Two people on off-road bicycles next to a muddy 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness in white in the middle of a forest.

Love of adventure, elevated. 2026 Forester Wilderness

Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Off-Road SUV

The new 2026 Forester Wilderness has a daring new look to match your boldest adventures. With a completely redesigned exterior, new connected technology, and ground clearance increased to 9.3 inches for 2026, the Forester Wilderness delivers even more off-road capability and rugged style. With standard off-road-ready engineering including legendary Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, front underbody protection, and 3,500 pounds of towing capacity[1], the Forester Wilderness is built for boundless exploration.

Highlights Specs at a Glance

Legendary
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

MPG up to
28/24
(Hwy/City)[2]

Exterior

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Geyser Blue - 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness Shown



Not all colors are available on all trims, additional costs may be incurred based on color selected.

Interior

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Gray Textured StarTex - 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness Shown

The 2026 Forester Wilderness

The 2026 Forester Wilderness

Includes these key features:

  • Raised suspension with 9.2 inches of ground clearance
  • 17-inch matte black-finish alloy wheels and Yokohama GEOLANDAR® all-terrain tires
  • Dual-function X-MODE® with Hill Descent Control
  • StarTex® water-repellent upholstery
  • 180-Degree Front-View Monitor
  • Anodized Copper-finish interior and exterior accents

2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness: Frequently Asked Questions

What is new on the 2026 Forester Wilderness?

A completely redesigned exterior, new connected technology and ground clearance increased to 9.3 inches for 2026. It is the most off-road-capable Forester Subaru builds.

How much ground clearance does the Forester Wilderness have?

9.3 inches for 2026, up from the previous model. Paired with front underbody protection, that is what lets the Wilderness clear rocks and ruts on White Mountain forest roads.

How much can the 2026 Forester Wilderness tow?

3,500 pounds, which covers a small camper, a boat or a pair of sleds on a trailer.

What is the Forester Wilderness MPG?

Up to 28 MPG highway and 24 MPG city. The off-road tires and gearing trade a few MPG against the standard Forester, which is rated up to 33 MPG highway.

Is the Wilderness worth it over a standard Forester?

If you drive dirt roads, tow, or park at a trailhead more than a few times a year, yes. The clearance, underbody protection and all-terrain hardware are not available on other trims. If you mostly commute, a Premium or Limited returns better fuel economy.

Where can I see a Forester Wilderness near Manchester?

Ira Subaru Manchester at 205 John E Devine Drive, convenient to Bedford, Goffstown and Concord. Call (603) 506-6950 to confirm Wilderness availability before you drive over.

Still have questions about the 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness? Call (603) 506-6950 or browse our new Subaru inventory.