White 2026 Subaru Forester on a wooded dirt trail

2026 Subaru Forester,
Topeka, KS

Starting MSRP at $29,995*

Gas Hybrid

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Love begins with trust.

There’s a reason so many owners keep coming back to the capable, safe, and flexible Forester. With the capability of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, a spacious interior offering ample cargo space, and the advanced protection of standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology*, the Forester is easy to fall in love with.

Reasons to Love Forester

Silver 2026 Subaru Forester crossing a shallow rocky stream

Reasons to Love Forester

Versatile Capability in an AWD SUV

The endlessly adaptable 2026 Forester AWD compact SUV is ready for all your adventures big and small.

  • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and excellent gas mileage of up to 33 MPG* for standard capability the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Hyundai Tucson can’t match*
  • Available X-MODE® and available dual-function X-MODE give you enhanced traction in all kinds of conditions
  • A premium, comfortable interior with more passenger space than the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, or Mazda CX-5*
  • More total cargo space than the Toyota RAV4 or Mazda CX-5* for gear-hauling flexibility
Lane-centering guidance visualised around a white 2026 Subaru Forester in highway traffic

Reasons to Love Forester

Advanced Subaru Safety

The Forester features advanced safety technology and active sensors for extra confidence on every drive.

  • Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology* with available Automatic Emergency Steering*
  • 360-degree Surround-View Monitor is available to keep you aware of cars, objects, and more while parking
  • 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)*
  • Subaru is rated #1 in safety for seven years in a row, according to ACSI*
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Reasons to Love Forester

A Trusted Investment

Built with quality engineering and loaded with advanced features, the Subaru Forester is a reliable SUV that repays your trust over and over. Its dependability is backed by automotive experts: The Subaru Forester is a 2026 Consumer Reports Top Pick and Subaru is Consumer Reports Best Overall Automotive Brand for the second year in a row*.

Silver 2026 Subaru Forester on a winding mountain road

Reasons to Love Forester

Long-Lasting Quality

You know you can count on your Forester for miles and miles of adventure because 96% of Subaru Forester vehicles sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today*. The Forester is also ranked #1 for 2025 Projected Value Resale among Compact SUVs by JD Power*.

The 2026 Subaru Forester

Red 2026 Subaru Forester parked along a tree-lined shopping street

Trust your instincts and your Forester.

The versatile 2026 Subaru Forester all-wheel-drive compact SUV is everything you need for every kind of adventure. Get all-weather traction with the legendary capability of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and up to 9.3 inches of ground clearance. Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology* adds confidence to every drive while available features like an 11.6-inch high-resolution touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration* give you extra convenience.

The Forester Sport Onyx Edition

Sophisticated Design Is All in the Details

2026 Subaru Forester Sport with the Onyx Edition Package parked outside a brick building

Onyx Edition Package

The Forester Sport gets dark and dramatic with the newly available Onyx Edition Package, which adds gloss black-finish trim accents inside and out for a sophisticated look. Its 19-inch alloy wheels feature a matching dark metallic-finish to complete its sleek silhouette. Inside, you’ll find package-exclusive Black/Gray StarTex® upholstery.

Door panel and handle trim detail in the Forester Sport Onyx Edition Package

Interior

The comfortable cabin of the Forester Sport Onyx Edition Package features high-quality textured materials and signature gloss black- and metallic-finish trim accents.

Dark metallic-finish 19-inch alloy wheel on the Forester Sport Onyx Edition Package

19-inch Alloy Wheels

The bold, daring design of the Forester Sport Onyx Edition Package is grounded with standard 19-inch alloy wheels featuring a layered and textured spoke design and exclusive dark metallic-finish.

Black and gray StarTex upholstery in the Forester Sport Onyx Edition Package

StarTex® Upholstery

Unique Black/Gray StarTex upholstery gives a textured, comfortable feel and sophisticated look while staying durable and easy to clean.

A Capable, Versatile SUV

Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

2026 Subaru Forester with a roof box parked on a grassy hillside

Capability and Efficiency

A fuel-efficient compact SUV with gas mileage of up to 33 MPG*, the 2026 Forester features the legendary capability and dependable confidence of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Designed to optimize traction in rain, snow, and on rough roads, this system constantly evaluates acceleration, braking, and cornering in real time to continuously deliver power to all four wheels. If a wheel slips, power is instantaneously transferred to the wheels that have the most grip.

Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive drivetrain laid out along the centerline of the vehicle

Stability and Control

With its exceptionally balanced layout, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive delivers a solid connection with the road and an engaged, responsive drive. The entire system lies along the centerline of the vehicle, balancing weight distribution between the two sides to help provide optimal performance and control.

