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Subaru Forester

2008 Forester and 2009 Forester
  • AWD
  • Automatic
  • Air Conditioning
  • Power Package
  • Balance of Factory Warranty
  • CD
  • Cruise
  • ABS
  • Foglights

4.5% Financing 2009 Foresters*

$249/Month 39 Month Lease 2009 Foresters*

0% Financing Plus Up To $2,000 Cash Back
on 2008 Foresters*

$219/Month 24 Month Lease 2008 Foresters*

Deal Details

Forester

4.5% FINANCING ON ALL 09 SUBARU FORESTER MODELS
Cannot be combined with any other incentive. Financing for well-qualified applicants only. Length of contract is limited. Subject to credit approval, vehicle insurance approval and vehicle availability. No down payment required. See participating dealers for details. Must take delivery from dealer stock by June 30, 2008. 

SPECIAL LEASE OFFER* ON 09 SUBARU FORESTER (9FA)
Now through June 30, 2008 - $249 per month for 39 months with $1,299 due at lease signing. $0 security deposit. Tax, title and registration fees extra. Other leases available on other models. Cannot be combined with any other incentives.

CASH BACK PLUS 0.0% FINANCING ON 08 SUBARU FORESTER MODELS 
Cash Back may not be combined with any other incentive but an APR incentive. Financing for well-qualified applicants who finance through Subaru Motors Finance. Length of contract is limited. Subject to credit approval, vehicle insurance approval and vehicle availability. No down payment required. See participating dealers for details. Must take delivery from dealer stock by June 30, 2008. 

$2,000 Cash Back plus 0.0% Financing on 08 FORESTER 2.5 X models
$1,250 Cash Back plus 0.0% Financing on 08 FORESTER Sports 2.5 X models
$   500 Cash Back plus 0.0% Financing on 08 FORESTER 2.5 X Premium models
$   750 Cash Back plus 0.0% Financing on 08 FORESTER 2.5 X L.L.Bean models
$   750 Cash Back plus 0.0% Financing on 08 FORESTER Sports 2.5 XT models
$   750 Cash Back plus 0.0% Financing on 08 FORESTER 2.5 XT Limited models

0.0% FINANCING ON ALL 08 SUBARU FORESTER MODELS
Cannot be combined with any other incentive. Financing for well-qualified applicants only. Length of contract is limited. Subject to credit approval, vehicle insurance approval and vehicle availability. No down payment required. See participating dealers for details. Must take delivery from dealer stock by June 30, 2008. 

CUSTOMER CASH ON 08 SUBARU FORESTER MODELS
Now through June 2, 2008 - 08 FORESTER models are available with Customer Cash. Must take delivery from dealer stock by June 30, 2008. See your participating dealer for details. Cannot be combined with any other incentives.

$2,000 Customer Cash on 08 FORESTER 2.5 X models
$1,250 Customer Cash on 08 FORESTER Sports 2.5 X models 
$   500 Customer Cash on 08 FORESTER 2.5 X Premium models 
$   750 Customer Cash on 08 FORESTER 2.5 X L.L.Bean models 
$   750 Customer Cash on 08 FORESTER Sports 2.5 XT models
$   750 Customer Cash on 08 FORESTER 2.5 XT Limited models 

SPECIAL LEASE OFFER* ON 08 SUBARU FORESTER (8FE)
Now through June 2, 2008 - $219 per month for 24 months with $1,409 due at lease signing. $0 security deposit. Tax, title and registration fees extra. Other leases available on other models. Cannot be combined with any other incentives.

 

