2007 Subaru Forester Sports XT

At a Glance

Pricing $21,195 - $28,895
Drive Types AWD
Engines 2.5l H4, 2.5l H4 T
Transmissions A4, M5
Fuel Economy 18-20 (city), 23-27 (highway)

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.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
Forester 2.5 X 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) M5 AWD $21,195
Forester 2.5 X 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) A4 AWD $21,995
Forester Sports 2.5 X 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) M5 AWD $21,695
Forester Sports 2.5 X 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) A4 AWD $22,495
Forester 2.5 X L.L. Bean 2.5l H4 (173-bhp) A4 AWD $26,695
Forester Sports 2.5 XT 2.5l H4 T (224-bhp) M5 AWD $26,995
Forester Sports 2.5 XT 2.5l H4 T (224-bhp) A4 AWD $27,995
Forester 2.5 XT Limited 2.5l H4 T (224-bhp) M5 AWD $27,895
Forester 2.5 XT Limited 2.5l H4 T (224-bhp) A4 AWD $28,895