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Subaru Forester Review

2009-03-15T21:17:38Z

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[[Image:forester_quarter2.jpg|thumb|400px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] Forester 2.5 XT Limited''']]
[[Image:forester_quarter.jpg|thumb|400px|'''2007 [[Subaru]] Forester 2.5 X''']]
The [[Subaru]] Forester was introduced to the US in 1998 as a cross-over car / [[SUV]]. Providing the utility of an SUV with the performance and ease of a car, the Forester has found very loyal consumers who swear by Subaru’s multifaceted vehicle. Highly capable in any weather situation with its [[all wheel drive]] and higher ride height, the Forester doesn’t provide outrageous off-road capabilities, but the majority of consumers will never see such terrain anyways. The Forester provides what the average driver will realistically encounter in their daily lives with the ability to handle some surprise situations with ease. While not the most beautiful vehicle, the Forester is absolutely one of the most well rounded vehicles out there.

See also the main fact sheet for the '''[[Subaru Forester]]'''.

==High Points==
*Cargo space of an SUV, but drives like a car
*Excellent turbo technology on the XT
*Great all weather vehicle

==Low Points==
*The three rear headrests block rearward vision ''(The Detroit News)''
*Stiff suspension makes for a rough ride ''(Kelley Blue Book)''
*Less refined than the Honda CR-V ''(Kelley Blue Book)''

==Performance and Handling==
[[image:forester_engine.jpg|thumb|300px|'''[[Subaru]]'s 2.5L V4 turbocharged Boxer engine''']]
The Forester is much better than nearly any [[SUV]] that comes to mind for driving the way most people drive most of the time: on paved roads, back and forth to work, to dinner and a movie, or collecting the kids at school. It rides better. It's more nimble and it gets better mileage. The Forester is also more pleasant, even more fun to drive, than just about any SUV. It will run circles around most of them. It handles more like a car and can be driven like a car.

Even more exciting is the XT's [[Turbo|turbocharged]], intercooled 2.5-liter, dual-overhead cam, [[four-cylinder]] engine makes 235 pound-feet of [[torque]], or more than 40 percent more than the base Forester engine. For 2006, improvements to its variable valve-timing system (VVT) and intercooler increase [[horsepower]] by 20 to 230. That gives the XT a power-to-weight ratio on par with the [[Ford Mustang]].

Yet the XT engine isn't the least bit peaky or finicky. Thanks to Subaru's experience with turbocharged engines from years racing in the World Rally Championship, there are no turbo lags or bugs, period. The VVT helps, too, by eliminating the compromises in a fixed-timing engine and delivering an amazing balance of lower-[[RPM|rpm]] torque and free-breathing horsepower. Horsepower peaks low enough to be effective in most driving situations, while off-the-line torque comes on strong as low as 2500 rpm.

Simply put, the Forester XT Limited is very fast, and the power is so steady and even that there's almost no clue it's a turbocharged engine. It's so much fun that you'll want to floor the gas pedal at every opportunity, just to feel the exhilarating rush of acceleration.

There's a drawback, to be sure. The XT requires more expensive premium fuel to get the full effect. Other Foresters do not, nor do many SUVs. There's also a mileage penalty. The XT [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] delivers a smaller mpg: 21 mpg city, 26 highway, according to the EPA. That's less than normally aspirated Foresters (23/28 automatic, 22/29 manual), but still a lot more than most SUVs.

The standard Forester engine delivers decent acceleration, to be sure, however not quite as exhilarating as the XT. Subaru's horizontally opposed engines (called "boxers" because the pistons repeatedly punch outward) share their design concept with [[Porsche]]'s highly regarded boxer engines. The advantage is good power in a compact package, and a low block-height that helps lower the center of mass in the car. [[Subaru]] has perfected this design. Subaru's four-cylinder engine isn't as smooth as some, but company engineers have done a good job insulating the Forester's interior from the vibration.

The five-speed [[manual transmission]] works well. The gear ratios deliver a good mix of acceleration and quiet cruising, even if the throws between gears are long. The Forester's shifter will neither delight the senses nor irritate to the point that it overwhelms what's good in the car. Subaru's Hill Holder clutch remains a very useful feature, particularly if you live in San Francisco. It prevents the car from rolling backwards as the clutch pedal is released on a hill.

The automatic transmission gets the same middling rating as the manual. It's not the quickest to downshift, and in some circumstances it seems to get confused as to what gear it wants. In the turbocharged XT, there's more than enough power to make gear selection less critical. In normally aspirated Foresters, we recommend the manual to those seeking to extract maximum performance or driving satisfaction.

