Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
With more and more buyers becoming interested in the crossover market, the Subaru Forester was one of the best choices available.
Looking like an SUV, with good ground clearance and even good off-road capabilities, the Forester managed to offer great fuel economy and a spacious interior.
Reaching its 3rd generation in 2008, the Forester was a relaxing vehicle to be in with the quiet ride it offered.
All-wheel-drive was standard and more engine choices were available. Don’t think of a V6 or a V8, but the 4-cylinder boxer engine didn’t feel underpowered, offering enough power to suit the needs of most buyers.
While the previous generation was more wagon-like styled, the new Forester was more crossover due to its taller stance.
Rear visibility was impressive due to the unobstructed side lines, while the large-opening panoramic sunroof enhanced the roomy interior.
Inside, the gauges were very easy to read and all controls were intuitively placed for easy reach.
Legroom and headroom were good for both the front and the rear passengers, and the chairs were comfortable to enjoy long trips.
Great cargo room was also included in the package, while even longer items could be stored with the reclining 2nd row.
Standard features included power windows, doors and mirrors, as well as a 5-speed manual transmission and hill start assist.
Depending on the trim level, the Forester was also available with a 4-speed automatic, 17-inch wheels, premium sound and a tilt-telescoping steering wheel.
Standard safety features included 6 airbags, electronic brake distribution and antilock brakes with brake assist.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L X 5MT AWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1994 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 6000 RPM 150 HP @ 6000 RPM 148 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 145 lb-ft @ 3200 RPM 196 Nm @ 3200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 114 mph (183 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 176.6 in (4486 mm) |
Width: | 68.3 in (1735 mm) |
Height: | 62.6 in (1590 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.9/58.5 in (1,496/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.1 in (206 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.9 cuFT (450 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3174.7 lbs (1440 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4150 lbs (1882 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.6 mpg US (10.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 198 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 4AT AWD (171 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2498 cm3 |
Power: | 126 KW @ 5800 RPM 171 HP @ 5800 RPM 169 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 173 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 235 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 176.6 in (4486 mm) |
Width: | 68.3 in (1735 mm) |
Height: | 62.6 in (1590 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.9/58.5 in (1,496/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.7 in (221 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.9 cuFT (450 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3285 lbs (1490 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4150 lbs (1882 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.8 mpg US (12.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 220 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 4AT AWD (230 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | B4 |
Displacement: | 2457 cm3 |
Power: | 169 KW @ 5200 RPM 230 HP @ 5200 RPM 227 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 320 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 129 mph (208 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4 speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/55 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 176.6 in (4486 mm) |
Width: | 68.3 in (1735 mm) |
Height: | 62.6 in (1590 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.9/58.5 in (1,496/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.9 in (226 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.9 cuFT (450 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3439 lbs (1560 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4150 lbs (1882 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.2 mpg US (14.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 248 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 5AT AWD (262 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2457 cm3 |
Power: | 193 KW @ 6000 RPM 262 HP @ 6000 RPM 259 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 256 lb-ft @ 2800-4800 RPM 347 Nm @ 2800-4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 142 mph (229 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/55 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 176.6 in (4486 mm) |
Width: | 68.3 in (1735 mm) |
Height: | 62.6 in (1590 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.9/58.5 in (1,496/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.9 in (226 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.9 cuFT (450 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3494 lbs (1585 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4150 lbs (1882 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.9 mpg US (14.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.8 mpg US (7.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 248 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 5MT AWD (171 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2498 cm3 |
Power: | 126 KW @ 5800 RPM 171 HP @ 5800 RPM 169 BHP @ 5800 RPM |
Torque: | 173 lb-ft @ 4100 RPM 235 Nm @ 4100 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 123 mph (198 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 176.6 in (4486 mm) |
Width: | 68.3 in (1735 mm) |
Height: | 62.6 in (1590 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.9/58.5 in (1,496/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.7 in (221 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.9 cuFT (450 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3252 lbs (1475 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4150 lbs (1882 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 18.2 mpg US (12.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25.3 mpg US (9.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 220 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 5MT AWD (230 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2457 cm3 |
Power: | 169 KW @ 5200 RPM 230 HP @ 5200 RPM 227 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 236 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM 320 Nm @ 2800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/55 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 176.6 in (4486 mm) |
Width: | 68.3 in (1735 mm) |
Height: | 62.6 in (1590 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.9/58.5 in (1,496/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.9 in (226 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.9 cuFT (450 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.36 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3406 lbs (1545 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4150 lbs (1882 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.3 mpg US (14.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 248 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0D 6MT AWD (147 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 108 KW @ 3600 RPM 147 HP @ 3600 RPM 145 BHP @ 3600 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 1800-2400 RPM 350 Nm @ 1800-2400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 15.9 gallons (60.2 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 116 mph (187 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/65 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 176.6 in (4486 mm) |
Width: | 68.3 in (1735 mm) |
Height: | 62.6 in (1590 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.9/58.5 in (1,496/1,486 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 99.4 in (2525 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.1 in (206 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.9 cuFT (450 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3439 lbs (1560 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 158 g/km |