Is the 2006 Subaru Forester still running strong?
2-Year ownership/200K milestone update: Foz is still running strong, a couple minor things. The AC compressor burnt out and calipers were dragging, which bumped us up to a pleasant 25mpg. There’s a mysterious slow oil leak to hunt down, I have to top off a quart every few weeks.
Which is better Subaru Forester X or Foz s?
I had a 2002 Foz S and really enjoyed it, had more grunt of the bottom and better fuel milage plus you could run regular octane. My current 2005 Fox XT is a rocketship, and certainly sucks back the fuel at a prodigous rate, not as much bottom end low rpm grunt and more costly because the expense of the premium fuel.
What kind of mpg does a Subaru Forester get?
I’ve even pulled an SUV out of a snow bank — this is NOT the turbo model. Mpg in summer is decent 22/24mpg & the winter is an iffy 18 but the gas $$ is worth the extra confidence in the snow. Interior is plastic and plain with pretty dated-looking controls – no frills.
What’s the difference between a forester X and XT?
I test drove the XT, then the X, then the XT again. For me the biggest advantage of the XT is that if I had bought the X I would never be able to sleep at night. On previous models… part of the difference was 4-wheel disc brakes (XT) versus front discs and rear drum brakes (X).
When does the new Subaru Forester come out?
At the Chicago Auto Show in February 2003, Subaru announced a new Forester 2.5 XT that will be equipped with a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine that makes 210 horsepower. The other models the 2.5 S and 2.5 XS continue to use a 165-hp engine. The 2.5 XT is scheduled to go on sale in late June 2003.
What are the features of a Subaru Forester?
The 2.5 XS adds automatic climate control, an in-dash six-CD changer, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and Moquette upholstery. Standard 2.5 XT features include automatic climate control and a seven-speaker stereo with an in-dash six-CD changer.
Mpg in summer is decent 22/24mpg & the winter is an iffy 18 but the gas $$ is worth the extra confidence in the snow. Interior is plastic and plain with pretty dated-looking controls – no frills.
How are the seats in a Subaru Forester?
Seats are actually comfy and the backseat/trunk area is HUGE with seats folded down. Bought this thing for cheap with a salvage title & the “Subaru problem trifecta” recently replaced (head gaskets, timing belt, water pump).