INTRODUCTION
The New Forester was designed for people leading an active lifestyle and always on the go. With its well-equipped interior, stellar crash-test safety record and versatile, easily accessible cargo area you have just found yourself a trusted ally for the daily grind. For days when you need to get away - its Subaru symmetrical full-time AWD system and heavy-duty raised suspension add rugged capability to the Forester's sedan-like feel.
- Available Engines:- 173-hp SUBARU BOXER engine; 224-hp intercooled, turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- 4-wheel anti-lock brakes ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Panoramic power sliding-glass moonroof with auto-open/close feature (Standard on the 2.5 XT version)
The Subaru Forester features high seating position, large windshield, optimized pillar placement and superior handling capabilities gives you superb vehicle control and allows a wide field of vision to see potential problems long before they happen.
All of the components of its Subaru symmetrical full-time AWD system work in unison to provide the vehicle with excellent stability, control and power distribution. At the same time, the Forester lineup also boasts a number of next-generation engine technologies such as the i-Active Valve Lift System that increases fuel efficiency and power while lowering emissions, the Active Valve Control System that varies the timing of intake valves according to demand to ensure that peak performance and lower emissions are achieved under all conditions, and Electronic Throttle Control that guarantees precise engine response.


Forester SUV