Subaru Forester
The Subaru Forester is a highly versatile compact crossover SUV that blends rugged capability, standard all-wheel drive, and superb visibility. Since its debut in 1997, it has evolved from a raised wagon into a spacious, family-focused utility vehicle.
Produced 1997–. The chassis code decides the engine, drive type and — critically — the manufacture years customs will count. Pick the exact code below for full specs, dimensions and import eligibility.
Forester chassis codes
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The chassis plate (usually in the engine bay or door sill) starts with the code above. If you only have a photo of the car, search the catalog and we'll narrow it down.
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Two Forester codes can differ by a decade of production. Open the exact code to see manufacture-year decoding and eligibility for your destination country.