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White 2026 Subaru Forester driving on a tree-lined road

Durability

With the proven engineering of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, which has demonstrated its durability and low maintenance over four decades of owner-tested Subaru vehicles, you can be confident your Forester will keep taking you farther year after year.

Driver selecting a drive setting on the 2026 Subaru Forester touchscreen

A Capable, Versatile SUV

Dual-Function X-MODE®

The Forester offers the confident capability of available dual-function X-MODE. This system works with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to provide maximum traction on slippery road conditions and features settings for snow, dirt, deep snow, and mud.

Dual-Function X-MODE standard on: Sport, Wilderness, Limited, Touring

Safety for All

Standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology

EyeSight detection field visualised around a blue 2026 Subaru Forester in highway traffic

Subaru EyeSight

The 2026 Forester AWD compact SUV features standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which acts like an extra set of eyes on the road and if need be, an extra foot on the brake. EyeSight includes a number of advanced active safety systems to protect you and your family on every drive. Automatic Emergency Steering is available to help you avoid collisions by providing automatic steering and pre-collision braking support if it determines there’s enough space to intervene*.

Pre-Collision Braking detecting a truck ahead of a blue 2026 Subaru Forester

Pre-Collision Braking

Automatic Pre-Collision Braking* helps you avoid or reduce frontal impacts by alerting you and applying full braking force in emergency situations. Pre-Collision Throttle Management can reduce the power from the engine to help minimize the possible impact force and frontal impact damage.

Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering guiding a white 2026 Subaru Forester

Adaptive Cruise Control

Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering* adds extra convenience and safety on every drive. Just choose the distance you want to keep from the car in front of you and it can take some of the stress out of everyday driving by helping with steering, braking, and throttle control while maintaining a safe distance ahead.

EyeSight

EyeSight Driver Assist Technology badge over a blue 2026 Subaru Forester in traffic

An extra set of eyes on the road and if need be, an extra foot on the brake when you drive.

EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology* is the culmination of everything Subaru engineers know about safety, and Subaru has sold more than 1 million EyeSight-equipped vehicles. Adding confidence to every trip, EyeSight tracks traffic movement, optimizes cruise control, and warns you if you sway outside your lane.

EyeSight Features

Every Subaru features dual-color cameras, discreetly mounted near the rearview mirror, that continuously scan the road ahead for potential hazards. On select models, a third camera expands the field of view to further enhance pedestrian and cyclist detection.

Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control holding a set distance from the vehicle ahead

Adv. Adaptive Cruise Control

When cruise control is engaged, EyeSight® Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering can automatically maintain a set distance from the vehicle ahead while helping keep your vehicle centered in its lane.

Lane Departure and Sway Warning tracking the lane marking beside a Subaru wheel

Lane Departure & Sway Warning

EyeSight monitors lane markings, and if you begin to drift toward the edge, the system can alert you and even intervene, steering you safely back into your lane.

Pre-Collision Braking detection field projected ahead of a Subaru on a city street

Pre-Collision Braking

EyeSight is always scanning the road ahead to help you stay safe. If EyeSight spots potential danger, it can alert you and if needed, automatically apply the brakes to help avoid an accident*.

Automatic Emergency Steering guiding a Subaru around an obstruction in the road

Automatic Emergency Steering

When Pre-Collision Braking alone isn’t enough to prevent an accident, EyeSight can engage Automatic Emergency Steering to help maneuver you safely around the obstruction in your path*.

Pre-Collision Throttle Management engaging as a Subaru pulls out at low speed

Pre-Collision Throttle Mgmt.

If EyeSight detects potential danger in your path, it can reduce power to the engine, giving you more time to respond and slow down in a low-speed emergency situation.

Active Safety Features

For greater reassurance and peace of mind, Subaru offers a suite of active safety systems that help provide better all-around awareness.

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert sensing passing traffic as a Subaru reverses out of a parking space

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

When you’re in reverse, EyeSight can detect vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists approaching from the side — even if your view is blocked. If you continue to back up, your Subaru can then alert you both audibly and visually, letting you know which side the object is approaching from*.

Steering Responsive Headlights lighting a dark road ahead

Advanced Headlights

For better visibility, Steering Responsive Headlights point in the direction you’re turning, helping you to see things sooner. High Beam Assist can automatically dim and activate your high beams to protect other drivers from the glare while maintaining maximum visibility.

DriverFocus alert reading Keep Eyes on Road in the instrument cluster

DriverFocus®

If your attention begins to stray from the road ahead or you start showing signs of drowsiness, Subaru DriverFocus* can give you a gentle reminder to help bring your focus back to the road or let you know it’s time for a break.