On the road, the Forester [[Car handling|handles]] better than just about any reasonably priced SUV on the market, and far better than most. Its [[rack and pinion]] steering is more direct than that in a [[Ford Explorer]] or [[Chevrolet TrailBlazer]], and the Forester's 35.4-foot turning circle is small by SUV standards (and smaller is better for crowded parking lots and backcountry trails). Its ride is firmer than a softly sprung sedan, with a bit of chop thanks to Forester fairly short wheelbase, but it's firm in a fashion we like.

The brakes are excellent. We experienced no apparent fade after three consecutive full-on stops from 65 mph, and Forester comes to a halt in short order.

The [[suspension]] settings in 2006 seem to have moved Forester a bit closer to the SUV side of the crossover equation and further from the car side. The steering feels a hint more numb than before, and the Forester more reluctant to turn, with more lean in the body through a fast curve. None of it seriously detracts from the Forester's handling edge compared to a truck-based SUV, and many drivers will never notice. But if you're inclined to attack a winding road, even in your little SUV-car, you probably will notice.

The Forester's [[all wheel drive]] system varies in design and operation, depending on the transmission. Models with five-speed manuals use what Subaru calls Continuous All-Wheel Drive, in which a viscous coupling center differential divides engine power 50/50 between the front and rear [[wheels]], then shifts power one way or the other when the front or rear tires slip. Foresters with automatic transmissions use the Active All-Wheel Drive system, in which a center clutch delivers power where it's needed as determined by electronic sensors that measure wheelspin. The net effect is the same. Mud, rain or snow, the AWD helps ensure safe forward momentum and directional control by making best use of whatever traction is available. With tires suited to the task, you pretty much have to be a dunderhead to get the Forester stuck in anything short of axle-deep mud or packed snow that high-spots the frame. In short, weather isn't likely to stop a Forester.

==Gas Mileage==
As seen on [http://www.autos.com/autos/rankings_reviews?cat=suvs&segment=compact_suvs&rank=mpg&year=2007 Autos.com], in the compact SUV MPG rankings, the 2007 [[Subaru Forester]] is in 19th place with 22/29 MPG.

==Safety==
The Subaru Forester comes standard with the following features:

*4-wheel antilock brakes ([[ABS]])
*Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
*Daytime Running Lights
*Driver and front-passenger front [[airbags]]
*Front seat-mounted head/chest side-impact air bags
*Active front-seat head restraints
*LATCH system: Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
*Safety brake pedal system
*Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
*Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame body structure

==Reliability and Maintenance==
[[Subaru]]'s warranty provides its 2007 vehicles with ''BASIC COVERAGE'' for '''3 years or 36,000 miles''', whichever comes first. Subject to the exclusions listed in this warranty, it covers the entire car. ''WEAR ITEM COVERAGE'' is '''3 year or 36,000 miles''', whichever comes first. Items covered are brake pad/shoe linings, clutch linings, and wiper blades. ''POWERTRAIN COVERAGE'' for all models is '''5 years or 60,000 miles''', whichever comes first. Subject to the exclusions listed in this warranty, it covers the major powertrain components listed below.

==Interior and Comforts==
The [[Subaru]] Forester is not a tall vehicle, compared to the typical [[SUV]]. Yet its seating position is high, providing more of the commanding view that many buyers seek in an SUV. Forward visibility is less likely to be obstructed by other vehicles than it is in the typical [[sedan]]. Indeed, visibility is great in all directions. The driver peers through an expansive windshield and big side glass with thin A-pillars. A wide rearview mirror and big outside mirrors provide an excellent view rearward. The driver's seat is simple to adjust, but it can be tailored for a wide variety of tastes and sizes, and it has good bolstering. The adjustable steering wheel has good range.

A new center console has more storage space and a sliding armrest that's just right for elbow resting. It also has an extra set of cup holders that can be flipped forward or back for use by either front or rear-seat passengers. The base Forester 2.5X now has a net pocket on the front-passenger seatback, and the seat fabric has been upgraded.

Rear-seat passengers get good leg and head room, even with the optional moonroof, and now they get even more thigh support. The bottom rear cushion has been extended forward two inches, without reducing leg room, and Subaru has added a fold-down armrest with storage in the rear seatback.
Materials inside the Forester have been steadily upgraded over the years, to the point where all are decent quality. The instrument panel and controls are efficiently designed. Three big HVAC knobs make it easy to adjust temperature and airflow. The upgrade stereo in our 2.5XT Limited produced good quality sound, and like most things on the Forester, the buttons are better than ever (in this case, bigger). The gauge cluster is highly legible.

