Which Subarus can be flat towed?

Subarus That Can Be Flat Towed
Subaru vehicles with manual transmission can be flat towed with all four wheels on the ground and the transmission in neutral. However, Subaru vehicles with automatic transmission can only be towed with all four wheels off the ground. Therefore, if you are interested in towing your vehicle behind a motorhome, it is recommended to purchase a vehicle with manual transmission .
The last Subaru Outback that could be flat-towed was the 2014 manual transmission Outback. The last flat-towable Forester manual was 2015. However, no Subarus at all can be flat-towed 2016 or later.
Additionally, it’s worth noting that while Subaru recommends against flat towing their all-wheel-drive vehicles, it is possible to flat tow Subarus with manual transmission for longer distances. However, it is still highly recommended to opt for a flat-bed truck tow for Subaru vehicles to prevent any damages from occurring to the all-wheel-drive systems.
In summary, Subaru vehicles with manual transmission can be flat towed, but it’s important to follow the specific guidelines and recommendations to ensure the safety of the vehicle during towing.

Can a Subaru Forester be flat towed behind a motorhome?

You technically can, but you probably shouldn’t. Officially, Subaru does NOT endorse flat towing any 1998-2023 Forester behind a motorhome. That said, you can find instances of RVers flat towing manual transmission Foresters, so it’s technically possible.

Can a Subaru be flat towed?

Subaru vehicles with manual transmission can be towed with all four wheels on the ground and the transmission in neutral. Subaru vehicles with automatic transmission can only be towed with all four wheels OFF the ground.

Are any Subarus towable?

Yes, especially with the Subaru Outback, Forester, Crosstrek, and Ascent. Most campers weigh from 1,000 to 9,000 pounds. For inquiries on the off-road and towing capabilities of the Subaru models, check with us at Mitchell Subaru or contact us. Our team is always available at your service.

Is a Subaru Forester flat towable?

2018 was the last year for the manual transmission on a Forester and you’re correct, 2016 was the last year Subaru gave blanket approval for flat towing their manual transmission vehicles.

What AWD vehicles can be flat towed?

Some of the most popular vehicles for flat towing are the Jeep Wrangler, Chevrolet Colorado, and Ford F-Series. But SUVs can be flat towed as well, like the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Dodge Durango AWD, the Chevrolet Spark, and the Nissan 370Z.

What ruins a CVT transmission?

Gears Slipping
Other culprits include wear and tear, poor maintenance, filter blockage, and inadequate or substandard transmission fluid. You should have your transmission checked the moment you notice gears slipping. If the problem isn’t quickly rectified, it can cause serious damage to your CVT.

What is the easiest car to flat tow behind a RV?

Compact and subcompact cars are the best cars for flat towing. Some examples include select years of the Chevy Sonic, Ford Focus and Ford Fiesta. A car must have a transmission disconnect, steering lockout override and other features to be able to flat tow.

Can a Subaru Outback be flat towed?

Unless your Outback is an older model with both AWD and manual transmission, it is not recommended to flat-tow the Outback.

Can you flat tow a CVT?

Cars with continuously variable transmission (CVT) cannot be flat-towed, and attempting to do so will cause severe damage to the transmission.

Can you flat tow a Subaru crosstrek behind an RV?

Turns out the Subaru Crosstrek can be flat towed if it has a manual transmission. The second thing we learned is that this is not an inexpensive procedure. Below is a list of the parts we used and links to those parts on eTrailer’s website.