Conclusion
This type of vehicle is preferred by active people with a small family and gear to lug around. Since 1998, the Forester has been one of the best choices reliability and ability wise in its segment. Its only real shortcoming for the buying public is its exterior size. Where the CR-V and RAV4 have grown considerably, the Forester has remained smaller and more compact. The only other obstacle is the engine's well noted fuel consumption. I averaged almost 12L / 100 km during my test drive.
The Subaru Forester is a pleasure to drive and deserves a better looking outer shell.
Good stuff:
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Symmetrical AWD
2.5L H-4
Not so good stuff:
Thirst for fuel
Brakes
Competitors:
Honda CR-V
Nissan X-Trail
Toyota RAV4
Mazda Tribute / Ford Escape
Chevrolet Equinox / Pontiac Torrent
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