The Subaru Forester is one of the most popular compact SUVs on the road in Coeur d’Alene, and it’s easy to see why: tall visibility, a boxy cargo-friendly interior, and standard all-wheel drive make it a practical fit for everything from grocery runs on Government Way to weekend trips up to Priest Lake or Schweitzer. Parker Subaru carries the full new Forester lineup, from the value-focused base trim to the off-road-ready Forester Wilderness, all built around Subaru’s proven 2.5-liter Boxer engine and symmetrical all-wheel drive.
The 2026 Forester lineup includes Base, Premium, Limited, Sport, Touring, and Wilderness trims. Base, Premium, and Limited models return an EPA-estimated 26 city / 33 highway MPG, while Sport and Touring trims are rated at 25/32 MPG. With up to 29.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and nearly 74 cubic feet with them folded down, the Forester has room for ski gear, camping equipment, or a Costco run without needing a bigger SUV. All trims come with Subaru’s 180-horsepower 2.5L engine and standard X-MODE for added traction control.
For drivers who spend more weekends on forest service roads around Farragut State Park or trailheads near Fernan Lake, the Forester Wilderness adds 9.3 inches of ground clearance (up from 8.7 inches on standard trims), all-terrain tires, and a 3,500-pound towing capacity with Trailer Stability Assist — more than double the 1,500-pound rating on other Forester trims. It’s built for the terrain surrounding Coeur d’Alene without sacrificing the Forester’s everyday comfort and visibility.
Browse current Forester inventory above by trim, color, and price, or contact our sales team at (208) 415-0555 to schedule a test drive at our Coeur d’Alene dealership, located at 314 W Clayton Ave. We’re happy to walk Spokane-area shoppers through trim comparisons and current incentives as well.
The base Forester trim offers up to 29.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and 74.4 cubic feet with the seats folded flat. Other trims offer slightly less, around 27.5 cubic feet and 69.1 cubic feet respectively, due to different seat configurations and equipment.
Base, Premium, and Limited Forester trims are EPA-estimated at 26 MPG city / 33 MPG highway. Sport and Touring trims are rated at 25/32 MPG, and the Forester Wilderness, with its off-road-focused gearing and larger tires, is rated at 24/28 MPG.
Yes. Every Forester trim comes with standard symmetrical all-wheel drive and X-MODE, which helps maintain traction on snow and ice. The added ground clearance on the Forester Wilderness makes it an especially strong choice for unplowed roads and mountain routes around North Idaho.
Standard Forester trims are rated to tow up to 1,500 pounds when properly equipped, while the Forester Wilderness is rated up to 3,500 pounds thanks to a strengthened frame and Trailer Stability Assist, making it capable of towing small trailers or personal watercraft.
The Forester is a compact SUV with a taller, boxier profile geared toward cargo space and visibility, while the Outback is a larger wagon-style SUV with more towing capacity and available turbocharged power. Both offer standard all-wheel drive, so the right choice usually comes down to size, towing needs, and budget. Our sales team can help you compare both models side by side.
