Subaru Forester will be available in a new Wilderness trim, and we got a chance to see it at the Chicago Auto Show. So will it be worth the wait?

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.

The trail-ready SUV adds a splash more ground clearance and a dash more torque, but stands by the naturally aspirated flat-four.

We've gotten some details about the upcoming 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness SUV which will launch this coming fall. Here's everything we know.