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2023 Subaru Forester 2.5i-S AWD review
The Forester is a great family SUV, but you probably don’t need to spend this much to get the best version of it.
Matt Campbell
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
White Cream is the standard paint colour, with all other finishes costing an extra $595. The palette comprises:
N Line models are available only in:
The Forester is a great family SUV, but you probably don’t need to spend this much to get the best version of it.
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Type | ||
DIRECT FUEL INJ | MULTI POINT F/INJ, TURBO CDI, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1995 - 2498 | 1598 - 1999 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.5L, 2.0L | 2.0L, 1.6L | |
Induction | ||
FLAT 4 | INLINE 4, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
110kW - 136kW | 115kW - 137kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5800 - 6000 | 4000 - 6200 | |
Torque | ||
196Nm - 239Nm | 192Nm - 416Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
4000 - 4400 | 1500 - 4500 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
12.1 - 12.5 | 10.5 - 16 |