Subaru

Subaru Forester

Price $25,995 – $37,995
Fuel consumption 6.2 – 9.5 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 82%(view ratings)
The Subaru Forester is all new, and definitely improved, for the current model year. In addition to a larger, spiffier interior, the Subaru Forester is much more fuel efficient thanks to the introduction of a revised continuously-variable automatic transmission. The Forester can be had with either a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine (170 horsepower) or a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder (250 horses and 258 lb-ft of torque). All-wheel drive and exceptional ground clearance are standard with the Subaru crossover.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 82%
Driving 8/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 8/10
Reliability 8/10
Winter driving 9/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2014

N/A

Pros

  • Good fuel economy for its category
  • Generous interior space
  • XT model faster and more agile
  • Smoother, quieter drive
  • Factory standard all-wheel drive

Cons

  • Low-quality materials in the interior
  • Lacks luxury items
  • Timid acceleration (2.5-litre)
  • Reduced towing capacity

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