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2007 LL Bean, garnet red with urban gray trim |
2007 XT Limited with new for 2007 17" alloy wheels, crystal gray shown |
2007 XT Sports. Note the new front grill, no fog lights (shown with bumper moldings). The Sports XT is the only 2007 Forester with VDC. |
Sports front grill |
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New for 2007 auxiliary stereo plug on X Sports, X Premium, LL Bean and XT replaces the ashtray. Not available on X models.
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BASICS...
The Subaru Forester is an all-wheel-drive
car-based SUV introduced in 1998. Made by Fuji Heavy Industries in Ota,
Japan.
Shares wheelbase with the Subaru Impreza
Size and price wise it fits between the
smaller Impreza and the larger Legacy and is popular with commuter, campers
and small families. People appreciate the practicality, looks, strong motor,
smooth ride and excellent handling.
The Forester has done very well in Insurance
Institute crash tests and various consumer magazine ratings, usually earning
top spots and recommended ratings.
2007 Summary. Available early July 2006.
Models: X, X
Premium, X LL Bean, XT
turbo. Only minor changes for 2007. Prices on
certain models are lower, especially the X model. X $600 price drop, X
Premium $450 less, LL Bean $200 less. New 'California Spec' PZEV (partial
zero emission vehicle) 4 cylinder for sale in California, Mass, Maine,
NY, Vermont only. There are new colors and
combinations, new front door panel trim with large cup/bottle holder (see
photo
page), the X model gets the EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
upgrade that has been on the other models, X Premium has audio (iPod) input
plug (see photo page), and is Sirius satellite radio ready (first 3 months
free). The LL Bean gets gray colored alloy wheels, XT turbo gets 17" alloys,
upgraded stereo. XT horsepower has changed due to a testing method only.
2 new models announced 11/1/06, late November
availability, X Sport and XT Sport with new front bumper, black mesh grill,
black fabric, and deletes roof rack cross bars. Limited color selection.
X adds CH changer with auxilliary plug, XT Sport adds the VDC all wheel
drive with traction control system and is the only Forester with VDC. The
XT Sport is available in a few colors including WRX Blue (rally blue) This
is the 1st time this popular blue Impreza color has been offered on any
Forester. See full details below in the individual model area.
2006
Models:
X, X Premium, X LL Bean, XT Limited. Discontinued
models: The XS and XS with Moonroof models have both been combined
and replaced by the new X Premium model.
The cloth XT turbo is discontinued,
and the XT Premium is renamed the XT Limited.
Ground clearance increased
X, Premium, LL Bean: 8.1"; XT Limited 7.9", More
horsepower! X now has 173hp from 165hp. XT turbo 230hp, from 210,
due to higher compression and redesigned intake manifold. The turbo meets
Low Emissions Vehicle II (LEV II) regulation, goes 0-60 mph in under six
seconds. New strengthened rear crossmember, new retuned suspension enhance
ride smoothness and handling response in all Forester models; new improved
braking feel on all models; Redesigned advanced airbags: front passenger
airbag now with On-Off indicator light by clock. Redesigned center console
with armrest and cupholders. Standard rear seat fold-down armrest,
security system; new front grille, headlights with 4 bulbs, new clear taillights,
map
pocket on back of the front passenger seat, bright trim strip on middle
of rear gate, painted bumpers and side moldings now on all models.
Integrated turn signals on new larger outside mirrors (all except X) see
photograph
page for images of many of these new features
2005:
Available starting in May 2004. October: new options now available: Short
shifter on XT models, Auto dimming mirror/compass with optional Homelink
on all models. September Price increase on all cars delivered to dealers
starting 9/04. All 05 models get air filtration, the driver's airbags is
now dual stage deploying as the passenger airbag has been, there a new
remote keyless entry, new black sidewall tires. New model: XS LL Bean replaces
the XS Premium with Leather model, which was included in early printed
brochures. The LL Bean has new load leveling rear suspension, hard finish
cargo floor, comes standard with auto dimming mirror/copmpass & etc.
Power driver's seat is finally on the Forester, it is on all XS and XT
models. Turbo XT gets new immobilizer (chipped) key, and the XT Premium
with leather/sunroof is now available with a manual transmission. There
are a few new colors and etc....
2004: Turbo
XT model introduced.