2.5 X

2008 FORESTER 2.5 X

From Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to an in-dash CD player, the Subaru Forester 2.5 X has all its bases covered. With award-winning safety features and plenty of perks, the Subaru Forester 2.5 X is bound to take you places. Standard Features
  • 173-hp SUBARU BOXER engine
  • 166 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm
  • Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
  • 4-wheel independent raised suspension
  • 4-wheel antilock brakes ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
  • 100-watt 4-speaker audio system with single-disc in-dash CD player
  • Cloth upholstery
  • 6-way manually adjustable driver's seat
  • Keyless entry system with answer-back electronic chirp
  • Multi-reflector fog lights
  • Black-finish raised roof rails with crossbars (150 lbs. capacity)
 Premium Package
  • 8-way power adjustable driver's seat
  • Dual-stage heated front seats
  • Panoramic power sliding-glass moonroof with auto-open/close feature
  • SIRIUS™ Satellite Radio capability
  • Auxiliary audio jack for portable media players
  • 120-watt 4-speaker audio system with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA player in dash and four upgraded speakers
  • Automatic climate control system with CFC-free air conditioning, air filtration system, rotary controls for temperature, 7-speed fan and airflow direction
  • Perforated leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column
  • Perforated leather-wrapped shifter handle and parking-brake handle
  • 16 x 6.5-inch 8-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels
  • Larger body-color painted side mirrors with integrated turn signals
  • Body-color painted door handles
  • Heated side mirrors and windshield wipers de-icer

PACKAGES

Premium Package
  • 8-way power adjustable driver's seat
  • Dual-stage heated front seats
  • Panoramic power sliding-glass moonroof with auto-open/close feature
  • SIRIUS™ Satellite Radio capability
  • Auxiliary audio jack for portable media players
  • 120-watt 4-speaker audio system with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA player in dash and four upgraded speakers
  • Automatic climate control system with CFC-free air conditioning, air filtration system, rotary controls for temperature, 7-speed fan and airflow direction
  • Perforated leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column
  • Perforated leather-wrapped shifter handle and parking-brake handle
  • 16 x 6.5-inch 8-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels
  • Larger body-color painted side mirrors with integrated turn signals
  • Body-color painted door handles
  • Heated side mirrors and windshield wipers de-icer

PERFORMANCE

Type
2.5-liter SOHC aluminum-alloy 16-valve horizontally opposed 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine with i-Active Valve Lift System
Horsepower
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm (PZEV: 170 hp)1
Torque (lb.-ft.)
166 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm (PZEV: 167 lb-ft)
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
Fuel Economy (city/highway)
Manual: 20/27 mpg
Automatic: 20/26 mpg
Manual Transmission
Standard fully synchronized 5-speed manual with Hill Holder system and clutch pedal-controlled starter interlock
Automatic Transmission
Optional 4-speed adaptive electronic direct-control automatic
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Continuous All-Wheel Drive: Models equipped with 5-speed manual transmission utilize a viscous-type locking center differential and limited-slip rear differential3. Torque distribution normally configured at a 50/50-split front-to-rear. If wheel speed differs between front and rear axles, the system helps distribute power to the wheels with the most traction.

Active All-Wheel Drive: Models equipped with 4-speed automatic transmission utilize an electronically controlled variable multiplate transfer clutch to distribute power to where traction is needed. Sensors monitor parameters such as wheel slippage, throttle position and braking to help determine torque distribution to the wheels with optimum traction.
Suspension
4-wheel independent heavy-duty raised suspension.
Front: Strut-type with internal rebound spring and lower L-arm. Antidive geometry. Front stabilizer bar.
Rear: Strut-type with internal rebound spring and parallel link. Antilift geometry. Rear stabilizer bar.
Brakes
Standard: Front-wheel ventilated disc, rear-wheel drum.
Optional: 4-wheel disc, ventilated front.3

Standard: 4-channel, 4-sensor ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) .
Steering
Engine-speed-sensing variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion. Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0.
Turning Circle, curb-to-curb
34.8 ft.
Wheels
Standard: 16 x 6.5-inch steel with 5-spoke alloy-style covers.
Optional: 16 x 6.5-inch 8-spoke aluminum-alloy.3
Tires
215/60 R16 94H M+S all-season

SAFETY FEATURES

Active

Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
S
SUBARU BOXER engine
S
4-wheel antilock brakes ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
S
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
S

Passive

Dual-stage deployment driver and front-passenger front air bags (SRS)*
S
Front seat-mounted head/chest side-impact air bags (SRS)*
S
Height-adjustable active front-seat head restraints
S
Three individual height-adjustable rear head restraints
S
Height-adjustable 3-point front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters .
3-point rear seat belts at all seating positions.
S
Rear child-safety door locks
S
LATCH system: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
S
Safety brake pedal system
S
Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
S
Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame body structure with hydroformed front subframe structure
S

