Is the 2017 Subaru Forester a good car?
I have long thought of the Forester as a rather frumpy-looking car with inferior interior materials and ergonomics (my basis for comparison is my beloved 2005 Outback 2.5 XT Limited with a manual transmission). But my 2017 2.0 XT Touring edition of the Forester (with EyeSight) blows away those perceptions.
What are the features of a Subaru Forester 2.0XT?
There are so many features in the 2.0XT Touring trim level with Eyesight that I would insist on having in any future vehicle – adaptive cruise control, lane sway warning, lane keep assist, pre-collision braking/throttle management, adaptive LED headlamps, reverse automatic braking, X-mode…the list is extensive.
What kind of financing does a Subaru Forester get?
If you are fortunate enough to get the Touring with turbo, add optional Eyesight and are willing to wait for a custom order (in my case, 3 months), you will not be disappointed! To top it off, Subaru was offering very competitive financing (0% at 36 mos or .9% at 48 – 63 months) and deals at or below invoice are common.
What is the s # mode on a Subaru Forester?
With 8 (simulated) gear ratios in S#, the CVT provides fine control of engine braking going downhill, and is easily adjusted with the paddles (I usually do it with the transmission in Manual mode). While I find S# mode a little fussy in flat country, I’ve come to be a great fan of it under more demanding driving conditions.
The 2017 Subaru Forester has good power for the typical commute, and power delivery is even stronger with the available turbocharged engine. The Subaru Forester has composed handling, precise steering, and strong brakes. Its ride is also comfortable. The Forester’s standard all-wheel drive provides good grip in low traction situations.
What are the trim levels of the 2017 Subaru Forester?
trim levels & features. The all-wheel-drive 2017 Subaru Forester is a five-seat small crossover SUV that offers a bit more off-road prowess than others in its class. Six trim levels are available: 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring, 2.0XT Premium and 2.0XT Touring.
What kind of engine does a 2017 Forester have?
The 2017 Forester comes standard with a 170-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that generates 250 horsepower is available. A six-speed manual transmission is standard with the base engine, while an automatic (CVT) is optional with the base engine and standard with the turbocharged engine.
What’s the difference between Subaru Impreza and forester?
The Forester is styled more like an SUV than Subaru’s other compact vehicles, the Impreza and Crosstrek. Changes are minimal for 2016, with all Forester models getting a touch-screen multimedia system (6.2 inches is the standard size). A subscription-based emergency communication system is also now available.