Used 2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X SUV Review
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Read what other owners think about the 2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X SUV.
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Not my dream car
wndylu, Anchorage, AK, 12/09/2010
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Granted I have the basic plain jane model, but I am not impressed with the design and would not purchase another Subaru based off this car.
The main complaint I have is the heater, there does not seem to be much warm air when put in the feet/defrost setting and when you put in feet only you get more heat coming out of the vents facing the side windows then anything.
As far as I can tell … there are not heat vents in the back seat and I can not seem to get the car warm.
Don't even want to get started on the sterero...or the middle console.
Very dissapointed with this purchase and am upset with myself that I did not take more time when making this purchase. Should have gotten more for $23200
First Subaru
subie2099, Rockland, MA, 01/10/2012
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
This is my first subaru and first AWD car. I live in new england and i bought this car to be primarily a winter car in the snow since i have a backup corolla for summer drives on the cheap. So far we really like the car since it saved our rear ends from the brutal winter of 2011. Literally i could drive the car out of the two feet snow and salt bank in front of the driveway left by the … snow plows. Then call the snow removal guy to come and clean the driveway while i am at work. Like others said the inside however is cheap plastic, not enough heat, square coffee cup holders, non adjustable passenger seats nned improvement. However i only paid $20,500 w alloy out the door and i am v frugal!
You'll need lot's of oil
Joe Krownen Jr., Tobyhanna, PA, 03/04/2015
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Bought our 2011 forester new. On a long drive in 2014, we heard a ticking sound in the engine. Once home, took it to the dealer. Dealer said it was very low on oil, so they replaced filter and topped it off. We took another long drive and the ticking returned. I had to add three qts of oil. Since that time, it seems I have to check the oil every 1,500 to 2,000 miles and will need to add … a quart. The break-in procedures were followed and oil service was accomplished on schedule. All service was performed by the dealer the first two years or so (long drive). We smell burning oil in the garage. There is no oil on the ground or engine. Not sure exactly when it started, but it seems to be getting
Subaru Symetrical AWD is Superior to FWD-AWD From Competitors
rockdoc8, Nitro, WV, 12/22/2010
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
I bought my 2011 Forester because of the Subaru Symmetrical All Wheel Drive.
If you don't understand why Subaru Symmetrical AWD is different from on demand AWD systems then you are not going to appreciate the true beauty of the Forester.
After 2 snow storms in 2 weeks I am a believer.
This car is so well behaved!
I base my opinions on being a previous owner of a CRV, Toyota Tacoma and an … X-terra.
The front seats could be a little larger but I am large 62 and find them comfortable for extended driving.
The new engine is robust and provides adequate acceleration.
4-speed auto is not a issue.
This is a driver's car due to good driver's visibility, seating position, and full time AWD.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Standard all-wheel drive
- Pro:roomy cabin with ample cargo space
- Pro:comfortable ride
- Pro:strong turbocharged engine on XT trims.
- Con:Outdated four-speed automatic transmission
- Con:unimpressive fit and finish.
Full Edmunds Review: 2011 Subaru Forester SUV
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