2027 Subaru Forester Pricing Announced: What Shoppers Need to Know
Subaru has revealed the pricing and trim lineup for the 2027 Forester SUV, and the news is mixed for buyers considering this popular compact crossover. While most models will cost the same as 2026 versions, the automaker is making significant changes to which trims are available, particularly trimming down its gas-only offerings. These adjustments signal a major shift in how manufacturers are approaching the SUV market as consumer preferences continue to lean toward hybrid technology.
Pricing Holds Steady for Most Models
The good news for budget-conscious shoppers is that base prices remain unchanged. The standard gasoline-powered Forester starts at $31,470, matching the 2026 price, while the entry-level hybrid model, the Forester Premium Hybrid, holds steady at $36,205. This pricing stability comes as a relief in an automotive market where cost increases have become routine. The hybrid powertrain combines a 2.5-liter boxer engine with electric motors and delivers 194 combined horsepower paired to a continuously variable transmission.
Several mid-range trims also maintain their 2026 pricing. The gas-only Forester Premium stays at $33,470, while hybrid variants like the Sport Hybrid ($39,405), Limited Hybrid ($40,470), and Touring Hybrid ($43,020) keep their existing prices. This consistency gives buyers predictable pricing when shopping for an SUV that balances capability with fuel economy, especially in a segment where hybrid options are becoming increasingly competitive.
Gas Only Lineup Gets Smaller
The major change for 2027 involves the discontinuation of three nonhybrid Forester trims: the Sport, Sport Onyx Edition, and Touring models. This trimming of the gas-only roster reflects an industry-wide trend as manufacturers allocate resources toward electrified powertrains. For shoppers committed to traditional gasoline engines, choices are now limited to four configurations: Base, Premium, Wilderness, and Limited.
The gas-only Forester Limited sees a price increase of $1,625, jumping from the 2026 level to $39,070. More significantly, the Forester Wilderness gas model is climbing $2,525 to reach $40,970. These increases are steeper than the baseline pricing, suggesting that Subaru is positioning premium off-road capability as a premium feature even in the nonhybrid segment.
Hybrid Lineup Expands with New Wilderness Option
Where Subaru is doubling down is on hybrid technology. The 2027 hybrid Forester now offers five trim levels compared to four previously. The new addition is the Forester Wilderness Hybrid, Subaru’s first Wilderness variant with hybrid power, starting at $41,970, which is $1,000 more than the gas-only Wilderness. This new model represents Subaru’s confidence in the Wilderness subbrand, which has proven wildly popular since launching on the Outback in 2021 and now makes up over 13 percent of all Forester sales.
The hybrid Forester lineup includes the Premium Hybrid (base), Sport Hybrid, Wilderness Hybrid, Limited Hybrid, and Touring Hybrid. All hybrid models share the same powertrain technology and benefit from improved fuel economy compared to their gas-only counterparts. For shoppers considering an SUV that offers both capability and efficiency, hybrid SUVs are becoming mainstream options across the market.
New Standard Features on Wilderness Models
Both the gas-only and hybrid Wilderness models come with upgraded equipment that previously required optional purchases. A Harman/Kardon stereo system, power liftgate, 12.3-inch digital gauge display, and built-in navigation are now standard on these rugged variants. This bundling of formerly optional features adds real value to Wilderness purchasers and acknowledges that buyers seeking off-road capability often want premium creature comforts as well.
The Forester Wilderness Hybrid’s inclusion represents Subaru’s bet that buyers want authentic outdoor capability without sacrificing modern conveniences or fuel economy. The hybrid powertrain trades some driving dynamics for improved efficiency without compromising the genuine all-terrain positioning of the Wilderness nameplate.
What This Means for Buyers
If you prefer traditional gasoline engines, the 2027 Forester offers stable pricing but fewer trim options. You’ll need to choose between Base, Premium, Wilderness, or Limited configurations. If hybrid efficiency interests you, the SUV market continues evolving toward electrified powertrains, and Subaru is responding with expanded hybrid choices across price points.
The 2027 Subaru Forester lineup will begin arriving at dealerships later in the year. Shoppers should plan to visit dealers soon to test drive these models and understand how the revised trim structure aligns with their budget and feature priorities. The discontinuation of some gas-only trims suggests that if you want nonhybrid power, availability may become more limited as the model year progresses.
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