Performance you can trust . Capability you can feel .
Balanced and stable around turns , even with its SUV height , the Forester is engineered to deliver confidence and outstanding ride comfort throughout your journey . With Subaru Symmetrical Full-Time All-Wheel Drive and X-MODE ® standard on all trim levels , reassurance always comes with the terrain . And with the Forester Wilderness ™ , you can dare to venture even farther .
X-MODE ® and Hill Descent Control
Take on almost any terrain with the traction-grabbing X-MODE ® system featuring Hill Descent Control 1 . For even greater adaptability , you can opt for dual-function X-MODE ® 2 , which includes two specifically designed settings — one for snow and dirt and one for deep snow and mud .
SI-DRIVE
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 choose 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 is not only designed with high SUV ground clearance but also with careful consideration for approach , departure and breakover angles . All have been optimized to help you conquer obstacles without sustaining damage or getting stuck .
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1 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 . 2 Dual-function X-MODE ® available on Sport , Wilderness , Limited and Premier trims only . 3 Sport sharp ( S #) mode on Sport and Wilderness trims .