SUV Styling
Where previous generations looked more like tall wagons than SUVs, this redesign moves the Forester a lot closer to what it purports to be. There are still some windswept lines here and there, so it's not yet in the territory of more upright SUVs like the Saturn Vue or Ford Escape, but for better or worse it will now blend in with the herd much more easily. The creased headlights and stacked bumper looked a bit busy to me, but they're attractive enough. The tail closes things off with a tidy, clean design.
Standard dual exhaust pipes add a sporty touch, as do the 17-inch alloy wheels that come on all but the base trim level. The doors have window frames now, which gives them a much sturdier feel when slammed than last year's frameless doors had.
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Turbocharged Power
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Type A inside mirror (if equipped)
The mirror has a day and night position. Pull the tab at the bottom of the mirror
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Driving in foreign countries
When planning to use your vehicle in another country:
● Confirm the availability of the correct fuel. Refer to “Fuel requirements”
F7-2.
● Comply with all regulations and requirements ...