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Style Overview

The 2009 Subaru Forester compact crossover SUV is available in three trim levels: 2.5X, 2.5X Limited, 2.5XT and 2.5XT Limited. The Forester 2.5X is equipped with 16-inch steel wheels, keyless entry, cruise control, full power accessories and a four-speaker CD audio system with an auxiliary audio jack. The 2.5XT model adds 17-inch alloy wheels, foglights, a rear spoiler, roof rails, a sunroof, a tilt/telescoping steering column, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, reclining rear seats and a six-speaker audio system with a six-CD changer. The 2.5XT Limited throws in heated mirrors, automatic climate control, a power driver seat, heated front seats, leather upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter.Optional for the 2.5X is the Premium Package, which adds 17-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, a power sunroof and a reclining rear seatback. When equipped with the Premium package, the 2.5X is also eligible for one of two additional option packages. The all-weather package includes heated side mirrors, a wiper de-icer and heated front seats. Going with the 2.5X Limited gets you the all-weather package's equipment plus foglights, a power driver seat, leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, automatic climate control, and a six-speaker CD audio system with a six-CD changer. There are no available options on the 2.5XT. The Forester 2.5X Limited and 2.5XT Limited, however, can be outfitted with a navigation system.
Style Comparisons

| Trim | Engine | Trans. | Wheels | Audio System | Seating | MSRP |
Current Vehicle:
2.5X 4dr SUV AWD w/VDC (2.5L 4cyl 5M) |
2.5L flat 4 single overhead cam (SOHC) 16-valve engine |
5-speed manual transmission |
16 x 6.5 in. steel |
4-speaker, AM/FM in-dash single CD player with CD MP3 Playback |
cloth upholstery |
$19,995 |
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2.5X Limited 4dr SUV AWD w/VDC (2.5L 4cyl 4A) |
2.5L flat 4 single overhead cam (SOHC) 16-valve engine |
4-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7 in. alloy |
6-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD player with CD MP3 Playback |
leather upholstery |
$25,995 |
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2.5X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr SUV AWD w/VDC (2.5L 4cyl 4A) |
2.5L flat 4 single overhead cam (SOHC) 16-valve engine |
4-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7 in. alloy |
6-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD player with CD MP3 Playback |
leather upholstery |
$25,995 |
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2.5XT 4dr SUV AWD w/VDC (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
2.5L flat 4 double overhead cam (DOHC) 16-valve engine |
4-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7 in. alloy |
6-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD player with CD MP3 Playback |
cloth upholstery |
$26,195 |
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2.5XT Limited 4dr SUV AWD w/VDC (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 4A) |
2.5L flat 4 double overhead cam (DOHC) 16-valve engine |
4-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7 in. alloy |
6-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD player with CD MP3 Playback |
leather upholstery |
$28,195 |
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