2009 Subaru Forester (NY/NJ)

$20,195 - $29,995Starting MSRP

Model Highlights

Fuel Economy

21 MPG Comb.

Transmission

Automatic w/OD

Body Type

SUV, Wagon

Seatings

5 Seats

Overview

From its debut in 1998 through its previous redesign in 2003, the Subaru Forester appealed to people who want the cargo room of a wagon and the nimble handling of a car. For 2009, the same versatility returns, with plenty of newly added features. The all-new Forester is available in five trim packages, powered by one of two engines. A naturally aspirated, 2.5L 4-cylinder boxer engine making 170 hp and 170 ft-lb of torque powers all 2.5X models, while a turbocharged 2.5L 4-cylinder powerplant making 224 hp and 226 ft-lb of torque powers all 2.5XT models. The naturally aspirated engine comes mated to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission, while the turbo is available only with a 4-speed automatic that features SPORTSHIFT manual control. Every Forester utilizes Subaru's symmetrical all-wheel drive. The base model...

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Specs

EPA Classification: 4WD Sport Utility

Engine Order Code:

Engine Type: Turbo Gas 4-Cyl

Displacement: 2.5L/150

Fuel System: SMPI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 224 @ 5600

SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 226 @ 2800

Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code:

Trans Type: 4

Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD

Trans Description Cont. Again:

First Gear Ratio (:1): 2.79

Second Gear Ratio (:1): 1.55

Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.69

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1):

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):

Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.27

Clutch Size (in):

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 4.44

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1):

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 21

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 19

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 24

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 520

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 110

Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 7.7

Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3460

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2400

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2400

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200

Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson-type

Suspension Type - Rear: Double wishbone

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.):

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.):

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): 32

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): 32

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 0.83

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 0.67

Brake Type: Power

Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel

Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.7 x - TBD -

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.3 x - TBD -

Drum - Rear (Yes or ):

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):

Front Tire Order Code:

Rear Tire Order Code:

Spare Tire Order Code:

Front Tire Size: P225/55HR17

Rear Tire Size: P225/55HR17

Spare Tire Size: Compact

Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0

Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.0

Spare Wheel Size (in):

Front Wheel Material: Alloy

Rear Wheel Material: Alloy

Spare Wheel Material: Steel

Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: Variable

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.0

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 34.4

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): 37.4

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 16.9

Wheelbase (in): 103

Length, Overall (in): 179.5

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 70.1

Height, Overall (in): 66.9

Track Width, Front (in): 60.2

Track Width, Rear (in): 60.2

Min Ground Clearance (in): 8.9

Rear Door Opening Height (in): 32.4

Rear Door Opening Width (in): 38.4

Liftover Height (in): 27.4

Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): 61.8

Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): 37.5

Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in):

Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): 53.25

Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 42.2

Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): 31.2

Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 63.0

Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 30.8

Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³):

Passenger Capacity: 5

Passenger Volume (ft³): 102.1

Front Head Room (in): 40.0

Front Leg Room (in): 43.1

Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.1

Front Hip Room (in): 52.9

Second Head Room (in): 37.7

Second Leg Room (in): 38.0

Second Shoulder Room (in): 55.6

Second Hip Room (in): 57.2

Vehicle Name: Subaru Forester (NY/NJ)

Body Style: 4 Door

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5

Pricing

This model has 13 different trims.

MSRP

$29,995

Invoice

$28,296

Description

2.5L/150, 224 @ 5600, Automatic w/OD

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Fuel Economy

This model has 13 different trims.

City

19 MPG

Hwy

24 MPG

Combined

21 MPG

Description

2.5L/150, 224 @ 5600, Automatic w/OD

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