2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness - POV Review (Two Topher Take)

Filmed with @TopherDrives 'Horsepower: 180 @ 5,800 rpm Torque: 178 lb-ft @ 3,700 rpm MPG: TBD Engine: DOHC 4-cyl. 2.5-liter BOXER, direct fuel injection Exterior: Autumn Green Metallic Body: 5-passenger SUV Wheelbase: 104.9 in Length: 182.9 in Curb Weight: 3,675 lbs Drivetrain: Symmetrical AWD with Lineartronic® CVT WHAT’S NEW • Increased ground clearance to 9.3 inches • Improved approach (23.5°), breakover (21°), and departure (25.5°) angles • Revised Symmetrical AWD with quicker center differential lockup and reduced wheelspin • Shorter final-drive ratio in the CVT for better low-speed off-road control • Rear differential temperature sensor for added trail confidence • Upgraded transmission cooler boosting towing capacity to 3,500 lbs (highest ever for Forester) • Wider 235mm all-terrain tires on 17-inch matte-black wheels • Wilderness-exclusive exterior details: hexagonal grille, LED fog lights and anodized copper accents • Updated interior featuring water-resistant StarTex® upholstery with copper stitching, wilderness logos, and available 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster PRICING 2026 Forester Wilderness – $38,385 Options Package – $2,200 Destination and Delivery – $1,450 TOTAL – $42,035 KEY FEATURES • 17-inch matte black alloy wheels • 235/60R17 all-terrain tires with raised white letters, plus full-size spare wheel with 225mm all-terrain tire • 3,500-lb towing capacity (highest ever for Forester) • All-weather floor mats and cargo tray with Wilderness branding • Dual front and rear bumper tow points with anodized copper finish covers • Aluminum underbody protection and external oil cooler • Front View Monitor with 180-degree wide angle • Gray StarTex® water-resistant upholstery with copper stitching and embossed Wilderness logos • Harman Kardon® speaker system, navigation, power rear gate, full digital gauge cluster (Options Package) • Raised ladder-type roof rails with anodized copper finish, 800-lb static load rating • Raised suspension with 9.3 inches of ground clearance • SI-DRIVE Engine Performance Management with Intelligent and Sport Sharp modes • Wilderness-exclusive exterior details: black mirrors, anti-glare hood decal, hexagonal LED fog lights • Wilderness-specific dash/trim accents with copper stitching on armrests #subaru #forester #wilderness #subaruforester2026 Vehicle was provided by the manufacturer for testing and review. Enjoy these videos and want to support the channel? Consider becoming a channel member - You'll get early access to new videos before they go live and priority reply to comments, among other features. It's only $3/month, and you can cancel anytime: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD4NnnbISbr4dvmmzQxC2bA/join The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones, headphones are recommended! TheTopher on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetopher2/ Equipment: (affiliate links): -DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro https://amzn.to/4jTN0J3 -Lens filters: https://amzn.to/4k0UsC9 -Binaural Audio - Roland CS-10EM Microphones http://amzn.to/2qKRbwA -Connected to & powered by the Zoom H2n recorder http://amzn.to/2pQqVkq -Don't forget the Hat Clip mount for that perfect POV angle: https://amzn.to/2GW7nmd -The best place to get tires: https://bit.ly/2JyRg3j Got a traffic ticket? Use Off The Record. Sign up with the code "TheTopher" for 10% off your first ticket whether you need it now or later: https://fight.offtherecord.com/TheTopher Sound system test track playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3D9bowGCF83T0BdpSfBc4t?si=qsUp8Hg1Q7yjypcDE4YihA