2010 Subaru Forester review
In its first full redesign since the 2003 model year, the Subaru Forester has moved closer to the mainstream than some fans might have hoped it would. The old model's boxy charm has been toned down, and what's left is a compact SUV whose driving dynamics are on par with some of the nimbler players in this segment. A few Forester diehards may cry foul, but I suspect the changes will widen the car's appeal to the market in general. The SUV remains as practical as ever, but now boasts enough refinement to merit serious consideration from anyone shopping the latest Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4.
Trim levels include the 2.5X and 2.5X L.L.Bean, along with turbocharged 2.5XT and 2.5XT Limited versions; click here to see a side-by-side comparison with the 2008 model. Subaru's full-time all-wheel-drive system is standard. I drove a number of configurations both on- and off-road at a press event in Southern California.
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Cargo tie-down hooks
Cargo tie-down hooks
The cargo area is equipped with four tiedown
hooks so that cargo can be secured
with a cargo net or ropes.
When using the tie-down hooks, turn them
down out of the sto ...
Connectable iPod® models Type C audio:
Type D audio:
Do not connect an iPod® other than
the previously stated models. Doing
so may result in a malfunction or,
depending on conditions, cause a
fire.
NOTE
- iPod® is a reg ...
Rear gate
The rear gate can be locked and unlocked
using any of the following systems.
- Power door locking switch: Refer to
“Power door locking switches”.
- Remote keyless entry system: Refer to
“Rem ...