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2010 Subaru Forester MPG & fuel economy

The 2010 Subaru Forester is a SUV offered in 3 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 21 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2009 model. Among 105 SUVs rated for 2010, it ranks 27th 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, 2010 #27 of 105 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2010 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 2010 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. 5Subaru Legacy/Outback26 MPG $1,788
  6. 27Subaru Forester22 MPG $2,114
  7. 105Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2010 ForesterOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

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

Forester MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Forester AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Forester AWD		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 4-speed automatic
Forester AWD		 Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2010 Subaru Forester vs. rivals

vs GMC Yukon Hybrid 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Sportage 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Highlander 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Forester saves $101/yr vs Dodge Journey 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Forester saves $101/yr vs Honda Crosstour 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Forester saves $101/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2010 Subaru Forester?

Up to 22 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 21 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2010 Subaru Forester use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2010 Subaru Forester?

The 2010 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 2010 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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