Subaru

Subaru Forester

Price $31,995 – $42,595
Fuel consumption 7.2 – 9.5 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 83%(view ratings)
The fifth generation of the Forester sticks around for one more year with no major changes to report. Until the brand new 2025 model arrives, look for a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine delivering 182 horsepower. A more potent, turbocharged engine or a fuel-efficient hybrid option would have been nice, but at least there’s Subaru’s excellent AWD system and a rugged Wilderness model with increased off-road capability. The latter can also tow up to 3,000 lbs.

Detailed ratings

Global rating
The Car Guide rating 83%
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability 8/10
Safety 9/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 8/10
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What's new in 2024

No major change.

Pros

  • Excellent all-wheel drive
  • Very good visibility
  • Practical vehicle
  • Off-road capabilities of the Wilderness version

Cons

  • No electrified version
  • Poorly performing 2.5 liter engine
  • Vehicle that is growing old

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