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Subaru Forester
Planning for an August visit to the beach or mountains, weekend getaway or cross-country escape?
An SUV with top-rated performance, high-tech features and off-roading driving functionality is paramount.
Under The Hood
All Forester models are powered by a 2.5-liter Subaru Boxer engine paired with a Lineartronic CVT and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. The direct-injection engine produces 182 hp and 176 lb-ft of torque.
The Forester is a highly efficient SUV, delivering up to 33 mpg EPA-estimated highway fuel economy. The compact SUV also offers up to 1,500-lb. towing capacity and features standard Trailer Stability Assist.
Comfort & Convenience
Subaru Forester has a reputation for value with a long list of standard features: power windows, door locks, and side mirrors; dual USB ports in the front center console; multi-function display; remote keyless entry; and combination meter with color LCD.
Other standard features include Subaru Starlink with a 6.5-inch Multimedia Plus system with high-resolution touchscreen, smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio streaming connectivity as well as SiriusXM and a CD player.
The 2021 Forester incorporates plenty of front seat and shoulder room for drivers looking to stretch out during long drives. It comfortably seats tall occupants in front or midsection of the cabin.
Need extra room for camping gear and for occupants to recline inside the cabin? There’s 35.4 cubic feet of luggage space behind the rear seats. When seats are folded flat, maximum cargo area of 76.1 cubic feet.
Raised roof racks provide sufficient space to hoist longer items like surfboards and kayaks.
Safety
The 2021 Subaru Forester earned a maximum 5-star overall score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and was named a Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance of Highway Safety.
Frontal large glass areas and thin pillars contribute to excellent outward vision. Front, side and rear under guards as well as lower body cladding protect the SUV from mud, rocks and salt.
Subaru “Eyesight” is a suite of safety systems that includes forward pre-collision braking, throttle control, adaptive cruise control and alerts.
The Driver Focus Distraction Mitigation System uses facial recognition technology, visual and audio warnings to caution against driver fatigue and distraction.
All trim levels come with LED Steering Responsive Headlights and High Beam Assist.
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