There are many cars out there that try to pass themselves off as true 4x4 all-rounders. The Subaru Forester however does not try to be something it isn't. It is a Japanese-built SUV-style vehicle with a tried and trusted four-wheel drive system that truly delivers all-round ability on and off road.
A Proper SUV
The Forester makes no allowance for trendy fashion. In its fourth incarnation it is now a proper SUV and no longer just a beefed-up wagon. Perhaps not the prettiest, this car is handsome in a chunky knitwear sort of way. The shape of this type of vehicle has always been governed by what it is required to do. Thus the Subaru Forester, with its roof rails and deep rear spoiler, will do the job be it on road, track or trail.
When it comes to reliability, Subaru vehicles are almost impossible to fault. Certainly there can be issues concerning the attractiveness of the cabin but it is all very functional and that’s the important thing. It is clear that the car is very well screwed together but the approach is again no nonsense. The dashboard is uncluttered, easy to use and everything an owner needs is there.
With SUV Space
The seats are very comfortable front and back. Some models have leather-covered seats, some a robust fabric. There's plenty of room for all and the boot is spacious. The featured car came with a big sunroof which makes the cabin a bit lighter but options such as this will be regionally dependent.
The Subaru Forester comes with a lot of kit included as standard including self-levelling rear suspension, climate control, a CD player, cruise control and heaters for the front seats, mirrors and windscreen wipers (Again, there will be regional variations depending on the part of the world). Navigation is available. The tested car had an electrically-operated driver’s seat.
The Engineering
Some versions, like the featured vehicle, will come with a manual gearbox but more recently Subaru have introduced their 'Lineartronic' CVT automatic system which is better than most and is a type of ‘step-less’ gearbox that is becoming increasingly popular.
All versions get symmetrical four-wheel drive system for confident all-weather grip. It also gives the Subaru Forester decent off-road ability; maybe not to true mud-plugging standards but certainly able enough. It's not a performance car but it gets up the road quite briskly. It will satisfy the rural driver who needs robustness in a vehicle as much as it will the urban dweller on winter roads.
This is not a car that sells in great numbers, having a certain niche appeal. For dependable, reliable transport the Subaru Forester should be high on the list if potential buyers live out in the countryside or have to transport many children. The longevity of this brand can be testified to by the large number of much older versions still out on the roads doing a good job. This is why this brand has such a devoted following. Tired of automotive fads and fashion? Get a Subaru Forester.The Subaru Forester. Dependable & Solid
There are many cars out there that try to pass themselves off as true 4x4 all-rounders. The Subaru Forester however does not try to be something it isn't. It is a Japanese-built SUV-style vehicle with a tried and trusted four-wheel drive system that truly delivers all-round ability on and off road.
A Proper SUV
The Forester makes no allowance for trendy fashion. In its fourth incarnation it is now a proper SUV and no longer just a beefed-up wagon. Perhaps not the prettiest, this car is handsome in a chunky knitwear sort of way. The shape of this type of vehicle has always been governed by what it is required to do. Thus the Subaru Forester, with its roof rails and deep rear spoiler, will do the job be it on road, track or trail.
When it comes to reliability, Subaru vehicles are almost impossible to fault. Certainly there can be issues concerning the attractiveness of the cabin but it is all very functional and that’s the important thing. It is clear that the car is very well screwed together but the approach is again no nonsense. The dashboard is uncluttered, easy to use and everything an owner needs is there.
With SUV Space
The seats are very comfortable front and back. Some models have leather-covered seats, some a robust fabric. There's plenty of room for all and the boot is spacious. The featured car came with a big sunroof which makes the cabin a bit lighter but options such as this will be regionally dependent.
The Subaru Forester comes with a lot of kit included as standard including self-levelling rear suspension, climate control, a CD player, cruise control and heaters for the front seats, mirrors and windscreen wipers (Again, there will be regional variations depending on the part of the world). Navigation is available. The tested car had an electrically-operated driver’s seat.
The Engineering
Some versions, like the featured vehicle, will come with a manual gearbox but more recently Subaru have introduced their 'Lineartronic' CVT automatic system which is better than most and is a type of ‘step-less’ gearbox that is becoming increasingly popular.
All versions get symmetrical four-wheel drive system for confident all-weather grip. It also gives the Subaru Forester decent off-road ability; maybe not to true mud-plugging standards but certainly able enough. It's not a performance car but it gets up the road quite briskly. It will satisfy the rural driver who needs robustness in a vehicle as much as it will the urban dweller on winter roads.
This is not a car that sells in great numbers, having a certain niche appeal. For dependable, reliable transport the Subaru Forester should be high on the list if potential buyers live out in the countryside or have to transport many children. The longevity of this brand can be testified to by the large number of much older versions still out on the roads doing a good job. This is why this brand has such a devoted following. Tired of automotive fads and fashion? Get a Subaru Forester.
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