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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Touring 4dr Auto

New Subaru Forester near Monterey | Santa Cruz| Seaside

MSRP $29,895* As shown

City MPG: 19^†**Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2010 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2010. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
Hwy MPG: 24^†**Based on 2011 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2010 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2010. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

Vehicle Colors: Obsidian Black Pearl Marine Blue Pearl Sage Green Metallic Dark Gray Metallic Camellia Red Pearl Sky Blue Metallic Ice Silver Metallic Satin White Pearl

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The new Subaru Forester is designed with responsibility and versatility inside and out. With award winning 5 star safety, 2.5 liter, 170-horsepower engine, 17 inch alloy wheels, 68 cubic feet of cargo room Touch-screen navigation system And satellite radio capability. Get versatility that inspires in your new Subaru Forester today. To get special internet pricing - contact us now.

Vehicle Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification - Sport Utility Vehicle - AWD

Engine

Engine Type - Turbocharged Gas Flat 4
Displacement - 2.5L/150
Fuel System - Electronic Fuel Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 224 @ 5200
SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 226 @ 2800

Transmission

Drivetrain - All Wheel Drive
Trans Type - 4
Trans Description Cont. - Automatic w/Manual Shift
First Gear Ratio - 2.79
Second Gear Ratio - 1.55
Third Gear Ratio - 1.00
Fourth Gear Ratio - 0.69
Reverse Ratio - 2.27
Final Drive Axle Ratio - 4.11

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined - 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City - 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy - 24

Electrical

Maximum Alternator Capacity - 110

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight - 3460

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. - 2400
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. - 240
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. - 2400
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. - 360

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front - MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear - Double Wishbone

Brakes

Brake Type - Power
Brake ABS System - 4-Wheel
Disc - Front - Yes
Disc - Rear - Yes

Tires

Front Tire Size - P225/55HR17
Rear Tire Size - P225/55HR17
Spare Tire Size - Compact

Wheels

Front Wheel Size - 17 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Size - 17 x 7.0
Spare Wheel Size - Compact
Front Wheel Material - Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material - Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material - Compact

Steering

Steering Type - Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio - 16.5
Lock to Lock Turns - 3.2
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb - 34.4

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx - 16.9

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase - 103.0
Length, Overall - 179.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors - 70.1
Height, Overall - 66.9
Track Width, Front - 60.2
Track Width, Rear - 60.2
Min Ground Clearance - 8.7
Liftover Height - 27.4

Cargo Area Dimensions

Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 - 61.8
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 - 37.5
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings - 42.2
Cargo Box - 31.2
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 - 30.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 - 63.0

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity - 5
Passenger Volume - 102.1
Front Head Room - 40.0
Front Leg Room - 43.1
Front Shoulder Room - 56.1
Front Hip Room - 52.9
Second Head Room - 37.7
Second Leg Room - 38.0
Second Shoulder Room - 55.6
Second Hip Room - 52.7

Summary

Vehicle Name - Subaru Forester
Body Style - Sport Utility Vehicle

Emissions

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score - 5
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year - 8.9

Vehicle Features

ENTERTAINMENT

AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3/WMA player -inc: 4.3" LCD display screen, HD Radio, (6) speakers, radio broadcast data system (RBDS), 3.5mm aux input jack, USB port, iPod control capability, iTunes tagging capability, Bluetooth audio streaming connectivity, Bluetooth hands-free connectivity, roof-mounted antenna, rear vision camera

EXTERIOR

17" alloy wheels
Body color foldable heated pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals
Body color rear roof spoiler w/integrated LED high-mount stop light
Chrome door handles
Fog lights
Headlights auto-off w/ignition switch
HID headlights
Hood scoop
P225/55HR17 all-season tires
Panoramic pwr moonroof
Rear privacy glass
Rear window wiper w/washer
Silver finish roof rails
Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/washer

INTERIOR

(2) bottle holders in doors
10-way pwr driver seat w/pwr lumbar
12V aux pwr outlets -inc: dash, center console, cargo area
60/40 split fold down rear bench seat -inc: head restraints at all seating positions, armrest
Air filtration system
Aluminum alloy pedal covers
Ambient temp gauge
Cargo area tie down hooks, grocery bag hooks
Cargo area tray
Carpeted floor mats
Chrome interior door handles
Cruise control
Dome light w/off-delay feature
Driver's seatback pocket
Dual zone automatic climate control system
ECO fuel economy gauge
Engine immobilizer
Front bucket seats w/active head restraints, height adjusters
Heated front seats
Illuminated ignition switch ring
Interior accent lighting
Leather-wrapped shifter
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Multi-functional center console -inc: storage w/adjustable armrest lid, dual cup holders
One-touch folding rear seatbacks
Overhead console
Perforated leather seat trim, upholstery
Pwr door locks
Pwr windows w/driver-side auto-down feature
Rear defogger
Rear seat retractable tray
Reclining rear seatback function
Remote keyless entry
Security system
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
Steering wheel mounted Bluetooth controls
Telescopic steering column
Tilt steering column
Visors w/dual covered vanity mirrors

MECHANICAL

2.5L DOHC MPFI 16-valve intercooled turbocharged 4-cyl boxer engine
4-speed electronic direct-control automatic transmission
4-wheel disc brakes
Active valve control system (ACVS) variable valve timing
Direct ignition system
Double wishbone suspension
Electronic throttle control (ETC)
Engine cover
Pwr assisted steering
Symmetrical all-wheel drive
Twin tailpipes -inc: single outlet w/stainless tips

SAFETY

3-point height-adjustable front seatbelts
3-point rear seatbelts for all three seating positions
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Advanced frontal airbags (SRS) -inc: front passenger-side occupant detection system
Brake assist
Daytime running lights
Driver & front passenger pelvis/torso side airbags
Driver & front passenger side-impact airbags (SRS)
Front & rear side curtain airbags (SRS) w/roll over sensor
LATCH rear child safety seat anchors
Rear child safety door locks
Safety brake pedal system
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)

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