When did the 2005 Subaru Forester come out?
Subaru’s “crossover” wagons for 2005 went on sale in early summer of 2004 with a handful of revisions and one new model in the lineup. At the 2004 New York International Auto Show, Subaru unveiled its latest collaboration with the L.L.Bean organization: the Forester 2.5 XS L.L.Bean Edition.
Which is the fourth generation Subaru Forester?
The fourth generation crossover from Fuji Heavy Industries continues a line of models that have been successfully sold since 1997. Compared to the model that came before it, the SJ Forester is longer, mainly in the wheelbase. The cabin benefits heavily from this, especially in the rear legroom department.
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 interior does a Subaru Forester have?
At the 2004 New York International Auto Show, Subaru unveiled its latest collaboration with the L.L.Bean organization: the Forester 2.5 XS L.L.Bean Edition. The L.L.Bean Edition features special embroidered floormats, beige leather-trimmed upholstery and an auto-dimming compass mirror.
What kind of transmission does a Subaru Forester have?
A five-speed-manual gearbox is standard on all models except the 2.5 XS L.L.Bean Edition, which gets a four-speed-automatic transmission. The automatic transmission is optional for the other models.
What kind of engine does a Subaru Forester have?
Little change is expected for the 2004 model year. 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.
What is the length of a Subaru Forester?
The Forester has a fully independent suspension and measures 175.2 inches long overall on a 99.4-inch wheelbase, which is the same span as Subarus Impreza models. The Foresters ground clearance is 7.5 inches.
What kind of wheels does a Subaru Forester’s have?
Forester S adds a viscous limited-slip differential, rear disc brakes, 16 × 6.5-inch alloy wheels with 215/60R16 tires (the L uses 15 × 6-inch steel wheels), upgraded moquette upholstery, heated front seats with net storage pockets in back, dual vanity mirrors, heated sideview mirrors, heated windshield wipers, and keyless entry.