Introducing the 2026 Subaru Forester Base Plus, a versatile SUV designed for drivers who want confidence, capability, and everyday practicality. With Subaru’s standard AWD/All-Wheel Drive system and a fuel-efficient 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine delivering 180 horsepower, this Forester is built to handle a wide range of driving conditions with ease. Its continuously variable transmission helps provide smooth, responsive performance for commuting, errands, and weekend adventures alike. Inside, the Forester offers seating for five passengers with a functional two-row layout and the space you need for daily life. Safety comes standard across a wide range of important features, including ABS, stability control, traction control, dynamic brake support, and automatic reverse braking. Driver-assistance technology also includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keep system, collision intervention braking, and adaptive driving beam headlights. Additional protection is provided by front, side, curtain, knee, and seat-cushion airbags, along with a rear visibility system and direct tire pressure monitoring. This Forester also comes equipped with LED low-beam headlights, daytime running lights, semiautomatic headlamp beam switching, and a rear visibility system for added convenience. As a practical SUV with Subaru’s well-known all-weather capability, the Forester Base Plus is a smart choice for drivers looking for safety, efficiency, and everyday usefulness in one well-rounded package.