Don’t Pay For the Most Expensive 2022 Subaru Forester Trim if You Live In a Warm Area

The 2022 Subaru Forester is a smart, practical choice for a new vehicle. But pay close attention to trim level details before deciding on a model.
Written by Andrew Koole
Reviewed by Kathleen Flear
A white 2022 Subaru Forester drives down a wet road. There is lots of green foliage along the street behind the car, as well as a bush with orange leaves.
The 2022 Subaru Forester is a versatile machine. Even with only one engine and transmission option, the crossover’s six trim levels make it capable of tackling a long list of terrain types. 
But not every Forester
trim level
makes sense for every driver. Some focus more on off-road capability while others upgrade things like upholstery and tailgate controls. 
The top-trim Forester Touring offers a heated steering wheel and heated seats, features not needed in states with warmer climates. 
Jerry
took a closer look at the specs of each 2022 Subaru Forester to help you find the crossover that fits your lifestyle.

Standard features for the 2022 Subaru Forester

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Kelley Blue Book
(KBB) loves the Subaru Forester. For the last five years, the car buying resource has given the crossover its 5-Year Cost to Own Award, thanks to its industry-leading resale value. Its trim level breakdown for the car can help you pick the right one for you.
Subaru essentially invented the crossover segment, and the brand’s experience shows in the new Forester. Like all Subarus, AWD comes standard. And KBB says every trim is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 182 horsepower.
The base trim offers a decent list of tech features. You get pretty much any media input you would ever need (it still comes with a CD player), and standard driver-assist features include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.
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Leveling up your 2022 Subaru Forester trim

From there, features improve from trim to trim. A bump up to Premium gets you access to a wifi hotspot, heated and powered front seats, a moon roof, and roof rails. 
The Sport trim offers an improved
stereo
, a better info display and touchscreen, and a hill descent control, while the Limited trim includes dual-zone climate control and a powered tailgate, and replaces the cloth upholstery for perforated leather.
The Wilderness trim, while not the top trim for the Forester, offers the most extensive upgrades. To improve the crossover’s off-road performance, it comes with a special transmission and AWD system, extra ground clearance, a front skid plate, and a 180-degree front view monitor.
At the top, the Touring model makes the Forester as luxurious as it gets. Besides all the upgrades offered by the Premium, Sport, and Limited trims, it also offers heated back seats, a heated steering wheel, and Driver Focus, a
distraction
mitigation system. While this might not be a great choice in a warm environment, it’s a comfortable and luxurious choice for places with harsh winters.

Insurance costs for a Subaru Forester

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We already went over the impressive track record the Subaru Forester has in terms of ownership costs. And while its average resale value is the primary contributor to its affordability, the average cost of
car insurance
for the crossover also helps. 
Overall, coverage for a Subaru Forester usually sits around $1,800. If you shop for a policy with
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