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1999 Subaru Forester MPG & fuel economy
The 1999 Subaru Forester is a SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 21 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1998 model. Among 41 SUVs rated for 1999, it ranks 5th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1999 Subaru Forester's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 19 | 8.1 | 12.4 |
| Highway | 25 | 10.6 | 9.4 |
| Combined | 21 | 8.9 | 11.2 |
How it ranks among 1999 SUVs
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Forester MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Forester AWD |
Gas | 19 MPG | 25 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
| 4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic Forester AWD |
Gas | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- 4WD/AWD
- Passenger volume
- 95 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 33 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 423 g/mi
1999 Subaru Forester vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1999 Subaru Forester?
Up to 21 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 20 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 1999 Subaru Forester use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1999 Subaru Forester?
The 1999 Subaru Forester's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1999 Subaru Forester per year?
About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.