The optional leather interior looks and feels stylish. In 2006, the Forester L.L. Bean added a new MOMO wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel and matching shifter handle. The water-resistant surface on its cargo area floor and rear seatback has been expanded to the cargo area sidewalls. All these touches are nice, but Forester's interior materials are good in all cases, and we'd rather put the extra money for the L.L. Bean package toward the higher-performance XT turbo.

The Forester has great cargo capacity for its size. Lowering the 60/40 split rear seat increases that capacity from 32 cubic feet to 56.4 cubic feet. That's comparable or slightly less than compact SUVs like the [[Ford Escape]] or [[Honda CR-V]], and those who put a premium on cargo space should note: The lower headliner on Foresters equipped with the moonroof robs more than a cubic foot of cargo volume.

The standard retractable cargo cover sits high enough to accommodate taller objects like a big cooler. There are now more hooks and tie-down options than ever in the Forester's cargo hold. A side storage pocket contains a 12-volt power outlet, and there's another 12-volt outlet in the front center console.

==Exterior==
The 2006 [[Subaru]] Forester has been restyled front and rear, though those who know the Forester won't confuse it with any other car. The new grille is a bit larger, and the headlights and taillight clusters have been reshaped. The net effect is slightly more serious, perhaps more rugged, maybe a bit less frumpy.

Subaru fanatics, and believe us, there are plenty of them out there, will immediately notice the new Forester's slightly taller stance. With adjustments to the [[suspension]], ground clearance has been increased from 7.5 inches to 8.1 inches (7.9 inches on the 2.5 XT Limited) to enhance all-road driving capability. That half-inch is a significant difference.

The Forester isn't likely to turn a lot of heads, although it's sculpted aluminum hood, and particularly the working air scoop on the 2.5XT Limited, subtly scream for attention. Compared to the typical mid-size [[SUV]], the Forester is a small vehicle, but it makes efficient use of interior space. It is, by intent, a fairly boxy machine, and its beauty lies more in its functional design. Despite its upright shape, the Forester is impressively aerodynamic, with a sedan-grade 0.36 coefficient of drag. Other things equal, the more aerodynamic a vehicle is, the less wind noise inside and the better its fuel economy.

The standard roof rack remains flat black. Yet for years, less-expensive Foresters had unpainted gray lower body cladding that only cluttered up the car's shape. For 2006, the lower bumpers and protective cladding are painted to match the body on all variants except the L.L. Bean Edition, which has a contrasting metallic finish down low. It's a welcome improvement, and gives the vehicle a classier look. All Foresters except the base 2.5X also get larger body-color side mirrors with integrated turn signals.

==Styles and Options==
The [[Subaru]] Forester is available in 3 trims: '''2.5 X''', '''2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition''', and '''2.5 XT Limited'''.

==Main Competitors==
*[[Toyota RAV4]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUS041A0,USB70TOS112A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Ford Escape]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUS041A0,USB70FOS132A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Jeep Liberty]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUS041A0,USB70JDS071A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Chevrolet Equinox]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUS041A0,USB70CHS152A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Mazda Tribute]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUS041A0,USB60MAS022A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Nissan Xterra]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB70SUS041A0,USB70NIS012A0 side-by-side comparison]

==External Links==
'''''WikiCars Contributor Favorites'''''

'''''Subaru Manufacturer Sites'''''
*[http://www.subaru.com/shop/model_consideration.jsp?model=FORESTER Subaru Forester] - Official US Site

'''''Community Sites'''''
*[http://www.subaruforester.org/ subaruforester.org] - Subaru Forester Owners Forum
*[http://offroadsubarus.com/ offroadsubarus.com] - Offroad Subarus
*[http://www.jbcarpages.com/subaru/forester/ JB car pages: Subaru Forester]
*[http://www.jasononcars.com/2006/02/15/quick-review-subaru-forester-25-xt/ jasononcars.com] - Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Review

[[Category:Model Reviews]]

Subaru Forester

2009-03-15T21:15:57Z

84.142.244.217:

[[Image:SubaruFR08 36.jpg|right|thumb|450px|2009 Subaru Forester]]
The '''[[Subaru]] Forester''', released in the US in 1998, is a lightweight, small [[crossover SUV]] (or arguably a [[station wagon]]) based on the [[Subaru Impreza]]. Subaru advertising employed the slogan "SUV tough, Car Easy" to appeal to the SUV-oriented market; and to this end, the Forester has features associated with SUVs such as a large, boxy cargo area and more ground clearance than other Subaru models (although it employs a car-like unibody chassis, rather than the body-on-frame construction associated with trucks and larger SUVs).

