Equipment & Pricing
Given that all-wheel drive is standard, the Forester packs impressive value. Subaru shaved some $1,200 off the sticker price for 2009, so the 2.5X now starts at $19,995 without the destination charge, including a temperature/gas mileage display, A/C, cruise control, a CD player with an MP3 auxiliary jack, power accessories and remote keyless entry — albeit with Subaru's dated, flimsy keyfob.
An automatic transmission costs $1,200 — a bit much, considering the Escape's automatic costs $1,000 and the last Forester's automatic was $800. The Premium Package adds alloy wheels, a panoramic moonroof and more for $2,500. An automatic comes standard on the 2.5X L.L.Bean ($25,995), which includes heated leather seats, automatic climate control and a power driver's seat. Turbo models start at $26,195 and top out close to $30,000. A navigation system is optional with either drivetrain.
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Bluetooth® audio operation
NOTE
Depending on the connected device, it
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AT OIL TEMP warning light (AT models)
If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too hot.
If the light illuminates while driving, immediately stop the vehi ...
California fuel
If your vehicle was certified to California Emission Standards as indicated on
the underhood tune-up label, it is designed to optimize engine and emission control
system performance with gasoline ...