Subaru just made its toughest nameplate even more practical. The all-new 2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid brings a next-generation hybrid powertrain to the go-anywhere Wilderness lineup, delivering up to 25 percent better fuel economy without giving up a single inch of ground clearance or off-road capability.2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-15The 2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid carries over the rugged interior character of the standard Forester Wilderness, with Wilderness-exclusive gray textured StarTex seating surfaces throughout the cabin. 2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-16Standard all-weather floor mats and a cargo area protector come fitted from the factory, keeping mud, dirt, and wet gear contained without requiring aftermarket additions. It's a small detail that makes a real difference for owners who actually use the Wilderness badge as intended.Amee ReehalThe Forester Wilderness Hybrid's hybrid powertrain components don't eat into cargo space, preserving the full 27.5 cubic feet of storage behind the rear seats. Fold those seats forward and that number jumps to more than 69 cubic feet — enough for a serious load of camping gear.2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-13A power rear gate is standard across all Forester Wilderness Hybrid models, making it easy to access the cargo area with full hands. The raised, ladder-type roof rails above add an 800-pound static load capacity for anything that won't fit inside.2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-17The 11.6-inch tablet-style Subaru Multimedia touchscreen dominates the dashboard, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. A configurable 12.3-inch full digital gauge cluster with Apple Maps integration sits ahead of the driver.2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-14Audio is handled by a Harman Kardon speaker system with 11 speakers and a 576-watt equivalent amplifier — a meaningful upgrade for a vehicle in this segment and price range.2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-18Every Forester Wilderness Hybrid ships with Subaru's EyeSight Driver Assist Technology as standard, covering Automatic Emergency Steering, Blind-Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, Emergency Stop Assist, and more. 2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-12The 2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid carries the same rugged exterior identity as the standard Forester Wilderness, with purposeful styling cues that signal its off-road credentials without resorting to cosmetic theater.2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-8Ground clearance stands at 9.3 inches, a full 0.6 inches more than the standard Forester Hybrid. That extra height comes courtesy of longer coil springs and revised shock absorbers tuned specifically for the Wilderness variant.2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid-2Wilderness-exclusive 17-inch matte black wheels are standard, giving the Forester Wilderness Hybrid a blacked-out, trail-ready appearance that sets it apart from the rest of the Forester lineup. The finish suits the vehicle's character without trying too hard.