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Subaru Forester Review]]'''.
===Recent Changes===
*For the 2009 model year, the Subaru Forester is an all-new generation. Officially unveiled at the end of 2007, the new third-generation Forester rides on an all-new platform featuring a 3.6-inch longer wheelbase (103.0 in) equipped with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (as standard) driven by a choice of a naturally aspirated and turbocharged / intercooled 2.5-liter Boxer engines. The Forester will be on sale in the US market by spring 2008.<ref>[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2007/12/2009-subaru-forester-official-photos.html 2009 Subaru Forester Official Photos]</ref><ref>[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2007/12/2008-subaru-forester-update-70-high.html 2009 Subaru Forester Images]</ref>

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*Several elements of the Forester were redesigned for 2006, including the headlights, taillights, grill and dashboard. In addition, its 2.5L engine was boosted from 165[[hp]] to 173[[hp]] and its turbocharged engine has increased from 210[[hp]] to 230[[hp]]. In addition, one of its trim lines, the XS, has been removed from production.

===Styles and Major Options===
For 2009, the [[Subaru]] Forester is available in four trims: the Forester 2.5 X, Forester 2.5 X Limited, Forester 2.5 XT, and Forester 2.5 XT Limited. All trims come equipped with [[Subaru]]'s standard Symmetrical [[All Wheel Drive]]. Forester 2.5 X models are powered by a 2.5-liter flat-4 producing 170 hp @ 6,000 rpm and 170 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm.<ref>[http://www.jbcarpages.com/subaru/forester/2009/ 2009 Subaru Forester Review]</ref>

===Pricing===
Today's actual prices for the [[Subaru]] Forester can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/subaru/forester/prices CarsDirect].

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'''Forester Trims'''
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2.5 X
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2.5 X Limited
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2.5 XT
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2.5 XT Limited
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''MSRP''
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$19,995
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$25,995
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$26,195
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$28,195
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''Invoice''
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$18,913
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$24,330
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$24,557
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$26,384
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===Gas Mileage===
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

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2.5L Turbo
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20/26
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19/24
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===Reliability===
While there have been complaints of transmission problems with vehicles with the turbo/5-speed combination, most have been fairly reliable. Interior build quality has been known to show wear early on, with Car and Driver's long term test car showing premature interior wear and squeaks and rattles at 40,000 miles. While the car will appear and sound worn, there will be know repairs needed causing its reliabilty rating to stay high. Long term durability is impeccable, as revealed at [[www.Edmunds.com]], and [[www.Carsurvey.org]]

===Safety===
The Forester has received superb marks in crash tests performed by the [http://www.safercar.gov NHTSA], scoring 5/5 stars in every category but Rollover Rating, for which it earned 4/5 stars. The following safety features are also standard on every trim:
*4-Wheel [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)]]
*Electronic Brake-force Distribution
*Electronic Stability Control
*Daytime Running Lights
*Driver/Passenger Front [[Airbag]]s
*Seat-Mounted Side Impact [[Airbag]]s
* Side-curtain Airbags
*Side Impact Bars

===Photos===
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Image:Subaru1999.jpg|1999 Subaru Forester S
Image:Subaru_forrester.jpg|2001 Subaru Forester
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Image:800px-Subaru_Forester_X_2006_front_right.jpg|Subaru Forester X 2006 at the Melbourne International Motor Show
Image:Forester_2006interior.jpg|2006 Subaru Forester interior
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image:Forester_leftonwhite.jpg|2006 Subaru Forester
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'''Third Generation Development Prototypes'''

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===Colors===
Colors for the Forester can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/2009/subaru/forester/colors CarsDirect.com.]

===Main Competitors===
*[[Toyota RAV4]]
*[[Ford Escape]]
*[[Jeep Liberty]]
*[[Chevrolet Equinox]]
*[[Mazda Tribute]]
*[[Nissan Xterra]]

==Hybrid Models==
There are no plans for [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] models of the Forester.

==Unique Attributes==

==Resale Values==
[http://www.kbb.com Kelley Blue Book] estimates that the Forester will have have a better resale value than the [[Ford Escape]] or [[Mazda Tribute]], yet still trail behind the [[Honda CR-V]] in this category. [http://www.alg.com/deprratings.aspx Automotive Lease Group] rates the Forester's resale value at 3 stars out of 5, which is equivelant to a D-.

