figures listed above are in regards to the standard Subaru Forester model. In 2022, Subaru has developed 6 trim options with minute differences between them. I’ll briefly cover the differences in exterior dimensions in the table below.
| Exterior | Forester | Premium | Sport | Wilderness | Limited | Touring |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in. 267 cm | 105.1 in. 267 cm | 105.1 in. 267 cm | 104.9 in. 266 cm | 105.1 in. 267 cm | 105.1 in. 267 cm |
| Front Track | 61.6 in. 156 cm | 61.6 in. 156 cm | 61.6 in. 156 cm | 61.4 in 155 cm | 61.6 in. 156 cm | 61.6 in. 156 cm |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in. 157 cm | 61.8 in. 157 cm | 61.8 in. 157 cm | 61.4 in 155 cm | 61.8 in. 157 cm | 61.8 in. 157 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.7 in. 22 cm | 8.7 in. 22 cm | 8.7 in. 22 cm | 9.2 in. 23 cm | 8.7 in. 22 cm | 8.7 in. 22 cm |
Interior Dimensions
The following table will describe the interior dimensions of the standard 2022 Subaru Forester in detail.
| Interior | Size | Size |
| Front Headroom | 41.2 inches | 105 centimeters |
| Rear Headroom | 39.6 inches | 101 centimeters |
| Front Legroom | 43.3 inches | 110 centimeters |
| Rear Legroom | 39.4 inches | 100 centimeters |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.1 inches | 148 centimeters |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 57.2 inches | 145 centimeters |
| Front Hip Room | 54.5 inches | 138 centimeters |
| Rear Hit Room | 53.5 inches | 136 centimeters |
| Total Passenger Volume | 111.6 cubic feet | 3.16 cubic meters |
| Cargo Length (Rear Seat Up) | 35.7 inches | 91 centimeters |
| Cargo Length (Rear Seat Down) | 69.9 inches | 178 centimeters |
| Cargo Width | 43.3 inches | 110 centimeters |
| Cargo Height | 34.8 inches | 88 centimeters |
| Cargo Volume (Rear Seat Up) | 28.9 cubic feet | 0.82 cubic meters |
| Cargo Volume (Rear Seat Down) | 74.2 cubic feet | 2.10 cubic meters |
Similar to the Forester’s exterior, there are minor differences in interior dimensions between Forester trim types. This table will show you how the interior differs between them.
| Interior | Forester | Premium | Sport | Wilderness | Limited | Touring |
| Front Headroom | 41.2 in. 105 cm | 40.2 in. 102 cm | 40.2 in. 102 cm | 40.2 in. 102 cm | 40.2 in. 102 cm | 40.2 in. 102 cm |
| Rear Headroom | 39.6 in. 101 cm | 37.6 in. 96 cm | 37.6 in. 96 cm | 37.6 in. 96 cm | 37.6 in. 96 cm | 37.6 in. 96 cm |
| Passenger Volume | 111.6 ft3 3.16 m3 | 107.6 ft3 3.05 m3 | 107.6 ft3 3.05 m3 | 107.6 ft3 3.05 m3 | 107.6 ft3 3.05 m3 | 107.6 ft3 3.05 m3 |
| Cargo Volume (Rear Seat Up) | 28.9 ft3 0.82 m3 | 26.9 ft3 0.76 m3 | 26.9 ft3 0.76 m3 | 26.9 ft3 0.76 m3 | 26.9 ft3 0.76 m3 | 26.9 ft3 0.76 m3 |
| Cargo Volume (Rear Seat Down) | 74.2 ft3 2.10 m3 | 69.1 ft3 1.96 m3 | 69.1 ft3 1.96 m3 | 69.1 ft3 1.96 m3 | 69.1 ft3 1.96 m3 | 69.1 ft3 1.96 m3 |
FAQ About the Subaru Forester
1. How many passengers can the Subaru Forester seat?
The 2022 Subaru Forester has 5 seats in total—2 in the front for the driver and 1 passenger, and 3 sets in the second row for 3 passengers. The Subaru Forester is a small-sized SUV that does not come with a third row of seats. Instead, the rear of the vehicle’s interior is reserved for cargo.
2. How much weight can the Subaru Forester tow?
At max, the 2022 Subaru Forester has a maximum towing weight of 3,000 pounds (1,361 kilograms), provided that you have hitched the trailer correctly. The exact towing weight may differ between trim types. In addition, the roof racks found on top of the Subaru Forester have a maximum weight capacity of 800 pounds (363 kilograms).
3. How does the Subaru Forester’s trunk compare to the Subaru Outback?
As previously indicated, the dimensions of the 2022 Subaru Forester’s cargo space (trunk) measures between 35.7 × 43.3 × 34.8 inches (91 × 110 × 88 centimeters) and 69.9 × 43.3 × 34.8 inches (178 × 110 × 88 centimeters), depending on whether or not the rear seats are up or down. The total cargo space ranges between 28.9 and 74.2 cubic feet (0.82 and 2.10 cubic meters).
I’ve created a Subaru Outback Trunk Dimensions and Guidelines you can check out for more details about the sedan/hatchback hybrid. In a nutshell, its trunk measures up to 75 × 43.3 × 32.1 inches (191 × 110 × 82 centimeters) with a maximum cargo volume of 75.7 cubic feet (2.14 cubic meters). So, the Outback can carry slightly more cargo than the Forester.
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