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2009 Subaru Forester Overview
SUV Styling With Offroad Chops
Mainstream SUV shoppers take note: 2009 may just be the year the Subaru Forester sheds its quirky skin. For the first time since 2003, the model’s boxy charm has been pared down. Given a full redesign, what’s left is an SUV that’s as practical as ever, but now boasts enough refinement to merit serious consideration from anyone shopping the latest Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4.
Style-wise, previous generations of the Forester looked more like tall wagons than SUVs. With its creased headlights and stacked bumper, the Forester’s 2009 model moves closer to the likes of a Saturn Vue or Ford Escape.
Standard dual exhaust pipes add a sporty touch, as do the 17-inch alloy wheels that come on all but the base trim level. The doors have window frames now, giving them a sturdier feel.
Trim levels include the 2.5X and 2.5X L.L.Bean, along with turbocharged 2.5XT and 2.5XT Limited versions.
A four-speed automatic is optional with the non-turbo four-cylinder, while the turbo engine comes only with the automatic.
As one of the first SUVs to adopt a four-wheel-independent suspension, this SUV has a new double-wishbone rear setup. Towing capacity is 2,400 pounds with either engine -- beating most four-cylinder SUVs.
The steering system offers a quicker turning ratio than ever before. The 34.4-foot turning circle beats eight of its major competitors, some by more than 5 feet.
Improvements include reduced highway noise, increased backseat legroom and doors that open a few degrees wider.
New Sport mode has its own dedicated shifting program and the Forester’s go-anywhere, all-wheel drive capabilities remain as good as ever. It’s proven to tackle fairly demolished dirt roads, clawing up steep slopes and rutted pathways with well-controlled body motions, and wheels that stay well-connected to the dirt.
Subaru shaved some $1,200 off the sticker price for 2009, so the 2.5X now starts at $19,995, including a temperature/gas mileage display, A/C, cruise control, a CD player with an MP3 auxiliary jack, power accessories and remote keyless entry.
Add alloy wheels, a panoramic moonroof, heated leather seats, automatic climate control and the 2009 Subaru Forester puts you in a powerful SUV driver's seat.
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2010
2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Exterior Colors: Red, Gray, Blue, Black, Green, White, Silver, Gold
Interior Colors: Black, Gray
MSRP: $28,195
MPG:
19 city
/
24 hwy
Engine: Horizontal
Transmission:
Automatic, Auto Manual
Seats: 5
2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT 4dr All-wheel Drive
Exterior Colors: Red, Gray, Blue, Black, Green, White, Silver, Gold
Interior Colors: Black, Gray
MSRP: $26,195
MPG:
19 city
/
24 hwy
Engine: Horizontal
Transmission:
Automatic, Auto Manual
Seats: 5
2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 X 4dr All-wheel Drive
Exterior Colors: Red, Gray, Blue, Black, Green, White, Silver, Gold
Interior Colors: Black, Gray
MSRP: $19,995
MPG:
20 city
/
27 hwy
Engine: Horizontal
Transmission:
Automatic, Auto Manual, Manual
Seats: 5
2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Exterior Colors: Red, Gray, Blue, Black, Green, White, Silver, Gold
Interior Colors: Black, Gray
MSRP: $25,995
MPG:
20 city
/
26 hwy
Engine: Horizontal
Transmission:
Automatic, Auto Manual
Seats: 5
What We Like:
- Low base price
- No-nonsense cargo area
- Solid brakes
What We Don't Like:
- Small radio buttons
- Some inconsistent dashboard materials
- Turbo requires premium fuel
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