==Criticisms==
*"...the three rear headrests block your [the driver's rearward] vision." - The Detroit News
*"Because the Forester delivers a choppier ride than some rivals with more vibration, it might not appeal to those who favor an always-gentle road experience." - Kelley Blue Book
*"Refinement is roughly on par with the competitive Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute, but it falls short of Honda's CR-V." - Kelley Blue Book

==Current Generation: (2009–present)==

==Previous Generations==
===Second Generation (2003-2008)===
In 2003, a [[turbocharged]] Forester, the '''XT''', was released alongside the [[naturally-aspirated engine|naturally-aspirated]] '''X''' and '''XS''' in the United States as a 2004 model, however the same model had been available since the late 1990s elsewhere in the world. The XT model features a 2.5 L turbocharged engine mated with the same [[Mitsubishi]] TD04 turbocharger used in the [[Subaru Impreza WRX]]. In fact, the engine in the 2004 to 2005 Forester XT is identical to the American market [[Subaru Impreza WRX STi]] except for using the smaller TD04 turbocharger from the WRX, a smaller [[intercooler]], different exhaust system, and different engine management programming.

The 2003 Forester also features weight-saving refinements such as an aluminum hood, perforated rails, and a [[hydroforming|hydro-formed]] front frame.

In 2006, the turbocharged engine (powering the Forester XT) that won the International Engine of the Year is also being used in the Subaru Impreza WRX, as well as the re-badged [[Saab 9-2X]].

==Worldwide==
Up until recently, the Forester was also sold in India as a [[Chevrolet]] alongside other Chevrolet models sold there. This model featured a naturally aspirated 2.0 L [[flat-4]] engine rated at 120[[HP|hp]]. However, since [[General Motors Corporation|General Motors]] no longer holds an ownership stake in Subaru's parent company, Fuji Heavy Industries, this arrangement is in question.
====Australia====
The Forester has three main models available in Australia:
*'''X''' - naturally-aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 121 kW (162 hp)
*'''XS''' - naturally-aspirated 2.5 L flat-4, 121 kW (162 hp)
*'''XT''' - turbocharged 2.5 L flat-4, 169 kW (226 hp)

The difference between the X and the XS is the styling of the car through its accessories. Both the XS and the XT come with the option of having a "''Luxury Pack''" fitted - allowing for leather seats and a sunroof. Besides the difference in engine between the X or XS when compared to the XT, there are other minor styling differences like the addition of a MOMO steering wheel as standard on the XT model.

==Design quirks and oddities==
According to the Australian Used Car Safety Rating, the 1997-2002 Subaru Forester is the safest car which has the highest crash protection and the lowest aggressivity.[http://www.howsafeisyourcar.com.au/_scripts/ucsr_search_result.php?IID=1578 UCSR Results for 1997-2002 Subaru Forester.]

==Awards==
*Winner ''Australia's Best Recreational Four Wheel Drive'' in 2000
*Winner ''Australia's Best Recreational Four Wheel Drive'' in 2001
*Winner ''Australia's Best Recreational Four Wheel Drive'' in 2002
*Winner ''Australia's Best Recreational Four Wheel Drive'' in 2006
*''Car and Driver's'' Best Small SUV 2004
*''Car and Driver's'' Best Small SUV 2005
*''Car and Driver's'' Best Small SUV 2006

==References==
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==See also==
{{Subaru}}

== External links ==
*[http://www.MainelySubarus.com Mainely Subarus] Maine Subaru Enthusiast Car Club
*[http://www.subaru.jp/forester/forester/ Official Subaru Forester Homepage and Next-Gen Countdown] jp
*[http://www.subaruforester.org/ The Subaru Forester Owners Forum]
*[http://www.jbcarpages.com/subaru/forester/ JB car pages: Subaru Forester]
*[http://offroadsubarus.com/ Offroad Subarus] (take your Subaru, including Forester, off-road)
*[http://www.chevrolet.co.in/content_data/AP/IN/en/GBPIN/001/BRANDSITE/index_forester.html Chevrolet Forester (India)]
*[http://www.jasononcars.com/2006/02/15/quick-review-subaru-forester-25-xt/ Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Review]
*[http://www.worldcarfans.com/9071224.001/2009-subaru-forester-unveiled 2009 Subaru Forester Unveiled]
*[http://www.worldcarfans.com/9071227.001/the-2009-subaru-foresters-that-never-were-ditched-designs The 2009 Subaru Foresters That Never Were: Ditched Designs]
*[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2007/12/2009-subaru-forester-us-spec-version.html 2009 Subaru Forester: US Spec Version Image Gallery]

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Forester Subaru Forester], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Subaru_Forester&action=history contributors].

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