2008 LL Bean, garnet red with gray trim 2 tone	garnet red XT Sports
Subaru Forester X, topaz gold (new color for 08)	2008 LL Bean, garnet red with gray trim 2 tone
XT Sports (07 shown) . Note the front grill, no fog lights  (shown with bumper moldings).  XT Sport and XT Limited w/ automatic transmission are the only Forester with VDC.	Sports front grill close-up
2008 Forester X, steel gray (new color for 08)	2008 LL Bean, newport blue with gray trim
new for 08 PZEV logo on Califonia spec Foresters (left rear)	LL Bean tailgate logo, left rear, Also on both front quarter panel
standard head light with silver inner surround (above) black inner surround headlight and tailight on Sports models	on right, new for 08 blacked out inner surround on Sports taillights.
silver roof rails on X Sports 10th Anniversary pkg and XT Sports, body color end pieces	X Sports with 10th Anniversary pkg, dark gray metallic, note the grill, alloy wheels, blacked out head/tail light inner surrounds, turn signals in the mirrors, silver roof rails, No fog lights
aux plug on X Sports, X Premium, LL Bean and XTs replaces ashtray. Not on X model.	new for 08: automatic transmssion XT Sports and XT Limited models have VDC all wheel drive. This is the 'off ' button on the lower left dashboard. There's no heated front wiper de-icer/heated mirror button which means its XT Sports

Taupe LL Bean leather is on the LL Bean. Optional rubber floor mat shows on driver's side. Note the bottle holder in the door panel	The front wiper de-icer heats up the lower windshield. All models except X, X Sports (photo is an Outback, with a little snow..) the wiper de-icer heating element door panel with bottle holder. Gray shown.
new for 2008: X wheel without full wheel cover (left), with full wheel cover (middle),  and X Sports 16" alloy (right)
XT Sports 17" alloy	XT Sport front lip spoiler  (shown with black aftermarket bumper moldings) more Forester photos

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.

2008 summary: available starting late May 2007. Prices much the same, drops on X Premium . X Sports now with new 10th Anniversary package including 16" 6 spoke alloy wheels, turn signals in large size outside mirrors, also CD changer, Climate Control, aux stereo input, leather steering wheel and shift knob. All models have tire pressure monitoring (TPMS).  X Sports and XT Sports now with black painted headlight surroun and C pillar, silver painted roof rails. X Sports gets leather wrapped steering wheel, XT Sports loses the sunroof, gets STI-type front lip under spoiler, 17" 12 spoke alloys, rear spoiler with brake light. XT Sports and now XT Limited with automatic transmission get VDC. LL Bean now with 7 upgraded speakers, standard Homelink, LL Bean logo floor mats and rear cargo tray. Delete shock senor, load leveling rear suspsension, hard cargo floor (now carpeted). PZEV logo on rear gate on PZEV vehicles. New colors

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 automatic 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.
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-SAFETY- 2008 models information always subject to change, correction 5 Star front, side crash results, US govt, www.nhtsa.com. Front, sidecrash tests, Insurance Inst. for Hgy Safety Safety and vehicle roll-over questions: the Forester meets federal safety standards for Passenger Vehicles and  does not require a 'roll over' warning label. Most other small sport utilities are required to have a safety warning that they don't handle like a normal car and extra care must be taken to prevent roll over and injury All Forester models have new for 2008 Tire Pressure Monitoring on all models Front Driver Airbag: Dual stage driver airbag deploys according to the driver’s distance to the steering wheel, measured by a sensor on the seat track. Front Passenger Airbag: Dual stage passenger airbag deploys according to occupant etc. A light by the upper cosole indicates on or off (see photo). A sensor device detects and measures weight, position on the seat, position of the seat to determine if it’s occupied and if so by a child or adult to control air bag deployment. see photo page   All Forester models have: Airbags front and front head/chest Side-impact air bags for  driver and passenger new for 2008 Tire Pressure Monitoring on all models Electronic Brake Distribution Collapsable foot pedals to help minimize injury Crumple zones front and rear Side impact door beams Child seat anchors (latch system) Child seat tethers (latch system) Tinted safety glass. Daytime running lights Anti-lock brakes Child safety rear door locks

-WARRANTIES- Bumper-to-bumper: 3 year/36,000 miles. Includes Wear Item warranty covering premature wear: brakes, clutch linings, remote batteries, wiper blades etc. Roadside assistance 3yr/36000 miles by the Cross Country Motor Club at 800 261-2155, break-down, lock-out, flat repair etc Powertrain: 5 year/ 60,000 miles Corrosion: 5 year/100,000 miles Note Warranties do not cover wear or damage due to abuse, lack of maintenance or competitive driving. Exclusions may apply, wear replacement may be one time.

