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2003 Subaru Forester MPG & fuel economy
The 2003 Subaru Forester is a SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (19 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2002 model. Among 66 SUVs rated for 2003, it ranks 11th 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 2003 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 10.2 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 19 | 8.1 | 12.4 |
| Highway | 24 | 10.2 | 9.8 |
| Combined | 21 | 8.9 | 11.2 |
How it ranks among 2003 SUVs
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
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 · 4-speed automatic Forester AWD |
Gas | 19 MPG | 24 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
| 4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual Forester AWD |
Gas | 19 MPG | 25 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.5L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD/AWD
- Passenger volume
- 95 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 31 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 423 g/mi
2003 Subaru Forester vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2003 Subaru Forester?
Up to 21 MPG combined (19 city / 24 highway).
What fuel does the 2003 Subaru Forester use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2003 Subaru Forester?
The 2003 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 10.2 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2003 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.