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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Alarm system
The alarm system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The
horn sounds and the turn signal lights flash if someone attempts to break into your
vehicle.
The system can be armed a ...
RDS text display
If the PS (Program Service Name) and/or RT (Radio Text) are available, pressing
the “TEXT” button changes the display among PS, RT and frequency. The initial setting
is “PS”.
NOTE
● The ...
Repeating
Repeating is operated in the same way a
CD is played. Refer to “Repeating”.
Each time you briefly press the
button (type C audio)/ button (the
“RPT” button) (type D audio), the mode
chang ...