-MAINTENANCE- click here for the full maintenance page 1st oil change at 3 months or 3000 miles whichever comes first. 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.

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2008 X standard features all information subject to change and correction
ALL 2008 X models include new Tire Pressure Monitoring new full wheel covers on black steel wheels new Illuminated power window switches on driver's door All Wheel Drive Hill Holder clutch, 5spd manual transmission release clutch  to release hill holder 173 horsepower i-AVLS active valve lift system Center console: 2 cupholders, storage, 12v outlet, slide-out armrest Ground Clearance 8.07" Alarm system with Keyless remote entry and ignition disable Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Optional 4spd auto transmission with ETC (see above) Dual stage deploying smart front airbags Front head and chest Side Airbags EBD electronic brake Force Distribution Air filtration system  for passenger, replace paper filter when dirty Brakes: Anti-Lock brakes, 4 wheel, 4 channel Brakes: heavy-duty vented front disc, rear drum Power Windows with illuminated switch Power door locks Illuminated door lock switches Power outside mirrors, fold-in Cruise control Air conditioning  Tinted glass Stereo: 100 watt am/fm with single disc CD Stereo: 4 speakers Fog lights Variable speed intermittent front wipers 2 speed rear wiper, fixed intermittent, blade blade de-icer Outside Temperature Gauge Height adjustable drivers seat Lumbar support, driver's seat	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: 4 front incl door bottle holders, 4 rear incl 2 in flip-back front armrest 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
X Sports with 10th Anniversary Package all information subject to change and correction
adds or changes over X models new 10th Anniversary Package (incl 16" alloy wheels, climate control, 6 disc CD changer, 6 upgraded speakers, auxilliary input, subwoofer/amp, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, prewired for Sirius satellite radio, large-size body colored outside mirrors with turn signals). $1,500 - $1000 discount = $500 new Aluminum pedal covers new Tire Pressure Monitoring new 16" 6 spoke alloy wheels new Silver roof rails with body colored end pieces new Black painted C Pillar (replaces body colored) new Black painted inner surround on head and tail lights new Leather wrapped steering wheel, shift knob, brake handle  new 4 upgraded speakers, 2 tweeters, 1 rear subwoofer speaker new Large size, body colored outside mirrors with integrated TurnSignals Anthracite Black cloth Sport mesh front grill Sport redesigned front bumper  120 Watt CD changer MP3 player, 7 upgraded speakers including 2 front door tweeters, 4 door speakers and 1 cargo area speaker, auxilliary (ipod) plug, pre-wired for Sirius radio, Subwoofer/amp delete: roof rack cross bars, fog lights

