The 2006 Subaru Forester
Published: 1st August 2005
Subaru Forester
- Bolder, more dynamic new look offers greater road presence
- Upgraded, high-quality interior featuring new, multi-function innovations
- New, four-cam naturally-aspirated ‘boxer’ engine with 33 PS power-hike
- Class-leading 2.0 litre power and performance - 158 PS/122 mph top speed
- Class-leading 2.5 litre turbo (XT) now has 230 PS - 19 PS up on ’05
- Forester 2.5 XT now available with ‘sportshift’ automatic transmission and Subaru Vehicle Dynamics Control (SVDC)
- Forester 2.5 XT beats both BMW X3 2.5 manual and 3.0 auto for performance and economy
- Forester 2.5 XT manual boasts 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds
- Forester 2.5 XT has braked towing limit of 2,000 kg
- Full-time symmetrical all-wheel drive continues
- Sporty handling thanks to low centre-of-gravity ‘Boxer’ engine
- SUV all-terrain ability and constant 200 mm-plus ground clearance
- Even greater handling agility and roadholding thanks to thoroughly revised suspension and larger wheels and tyres
- On-sale in August from £17,595 (Forester 2.0 X) and £21,995 OTR (Forester 2.5 XT)
A new bolder, stronger look, thoroughly revised engines, interior and suspension plus class-leading power and performance will further enhance the Subaru Forester’s appeal as the best-driving crossover sports utility vehicle on the market.
Already widely praised for its unrivalled combination of performance car handling, estate car practicality and SUV all-terrain ability, the ’06 Model Year Forester enters dealers’ showrooms in August priced from a highly competitive £17,595 on-the-road for the Forester 2.0 X. Meanwhile, the turbocharged 2.5 XT is now available from only £21,995 OTR, replacing the 2.0 XT.
Stronger Road Presence
Originally launched in 2002, the extensive facelift includes new front wings, bonnet, bumper, grille and headlamps giving far greater road-presence and visual dynamics.
Larger wheels plus design changes at the rear are all aimed at making the new Forester look taller, more imposing and closer to a conventional SUV.
However the low-centre-of-gravity horizontally-opposed ‘boxer’ engine and full-time symmetrical all-wheel drive drivetrain ensure far higher degrees of active safety and driver involvement. Extensive chassis revisions reduce pitch and roll and further improve roadholding and steering precision.
The upgraded, high-quality interior boasts several new ‘surprise and delight’ features such as a multi-function centre console/armrest/table/cupholder plus a new loadbay-restraining system and water-repellent seat trim.
Subaru Forester
Our Subaru Forester Guide lists the full specification of the current UK Forester range, including car prices, fuel consumption, dimensions and other vital data.
Price Range: £18,495 - £25,495
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Models in the range: 5
We have road tested the Subaru Forester, to read our in-depth car review:
Subaru Forester Review - Jun 2008
Our Car Buyer’s Guide covers all of the UK’s major new cars and includes CO2 ratings and car insurance groups. Data updated on the 28th Nov 2008