INTERIOR FEATURES

6-way manually adjustable driver seat with manually adjustable lumbar support.
4-way manually adjustable front-passenger seat.
S
8-way power adjustable driver seat with manually adjustable lumbar support.
4-way manually adjustable front-passenger seat.
O3
Sport-design front seats
S
Dual-stage heated front seats
O3
Cloth upholstery
S
60/40-split flat-folding rear seatback with center armrest
S
3-spoke steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column
S
Perforated leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel
with manually adjustable tilt column.
Perforated leather-wrapped shifter handle.
O3
Perforated leather-wrapped parking-brake handle
O3
Silver metallic trim on dash and console
S
Power front and rear windows with driver's auto-down
S
Power mirrors
S
Electronically controlled cruise control
S
Center console with sliding armrest, tray and storage compartment
S
Dual cupholders in front area of center console.
Dual cupholders in underside of center-console armrest for rear passengers (rotating armrest 180° reveals cupholders). Dual retractable rear cupholders at base of rear-center console area. Bottle holder in each front door pocket.
S
12-volt power outlets in dash, center-console storage compartment and cargo area
S
Overhead console with dual maplights and sunglasses storage
S
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass
O2
Sun visors with concealed vanity mirrors
S
In-dash storage compartment
S
Retractable/removable cargo-area cover
S
Cargo-area-concealed multicompartment under-floor storage tray
S
4 cargo-area utility hooks. 2 cargo-area utility bars. 4 cargo-area tiedown hooks. 2 cargo-area grocery bag hooks.
S
Analog speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel gauges with silver trim rings
S
Illuminated red gauge needles on black faces with white indicators
S
Digital display of odometer including dual-mode trip odometer, ambient temperature gauge and automatic transmission gear position (if equipped)
S
Digital clock
S
100-watt 4-speaker audio system with single-disc in-dash CD player
S
120-watt 4-speaker audio system with 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA player
O3
SIRIUS™ Satellite Radio capability2
O3
Auxiliary audio jack for portable media players
O3
Manually adjustable CFC-free air conditioning system with air filtration system, rotary controls for temperature, 4-speed fan and airflow direction
S
Automatic climate control system with CFC-free air conditioning, air filtration system, rotary controls for temperature, 7-speed fan and airflow direction
O3
Keyless entry system with answer-back electronic chirp
S
Antitheft security system
S
Antitheft security system with answer-back electronic chirp and shock sensor
O

EXTERIOR FEATURES

Multireflector low-beam and high-beam headlights
S
Multireflector fog lights
S
Aluminum-alloy hood
S
Body-color painted front and rear bumpers
S
Black side mirrors
S
Larger body-color painted side mirrors with integrated turn signals
O3
Black door handles
S
Body-color painted door handles
O3
Body-color painted protective side cladding
S
Heated side mirrors and windshield wipers de-icer
O3
Two-speed windshield wipers with variable intermittent mode
S
Single-speed rear window wiper with fixed intermittent mode and de-icer
S
Black-finish raised roof rails with crossbars (150 lbs. capacity)
S
Panoramic power sliding-glass moonroof with auto-open/close feature
O3

DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase/Length
99.4 in./176.6 in.
Width/Height
68.3 in./65.0 in. (includes roof rails and crossbars)
Track (front/rear)
58.9 in./58.5 in.
Minimum Road Clearance (at curb weight)
8.1 in.
Headroom (front/rear)
39.8 in./39.8 in. (with moonroof: 39.1 in./37.0 in.)
Legroom (front/rear)
43.6 in./33.7 in.
Shoulder room (front/rear)
53.5 in./53.6 in.
Curb Weight (manual/automatic)
3,140 lbs./3,185 lbs.
Passenger volume
95.4 cu. ft. (with moonroof: 91.5 cu. ft.)
Cargo volume
30.7 cu. ft./68.6 cu. ft. with rear seat lowered (with moonroof: 28.9 cu. ft./64.5 cu. ft. with rear seat lowered)
Towing capacity (Class 1)**
2,400 lbs.
* The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (air bags) affords the driver and the front passenger additional protection in moderate to severe frontal and side-impact collisions. This system provides supplemental protection only, and seatbelts must be worn in order to avoid injuries to out-of-position occupants upon bag deployment and to provide the best combined protection in a serious accident. Children should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.

