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December 28, 2007
US-Spec 2009 Subaru Forester revealed
After numerous photos leaks, Subaru finally revealed its redesigned Forester crossover for the 2009 model year. Now in its third generation, the 2009 Forester is built on an all-new platform and sports a completely redesigned exterior and interior.
The 2009 model features a more truck-like styling, rather than the wagon-style exterior of the previous Forester. Inside, the new crossover focuses on increased comfort and cabin space. The interior features better materials, including double-stitched fabrics and high-grade plastics.
As with all Subaru models, the new Forester comes equipped as standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Customers will have a choice of two improved turbocharged/intercooled 2.5-liter Boxer engines, both revised to provide better low-end and mid-range torque.
A more robust body structure, heavy-duty raised four-wheel independent suspension, and 8.9 inches of ground clearance make the Forester capable as an off-road vehicle and suitable as an around-town people-mover.
All Forester models for 2009 feature standard side-curtain airbags with a rollover sensor, and the Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) stability and traction control system is standard on all models for the first time. With the Subaru Dynamic Chassis Control Concept (Subaru DC3), Subaru optimized all elements of the Forester’s chassis to deliver a better balance of ride, handling response, quietness and overall traction.
Manual-transmission models feature Incline Start Assist, which can momentarily prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when being driven away from a stop on an incline.
As before, Forester is offered in a wide array of models, including the economic Forester 2.5 X and the range-topping Forester L.L.Bean Edition.
The Forester is available with a navigation system as well as XM or SIRIUS Satellite Radio. An auxiliary audio input jack enables connection MP3 player connectivity.
Via: LeftLaneNews.Com
NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW PREVIEW: SUBARU RELEASES FIRST PHOTOS OF ALL-NEW 2009 FORESTER CROSSOVER SUV
- All-New Design with Improved Comfort, Space and Utility
- All-New Platform With Sport-Sedan Dynamics
- Standard Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)
CHERRY HILL, N.J — Subaru of America, Inc. today released the first official photos of the all-new, third-generation 2009 Forester, a total re-design of the award-winning crossover utility vehicle (CUV) that will debut at the 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit in January. The 2009 Forester, which arrives in Subaru dealerships this spring, builds upon its predecessor’s reputation as an icon of safety, dependability and versatility. The new-generation 2009 model projects a bolder, more SUV-like design and making a major leap in safety technology, comfort, refinement and driving dynamics.
As with all Subaru models, the 2009 Forester comes equipped as standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. An all-new platform featuring a 3.6-inch longer wheelbase (now 103.0 inches) and double-wishbone rear suspension improves crash-worthiness and at the same time provides crisper handling, a quieter ride and increased interior space and cargo room. The 2009 Forester once again blends positive SUV attributes including a high seating point and interior versatility with passenger car comfort, handling and fuel efficiency.
All Forester models for 2009 feature standard side-curtain airbags with a rollover sensor, and the Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) stability and traction control system is standard on all models for the first time. With the Subaru Dynamic Chassis Control Concept (Subaru DC3), Subaru optimized all elements of the Forester’s chassis to deliver a better balance of ride, handling response, quietness and overall traction performance than offered by competitive vehicles. A comprehensive array of elements contributes to that goal, including the new, high-strength body structure, standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, VDC and four-wheel disc ABS brakes with the Brake Assist safety system.
Manual-transmission models also feature Incline Start Assist, which can momentarily prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when being driven away from a stop on an incline.
Even with its bolder exterior and roomier interior, the new 2009 Forester is only about three inches longer than its predecessor, thus retaining the trim exterior packaging cited by Forester owners as one of this model’s most essential features. A robust body structure, heavy-duty raised four-wheel independent suspension system and up to 8.9 inches of ground clearance help make Forester equally adept at negotiating twisty roads and absorbing ruts and bumps.
IMPROVED PERFORMANCE WITH GREATER COMFORT AND VERSATILITY
The 2009 Forester offers naturally aspirated and turbocharged/intercooled 2.5-liter Boxer engines, both revised to provide better low-end and mid-range torque for more responsive everyday performance. New interior materials, including double-stitched fabrics and high-grade plastics, impart a feeling of higher quality. As before, Forester is offered in a wide array of models, with the 2009 Forester 2.5 X offering one of the best values in the crossover SUV segment and the range-topping Forester L.L.Bean Edition offering more luxury without compromising the vehicle’s sporty nature.
The 2009 Forester offers a navigation system for the first time as well as advanced audio system upgrade options. The 2009 Forester comes pre-wired for XM® or SIRIUS® Satellite Radio. An auxiliary audio input jack enables connection of an iPod® or MP3 player.
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- Author : admin
how about hp figures. you went to all the trouble of emphasizing better engines - better performance and more useable torque.
If you know this then why not print the figures instead of rehashing the same crap every other article has over and over?
If you are the epicenter of all things Subaru why are you regurgitating all the nonsense of the other sites? Don’t just say the engines are good, is Subaru too scared to publish the engine power, torque, 0-100 and quarter mile sprint times of the new XT? I agree it has lost it’s identity and looks almost identical to a Mitsu Outlander! Where are the performance and consumption figures? I hope I am wrong but I do not think this much more bloated Forester is going to be faster than the older model.