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2008 Subaru Forester

2007 Subaru Forester Sports XT

At a Glance

Pricing$21,195 - $28,895
Drive TypesAWD
EnginesH4 (173-bhp), H4 T (224-bhp)
TransmissionsA4, M5
Fuel Economy18-20 (city), 23-27 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index68

This small SUV is one of the quickest

Overview Information

As an affordable AWD tall wagon, the Forester was alone in that category for years. Although Subaru touts its high ground clearance, the Forester really isn't an SUV. It is roomy enough for a small family, and the standard AWD adds an extra measure of security. Roof rails allow the Forester to carry up to 150 lbs. The standard 173-bhp 2.5L flat-4 is available with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. Enthusiasts looking for an innocuous sport wagon should pick the 2.5XT, which is equipped with a 230-bhp turbo version of the base engine, and offers the same transmission choices.

Official Word:

Subaru of America, Inc. is showcasing two new versions of its All-Wheel Drive 2007 Forester compact SUV at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show. The 2007 Forester Sports models combine new, more powerful styling with exclusive interior features and enhanced standard equipment. The Forester Sports 2.5 XT adds to that the 224-horsepower intercooled turbocharged Boxer engine from the 2.5 XT Limited model. With more aggressive styling, the new Forester Sports models are distinguished from...Read.

Model/Trim Eng. Trans. Velocity Index Base Price
Forester 2.5 X 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) M5 AWD 61 $21,195
Forester 2.5 X 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) A4 AWD 55 $21,995
Forester Sports 2.5 X 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) M5 AWD 61 $21,695
Forester Sports 2.5 X 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) A4 AWD 55 $22,495
Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) A4 AWD 55 $26,695
Forester Sports 2.5 XT 2.5l H4 T (224-bhp) M5 AWD 68 $26,995
Forester Sports 2.5 XT 2.5l H4 T (224-bhp) A4 AWD 59 $27,995
Forester 2.5 XT Limited 2.5l H4 T (224-bhp) M5 AWD 68 $27,895
Forester 2.5 XT Limited 2.5l H4 T (224-bhp) A4 AWD 59 $28,895