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2008 X Premium and LL Bean standard features information always subject to change, correction
X Premium adds  over X model:  everything the X has, plus.... Outside mirrors with integrated turn signals Body colored exterior door handles Power driver's seat 16" 8-spoke alloy wheels (X has steel wheels) Mono-tone paint, 1 color Upgraded cloth, velour Rear disc brakes (X has rear drums) EBD Electronic Brake Distribution varies braking front/rear depending on cargo All Weather Package: large outside defrosting mirrors, heated front seats, front windshield wiper de-icer Limited slip rear differential Stereo: 120w CD in-dash changer MP3 player, aux input, AM/FM, pre-wired for Sirius satelllite radio, antenna in left rear glass Stereo: 4 Upgraded Speakers, 2 tweeters Automatic climate control with Daybright feature Power glass moonroof with auto open-close, with cloth sunshade Chromed interior door handles Illuminated ignition ring Gray Metallic painted outside mirrors Leather wrapped steering wheel,  Leather parking brake handle Leather shift knob Leather manual transmission shift boot Front seat back pockets	LLBean adds over X Premium everything the X Premium has plus.... new 7 upgraded speakers includes rear subwoofer speaker new Homelink now standard on the auto dimming rear view mirror/compass new small LL Bean logo on front quarter panels and rear gate new cargo tray with enbossed footprint design and logo (see photo page) new colors gone Shock sensor alarm upgrade gone Rear self-leveling suspension. gone Hard-surface cargo floor and rear seatback (now carpeted) Alloy wheel with Gray gloss finish, replaces brushed aluminum color Wood and leather Momo steering wheel (see photos) Wood shift knob (see photos) Desert Beige leather (see photos) Perforated Alcantara side and bottom seat bolsters (see photos) Automatic transmission w/ Electronic Direct Control Auto-dimming rear view mirror/compass now with Homelink Platinum or Steel gray accent or bumpers LL Bean logo on front seats (it's small) LL Bean floor mats 10-spoke 16" alloy wheels
2008 XT Limited and XT Sports standard features  all information subject to change and correction
2008 XT Limited adds over X Premium new VDC with VTD now on XT Limited with automatic transmission  Note: not with manual trans, and was on 07 XT Sports. new 7 upgraded speakers includes rear subwoofer speaker 2.5L 4 cylinder Turbo with 224hp@5600rpm, 226torque@3600rpm Stereo: 155 watt 6 disc CD changer, AM/FM,  7 speakers including 4 upgraded speakers, 2 tweeters, and a cargo area subwoofer speaker Sport-design guages with luminescent needles, metallic center cap Desert Beige or Anthracite Black Leather interior colors- no cloth model available. VTD all wheel drive with 45/55 front rear power split  VDC engine management and traction control system (only available on the XT with automatic transmission) Ground clearance 7.87" (was 7.7") Engine cover Engine immobilizer key Glass Sunroof with auto open-close Turbocharged 4 cylinder engine with intercooler etc. (see engine specs above.) Hood scoop for the intercooler Aluminum finish roof rails Black perforated leather shifter and parking brake handle Silver front door sill plates with 'Forester' badging 5 spoke 17" alloy wheels Geolander P215/55 R17 93H tires Note: VDC all wheel drive is only available on the XT Sports  and XT
2008 XT Sports  adds or deletes over X Premium all information subject to change and correction see XT model above for engine etc new 17" 10 spoke alloys new STI-type front under lip spoiler new Aluminum pedal covers new Rear spoiler with brake light new Black painted surround on head and tail lights new Black painted C Pillar new Silver roof rails with body colored end caps new 7 upgraded speakers includes rear subwoofer speaker new Leather wrapped steering wheel, shift knob, parking brake handle Includes Sport mesh front grill Sport Anthracite black cloth Sport front bumper with no fog lights VDC engine management and traction control system with automatic transmission only. Note: not with manual trans, and was on 07 XT Sports. VTD all wheel drive with 45/55 front rear power split  and of course it has power windows, power locks, power mirrors, Air conditioning CD changer  Sunroof Immobilizer Key with alarm Japanese market STI alloy wheels delete fog lights delete heated seats delete power driver's seat delete heated outside mirrors delete heated windshield wiper de-icer delete roof rack cross bars (they're an option)

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2008, 2007, 2006 FORESTER CARGO MEASURMENTS Hand measured by me. A: 36" width at bottom of gate opening B: 53.5" width at floor C: 41.5" width at wheel well, see D D: 37.5 width at cargo hooks in wheel well E: 46.5" width at middle of gate opening F: 53.25 maximum width at side rails at cargo cover (not shown) G: 13" floor to top of wheel well or bottom of cargo cover (not shown) H: 31.5" floor length to back of seat I: 68" floor length to back of center console. Updated March 2008.  J: 32.25" height gate opening bottom to top K: 34" height floor to ceiling center of floor, see L L: 31" height floor to ceiling's low area where the rear shoulder harness retracts 98" floor length to heater controls  Beige interior shown.

