Subaru Forester
No major changes to report for the 2012 Forester. The base model comes with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic. It’s powered by a 2.5L flat-4 that develops 170 hp. The XT, which only comes with an automatic transmission, adds a turbocharger that boosts output to 224 hp.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 78% |
|---|---|
| Driving | 7/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Interior | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 7/10 |
| Winter driving | 9/10 |
| Comfort | 8/10 |
What's new in 2012
Front passenger seat adjustable in height, one new color
Pros
- Reliable mechanics
- Efficient AWD system
- Carefully assembled
- Comfortable interior
- Adapted to Canadian winters
Cons
- The naturally aspirated engine is barely up to the task
- Four-speed automatic transmission
- Turbo version costs a pretty penny
- Still has rust issues