Fitzgerald Subaru Clearwater

Jun 25, 2025
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At Fitzgerald’s Countryside Subaru, we’re proud to help drivers learn about changes to our lineup, including the arrival of 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid SUVs. Providing fuel-sipping efficiency, iconic capability, and enhanced output, the Subaru series-parallel hybrid system brings a modern twist to the iconic Subaru Forester lineup. Explore our top reasons to shop new Subaru Forester Hybrid SUVs, or contact our sales team to schedule a test drive!

Enhanced Efficiency

While the 2025 Subaru Forester provides a competitive EPA-estimated 26 MPG city and 33 MPG highway, the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid raises the bar with an EPA-estimated 35 MPG city and 34 MPG highway. Plus, the Subaru Forester Hybrid offers up to an EPA-estimated 581 miles of range for your I-275 adventures near St. Petersburg, while the non-hybrid Subaru Forester only offers up to an EPA-estimated 481 miles of range.

Improved Performance

Many drivers near St. Petersburg may feel that they have to choose fuel economy or performance when shopping for a new SUV, but 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid SUVs boost both over non-hybrid models. 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid SUVs come with a series-parallel hybrid system with up to 194 horsepower combined, while Subaru Forester models feature a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine with up to 180 horsepower. By using a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® Atkinson/Miller engine, electric generator motor, and electric traction motor, the Subaru Forester Hybrid can automatically switch between using gasoline, hybrid, or electric power.

Same Capability

Some hybrid vehicles feature an all-wheel drive system that uses an electric motor to drive the rear wheels when needed, lacking the feedback and capability of a full-time system. Thankfully, the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid retains the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system that Subaru Forester SUVs are known for, providing a mechanical coupling to the front and rear axles for full-time capability. Plus, Subaru Forester Hybrid SUVs come with 8.7 inches of ground clearance and Dual-Function X-MODE® so you receive confidence-inspiring traction and predictable handling for summer storms near Largo, FL.

Modern Technology

While the 2025 Subaru Forester offers a standard SUBARU STARLINK® Dual 7.0-inch Multimedia System, the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid delivers a standard SUBARU STARLINK® 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation System. Plus, the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid lineup comes with a 12.3-inch fully-digital instrument cluster with configurable views for the hybrid system, EyeSight® driver-assistance, and integrated navigation or Apple Maps® projection.

Test Drive New Subaru Forester SUVs Today

Ready to get hands-on with the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid lineup near Tampa and see how it compares against the non-hybrid Subaru Forester? Fitzgerald’s Countryside Subaru is here to answer questions, compare both powertrains side-by-side, and get you behind the wheel for a test drive. Browse our new Subaru SUVs online, or contact us to plan your next visit and receive additional details today!