2026 Subaru Forester for Sale in Sterling, VA

Even though the Subaru Forester was fully redesigned last year, Subaru of America wasn't done boosting the appeal of this compact SUV. Enter the all-new Wilderness trim, which joins the 2026 Subaru Forester lineup as the clear choice for drivers seeking off-road dominance. With this new addition, there are now six trims for Subaru of Sterling customers to be excited about.

Power and Performance

Every trim pairs Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive® and a Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission to a 2.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine. This powertrain achieves 180 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, along with superb EPA-estimated fuel economy of up to 26 mpg city and 33 mpg hwy.

If you opt for the Wilderness trim, you'll get several performance upgrades. These include a raised suspension with 9.3 inches of ground clearance, Yokohama GEOLANDAR® all-terrain tires, and Dual-Function X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control.

Cargo and Towing

The high cargo and towing capability of this new Subaru SUV are virtually unmatched. Not only does it boast 74.4 cubic feet of total cargo space, but it also offers up to 110.8 cubic feet of passenger space. The 2026 Subaru Forester also delivers these on the towing front. Standard towing capacity reaches 1,500 lbs, while the Wilderness trim more than doubles that number to 3,500 lbs.

Infotainment

The Base trim lays the infotainment foundation with dual 7-inch center touchscreens, a four-speaker sound system, and smartphone connectivity for Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. From here, all trims upgrade to an 11.6-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, and six-speaker audio. The Touring trim boasts the most infotainment amenities: along with the other features, it adds a navigation system and 11-speaker Harman Kardon® premium audio.

Safety

Top safety ratings and high-tech safety systems confirm this SUV as one of the best family vehicles on the road. The award-winning EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology suite is standard on all trims-a Sterling, VA, Subaru dealer can show you everything it features, including Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. Plus, we'll introduce you to available safety tech such as Automatic Emergency Steering and a 360-degree Surround-View Monitor.

Test-Drive the 2026 Subaru Forester

Coming off a full redesign and with the spectacular Wilderness trim now in the lineup, the 2026 Subaru Forester is firing on all cylinders. Get prequalified online for Subaru finance and then visit Subaru of Sterling to experience this top-tier SUV.