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2003 Subaru Forester reviews and buying guide.

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2003 Subaru Forester

The 2003 Subaru Forester is a compact sport utility vehicle that has been very successful in its segment. Aggressive marketing combined with decent styling and great performance have combined to propel the Forester to the top of this segment where it holds on just as easily as it grips on a hill climb. This year's model has slightly more legroom but maintains it's basic design. The base 2.5X model is available or you can go up a level to the 2.5XS

The growing segment interested in vehicles for their versatility as off-road adventure vehicles enjoy the cargo space and clearance that this class of vehicles provide. Many of them also enjoy the fact that fuel efficiency is not sacrificed in the same way as it has been for some of the full-size SUVs.

Under the Hood

Subaru has a distinctive horizontally opposed 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that puts out 165 hp at 5600 rpm, generated by 166 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. Both models offer optional 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions and they get 21/26 and 21/27 mpg (city/hwy) respectively.

Safety features offered include antilock brakes and on the manual transmissions, a Hill-Holder feature that stops roll back on steep hills when the clutch is depressed. Dual-front and front-side airbags are also standard; as are fog lights and front seat active head restraints.

The XS has 4-wheel disc brakes and a limited slip differential to add to the drivability and safety mix.

Standard Features, Options Packages and Style

Both models of Forester have an great standard features: cruise control, outside temperature indicator, AM/FM/weatherband/CD player, tachometer, air conditioning, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer and all the usual powered items; steering, door locks, windows and mirrors.

The XS goes a step further however, offering such additions as a stereo upgrade to include an in-dash 6-disc CD changer, automatic climate control, a windshield wiper deicer a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated power mirrors and heated front seats.

Additional options give even more: the XS Premium Package has a power sunroof and leather upholstery is also available, while the Popular Equipment Groups 1 and 2 offer more add-ons like splash guards, cargo tray, rear bumper cover and so on. A rear trailer hitch, rear spoiler and alloy wheels can also be ordered.




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