** When properly equipped. See Owner's Manual for detailed instructions you should follow when towing a trailer.

1 2008 Forester 2.5 X models are certified as Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) that are sold, registered and operated in California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island or Vermont, all emission parts are covered for 15 years/150,000 miles, whichever comes first. For complete warranty information, see your Subaru dealer.

2 Available as an accessory. Satellite radio hardware and required monthly subscription sold separately. See your dealer.

3 Optional as part of 2.5 X Premium Package only.

^ EPA Fuel Economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.

Sports 2.5 X

2008 FORESTER SPORTS 2.5 X

Experience the safety and comfort of the Forester in a bold new way. This Forester sports flashy touches like silver-finish painted roof-rails and aluminum-alloy pedal covers, adding flair to your ride.

Standard Features
  • 173-hp SUBARU BOXER engine  
  • 166 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm
  • Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
  • 4-wheel antilock brakes ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
  • 4-wheel independent raised suspension
  • SIRIUS™ Satellite Radio capability
  • Auxiliary audio jack for portable media players
  • 120-watt 7-speaker audio system with subwoofer, 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA player
  • Automatic climate control system
  • Aluminum alloy pedal covers
  • Perforated leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column
  • Perforated leather-wrapped shifter handle and parking-brake handle  
  • Silver-finish raised roof rails

PERFORMANCE

Type
2.5-liter SOHC aluminum-alloy 16-valve horizontally opposed 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine with i-Active Valve Lift System
Horsepower
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm (PZEV: 170 hp)1
Torque (lb.-ft.)
166 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm (PZEV: 167 lb-ft)
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
Fuel Economy (city/highway)
Manual: 20/27 mpg
Automatic: 20/26 mpg
Fuel Requirement
Unleaded gasoline (87 octane) recommended
Manual Transmission
Standard fully synchronized 5-speed manual with Hill Holder system and clutch pedal-controlled starter interlock
Automatic Transmission
Optional 4-speed adaptive electronic direct-control automatic
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Continuous All-Wheel Drive: Models equipped with 5-speed manual transmission utilize a viscous-type locking center differential. Torque distribution normally configured at a 50/50-split front-to-rear. If wheel speed differs between front and rear axles, the system helps distribute power to the wheels with the most traction.
Active All-Wheel Drive: Models equipped with 4-speed automatic transmission utilize an electronically controlled variable multiplate transfer clutch to distribute power to where traction is needed. Sensors monitor parameters such as wheel slippage, throttle position and braking to help determine torque distribution to the wheels with optimum traction.
Suspension
4-wheel independent heavy-duty raised suspension.
Front: Strut-type with internal rebound spring and lower L-arm. Antidive geometry. Front stabilizer bar.
Rear: Strut-type with internal rebound spring and parallel link. Antilift geometry. Rear stabilizer bar.
Brakes
Standard: Front-wheel ventilated disc, rear-wheel drum.
Standard: 4-channel, 4-sensor ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) .
Steering
Engine-speed-sensing variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion. Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0.
Turning Circle, curb-to-curb
34.8 ft.
Wheels
16 x 6.5-inch 6-spoke aluminum-alloy
Tires
215/60 R16 94H M+S all-season

SAFETY FEATURES

Active

Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
S
SUBARU BOXER engine
S
4-wheel antilock brakes ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
S
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
S

Passive

Dual-stage deployment driver and front-passenger front air bags (SRS)*
S
Front seat-mounted head/chest side-impact air bags (SRS)*
S
Height-adjustable active front-seat head restraints
S
Three individual height-adjustable rear head restraints
S
Height-adjustable 3-point front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters .
3-point rear seat belts at all seating positions.
S
Rear child-safety door locks
S
LATCH system: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
S
Safety brake pedal system
S
Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
S
Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame body structure with hydroformed front subframe structure
S

