Forester’s design is somewhat peculiar. On the one hand, the car looks modern, and on the other – there is too many “Asian” in the appearance. This is manifested in the chopped and tricky forms of the body, as well as the optics of lighting. Although, it is worth recognizing that the fourth generation of the “forester” can be called perhaps the most harmonious and expressive. In front of the crossover looks aggressive due to the low overhang of the bumper and convex wheel arches, while the feed is slightly raised. Side mirrors are carried out on the door, which improves the review.
The quality of the finishing materials leaves much to be desired, and the assembly is imperfect – at times the panels are coasted and there are gaps between them. However, the architecture of the front console resembles the cockpit of a sports car – the controls are located compactly and immediate proximity to the driver. The three -spoke steering wheel is pleasant to hold in your hands, besides it is multifunctional – from the steering wheel you can control the cruise control, a media system and an on -board computer. The panel of instruments with chrome edging wells looks beautiful and read perfectly – a large print and risks contribute to the rapid perception of information. There are no complaints about the circular review, because the thin straps of the body almost do not leave dead zones, but the rear -view mirrors are small ..
The driver of the driver with a pleasant profile and a good side support fixes the body well, and its rigidity is optimal. Even three passengers will be able to accommodate on the back sofa – there is enough space for the width and for the legs, though it is not convenient to sit on a horizontal pillow of the seat – you crawl down – you slide down. The luggage compartment of 488 liters is quite spacious, and the electric drive of the rear door eliminates excessive movements when closing it.
Fourth -generation Forester Subaru is equipped with an atmospheric opposite motor 2.5 liters with a capacity of 175 horsepower. A stepless transmission is working with him – Variator. Drive – permanent, four wheels.
The power unit has good traction and is able to accelerate the car quite quickly, the equipped mass of which is 1513 kilograms. The most dynamic forever at medium and high engine speeds, which, together with the responsive gas pedal allows you to quickly move in space. But, the average consumption of 13 liters repels the desire to constantly drown “in the floor”.
The “forester” is controlled perfectly, one might even say – in sporting excitement. The rolls in corners are small, and stability on the high -speed arc deserves respect. The “opponent” with a low center of gravity and a signature symmetrical four -wheel drive played an important role in this. The only thing that grieves is not a very sensitive and “long” steering wheel. In slow corners and on serpentines, you have to twist the steering wheel intensively.
Long -flowing suspension not only provides high smoothness, but also does not manifest itself well off -road. True, it is worth making a reservation – for serious off -road, this Subaru does not fit. Yes, all -wheel drive allows you to confidently make your way through the mud, but the average geometric cross -country ability (low body overhangs) and the soft structure of the body (with diagonal hanging it rings it) will not allow you to climb large bumps and steep rise.
Subaru Forester of the Fourth Generation is a very worthy offer in the SUV class. Compared to its competitors, the “forester” can indeed be called a utilitarian car, not devoid of sports ambitions and patency. Well, for shortcomings in the form of not a very high -quality salon and a large fuel consumption, you can close your eyes, because against the background of advantages they are insignificant.