Subaru Forester Wilderness arrives at Canadian dealerships this fall, while the 2025 Forester e-Boxer Hybrid arrives this spring

Featuring a 194-hp hybrid powertrain, the first gas-electric Forester gets considerably better fuel economy than the nonhybrid.

In terms of style, the Forester Hybrid will be available in an exclusive new exterior color, Daybreak Blue Pearl, as well as a contrast Crystal Black Silica roof (for certain colors). It also gets HYBRID badging on the fenders and power rear gate. High-durability, animal-free StarTex® interiors will also be available on select trim levels.

Subaru has just introduced the 2025 Forester Hybrid, or the 2025 Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid for Canadian consumers. As one of the last SUVs in its segment to garner a hybrid option, the new gas-electric Forester helps position Subaru’s high-selling utility box against fierce competition.

The Forester Hybrid was long overdue but Subaru ensured it was worth the wait. Expect more power and 40-percent improved fuel economy.

Subaru 's new-for-2025 Forester has officially gained two new trim packages. The rugged Wilderness trim package is back, seen previously on the last-gen Forester and on other Subaru models such as the Outback and Crosstrek. Additionally, the Forester Hybrid benefits from an all-new powertrain with Toyota -sourced battery tech.

Subaru of America, Inc. has introduced the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid at the 2025 Chicago Auto Show. This model marks the first hybrid variant of the Forester in the U.S. market. It incorporates a next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid system,