Reverse Automatic Braking detecting a car behind a reversing Subaru

Reverse Automatic Braking

When you’re in reverse, Reverse Automatic Braking uses sonar sensors to detect objects or vehicles behind you. As you get closer to an object, your Subaru will alert you, and if you don’t apply the brakes, the system can even intervene to help avoid a collision*.

Blind-Spot Detection sensing a vehicle alongside on the highway

Blind-Spot Detection

For added reassurance when changing lanes, Blind-Spot Detection can alert you if there’s a vehicle hidden in your blind spot. When you signal to change lanes, the Lane Change Assist feature can provide an enhanced alert if there’s a vehicle approaching at a higher speed in the neighboring lane*.

All-around awareness sensors visualised around a white 2026 Subaru Forester in city traffic

Safety for All

All-Around Awareness Technologies

The 2026 Forester features an entire suite of available safety technologies to help protect you and your passengers. A 360-degree Surround View Monitor provides a top-down view of the vehicle’s surroundings to enhance awareness when parking. The Blind-Spot Detection* system warns you with a visual indicator on each side mirror if it senses a vehicle in your blind spots. Rear Cross-Traffic Alert* helps warn you of traffic approaching from the side as you are backing up. And with available Reverse Automatic Braking, your vehicle can even stop itself to help avoid objects behind you*.

360-Degree Surround View Monitor standard on: Touring

Blind-Spot Detection/Rear Cross-Traffic Alert standard on: Sport, Wilderness, Limited, Touring

Blind-Spot Detection/Rear Cross-Traffic Alert available on: Premium

Rear-Vision Camera standard on: All trims

Reverse Automatic Braking standard on: Wilderness, Touring

Reverse Automatic Braking available on: Sport, Limited

MySubaru Connected Services app open on a smartphone

Safety for All

MySubaru Connected Services

MySubaru Connected Services* offers an array of features to help keep you and your Forester safe whether you’re in your vehicle, at your computer, or on your smartphone. Advanced Automatic Collision Notification will alert an operator in the event of an accident and SOS Emergency Assistance can get you roadside help at the push of a button. Remote Engine Start with Climate Control, accessible via your smartphone, ensures your Forester is always ready and comfortable. MySubaru Personal Assistant can help you with tasks like navigation, restaurant reservations, and scheduling service appointments all with the click of a button in your vehicle.

Standard on: Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, Touring

Red 2026 Subaru Forester driving at night

Safety for All

Subaru DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System

The 2026 Forester features a state-of-the-art system to help reduce distracted driving for both new and experienced drivers. Each day in the United States, more than 1,000 people are injured in crashes reported to have involved a distracted driver*. Working with our award-winning EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, the DriverFocus system is like having an attentive co-pilot along for the ride, available to give a helpful alert if a driver becomes distracted or drowsy*. For added convenience, DriverFocus can also recognize up to five different drivers and remember their preferences, including seat position, climate settings, and outside mirror position.

Standard on: Touring

Interior

Spacious, Open Cabin with Advanced Technology

No matter where you roam in your Forester, you’ll always have a great view from its airy, comfortable interior filled with connected technology and premium soft-touch materials. Available features including an 11.6-inch high-resolution touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration and a wireless device charger provide advanced convenience. Every passenger has room for comfort with up to 110.8 cubic feet of passenger space — more than the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, or Mazda CX-5*. Plus with the available built-in Wi-Fi hotspot*, everyone can enjoy their connected devices on every trip.

Front cabin of the 2026 Subaru Forester with brown leather upholstery
Door panel and armrest trim detail in the 2026 Subaru Forester Power seat adjustment controls on the front seat of the 2026 Subaru Forester
11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia System touchscreen and steering wheel in the 2026 Forester

Interior

Subaru Multimedia System with Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™

The 2026 Forester features a Subaru Multimedia System with available wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, which lets you view and control your navigation, music, podcasts, and other content and apps without needing to plug in your smartphone. A high-resolution 11.6-inch touchscreen is also available for intuitive control of your entertainment and navigation. Wireless charging is available to conveniently keep your compatible devices powered so you can leave the cables at home. Wireless Bluetooth® pairing and hands-free smartphone operation allow for safe and easy connection to your favorite apps and content.

Subaru Multimedia System standard on: All trims

11.6-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard on: Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, Touring

Owners loading gear into the back of a 2026 Subaru Forester

Interior

Available Hands-Free Power Rear Gate

The 2026 Forester makes all your errands easier with an available foot-activated hands-free Power Rear Gate. Simply lift your foot under the rear bumper to open the gate and you can conveniently load your shopping bags or luggage. It can also close itself and lock the entire vehicle with the touch of a button.

