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2008 Subaru Forester MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Subaru Forester is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 101 SUVs rated for 2008, it ranks 17th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,114 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 20 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,114 15,000 mi/yr · $14.09 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #17 of 101 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Subaru Forester's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2611.19.0
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2008 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 17Subaru Forester22 MPG $2,114
  7. 101Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2008 ForesterOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Forester MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Forester AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Forester AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 5-speed manual
Forester AWD		 Gas 19 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic
Forester AWD		 Gas 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962

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
404 g/mi

2008 Subaru Forester vs. rivals

vs Kia Sportage 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Vue 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda Element 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Mitsubishi Outlander 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Mariner 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda CR-V 23 MPG · $2,022/yr CR-V saves $92/yr vs GMC Yukon Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Forester saves $101/yr vs Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Forester saves $101/yr vs Dodge Magnum 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Forester saves $101/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Subaru Forester?

Up to 22 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Subaru Forester use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Subaru Forester?

The 2008 Subaru Forester's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Subaru Forester per year?

About $2,114 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.09 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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