Six Star Magazine Six Star Magazine Spring/Summer 2005 | Page 14
PREVIEW
uplifting forester
Forester gets new styling and more power for 2006
T
he Subaru Forester is well-appreciated by Canadian drivers.
Whether it is its excellent reputation for safety, reliability or
performance, everyone has their own reason for driving one. Now,
for 2006, the next-generation model will give drivers even more
reason to love their Forester!
The 2006 Subaru Forester is a perfect balance between rugged
and refined. Up front, there is a more aggressive yet sophisticated
front fascia, including a new grille, four-lamp headlight clusters,
bumper, hood and fenders. Around the back, a new gate and tail
lamps help complete the Forester’s stylish, contemporary look.
Inside, look for new fabrics on cloth seat models and a fantastic
new multi-function centre console.
More power across the board for 2006
For 2006, the 2.5X and 2.5XS models gain new technology that
helps to boost horsepower to 173 – up from 165 in 2005 models.
Called i-Active Valve Lift System, this technology also increases
engine responsiveness and improves real-world drivability
and performance.
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The already powerful turbocharged 2.5-litre engine in the
2.5XT gets a 20-horsepower boost for 2006, bringing it up to
230 hp. At the same time, it boasts improved fuel efficiency
and reduced emissions over its 2005 predecessor. Now
that’s impressive!
Speedy, but safe!
Even though it is the starting point of the Forester lineup, the 2006
Forester 2.5X is one of the safest and best-equipped small SUVs on
the road. It features standard “smart” airbags that detect driver and
front passenger seat position and seatbelt use and offer dual-stage
deployment for optimal protection.
Since your safety is always our foremost concern, the 2006
Forester also features a fine-tuned suspension, a new rear
crossmember and an enhanced braking system.
Subaru has also modified the symmetrical full-time All-Wheel
Drive on all automatic and manual transmissions to provide
even better handling and traction performance on slippery
road surfaces.