How long will a 2009 Subaru Forester last?
The Subaru Forester is a durable vehicle and can last between 200,000 miles and 250,000 miles. This means with an average of 15,000 miles driven per year, you can expect the Forester to last around 13 – 17 years. This is dependent on proper maintenance and good driving habits.
Did Subaru fix the oil consumption problem?
Subaru’s Response To The Oil Consumption Issue Subaru settled this lawsuit, and as part of this settlement they have agreed to: Extend the 5-year, 60K-mile powertrain warranty to an 8-year, 100K-mile warranty on all the models listed.
Which Subaru engines have oil consumption problems?
While it can be hard to tell until this is officially resolved, the vehicles most likely to be affected by high oil consumption include:
- Subaru Forester 4th Gen (2014-18)
- Subaru Legacy 5th Gen (2010-14)
- Subaru Forester 2nd Gen (2003-08)
- Subaru 6.82 4th Gen (2014-18)
- Subaru XV Crosstrek 1st Gen (2013-15)
Does 2009 Subaru Forester have a timing belt?
The 2009 and 2010 non-turbo Forester comes with an old-style EJ253 SOHC engine. It has a timing belt that needs to be replaced every 105,000 miles. The 2009-2013 Forester with a turbocharged EJ255 DOHC engine has a timing belt that also needs to be replaced at 105,000 miles.
What kind of car is the 2009 Subaru Forester?
Cars.com’s Bill Jackson takes a look at the 2009 Subaru Forester. It competes with the Ford Escape and Volkswagen Tiguan. In its first full redesign since the 2003 model year, the Subaru Forester has moved closer to the mainstream than some fans might have hoped it would.
What are the years to avoid on a Subaru Forester?
Cheat Sheet: Subaru Forester: Model Years to Avoid 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
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 a good car?
When going up-hill, the AWD system would put more power to the rear. When the weight shifted forward, such as going down a hill, the Forester would add more power to the front. As is normal for the Subaru brand, the Forester was exceptionally safe. The IIHS gave the Forester an overall evaluation of good.