All 2009 Subaru Forester Experts' Reviews
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Base MSRP
Brand new
$ 25,795 - 34,895
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Avg Price
Used
$ 16,821
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I Say
76 %
(2.5X Touring)
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I Say
82 %
(2.5X Limited)
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Review details
| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (77%) |
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| Accessories (86%) |
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| Space and Access (82%) |
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| Comfort (85%) |
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| Performance (77%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (82%) |
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| Safety (87%) |
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| General Appreciation (80%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (70%) |
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| Interior (80%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (80%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (80%) |
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| Sound system (60%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (70%) |
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| Rear space and access (80%) |
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| Cargo space and access (80%) |
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| Storage capacity (80%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (80%) |
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| Driving position (80%) |
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| Suspension and ride (90%) |
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| Noise level (90%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (60%) |
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| Engine output (60%) |
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| Transmission (70%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (80%) |
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| Handling (80%) |
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| Braking (80%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (90%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (90%) |
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| Mirrors (90%) |
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| Visibility (90%) |
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| General safety (100%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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No red lights
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Automatic transmission could use a few more gears
Some drivers may wish for more thigh support
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Visibility
Stable all wheel drive winter handling
Safe and solid
Heats up fast
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (80%) |
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| Accessories (70%) |
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| Space and Access (78%) |
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| Comfort (75%) |
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| Performance (72%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (77%) |
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| Safety (77%) |
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| General Appreciation (90%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (70%) |
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| Interior (80%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (80%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (80%) |
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| Sound system (60%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (70%) |
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| Rear space and access (80%) |
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| Cargo space and access (80%) |
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| Storage capacity (80%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (90%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (80%) |
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| Driving position (80%) |
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| Suspension and ride (90%) |
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| Noise level (90%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (60%) |
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| Engine output (60%) |
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| Transmission (70%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (80%) |
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| Handling (80%) |
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| Braking (80%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (90%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (90%) |
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| Mirrors (90%) |
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| Visibility (90%) |
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| General safety (100%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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None
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High door sill
Ordinary styling
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Spacious interior
Good rear visibility
Excellent AWD system
Large hatch opening
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (85%) |
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| Accessories (84%) |
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| Space and Access (82%) |
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| Comfort (87%) |
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| Performance (72%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (80%) |
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| Safety (85%) |
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| General Appreciation (90%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (70%) |
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| Interior (80%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (80%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (80%) |
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| Sound system (60%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (70%) |
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| Rear space and access (80%) |
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| Cargo space and access (80%) |
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| Storage capacity (80%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (90%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (80%) |
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| Driving position (80%) |
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| Suspension and ride (90%) |
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| Noise level (90%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (60%) |
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| Engine output (60%) |
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| Transmission (70%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (80%) |
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| Handling (80%) |
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| Braking (80%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (90%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (90%) |
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| Mirrors (90%) |
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| Visibility (90%) |
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| General safety (100%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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None
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Needs a 5th gear
Heated seat switches hard to access
Limited model isn't cheap
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Excellent ride and comfort
Versatility
Looks much better
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (80%) |
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| Accessories (74%) |
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| Space and Access (80%) |
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| Comfort (85%) |
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| Performance (67%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (82%) |
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| Safety (92%) |
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| General Appreciation (80%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (70%) |
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| Interior (80%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (80%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (80%) |
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| Sound system (60%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (70%) |
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| Rear space and access (80%) |
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| Cargo space and access (80%) |
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| Storage capacity (80%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (90%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (80%) |
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| Driving position (80%) |
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| Suspension and ride (90%) |
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| Noise level (90%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (60%) |
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| Engine output (60%) |
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| Transmission (70%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (80%) |
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| Handling (80%) |
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| Braking (80%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (90%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (90%) |
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| Mirrors (90%) |
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| Visibility (90%) |
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| General safety (100%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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None
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Tepid performance from the base engine
4-speed automatic seems dated
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Improved styling
Improved operational refinement
Comprehensive safety and occupant protection
Capable all-wheel-drive system
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