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2008 Subaru Forester Wagon

2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)

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Performance Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
drive type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
base engine size	2.5 L	2.5 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	173 hp @ 6000 rpm	173 hp @ 6000 rpm

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Performance Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
drive type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
base engine size	2.5 L	2.5 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	173 hp @ 6000 rpm	173 hp @ 6000 rpm

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Performance Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
drive type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
base engine size	2.5 L	2.5 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	173 hp @ 6000 rpm	173 hp @ 6000 rpm

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Safety Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
side-mounted airbags	true	true
antilock brakes	true	true

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Safety Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
side-mounted airbags	true	true
antilock brakes	true	true

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Safety highlights

Safety Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
side-mounted airbags	true	true
antilock brakes	true	true

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Comfort & Convenience highlights

Comfort & Convenience Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
sunroof	false	false
heated seats	false	false
auto climate control	false	false
power driver seat	false	false

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Comfort & Convenience highlights

Comfort & Convenience Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
sunroof	false	false
heated seats	false	false
auto climate control	false	false
power driver seat	false	false

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Comfort & Convenience highlights

Comfort & Convenience Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
sunroof	false	false
heated seats	false	false
auto climate control	false	false
power driver seat	false	false

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Performance highlights

Performance Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
drive type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
base engine size	2.5 L	2.5 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	173 hp @ 6000 rpm	173 hp @ 6000 rpm

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Performance highlights

Performance Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
drive type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
base engine size	2.5 L	2.5 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	173 hp @ 6000 rpm	173 hp @ 6000 rpm

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Performance highlights

Performance Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
drive type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
base engine size	2.5 L	2.5 L
base engine type	gas	gas
horsepower	173 hp @ 6000 rpm	173 hp @ 6000 rpm

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Technology highlights

Technology Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)

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Technology highlights

Technology Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)

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Technology Highlights	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)

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OVERVIEW	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M) See Forester Inventory See Inventory	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A) See Forester Inventory See Inventory	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A) See Forester Inventory See Inventory
Combined MPG	22	22	22
Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Base Engine Type	gas	gas	gas
Total Seating	5	5	5
Cylinders	flat 4	flat 4	flat 4
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	all wheel drive	all wheel drive

COLORS

COLORS	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Exterior Colors
Interior Colors

SAFETY

Safety	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
2 front headrests	true	true	true
3 rear headrests	true	true	true
auto delay off headlights	true	true	true
child seat anchors	true	true	true
daytime running lights	true	true	true
dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	true	true	true
electronic brakeforce distribution	true	true	true
front fog/driving lights	true	true	true
front seatbelt pretensioners	true	true	true
remote anti-theft alarm system	true	true	true
4-wheel ABS	true	true	true
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	true	true	true
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	true	true	true
Rear center 3-point belt	true	true	true
Rear door child safety locks	true	true	true
Rear height adjustable headrests	true	true	true
Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes	true	true	false
Turn signal mirrors	false	false	true
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	false	false	true

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE

Comfort & Convenience	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
cruise control	true	true	true
front and rear cupholders	true	true	true
front door pockets	true	true	true
front seatback storage	true	true	true
overhead console with storage	true	true	true
speed-proportional power steering	true	true	true
tilt-adjustable steering wheel	true	true	true
12V cargo area power outlet(s)	true	true	true
cargo area light	true	true	true
front reading lights	true	true	true
interior air filtration	true	true	true
simulated alloy trim on center console	true	true	true
simulated alloy trim on dash	true	true	true
Air conditioning	true	true	false
Dual vanity mirrors	true	true	true
Rear floor mats	true	true	false
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)	false	false	true
electrochromatic inside rearview mirror	false	false	true
leather and wood steering wheel	false	false	true
leather and wood trim on shift knob	false	false	true
turn signal in mirrors	false	false	true
Climate control	false	false	true
Rear and cargo floor mats	false	false	true

FUEL & MPG

Fuel & MPG	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Combined MPG	22	22	22
EPA mileage est. (city/hwy)	20/27 mpg	20/26 mpg	20/26 mpg
Fuel tank capacity	15.9 gal.	15.9 gal.	15.9 gal.
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
range in miles (city/hwy)	318.0/429.3 mi.	318.0/413.4 mi.	318.0/413.4 mi.

