Why Choose The Subaru Forester Over Everything Else?

Why is the Subaru Forester so popular?

The 2023 Subaru Forester is one of the best SUVs you can purchase. The Base trim model starts at just $26,495, not including destination and handling fees, and the top line trim, Touring, has a base price of $36,795, not including destination and handling fees. 

How many trim levels does the Forester have?

The 2023 Forester can be optioned in 6 different trim levels, including Base, Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, and Touring trim levels. 

Can the Forester tow?

The Forester is able to tow up to 1,500 lbs when properly equipped. Meaning, you can tow jet skis, ATVs, motorcycles, and the like. 

Does the Subaru Forester have an off-road mode?

The Subaru Forester has as much as 8.7 inches of ground clearance, which allows it to go a lot of places. With the optional Enhanced X-Mode system and the standard All-Wheel Drive, you are able to tell the vehicle what type of terrain you are driving on, whether it be snow, dirt, or mud, and let the systems work together to get the most amount of traction per wheel. 

How is the rear space for passengers?

Rear passengers in the Subaru Forester have quite a nice place to sit. With up to 39.6 inches of rear headroom without a moonroof, 39.4 inches of rear legroom, 53.6 inches of rear hip room, and 57.2 inches of rear shoulder room. 

What kind of engine does the Subaru Forester have?

With a 2.5-liter Boxer 4-Cylinder engine under the hood, the Forester has 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque, which allows it to be both good on gas and have plenty of power for everyday driving. 

Is it good on gas?

According to EPA estimates, the Forester can achieve up to 26 mpg city and 33 mpg highway, respectively. If you decide to purchase the Wilderness trim, you can expect 25 mpg city and 28 mpg highway, respectively. 

How much cargo capacity is in the Forester?

Space is tantamount to the usability of Subaru vehicles, and the 2023 Forester features a total of 26.9 cu.ft. of space behind the second-row seats when equipped with the optional moonroof. With the rear seats folded, the maximum space increases to 69.1 cu.ft. with the optional moonroof. Total interior volume is as high as 111.6 cu.ft. 

Does the Subaru Forester have All-Wheel Drive?

Except for the BRZ sports coupe, all Subarus have the Subaru Symmetrical all-time All-Wheel Drive system as standard. Our AWD has saved lives and is also a multi-time rallying championship system. 

Is the Subaru Forester reliable?

The Subaru Forester has a reliability ranking of 84 out of 100, according to J.D. Power and Associates. When evaluating the Forester, their tests “Measure(s) the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.”. The overall rating for the Forester is also an 84, which puts it above the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage, and in their collection of data and information. 

Is the Forester safe? 

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded the 2023 Subaru Forester the coveted Top Safety Pick, scoring top marks in front and side impact tests, along with roof strength, accident prevention technology, and for head restraints and seats. 

At Subaru of Rochester, we are happy to offer dozens of different new and pre-owned vehicles for you to choose from. Our fantastic sales team will take care to find you the right car for your needs, and our great qualified service department can take care of your vehicle and make sure it’s always ready to hit the road.