The Subaru Forester is a popular vehicle that combines high functionality as an SUV with a comfortable ride, and is supported by a wide range of people. In this article, we will explain in detail the latest sales and production numbers of the Forester, as well as the best-selling grades.
Forester sales figures for the first half of 2024
Subaru’s sales of the Forester in the United States in May 2024 totaled 15,345 units. This is a 45% increase from the same period last year, and it has exceeded the previous year’s performance for the second consecutive year. The Forester has already undergone a full model change, which is thought to have influenced the sales increase.
Reference: Subaru of America
Sales volume in 2022
Annual sales of Forester in 2022 were 25,096 units .
| Date | Sales volume |
|---|---|
| January 2022 | 1,691 units |
| February 2022 | 1,552 units |
| March 2022 | 5,089 units |
| April 2022 | 1,568 units |
| May 2022 | 783 units |
| June 2022 | 1,960 units |
| July 2022 | 2,605 units |
| August 2022 | 1,495 units |
| September 2022 | 1,736 units |
| October 2022 | 1,745 units |
| November 2022 | 2,417 units |
| December 2022 | 2,455 units |
| total | 25,096 units |
Subaru Forester registration numbers Source: Japan Automobile Dealers Association
Sales volume in 2023
Annual sales of the Forester in 2023 were 22,141 units.
| Date | Sales volume |
|---|---|
| January 2023 | 2,338 units |
| February 2023 | 1,752 units |
| March 2023 | 1,950 units |
| April 2023 | 1,248 units |
| May 2023 | 894 units |
| June 2023 | 1,932 units |
| July 2023 | 2,797 units |
| August 2023 | 1,694 units |
| September 2023 | 2,115 units |
| October 2023 | 2,065 units |
| November 2023 | 1,683 units |
| December 2023 | 1,673 units |
| total | 22,141 units |
Subaru Forester registration numbers Source: Japan Automobile Dealers Association
Sales volume in 2024
The number of units in the first half of 2024 appears to be unchanged from 2023.
| Date | Sales volume |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | 1,311 units |
| February 2024 | 1,581 units |
| March 2024 | 1,980 units |
| April 2024 | 1,580 units |
| May 2024 | 1,513 units |
| June 2024 | 1,400 units |
| July 2024 | 2,190 units |
| total | 11,555 units |
Subaru Forester registration numbers Source: Japan Automobile Dealers Association
Forester production volume
The monthly sales target announced on August 24, 2023, when the Forester partial improvement was released, was 1,800 units . However , as of 2024, the average production and sales volume is 1,650 units, which is below the target number.
In general, Subaru vehicles are exported at a higher rate than domestically produced, and this trend is also seen for the Forester. Therefore, it is believed that the number of units produced will far exceed the number of units sold domestically.
About the current Forester
Subaru will fully remodel the Forester, and in Japan, advance reservations will begin at dealerships on May 18, 2018. The model will be announced on June 20, 2018, and released on July 19, 2018. Furthermore, the new Forester will have a mild hybrid model, the e-BOXER, added on September 14, 2018.
The new platform, “SUBARU GLOBAL PLATFORM (SGP),” is designed to be able to accommodate a variety of power units, including not only gasoline engines but also hybrids (HVs), plug-in hybrids (PHVs), and electric vehicles (EVs), all with a single design concept.
The interior features ultra suede/genuine leather seats with excellent functionality such as support. New motor-assisted e-active shift control is adopted. Driver monitoring system is set on all grades.
The advanced driving assistance system “EyeSight” is standard on all grades. “New generation EyeSight” is adopted. The stereo camera with a significantly wider field of view recognizes the traffic environment more precisely. The operating range that supports collision avoidance has been expanded, and safe driving is supported in more situations than ever before, even at intersections.
The newly developed 1.8L horizontally opposed direct injection turbo “DIT” engine has a maximum output of 130kW (177ps) / 5,200-5,600rpm and a maximum torque of 300Nm (30.6kgfm) / 1,600-3,600rpm. The fourth generation newly developed BOXER turbo engine adopts lean combustion technology, achieving both high acceleration performance and environmental performance. The rich torque realizes a stress-free and high-quality driving experience.
Specifications of the new Subaru Forester 2024 model
| Specifications | Forester e-BOXER engine |
Forester gasoline model |
|---|---|---|
| full length | 4,640mm | 4,640mm |
| Overall width | 1,815mm | 1,815mm |
| Height | 1715–1,730mm | 1715–1,730mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670mm | 2,670mm |
| engine | 2.0L Horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine “FB20 type” + motor assist “e-BOXER” |
1.8L DOHC direct injection turbo engine “DIT” CB18 type |
| Maximum power | 107kW (145PS) / 6,000rpm |
130kW (177ps) / 5,200-5,600rpm |
| Maximum torque | 188Nm (19.2kgm) / 4,000rpm |
300Nm (30.6kgfm) / 1,600-3,600rpm |
| Motor maximum output |
10kW (13.6ps) | – |
| Motor Max Torque |
65Nm (6.6kgm) | – |
| transmission | CVT (Lineartronic) | CVT (Lineartronic) |
| Drive system | AWD | AWD |
| battery | Lithium-ion battery (4.8Ah) |
– |
| JC08 mode fuel economy | 18.6km/L | 16.5km/L |
| WLTC mode fuel economy | 14.0km/L | 13.6km/L |
New Forester partial improvement 2024 model price grade
| Model | engine | transmission | Drive system | Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STI Sport Black Interior Selection |
1.8L DOHC direct injection turbo engine “DIT” |
Lineartronic | AWD | 3,850,000 yen |
| STI Sport | 3,740,000 yen | |||
| X-BREAK | 3,465,000 yen | |||
| XT-EDITION | 3,465,000 yen | |||
| SPORT | 3,465,000 yen | |||
| Advance | 2.0L Horizontally opposed 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection + motor |
3,399,000 yen | ||
| X-BREAK | 3,300,000 yen | |||
| Touring | 3,069,000 yen | |||
| Urban Selection | 3,300,000 yen |
What are the popular grades?
The Forester is available in a variety of grades, each with its own characteristics. The most popular are the following grades:
- Advance : A premium grade that combines comprehensive equipment with a comfortable ride.
- X-BREAK : A grade with active design and functionality that stands out in outdoor scenes.
- SPORT : A grade that offers sporty driving and sophisticated design.
- STI Sport : Specially tuned by STI, this grade delivers sportier driving and a more comfortable ride.
- Urban Selection : A grade that pursues urban sophisticated design and comfort.
These grades each meet different needs and are popular with a wide range of users.
A word from the editorial department
The Subaru Forester is a popular model that combines high practicality and comfort as an SUV. Sales in the first half of 2024 were strong , and stable popularity is expected to continue in the future. Information on production numbers is limited, but the domestic sales volume and export ratio suggest that the production scale is large.
Popular grades include Advance, X-BREAK, SPORT, STI Sport, Urban Selection, etc. If you are considering purchasing a Forester, be sure to choose the grade that best suits your lifestyle and preferences.