2003: Major
remodel: 2nd generation Forester available mid-May 2002. 1st major re-design
since introduced in 1998. L and S models renamed X, XS.
Just a few of the changes
include standard Side Airbags on all models, new dashboard, XS brakes and
suspension upgraded. New grill, tailgate, hood, seats ..
2002 model
has a few minor upgrades, including factory leather (S Premium only), daytime
running lights etc
2001 Minor
re-design, available early, in February 2000. New: front, rear lights,
dashboard, rear seats, S Premium model added
1999 model
body was stiffened and strengthened and did very well in crash tests.
1998 1st year
information always subject to change, correction 5 Star front,
side crash
results, US govt, www.nhtsa.com.
Safety and vehicle roll-over questions:
the
Forester meets federal safety standards for Passenger Vehicles and
does not require a 'roll over' warning label.
All Forester models have
Side Airbags: front head/chest side-impact air bags for driver and passenger All Forester models have:
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Bumper-to-bumper: 3 year/36,000
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click here for the full maintenance page Oil changes intervals: 3,750 miles with normal driving, 7,500 miles with light driving Tire rotations: every 6-10,00 miles. Equal tread required. Tires, wheels FAQ 15,000 mile inspection, tire rotation (best 6-10,000 miles), air and other filter changes as needed based on conditions, driving 30,000 mile service with complete fluid, filter, spark plug change, except XT turbo plugs are at 60,000 miles 60,000 mile - repeat 30,000 service, replace plugs on XT turbo 90,000 mile service with complete fluid, filter, spark plug change, except XT turbo plugs are at 120,000 miles 105,000 mile replace timing belt. |
topstart prices
Interest rates, rebates new for 2007: Federal spec and
California spec PZEV (partial zero emission vehicles)
information always subject to change, correction November 16: new Sports prices announced Many 2007 prices are lower than 2006: X $600 less, X Premium $450 less, LL Bean $200 less Destination is $625. Alaska destination is $775. Destination may vary in CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT. |
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new
EBD electronic brake Force Distribution now on X model
All Wheel Drive
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5 shoulder seatbelts, 2 front and 3 rear
3 rear headrests Rear seat center armrest Body colored bumpers and body-side cladding Body colored C-pillar Cargo area utility bars Passenger side-front seatback net pocket Desert Beige or Graphite Gray cloth interior colors underfloor cargo storage areas with temporary duty spare tire temporary spare tire 12 volt Front power outlet for cell phones, laptops etc 12 volt Rear power outlet for coolers, pumps etc Cigarette lighter plug, ashtray (lighter not included) Cupholders: 2 front, 2 rear Rear defroster with wiper blade de-icer See-through front head rests 16" steel wheels, MS tires Leather shift boot (manual only) Roof rack with Cross Bars, 150# capacity Interior dome light (delayed off) Rear cargo light, 2 overhead Map lights 3 under-carpet rear cargo storage bins 4 cargo tie-down hooks Tilt steering column Tachometer, low fuel light, coolant temp. gauge Automatic off headlights Floor mats, carpeted Split folding rear seats Raised back-up lights (reverse lights) Plastic headlight lens, chip resistant lexan 2 over-head storage compartments for sunglasses etc 2 Trip odometers |
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new Sport mesh front grill new Sport redesigned front bumper new 120 Watt CD changer MP3 player, auxilliary (ipod) plug, pre-wired for Sirius radio delete roof rack cross bars (they're an option) |
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Stereo upgrade, CD player reads MP3, CD-RW
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everything the X Premium has plus.... new
Alloy wheel with Gray gloss finish, replaces brushed aluminum color
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horsepwer rated at 224@5600 rpm, 226torque@3600 due to a change in SAE
testing methods.
