Professional Reviews

• “...a lower center of gravity than most of its rivals, such as the Honda CR-V and Suzuki Grand Vitara.” — Edmunds.com
• “... Forester also has that elusive and all-important automotive trait: personality. The Forester still has whimsy.” — Popular Mechanics
• “According to the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) front crash tests, the Forester was the only SUV in its class to be rated 'Good'” — Canadian Driver
• “Because it isn't as tall as a sport-utility (it's 2.5 inches lower than a Toyota RAV4), it's easier to load a kayak, skis, sailboard, duffels or other gear onto the roof.” — New Car Test Drive
• “There's nothing to fear from snow, mud, dirt, gravel or wet pavement.” — New Car Test Drive
• “...the three rear headrests block your [the driver's rearward] vision.” — The Detroit News
• “There's good low-rpm torque available for passing.” — New Car Test Drive
• “...the Forester was the quickest [0-60 and in the quarter-mile] better than the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V, among others.” — Popular Mechanics
• “[Base model] Forester L ($20,295) comes with a high level of standard equipment, including ABS...” — New Car Test Drive
• “Subaru makes one of the best all-wheel-drive systems in the world, rivaled only by Porsche and Audi.” — New Car Test Drive
• “...terrific, huge power sunroof that opens over the front and rear seats.” — The Detroit News
• “a no-nonsense mini-SUV for those who need the versatility of a small wagon with the grip of all-wheel drive.” — Edmunds.com