INTERIOR FEATURES

6-way manually adjustable driver seat with manually adjustable lumbar support.
4-way manually adjustable front-passenger seat.
S
Sport-design front seats
S
Cloth upholstery
S
60/40-split flat-folding rear seatback with center armrest
S
Perforated leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column. Perforated leather wrapped shifter handle.
S
Perforated leather-wrapped parking-brake handle
S
Silver metallic trim on dash and console
S
Aluminum alloy pedal covers
S
Power front and rear windows with driver's auto-down
S
Power mirrors
S
Electronically controlled cruise control
S
Center console with sliding armrest, tray and storage compartment
S
Dual cupholders in front area of center console.
Dual cupholders in underside of center-console armrest for rear passengers (rotating armrest 180° reveals cupholders). Dual retractable rear cupholders at base of rear-center console area. Bottle holder in each front door pocket.
S
12-volt power outlets in dash, center-console storage compartment and cargo area
S
Overhead console with dual maplights and sunglasses storage
S
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass
O2
Sun visors with concealed vanity mirrors
S
In-dash storage compartment
S
Retractable/removable cargo-area cover
S
Cargo-area concealed multicompartment under-floor storage tray
S
4 cargo-area utility hooks. 2 cargo-area utility bars. 4 cargo-area tiedown hooks. 2 cargo-area grocery bag hooks.
S
Analog speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel gauges with silver trim rings
S
Illuminated red gauge needles on black faces with white indicators
S
Digital display of odometer including dual-mode trip odometer, ambient temperature gauge and automatic transmission gear position (if equipped)
S
Digital clock
S
120-watt 7-speaker audio system with subwoofer, 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA player
S
SIRIUS™ Satellite Radio capability2
S
Auxiliary audio jack for portable media players
S
Automatic climate control system with CFC-free air conditioning, air filtration system, rotary controls for temperature, 7-speed fan and airflow direction
S
Keyless entry system with answer-back electronic chirp
S
Antitheft security system
S
Antitheft security system with answer-back electronic chirp and shock sensor
O

EXTERIOR FEATURES

Multireflector low-beam and high-beam headlights
S
Aluminum-alloy hood
S
Body-color painted front and rear bumpers
S
Black side mirrors
S
Black door handles
S
Body-color painted protective side cladding
S
Two-speed windshield wipers with variable intermittent mode
S
Single-speed rear window wiper with fixed intermittent mode and de-icer
S
Silver-finish raised roof rails
S

DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase/Length
99.4 in./176.6 in.
Width/Height
68.3 in./65.0 in. (includes roof rails and crossbars)
Track (front/rear)
58.9 in./58.5 in.
Ground clearance (at curb weight)
8.1 in.
Headroom (front/rear)
39.8 in./39.8 in.
Legroom (front/rear)
43.6 in./33.7 in.
Shoulder room (front/rear)
53.5 in./53.6 in.
Curb weight (manual/automatic)
3,140 lbs./3,185 lbs.
Passenger volume
95.4 cu. ft.
Cargo volume
30.7 cu. ft./68.6 cu. ft. with rear seat lowered
Towing capacity (Class 1)**
2,400 lbs.
* The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (air bags) affords the driver and the front passenger additional protection in moderate to severe frontal and side-impact collisions. This system provides supplemental protection only, and seatbelts must be worn in order to avoid injuries to out-of-position occupants upon bag deployment and to provide the best combined protection in a serious accident. Children should always be properly restrained in the rear seat.

** When properly equipped. See Owner's Manual for detailed instructions you should follow when towing a trailer.

1 2008 Forester 2.5 X models are certified as Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) that are sold, registered and operated in California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island or Vermont, all emission parts are covered for 15 years/150,000 miles, whichever comes first. For complete warranty information, see your Subaru dealer.

2 Available as an accessory. Satellite radio hardware and required monthly subscription sold separately. See your dealer.

^ EPA Fuel Economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary.

2.5 X LLBean

2008 FORESTER 2.5 X L.L.BEAN EDITION

Subaru and L.L.Bean® have joined forces to bring you the Forester 2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition. Loaded with specialized Subaru features and outfitted in luxurious L.L.Bean-embossed leather-trimmed upholstery. It has everything you need for an outdoor adventure like none other.  Standard Features
  • 173-hp SUBARU BOXER engine
  • 166 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm
  • Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
  • 4-wheel antilock brakes ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
  • 4-wheel independent raised suspension
  • Standard 4-speed adaptive electronic direct-control automatic transmission
  • 16 x 6.5-inch 5-split-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with gray finish
  • Panoramic power sliding-glass moonroof with auto-open/close feature
  • L.LBean-embossed leather-trimmed upholstery with perforated Alcantara® accents on seat bolsters
  • 8-way power adjustable driver's seat
  • Dual-stage heated front seats
  • Wood and leather-wrapped 3-spoke MOMO® brand steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column
  • Wood and perforated leather-wrapped shifter handle
  • SIRIUS™ Satellite Radio capability
  • Auxiliary audio jack for portable media players
  • 120-watt 7-speaker audio system with subwoofer, 6-disc in-dash CD changer and MP3/WMA player
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass  
  • Multi-reflector fog lights
  • Heated side mirrors and windshield wipers de-icer

