2013 Subaru Forester 2.5X

• Black exterior door handles
• Black manual-folding pwr mirrors
• Black rocker spoiler
• Multi-reflector headlights -inc: ignition switch auto-off
• P215/65HR16 all-season tires
• Rear window wiper w/washer
• T155/70D17 spare tire
• Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/washer

• (3) 12V aux pwr outlets -inc: dash, center console, cargo area
• 3.5mm aux input jack
• 60/40 split fold down rear bench seat -inc: head restraints at all seating positions, armrest
• Air filtration system
• AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3/WMA player -inc: radio broadcast data system (RBDS), (4) speakers
• Ambient temp gauge -inc: road surface freeze warning
• Average fuel economy gauge
• Bluetooth audio streaming & hands-free phone connectivity
• Cargo area grocery bag hooks
• Cargo area light w/gate switch
• Cargo area tie-down hooks
• Cargo gate inner handle assist grip
• Carpeted floor mats -inc: driver mat retention hook
• Cloth seat trim & upholstery
• Cruise control
• Driver footrest
• Dual covered visor vanity mirrors
• Dual front & rear overhead outboard assist grips
• Engine immobilizer
• Front & rear door bottle holders
• Front door courtesy lights
• Front passenger seatback pocket
• Height-adjustable reclining front bucket seats -inc: adjustable active head restraints
• Illuminated ignition switch ring
• Illuminated overhead console -inc: dual map lights, sunglasses holder
• Manual Air Conditioning
• Multi-functional center console -inc: illuminated front tray, rear storage box w/adjustable armrest lid, dual cup holders
• Off-delay dome light
• Pwr door locks -inc: illuminated driver-side switch
• Pwr windows -inc: driver-side auto-down, illuminated driver-side switch
• Rear seat heater ducts
• Rear window defogger w/timer
• Remote keyless entry
• Roof-mounted antenna
• Security system
• Steering wheel-mounted audio & Bluetooth controls
• Tilt steering column
• USB port w/iPod control capability

• 2.5L DOHC MPFI 16-valve 4-cyl boxer engine -inc: active valve control system (ACVS) variable valve timing, chain-driven camshafts w/auto chain tensioner
• 4-speed electronic direct-control automatic transmission
• Direct ignition system w/knock sensor
• Double wishbone rear suspension -inc: anti-lift geometry
• Dual single-outlet exhaust tips
• Electronic throttle control (ETC)
• Front & rear stabilizer bars
• MacPherson strut front suspension -inc: anti-dive geometry
• Pwr assisted steering
• Symmetrical all-wheel drive
• Tool kit -inc: lug wrench, 2-way screwdriver
• Ventilated front/solid rear disc brakes -inc: dual-piston front calipers

• 3-point height-adjustable front seatbelts
• 3-point rear seatbelts for all three seating positions
• 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
• Brake assist
• Collapsible steering column
• Daytime running lights
• Driver & front passenger advanced airbags -inc: dual-stage deployment, passenger-seat occupant detection system
• Driver & front passenger pelvis/torso side airbags
• Dual-tone horn
• Electronic brake-force distribution system (EBD)
• Front & rear side curtain airbags
• Pillar-to-pillar steering column support beam
• Rear child safety door locks
• Rear seat lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
• Ring-shape reinforcement frame
• Rollover sensor
• Safety pedal system
• Side impact door beams
• Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
• Traction control system (TCS) -inc: off switch
• Vehicle dynamics control (VDC)

Model Highlights

The Forester can be found in several different trims for 2013--base, Premium, Limited and Touring--for a total of six models. But there's quite a difference between 2.5X and 2.5XT; 2.5X models come with a 170-horsepower, 2.5L horizontally opposed 4-cylinder engine, while XT models--only offered in Limited or Touring guise--include a 224-horsepower turbocharged version. Between the two powertrains, the Forester's on-the-road personality can be quite different. 2.5X models are adequate but not quick, whether you go with the standard 5-speed manual gearbox or 5-speed automatic transmission. The 2.5XT's turbocharged engine comes mated only to the 4-speed automatic, and they work well as a team, with an uninterrupted wave of torque for acceleration or passing. The Forester rides and handles like a car, with a 4-wheel independent suspension, rack-and-pinion steering and a stiff body that extensively uses high-strength steel. But with 8.9 inches of ground clearance and symmetrical all-wheel drive on either model, the Forester has a surprisingly level of trail ability--as well as winter-driveway ability. Seating is upright and supportive, the back seat is just roomy enough for a couple of adults (or three kids) and the boxy body affords a pretty good view out. Seats fold forward to an expanded cargo floor, and all models but the base 2.5X come with a reclining rear seatback and retractable rear cargo tray. In addition to the all-wheel drive system, side-curtain airbags, electronic stability control with a rollover sensor and Brake Assist are among the many safety features that come standard in the 2013 Forester. Base Forester 2.5X models include a strong list of convenience items, such as remote keyless entry, cruise control, a multi-function trip computer and a center console lid that can adjust to be an armrest. The base audio system also includes Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming, iPod controls, a USB port and Sirius satellite radio capability. Premium models get 17-inch alloy wheels, a power driver's seat, tilt/telescopic steering adjustment, a panoramic moonroof and other upgrades. Limited models include perforated-leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, fog lamps and an all-weather package bringing heated front seats, heated side mirrors and a wiper de-icer. Touring models get HID headlamps, mirror-integrated turn signals, silver-finish roof rails and a rear spoiler on the outside, plus dual-zone climate control, electroluminescent displays, a one-touch rear seat-folding arrangement and a rear-vision camera. Available in the Limited model is a touch-screen navigation system with voice controls, iTunes tagging, text-messaging capability and HD radio.