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READY FOR YOUR LIFE. IT’S WHAT MAKES A SUBARU, A SUBARU. Forester Sports 2.5 XT in Steel Silver Metallic.
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THE MOST AWARD-WINNING SUV. EVER. It’s always nice when everyone agrees. Say, in determining the best in class. The Subaru Forester is the winner of more awards than any other compact SUV in the past fi ve years. It consistently receives the highest safety ratings of any vehicle on the road.
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> CONTROL TO KEEP YOU SAFE Forester 2.5 X with Premium Package in Topaz Gold Metallic.
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SUBARU SYMMETRICAL ALL-WHEEL DRIVE Sleet. Gravel. Gigantic potholes. You never know what’s coming. So give yourself the adhesive advantage of the standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system to keep all four tires sticking to the road. Its uniquely balanced confi guration helps ensure stability and poise.
HANDLING AND CONTROL Safety hasn’t traditionally been synonymous with driving enjoyment. But the Forester proves that you can have the best of both. Every drivetrain component and every chassis part has been engineered to optimally blend control, performance and comfort. You’ll feel it in the quick, precise rack- and-pinion steering.
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> POWER BOTH POTENT AND EFFICIENT Forester 2.5 X with Premium Package in Steel Silver Metallic.
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SUBARU BOXER ENGINE Every engine generates power. But the unique SUBARU BOXER engine gives you so much more. The fl at, horizontally opposed confi guration empowers the Forester with a lower center of grav- ity, delivering precise handling and enhanced stability. The result is a car that goes where you want it to, especially when changing directions quickly, impressing driving enthusiasts and safety experts alike.
PERFORMANCE Feel the passion and knowledge derived from our rally heritage, every time you press the accelerator. Start with the SUBARU BOXER engine’s aluminum alloy construction that helps reduce its weight and increases durability. Add Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) for a more precise response to your right foot.
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> VERSATILITY FOR YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS Forester 2.5 XT Limited in Steel Silver Metallic.
COMFORT With the refi ned interior and the premium amenities available in the Forester, “Are we there Enjoy the 8-way power driver’s seat with dual-stage seat heaters. And let in the sunshine and fresh air for your front and rear passengers with the panoramic power yet?”...
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VERSATILITY Your friends. All their bags, suitcases, sports equipment, and enough food to feed the horde. The smartly proportioned Forester gives you intelligent solutions to carry your passengers in comfort and their cargo in order. Start with the generous rear storage space that’s easier to load.
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> ENGINEERING TO AVOID AND PROTECT Forester 2.5 XT Limited in Steel Silver Metallic.
AWD and responsive handling to help keep your vehicle in control. These inherent Subaru advantages are supported by a comprehen- sive array of features to help you in an emergency. At Subaru, every innovation is designed with your protection in mind.
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YOUR WAY . YOUR SUBARU. 2.5 X 2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition Value doesn’t have to mean compromise with the Style meets function with the L.L.Bean Edition. Enjoy 2.5 X. Motivated by a stout 173-horsepower engine, the special leather-trimmed upholstery, a wood it’s replete with all the convenience and versatile...
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4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER aluminum-alloy 16-valve 4-cylinder horizontally Aluminum-alloy hood with functional hood scoop (feeds turbocharger intercooler) engine with i-Active Valve Lift System engine with i-Active Valve Lift System opposed SUBARU BOXER engine with Active • • • •...
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• of equipment or features may vary from time to time and by geographic area. Certain accessories and equipment may not be available at the time of publication. Subaru of America, Inc., reserves the right Garnet Red Pearl/Steel Silver Metallic to change or discontinue at any time, without notice, prices, colors, materials, equipment, accessories, specifications, models and packages without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes •...
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The mats are available for 5-and 7-passenger applications. FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES, VISIT YOUR LOCAL SUBARU DEALER OR LOG ON TO WWW.SUBARU.COM . PERSONALIZE YOUR SUBARU WITH GENUINE ACCESSORIES...
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Enjoying your Subaru for years to come—that’s the promise of our comprehensive comes fi rst. By calling the toll-free number in the Owner’s Information Kit, Subaru owners can take advantage of warranties and roadside assistance program. It’s a fact attested to by 95% of Subaru any of the following benefi...
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