ENGINE

Engine	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Base engine size	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L
Base engine type	gas	gas	gas
Cam type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Single overhead cam (SOHC)
Cylinders	flat 4	flat 4	flat 4
Horsepower	173 hp @ 6000 rpm	173 hp @ 6000 rpm	173 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	166 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm	166 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm	166 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm
Valve timing	Variable	Variable	Variable
Valves	16	16	16

MEASUREMENTS

Measurements	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	30.7 cu.ft.	30.7 cu.ft.	28.9 cu.ft.
Curb weight	3140 lbs.	3185 lbs.	3205 lbs.
Drag Coefficient	0.36 Cd.	0.36 Cd.	0.36 Cd.
EPA interior volume	126.1 cu.ft.	126.1 cu.ft.	120.4 cu.ft.
Front track	58.9 in.	58.9 in.	58.9 in.
Ground clearance	8.1 in.	8.1 in.	8.1 in.
Height	65.0 in.	65.0 in.	65.0 in.
Length	176.6 in.	176.6 in.	176.6 in.
Maximum cargo capacity	68.6 cu.ft.	68.6 cu.ft.	64.5 cu.ft.
Maximum towing capacity	2400 lbs.	2400 lbs.	2400 lbs.
Rear track	58.5 in.	58.5 in.	58.5 in.
wheelbase	99.4 in.	99.4 in.	99.4 in.
Width	68.3 in.	68.3 in.	68.3 in.
Turning circle	34.8 ft.	34.8 ft.	34.8 ft.

FRONT SEATS

Front Seats	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	true	true	true
6-way manual driver seat adjustments	true	true	false
bucket front seats	true	true	true
cloth	true	true	false
height-adjustable driver seat	true	true	true
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	true	true	true
front headroom	39.8 in.	39.8 in.	39.1 in.
front hiproom	51.6 in.	51.6 in.	51.6 in.
front legroom	43.6 in.	43.6 in.	43.6 in.
Front shoulder room	53.5 in.	53.5 in.	53.5 in.
8-way power driver seat	false	false	true
leather/sueded microfiber	false	false	true
multi-level heating driver seat	false	false	true
multi-level heating passenger seat	false	false	true

REAR SEATS

Rear Seats	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
folding with storage center armrest	true	true	true
rear headroom	39.8 in.	39.8 in.	37.0 in.
rear hiproom	51.6 in.	51.6 in.	51.6 in.
rear legroom	33.7 in.	33.7 in.	33.7 in.
Rear shoulder room	53.6 in.	53.6 in.	53.6 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	true	true	true

DRIVE TRAIN

Drive Train	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
transmission hill holder	true	false	false
viscous center differential	true	false	false
Center limited slip differential	true	true	false
Drive type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Transmission	5-speed manual	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
mechanical center differential	false	true	true
Center and rear limited slip differential	false	false	true

POWER FEATURES

Power Features	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
1 one-touch power window	true	true	true
remote keyless power door locks	true	true	true
Heated mirrors	true	true	true
Power mirrors	true	true	true

INSTRUMENTATION

Instrumentation	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
clock	true	true	true
external temperature display	true	true	true
low fuel level warning	true	true	true
tachometer	true	true	true
compass	false	false	true

SUSPENSION

Suspension	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
MacPherson strut front suspension	true	true	true
four-wheel independent suspension	true	true	true
multi-link rear suspension	true	true	true
Front and rear stabilizer bar	true	true	true

IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT

In-Car Entertainment	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
100 watts stereo output	true	true	false
4 total speakers	true	true	false
element antenna	true	true	true
AM/FM stereo	true	true	true
1 subwoofer(s)	false	false	true
120 watts stereo output	false	false	true
7 total speakers	false	false	true
auxiliary audio input	false	false	true

WARRANTY

Warranty	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
Basic	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
powertrain	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Roadside	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.

TIRES AND WHEELS

Tires and Wheels	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)	2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)	2.5 X L.L.Bean Edition 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
full wheel covers	true	true	false
inside mounted spare tire	true	true	true
steel wheels	true	true	false
temporary spare tire	true	true	true
16 x 6.5-in. wheels	true	true	true
all-season tires	true	true	true
P215/60R16 94H tires	true	true	true
Steel spare wheel	true	true	true
painted alloy wheels	false	false	true

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