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Used 2006 Subaru Forester Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

My first Subaru

hairdog, 09/25/2009
2006 Subaru Forester 2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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I just purchased a used Subaru forester on Monday, just three days ago. I am completely surprised at the quality and power that this 4cyl has. I was driving a V6 and this is much more responsive and quicker. This is my first Subaru. I have owned nothing but American cars before. In just three days I would say that I'm a convert for life, not just only based on my mere three days but on other Subaru owners that have told me their experiences. I love my Forester and can't wait to actually feel safe while driving in bad winter conditions. FOR ONCE! I highly recommend it to all. Buy a Subaru and you will not be disappointed.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Replaced a 1998 Forester L

toddtas, 12/15/2005
2006 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
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New Forester is tighter and way more fun to drive with the improved acceleration.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Would buy another one

Venator, 12/03/2009
2006 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Limited 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
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I've had my Forester for a little over 4 years now. It has served me well in the city and on back-country roads. It does an excellent job in ice and snow, is easy to park, and carries a lot of gear. With the XT package it has more than enough pick up and is a lot of fun to drive.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

My wife is happy

Happy Husband, 12/22/2005
2006 Subaru Forester 2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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This is our first Subaru and my wife loves it. She says with this car, she feels like going somewhere (without being driven). You can't get more praise than that. My wife hates driving!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

SOLID & RELIABLE ALL WEATHER COMMUTER

Brian McCloskey, 07/23/2008
2006 Subaru Forester 2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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I've driven this car now for a year and a half. During that time I've put on 35,000 miles. I should add I downsized from a Toyota Landcruiser. The biggest question any prospective buyer wants to know is: "would you buy it again?" My answer would be a resounding YES. This is a super little vehicle. I don't know where some of these reviewers learned to drive in inclement weather, but we live in New England and ours fly's in the snow. Never a hint of slipping. Creature comforts are average. I wish the cloth seats weren't so prone to wearing and staining. But ours has over 50K miles on it and we've done nothing but change the oil. This is a great AWD vehicle with very good mileage.

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