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2008 Forester Specifications, Weights etc information always subject to change, correction
FEATURE	X, X Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT Limited, XT Sports
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 engine,  DOHC,  Turbocharged and Intercooled 16 valve, Active Valve Control System AVCS Fuel system: multi-port sequential fuel injection, distributorless ignition Compression 8.4:1
Horsepower Torque	170hp@6000 rpm 167 ft lbs torque @ 4400 rpm			224hp@5600rpm, 226torque@3600rpm
Transmission	S: manual with hill holder let clutch up completely to release hill holder 0: automatic		S: automatic	Limited, Sport: manual with hill holder let clutch up completely 0: automatic XT Sport: automatic with VDC all wheel drive
Gear ratios*	X, X Premium, 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 Automatic: 1st 2.785, 2nd 1.545. 3rd 1.0, 4th 0.694, reverse 2.272.  Final 4.111
Tune-up information* check with your mechanic and parts supplier for confirmation or changes.  Not responsible for errors etc	2.5L X, X Premium,  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 Comression 10:1 2.5L turbo XT Limited: plugs: iridium NGK: ILFR6B firing order 1-3-2-4  ignition timing/idle btdc 17*+/-10*, 700rpm, Idle speed/rpm 700 +/-100  Generator/Battery 12V-90A, manual 48AH, auto 52AH Compression 8.4:1
Fuel economy all models: 15.9 US gallon tank	Regular Unleaded, EPA economy rating: Manual trans - 22 city / 29 highway Automatic trans -  23 city / 28 highway Automatic.			Premium unleaded recommended EPA economy rating Manual trans: 20/27 Automatic trans: 21/26
Brakes,  anti-lock, 4 channel	Front: 11.4" vented disc, dual caliper piston,  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
2008 model	X, Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT turbo Limited, Sports
Steering:	Variable ratio, Engine-speed sensing, Power assisted Rack and Pinion Steering Wheel Turns lock-to-lock: all models 3.0 Curb to curb circle 35.4ft
Wheels, tires	16x6.5" steel wheel, 6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89) M&S 215/60R16 94H raised black letter	16x6.5" 8 spoke alloy wheel,  6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89) silver finish 215/60R16 94H raised black letter	16x6.5 10 spoke alloy, 6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89) M&S 215/60R16 94 H raised black letter	17"x7jj  5 spoke  alloy M&S 215/55 R17 93H raised black letter
new Tire Pressure Monitoring	S	S	S	S
Hill-Holder Clutch (manual trans only)	S	S	--	S
Curb Weight (pounds): manual trans	3,140	3,140	--	3,320
Curb Weight (pounds): automatic trans	3,185	3,185	3,205	3,360
Towing - 2400 lbs	S	S	S	S
model	X, Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT turbo Limited, Sports

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2008 Forester Option Packages, see individual options below List price (invoice) S = standard, A = available option, -- not available Notes prices are factory installed,  your purchase price may vary, Dealer installed prices may be higher due to labor and part costs - contact your local dealer. information always subject to change, correction
model	X, X Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT Limited, XT Sports
Popular Equipment Grp 1: rear bumper cover, cargo tray, splash guards $302 ($194)	A	A	A	A
Popular Equipment Grp 2: cargo bin, rubber floor mats $170 ($105)	A	A	A	A
Popular Equipment Grp 3: Cargo nets: rear vertical, sides (2), Rear seatback; Cargo area spotlight $212 ($135)	A	A	A	A
Popular Equipment Grp 4: auto dimming mirror/compass, Shock sensor alarm upgrade $298 ($194)	A	A	S	A
Popular Equipment Grp 5: auto dimming mirror/compass and Homelink garage door opener, Shock sensor alarm upgrade $385 ($250)	A	A	--	A
Popular Equipment Grp 6: Sirius satellite radio, Shock sensor alarm upgrade $560 ($409)	na:X A: X Sports	A	A	A
Premium Sound Pkg 1: 6 disc CD changer, tweeters, upgraded speakers, subwoofer/amp $944 ($666)	A: X only na: X Sports	--	--	--
Premium Sound Pkg 2: tweeters, subwoofer/amp $364 ($237)	--	A	A	--
Protection Grp 1: Front bumper underguard, rear differential protector, front hood protector, rear window dust deflector $698 ($430)	A	A	A	--
Protection Grp 2: Front bumper underguard, splash guards, rear bumper cover $584 ($380)	--	--	A	--
Performance Grp: Short throw shifter, turbo boost gauge $656 ($428), manual transmission only	--	--	--	A- manual only
model	X, X Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT Limited, XT Sports

