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.
See also:
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor
Refer to “Vehicle Dynamics Control warning
light/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation
indicator light” and “Vehicle
Dynamics Control OFF indicator light”. ...
Head restraint adjustment
Both the rear window side seats and the rear center seat are equipped with head restraints.
• Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk ...
How to insert a CD (type A)
While the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position, hold a disc with
a finger in the center hole while gripping the edge of the disc, then insert it
in to the slot (with the label side up) ...