New 2009 Subaru Forester [ 2008 , 2007 ]

#3

in Affordable Compact SUVs

Based on analysis of 25 Forester reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $19,995 - $19,995
Invoice: $18,913 - $18,913
MPG: 20 City / 26 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:8.5
Performance:8.2
Exterior:7.7
Interior:7.7
Safety:9.8
Reliability:8.0

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X Manual: 2.5X Manual [ See specs for other models ]

Body Style

Sport Utility

Engine

  • Gas Flat 4-Cyl 2.5L/150
  • 5-Speed M/T (Standard)
  • 20 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X Manual Safety Features and Specifications

Air Bag

Driver - Front Standard
Passenger - Front Standard
Side - Head only - Front Standard
Side - Body Front Standard

Brakes

ABS - 4 Wheel Standard

Lights

Fog Lamps - Front Optional
Headlights - Auto off Standard
Headlights - Daytime Running lights Standard

Misc.

Traction Control Standard
Engine Immobilizer/Vehicle Ant-Theft System Standard
Locks - Pwr Standard

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X Manual Performance Features and Specifications

Engine

Displacement 2.5L/150
Engine Type 4 Cylinder Engine (Standard)

Fuel

Fuel Type Gasoline Fuel (Standard)

Chassis

Drivetrain Type All Wheel Drive (Standard)
Transmission Type M/T (Standard) , 5-Speed M/T (Standard)

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X Manual Interior Features and Specifications

Features

Cruise Control Standard
Passenger Capacity 5

Audio

CD Player Standard
MP3 Player Standard
Satellite Radio Optional

Seats

Leather Standard
Front Bucket Standard

Technology

Auxiliary Power Outlet Standard

Mirrors/Windows

Electrochromic Rearview Optional
Vanity - Passenger Standard
Vanity - Driver Standard

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X Manual Exterior Features and Specifications

General

Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3250
Length, Overall (in) 179.5
Min Ground Clearance (in) 8.7
Keyless Entry Remote Standard
Spoiler - Rear Optional
Universal Garage Door Opener Optional

Wheels

Tires Tires - Front All-Season (Standard) , Tires - Rear All-Season (Standard)
Wheels Wheel Locks (Optional) , Steel Wheels (Standard) , Wheel Covers (Standard)

Towing

Trailer Towing Package Optional