The 2016 Subaru Forester range of configurations is currently priced from $7,999.
Carsguide Contributing Journalist David Morley had this to say at the time: While it wasn’t without its mechanical problems and recall woes, the SJ Forester, once sorted, has proven itself to be capable of continuing the brand’s good reputation for durability.
You can read the full review here.
The 2016 Subaru Forester carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1800 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Subaru Forester 2016 prices range from $9,790 for the basic trim level SUV 2.0D-L to $22,440 for the top of the range SUV 2.0Xt Premium.
| Subaru Forester Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
|---|---|---|---|
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2.0D-L
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1735x1795x4610 mm |
Ground Clearance:
220 mm
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2.0D-S
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1735x1795x4610 mm |
Ground Clearance:
220 mm
|
|
2.0i-L
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1735x1795x4610 mm |
Ground Clearance:
220 mm
|
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2.0Xt
|
Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1735x1795x4610 mm |
Ground Clearance:
220 mm
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You actually bought both in one go, John. In much the same way as the American car industry used to do, Subaru actually releases their cars by model year or MY code generally in the August or September of the previous year. So you have a 2017-spec Forester which was built in 2016.
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Most cars today have convex mirrors to give you a broader view of what’s coming up from behind. It’s something you should get used to; once you do it’s not a problem. If you really want to change it for a flat mirror you could talk to a glass merchant, who might be able to do it for you. Subaru won’t do it.
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You have clearly done your homework, from which you should be able to decide which is best for you. Without knowing what your needs and wants are all we can advice is that the three cars you have honed in on are good choices.
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