Foot-Activated Hands-Free Power Rear Gate standard on: Limited, Touring

Foot-Activated Hands-Free Power Rear Gate available on: Premium, Sport

Hands-Free Power Rear Gate available on: Wilderness

Cargo area of the 2026 Subaru Forester with the rear seats folded and gear loaded

Interior

Plenty of Cargo Room with Extra-Wide Rear Gate Opening

Haul more gear for your adventures with up to 74.4 cubic feet of cargo space. That’s more total cargo space than the Toyota RAV4 or Mazda CX-5*. An extra-wide rear gate opening lets you easily load and unload large items. The Forester adapts to bring longer items by simply adjusting the 60/40-split flat-folding rear seats.

Panoramic power moonroof above the rear seats of the 2026 Subaru Forester

Interior

Panoramic Power Moonroof

Giving the interior an even more expansive atmosphere, an available power sliding panoramic moonroof lets you feel the breeze, brighten the interior, and check out the stars.

Standard on: Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, Touring

Exterior

The Strong, Stylish Type

The 2026 Forester exterior mixes tough SUV design with sophisticated style, including modern elements like a bold grille, striking headlights, geometric trim accents, and muscular design contours.

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Start Building from 6 Forester Trims

2026 Subaru Forester Build & Price

2026 Subaru Forester Base in grey

Forester Base

Outstanding Value at $29,995*

2026 Subaru Forester Premium in red

Forester Premium

Outstanding Value at $31,995*

2026 Subaru Forester Sport in white with bronze accents

Forester Sport

Outstanding Value at $34,795*

2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness in blue

Forester Wilderness

Outstanding Value at $36,995*

2026 Subaru Forester Limited in green

Forester Limited

Outstanding Value at $35,995*

2026 Subaru Forester Touring

Forester Touring

Outstanding Value at $39,995*

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2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid in Topeka, KS from Briggs Subaru of Topeka

Introducing the 2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid in Topeka, KS

The next chapter of one of the most trusted names in the compact SUV segment has arrived. The 2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid in Topeka, KS are now available at Briggs Subaru of Topeka, giving you two versatile ways to experience Subaru’s latest engineering. Both models bring the confidence of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, an updated interior packed with modern technology, and a suite of safety features that continue to raise the bar. Come see our new inventory and discover why so many drivers count on the Forester lineup for daily commutes, weekend adventures, and everything in between.

Where Can You Buy a 2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid for Sale in Topeka, KS?

You can buy a 2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid in Topeka, KS at Briggs Subaru of Topeka!

Both the standard Forester and the Forester Hybrid come equipped with Subaru’s legendary Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as standard equipment. The system constantly evaluates acceleration, braking, and cornering in real time to deliver power to all four wheels, and it instantly shifts power to the wheels with the most grip if slippage is detected. The Forester Hybrid takes efficiency even further with its hybrid powertrain, delivering a range of up to 581 miles on a single tank and up to 40 percent better city fuel economy than conventional models at 35 MPG. The durable SUBARU BOXER gas engine also charges the electric battery, and the system seamlessly switches between the gas engine and electric motor to maximize both efficiency and power.

The 2026 Forester lineup features up to 9.3 inches of ground clearance, giving you the ability to traverse deep snow and mud with confidence. Inside, you’ll find a spacious cabin with up to 110.8 cubic feet of passenger volume in the Forester and 106.6 cubic feet in the Forester Hybrid. Cargo space reaches up to 74.4 cubic feet with the 60/40-split folding rear seats, and an extra-wide rear gate opening plus available hands-free foot-activated Power Rear Gate make loading gear easy. Premium upholstery options include leather- and Dinamica-trimmed materials or durable StarTex.

Every 2026 Forester comes with standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which includes Automatic Pre-Collision Braking and Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering. The available 11.6-inch high-resolution Subaru Multimedia touchscreen supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, along with available wireless charging. The Forester Hybrid also includes a standard fully digital instrument cluster and MySubaru Connected Services with Remote Engine Start.

Where Can You Test Drive a 2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid in Topeka, KS?

You can test drive a 2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid in Topeka, KS at Briggs Subaru of Topeka!

The best way to see what these SUVs can really do is to get behind the wheel yourself. Come visit us and take the 2026 Subaru Forester and Forester Hybrid in Topeka, KS out on the road. You’ll get a real feel for the responsive Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, the roomy cabin, the smooth hybrid powertrain, and all the modern tech that makes these vehicles so easy to love. Schedule your test drive through our website or reach out to our sales team to lock in a time. We can’t wait to meet you.