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What kind of gas mileage does a Subaru Forester get?
Consumer Reports named last year’s Forester as its Top Pick for small SUVs, and with few changes to the 2011 model, it should continue to earn such honors. Like all Subarus, it features full-time all-wheel drive, and for 2011 the Forester earned 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway fuel economy ratings from the EPA.
How much oil does a 2011 Subaru Forester use?
Purchased new 2011 Forrester prem 2.5. Currently have less than 22k miles. Have had excessive oil consumption from day one. It wasn’t until after many complaints, that the dealer started an oil consumption test. No issue failing that. Car would consume 3-4.5 quarts on a thousand mile trip, over and over again.
When did the Subaru Forester go on sale?
1st owner purchased on 05/16/11 and owned in MN until 07/21/12 • 2nd owner purchased on 09/19/12 and owned in MN until 04/13/16 • 3rd owner purchased on 04/13/16 and owned in MN until .
How much horsepower does a Subaru Forester have?
THIS IS NOT A PERFORMANCE VEHICLE. the real power is above 4000 rpm in 2nd and 3rd. I have had zero maintenance issues with the vehicle. Just oil changes and rotation of the tires.
Which is the best year to buy a Subaru Forester?
1 2019-Present Fifth-generation Forester 2 2014-2018 Fourth-generation Forester 3 2009-2010 Third-generation Forester 4 2003-2008 Second-generation Forester 5 1998-2002 First-generation Forester
What’s the difference between a Subaru Forester and Impreza?
The Subaru Forester rolled into showrooms for the 1998 model year. Although it shared many similarities with the Impreza, there were key differences between the two. Of course, the Forester was taller and came equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). However, what made the Forester so attractive was that it had the best of both the SUV and car worlds.
When did the third generation Subaru Forester come out?
Sporting a more rounded and less boxy design, the third-generation Forester hit showrooms for the 2009 model year. Here is where the Forester shifted from being a wagon to just another small SUV. The Forester grew yet again. Subaru made the Forester 3 inches longer, 1.8 inches wider, 4.3 inches taller, and added 3.5 inches to the wheelbase.
What makes a Subaru Forester 2.5X Limited Special?
The 2.5X Limited adds foglights, automatic climate control, the All-Weather package (including heated mirrors, heated front seats and windshield wiper de-icer), leather upholstery and a six-speaker stereo with six-CD changer. The 2.5XT Premium is similar to the 2.5X Premium but has a more powerful engine, a hood scoop and a rear roof spoiler.
Is the Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium a good car?
Several trims get improved audio features, while the 2.5X Premium gets a new optional TomTom navigation system. An eight-way power driver seat (with power-adjustable lumbar support) is now standard on the 2.5XT Premium, and Bluetooth is now standard on all Foresters except the 2.5X.
What kind of engine does a Subaru Forester have?
For 2011, Subaru Forester 2.5X models have a revised 2.5-liter engine that boosts torque and fuel economy slightly. The 2.5XT Limited trim has been dropped and a couple of new trim levels have been added: the 2.5X Touring and the 2.5XT Touring, positioned above the Limited trim.
What kind of transmission does a Subaru Forester use?
Size and price-wise, it fits between the shared Impreza platform, and the larger Legacy. The automatic transmissions used on AWD equipped vehicles will normally send 60% of the engine’s torque to the front wheels and 40% to the rear wheels, using a computer-controlled, continuously variable, multi-plate transfer clutch.
What kind of audio system does a Subaru Forester have?
For 2011, all but the base model get an all-new audio system with integrated Bluetooth hands-free functions, plus six speakers, an auxiliary jack, Bluetooth audio streaming, iPod controls, a USB port, and Sirius Satellite Radio compatibility.
Is the Subaru Forester getting a new engine?
The big news is that the Subaru Forester gets an all-new engine for 2011. While it’s only modestly more powerful—and makes the same 170 horsepower—the new engine gets slightly better fuel economy. With chain-driven double overhead cams, it promises fewer maintenance needs, too, than the belt-driven single overhead cam design it replaces.
What kind of car is the Subaru Forester?
The Subaru Forester was one of the first compact crossovers to gain acceptance with the general car-buying public. With its tall roof, roomy interior, and standard all-wheel-drive system, the Forester has remained a family favorite.
How much does it cost to repair a Subaru Forester?
If you end up having to replace the head gaskets, to do it right, the repair will run about $2,000-$3,000, but that should buy you another 100,000 or more, providing the rest of the engine is in good shape.