Performance you can trust.
Capability you can feel.
The all-new Forester gives you total driving confidence with its fun-to-drive nature, responsive handling, and outstanding
ride comfort. Balanced and stable around turns, even with its SUV height, the Forester was carefully engineered to reduce
fatigue on extended adventures for an enjoyable driving experience for all. And with Subaru Symmetrical Full-Time
All-Wheel Drive and newly updated X-MODE® standard on all models, you can reach your destination with comfort and
peace of mind.
X-MODE® and Hill Descent Control SI-DRIVE
Confidently conquer any road and enjoy the Forester’s true driving potential
with the newly available dual-function X-MODE®. Select [SNOW/DIRT] mode
for slippery surfaces covered with snow, dirt, or gravel, or [DEEP SNOW/MUD]
mode for especially treacherous roads on which tires can become stuck, such
as deep snow, mud, or dry dirt. 1 Plus, Hill Descent Control helps maintain a
controlled and constant speed even on slippery downhills, adding even more
peace of mind to your drive. 2 Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE) lets you drive how
you want, when you want. Select Intelligent Mode
for balanced, smooth, and environmentally friendly
performance, or Sport Mode for an immediate and
linear torque-rich throttle response for sporty and
smooth driving at any speed. 3
High Ground Clearance
The Forester was designed for not only high SUV ground clearance, but also with careful consideration for approach, departure, and break-
over angles. All have been optimized to help you conquer obstacles without sustaining damage or getting stuck.
Departure Angle 4
Break-over Angle 4
Approach Angle
Minimum Road
Clearance
1 Dual-function X-MODE available on Sport, Limited and Premier models only.
2 Driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. Effectiveness of Hill Descent Control depends on many factors such as vehicle maintenance, weather, tire, and road conditions.
3 Sport sharp (S#) mode on Sport models.
4 When equipped with 18-inch wheels.
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