Stereo: 7 speakers,
4 upgraded main speakers plus 2 tweeters plus rear cargo area subwoofer
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Hand measured by me. A: 36" width at bottom of gate opening
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Engine | X, X Premium, LL Bean:
2.5L 4 cylinder Boxer engine, SOHC
16 valve, Active Valve Control System AVCS Fuel system: multi-port sequential fuel injection, distributorless ignition Compression: 10:1 XT Limited: 2.5L 4 cylinder Boxer
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166 ft lbs torque at 4400 rpm |
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Transmission | S: manual with hill holder
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S: automatic | S: manual with hill holder let
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LLBean Manual: 1st:3.454, 2- 2.062, 3- 1.448, 4- 1.088, 5- .780, rev
3.333. final 4.111
Automatic: 1st 2.785, 2nd 1.545, 3rd 1.0, 4th 0.694 reverse 2.272; final 4.444 XT Limited turbo Manual:1st 3.454,
2nd 1.947, 3rd 1.366. 4th 0.972, 5th 0.738, rev 3.333. Final 4.444
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check with your mechanic and parts supplier for confirmation or changes. Not responsible for errors etc |
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LL Bean: plugs: NGK FR5AP-11, firing order 1-3-2-4
ignition timing/idle (btdc): manual 10* +/- 8* 650 rpm, auto 15*+/- 8* 700rpm Idle speed/rpm: Manual: 650 +/- 100, Automatic 700 +/-100 Generator/Battery 12V-90A, manual 48AH, Automatic 52AH 2.5L turbo XT Limited: plugs: iridium
NGK: ILFR6B firing order 1-3-2-4
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Manual trans - 22 city / 29 highway Automatic trans - 23 city / 28 highway Automatic. |
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EPA economy rating Manual trans: 20/27 Automatic trans: 21/26 |
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Front: 11.4" vented disc, dual caliper
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Rear: 9" drum. |
Front: 11.4" vented front
disc, dual caliper piston, Rear: 10.3" disc.
With EBD Electronic Brake Force Distribution which distributes braking power front-to-rear depending on weight load. XT Sport: with VDC all wheel drive includes traction control which uses brakes to minimize wheel spin |
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6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89) M&S 215/60R16 94H raised black letter |
6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89) silver finish 215/60R16 94H raised black letter |
6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89) M&S 215/60R16 94 H raised black letter |
M&S 215/55 R17 93H raised black letter |
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List price (invoice) S = standard, A = available option, -- not available Notes prices are factory
installed. Dealer installed prices may be higher due to labor and part
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Popular Equipment Grp 1: rear bumper cover, cargo tray, splash guards $302 ($194) |
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Popular Equipment Grp 2: cargo bin, rubber floor mats $170 ($105) |
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Popular Equipment Grp 3: Cargo nets: rear vertical, sides (2), Rear seatback; Cargo area spotlight $212 ($135) |
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Popular Equipment Grp 4: auto dimming mirror/compass, Shock sensor alarm upgrade $298 ($194) |
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Premium Sound Pkg 1: 6 disc CD changer, tweeters, upgraded speakers, subwoofer/amp $944 ($666) |
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Protection Grp: Front bumper underguard, rear differential protector, hood deflector, rear windows dust deflector $698 ($430) |
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Performance Grp: Short throw shifter,
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Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ compass and Homelink upgrade for LL Bean only, $87 ($56) |
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Security System Shock Sensor upgrade $115 ($75) |
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Rear bumper cover $72 ($47) |
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Front bumper underguard $357 ($232) |
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Rubber floor mats $55 ($33) |
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Cargo tray $75 ($46) |
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Cargo bin $115 ($72) |
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Custom tailpipe tip, bright metal $42 ($28) |
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Cargo net rear $46 ($30) |
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Cargo net- Sides rear both $75 ($49) |
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Leather Shift Knob; Manual $61 ($40); Automatic $121 ($79) |
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Rear window dust deflector $126 ($82) |
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Rear differential protector $110 ($71) |
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Splash Guards body colored $155 ($101) |
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Alloy Wheels, 16" $659 ($495) |
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Wheel Locks $42 ($28) |
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Rear Spoiler, body colored $353 ($230) |
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Cargo area spotlight $45 ($26) |
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CD Changer, 6 disc in dash $527 ($395) |
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Subwoofer/amplifier (1 din) $170 ($110) |
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Speed tests.
There aren't many on the Forester
CarandDriver magazine, September 2005.
2006 XT Ltd, 5spd manual
0-60 5.9sec
0-100 15.8sec
1/4 mile14.3 sec @ 96mph
Braking 70-0 182ft
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for content.
These pages may contain errors so check
with your dealer, parts supplier, mechanic, spouse, kids, current or ex
in-laws, insurance agent, and family pet before making any decisions.
Always inspect and test drive any car before buying.
Not responsible for errors or typos,
or any problems or decisions that might arise from any use of this page.
These pages are done to help you determine
your interest in Subaru.
Suggestions, tips and comments related to this web page are welcome.
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