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2008 Forester options and standard features List price (invoice) S = standard, A = available option, -- not available Notes prices are factory installed,  your purchase price may vary, Dealer installed prices may be higher due to labor and part costs - contact your local dealer. information always subject to change, correction
2008 Forester Individual Options	X, X Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT Limited, XT Sports
Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ compass  $183  ($119)	A	A	--	A
Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ compass and Homelink $270 ($175)	A	A	S	A
Security System Shock Sensor upgrade $115 ($75)	A	A	A	A
Immobilizer chipped key	--	--	--	S
Rear bumper cover $72 ($47)	A	A	A	A
Front bumper underguard $357 ($232)	A: X na: X Sports	A	A	A: XT na: XT Sports
Rubber floor mats  $55 ($33)	A	A	A	A
Cargo tray $75 ($46)	A	A	A	A
Cargo bin $115 ($72)	A	A	A	A
Custom tailpipe tip, bright metal $42 ($28)	A	A	A	S
Cargo net rear  $46 ($30)	A	A	A	A
Cargo net- Sides rear both $75 ($49)	A	A	A	A
Cargo net- back of rear seats  $46 ($30)	A	A	A	A
model reminder	X, X Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT Limited, Sports
Leather Shift Knob; Manual $61 ($40); Automatic $121 ($79)	A	S	S	S
Hood deflector/bug guard  $105 ($45) not installed	A	A	A	na
Rear window dust deflector $126 ($82)	A	A	A	A
Rear differential protector $110 ($71)	A	A	A	A
Splash Guards body colored $155 ($101)	A	A	A	A
Wheel Locks $42 ($28)	A	A	A	A
Rear Spoiler, body colored  $353 ($230)	A	A	A	A: XT S: XT Sports
Cargo area spotlight $45 ($26)	A	A	A	A
Trailer hitch includes wiring harness, receiver  $299 ($195)	A	A	A	A
Stereo options	X, X Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT Limited, XT Sports
Sirius Satellite radio $445 ($334) first 3 months are free, after that by subscription, call 888-539-7474	--	A	A	A
CD Changer, 6 disc in dash $527 ($395)	A: X S: Sports	S	S	S
Upgraded speakers 4, $145 ($94)	A: X S: Sports	S	S	S
Tweeters (2) $102 ($67)	A S: Sports	A	S	S
Subwoofer/amplifier (1 din) $170 ($110)	A: X S: Sports	--	--	--
Subwoofer/amplifier (2 din) $262 ($170)	na: X S: Sports	A	S	S
INSTALLED PERFORMANCE OPTIONS
Short throw shift, manual trans only, $345 ($225)	A	A	--	A
Metal pedal set, manual $187 ($122	A	A	--	A
Metal pedal set, automatic $176 ($115)	A	A	A	A
Turbo Boost Gauge $311 ($203) on steering column	--	--	--	A
Titanium Shift Knob $159 ($104), automatic transmission only	A	A	A	A
2008 Forester options Notes prices are factory installed. Dealer installed prices may be higher- contact your dealer. information always subject to change, correction	X, X Sports	X Premium	X LL Bean	XT Limited, XT Sports

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WR Blue (front of Sports model shown) garnet red pearl garnet red with gray 2 tone LL Bean 2008 Dark Gray Metallic (new for 08)   2008 steel gray (new for 08) 2008 topaz gold (new for 08) aspen white obsidian black dark gray metallic with steel silver. LL Bean only   evergreen metallic (pale green) with steel gray lower trim on LL Bean Newport Blue Pearl with steel gray on the LLBean Newport Blue Pearl New colors: Urban Gray Metallic replaces Steel Gray Metallic, Newport Blue replace Regal Blue X: Graphite Gray or Desert Beige cloth X Sport: anthracite black cloth X Premium: Graphite Gray or Desert Beige cloth LL Bean: new Steel Gray Metallic Lower accent color; Desert Beige leather with perforated Alcantara side bolsters XT Limited: Anthracite Black Leather or Desert Beige Leather XT Sport: anthracite black cloth
COLOR (code)	X Graphite Gray cloth, Desert Beige cloth	X Sport anthracite black cloth	X Premium Graphite Gray cloth Desert Beige cloth	XT Sport Anthracite Black cloth	XT Limited Desert Beige or Anthracite Black Leather	X LL Bean Desert Beige leather, perforated Alcantara bolsters
Newport Blue  Pearl (NBP)	beige	--	beige	--	beige leather	--
WR Blue (BLU)	--	black	--	black	--
Obsidian Black  Pearl (BLK)	gray	black	gray	--	black leather	--
new Steel Silver Metallic (SSM)	gray	black	gray	black	black leather	--
new Topaz Gold Metallic (TGM)	beige	--	beige	--	beige leather	--
Garnet Red Pearl (RED)	beige	black	beige	black	beige leather	--
new Dark Gray  Metallic (DGM)	gray	black	gray	black	black leather	--
Aspen White (WHI)	beige	--	beige	--	beige leather	--
Aspen White (WHM)	--	black	--	black	--	--
Newport Blue Pearl, Steel Silver Metallic accent (NB2)	--	--	--	--	--	Desert Beige leather
new Dark Gray Metallic, Steel Silver Metallic accent (DG1)	--	--	--	--	--	Desert Beige leather
Garnet Red Pearl, Steel Silver Metallic accent (RE3)	--	--	--	--	--	Desert Beige leather
Satin White Pearl, Steel Silver Metallic accent (WH2)	--	--	--	--	--	Desert Beige leather
Evergreen Metallic, Steel Silver Metallic accent (GR2)	--	--	--	--	--	Desert Beige leather

Speed tests. Know of other that should be here? 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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