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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Unlocking the rear gate (Outback)
Pressing the “” button unlocks the
rear gate.
An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice. ...
Deleting device
1. Select the “DELETE AUDIO” (type C
audio)/“Delete Audio Player” (type D
audio) menu. If no devices are registered,
“EMPTY” is displayed and the mode
changes to the Bluetooth® audio setting
...
Center console
The center console box provides a storage
space. In addition, the top of the
console can be used as an armrest.
To use as an armrest:
1. Tip the console top forward from its
vertical posit ...