PERFORMANCE

Type
2.5-liter SOHC aluminum-alloy 16-valve horizontally opposed 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine with i-Active Valve Lift System
Horsepower
173 hp @ 6,000 rpm (PZEV: 170 hp)1
Torque (lb.-ft.)
166 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm (PZEV: 167 lb-ft)
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
Fuel Economy (city/highway)
Automatic: 20/26 mpg
Fuel Requirement
Unleaded gasoline (87 octane) recommended
Manual Transmission
Not Available
Automatic Transmission
Standard 4-speed adaptive electronic direct-control automatic
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Active All-Wheel Drive: Models equipped with 4-speed automatic transmission utilize an electronically controlled variable multiplate transfer clutch and viscous-type limited-slip rear differential to distribute power to where traction is needed. Sensors monitor parameters such as wheel slippage, throttle position and braking to help determine torque distribution to the wheels with optimum traction.
Suspension
4-wheel independent heavy-duty raised suspension.
Front: Strut-type with internal rebound spring and lower L-arm. Antidive geometry. Front stabilizer bar.
Rear: Strut-type with internal rebound spring and parallel link. Antilift geometry. Rear stabilizer bar.
Brakes
4-wheel disc, ventilated front.
4-channel, 4-sensor ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Steering
Engine-speed-sensing variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion. Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0.
Turning Circle, curb-to-curb
34.8 ft.
Wheels
16 x 6.5-inch 5-split-spoke aluminum-alloy. Gray finish.
Tires
215/60 R16 94H M+S all-season

SAFETY FEATURES

Active

Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
S
SUBARU BOXER engine
S
4-wheel antilock brakes ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
S
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
S

Passive

Dual-stage deployment driver and front-passenger front air bags (SRS)*
S
Front seat-mounted head/chest side-impact air bags (SRS)*
S
Height-adjustable active front-seat head restraints
S
Three individual height-adjustable rear head restraints
S
Height-adjustable 3-point front seat belts with pretensioners and force limiters. 3-point rear seat belts at all seating positions.
S
Rear child-safety door locks
S
LATCH system: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
S
Safety brake pedal system
S
Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column
S
Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame body structure with hydroformed front subframe structure
S

INTERIOR FEATURES

8-way power adjustable driver seat with manually adjustable lumbar support.
4-way manually adjustable front-passenger seat.
S
Sport-design front seats
S
Dual-stage heated front seats
S
L.L.Bean-embossed leather-trimmed upholstery with perforated Alcantara® accents on seat bolsters
S
60/40-split flat-folding rear seatback with center armrest
S
Wood and leather-wrapped 3-spoke MOMO® brand steering wheel with manually adjustable tilt column. Wood and perforated leather-wrapped shifter handle.
S
Perforated leather-wrapped parking-brake handle
S
Silver metallic trim on dash and console
S
Power front and rear windows with driver's auto-down
S
Power mirrors
S
Electronically controlled cruise control
S
Center console with sliding armrest, tray and storage compartment
S
Dual cupholders in front area of center console.
Dual cupholders in underside of center-console armrest for rear passengers (rotating armrest 180° reveals cupholders). Dual retractable rear cupholders at base of rear-center console area. Bottle holder in each front door pocket.
S
12-volt power outlets in dash, center-console storage compartment and cargo area
S
Overhead console with dual maplights and sunglasses storage
S
Sun visors with concealed vanity mirrors
S
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass
S
In-dash storage compartment
S
Retractable/removable cargo-area cover
S
Removable L.L.Bean-embossed cargo-area tray
S
Cargo-area-concealed multicompartment under-floor storage tray
S
4 cargo-area utility hooks. 2 cargo-area utility bars. 4 cargo-area tiedown hooks. 2 cargo-area grocery bag hooks.
S
Analog speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel gauges with silver trim rings
S
Illuminated red gauge needles on black faces with white indicators
S
Digital display of odometer including dual-mode tri