2010 Subaru Forester: Overview

2010 Subaru Forester 

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  • MSRP: $20,295 - $28,495
  • Invoice: $19,214 - $26,707

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Pros

  • Cargo room
  • Climate and audio controls

Cons

  • Interior materials
  • Quietness

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Subaru Forester is largely unchanged following its redesign for the 2009 model year. This compact-crossover SUV has standard all-wheel drive without low-range gearing. All Foresters have a horizontally opposed 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. It produces 170 hp in the 2.5X, 2.5X Premium, and 2.5X Limited. The turbocharged 2.5XT Premium and 2.5XT Limited have 224 hp. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard in 2.5X Foresters. A 4-speed automatic is optional on those models and is standard on all 2.5XTs. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. Leather upholstery is standard on Limiteds. Heated front seats are standard on Limiteds and optional on the 2.5X Premium. A navigation system with wireless cell-phone link is optional on those models.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category 2.5X Premium Rating Compact Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating
Acceleration 5 4.4
Fuel Economy 6 5
Ride Quality 6 5
Steering/Handling/Braking 6 4.6
Quietness 5 4.2
Controls 8 6
Details 5 4.7
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 5.8
Room/Comfort (rear) 6 5
Cargo Room 8 7.5
Value within Class 7 5.5
Total Score: 69 57.7

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