Bob Baker Chevrolet Subaru
900 Arnele Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020Sales: 1-800-518-6951
- Service: 1-800-518-6976
2009 Subaru Forester
All-new, bigger, roomier. edited by Sam Moses
Summary
2009 Subaru Forester
Redesigned, the 2009 Subaru Forester offers more than ever before, for less money. It's slightly longer and wider, and has a good bit more rear seat legroom and cargo space. Its 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine is handicapped by a four-speed automatic transmission, more so in the base engine than the turbocharged version (which requires premium fuel). It's stable and rugged off road, using its proven all-wheel drive and a new rear suspension to good advantage, while there are no harsh spots to the highway ride. Overall, the new Forester compares favorably to its main competitors, the Honda CRV and Toyota RAV4.
Sam Moses filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com from Catalina Island near Los Angeles.
