What Makes the Forester a Subaru?

It all starts with our legendary Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, which gives it the capability to go just about anywhere. Under the hood, the 2011 Subaru Forester is powered by an Subaru 2.7-Liter Engine that boosts torque and fuel economy. It not only sits low to improve handling, but it also makes it one of the most fuel-efficient All-Wheel Drive crossover in America.

In true Subaru fashion, this car was designed from the ground up with the latest active and passive safety features in mind, with seven airbags, including an all-new knee protection system. Inside, it's pure Subaru too, with premium materials abound. There's even available leather-trimmed seating. The interior is bigger than the average car's, with more legroom in the back, and more shoulder room all around. Also, it's filled with technology, including everything from an available GPS navigation system, to standard stability and traction control systems. Inside and out, it offers the ideal blend of safety, reliability, capability and value.

What sets the all-new Subaru Forester apart?

It's a Subaru, so it offers the ideal combination of safety, reliability, capability, and value.
Click here to read more about how the 2011 Subaru Forester compares to the competition. Subaru original advertising employed the slogan "SUV tough, Car Easy" to appeal to the SUV-oriented market; and to this end, the Forester from its inception had features associated with SUVs such as a large, space-efficient cargo area, higher h-point seating and more ground clearance while based on unibody rather than body-on-frame construction. In some sense, the Forester met the criteria of the term crossover before the term appeared.

Safety

The all-new Forester is one of the safest vehicles we've built, and that means a lot, considering Subaru was the only manufacturer with every 2011 model named an IIHS Top Safety Pick. From its seven airbags, to its 4-wheel disc brakes with Brake Assist, to its VDC electronic stability control, it's loaded with active and passive safety features. Not to mention, it also has the traction of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to help you avoid accidents altogether. Click here to see how the Foresters Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system racks up to it's top competitors.

Reliability

Down the road, you'll appreciate Subaru's long-standing reputation for dependability. In fact, 96% of all Subaru vehicles sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today.** This is in part thanks to the unique, naturally balanced design of our SUBARU BOXER® engines.

Capability

The 2011 Forester features road gripping Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, which gives you peace of mind in any weather. Best of all, this added confidence doesn't come at the expense of fuel economy. Not only can it go farther, but it's also roomier. With 60/40-split flat-folding rear seats it's ready for any adventure.

Value

Our vehicles have always been known for their incredible value, so it's no wonder Subaru was just awarded the industry's highest predicted resale value by ALG and Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com.*** When you also consider the all-new Subaru Forester's true cost of ownership, and low maintenance and fuel costs, it becomes an even better value.