Used 2008 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 XT Specs & Features

Starting MSRP

$27,995

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	20 MPG
Drive Type	all wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	28.9 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,360 lbs.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Japan

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$243/mo
Fuel type	Premium unleaded (required)
EPA city/highway MPG	18/23 MPG

EPA combined MPG	20 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	286.2/365.7 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	15.9 gal.
CO2 Emissions	7.3 tons

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Engine

Base engine size	2.5 L
Cylinders	Flat 4
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	224 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque	226 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Valve timing	Variable

Towing & Hauling

Max Towing Capacity	2,400 lbs.

Drivetrain

Transmission	4-speed automatic
Drive type	All wheel drive
Mechanical center differential	Standard

Center and rear limited slip differential	Standard

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Multi-link rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	176.6 in.
Overall width without mirrors	68.3 in.
Height	65.0 in.

Wheelbase	99.4 in.
Front track	58.9 in.
Rear track	58.5 in.
EPA interior volume	120.4 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	28.9 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity	64.5 cu.ft.
Turning circle	35.4 ft.
Ground clearance	7.9 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.37 Cd.
Curb weight	3,360 lbs.
Maximum towing capacity	2,400 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Japan

Colors

Exterior Colors	Dark Gray Metallic Steel Silver Metallic Garnet Red Pearl Aspen White WR Blue Mica
Interior Colors	Anthracite Black, leather

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	39.1 in.
Front leg room	43.6 in.
Front shoulder room	53.5 in.

Front hip room	51.6 in.
Cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
6-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37.0 in.
Rear leg room	33.7 in.
Rear shoulder room	53.6 in.

Rear hip room	51.6 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Folding with storage center armrest	Standard

Safety

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	Standard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Stability control	Standard

Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Auto delay off headlamps	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height adjustable headrests	Standard
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Standard
3 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
155 watts stereo output	Standard
7 total speakers	Standard

1 subwoofer(s)	Standard
Auxiliary audio input	Standard
Element antenna	Standard

Power Feature

1 one-touch power windows	Standard
1st row power glass moonroof	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard

Power mirrors	Standard
Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt-adjustable steering wheel	Standard
Speed-proportional power steering	Standard
12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Standard

Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Single zone front climate control	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual vanity mirrors	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Cargo area light	Standard
Simulated alloy trim on dash	Standard
Simulated alloy trim on center console	Standard
Leather trim on shift knob	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

External temperature display	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard

Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
17 x 7.0 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

P215/55R17 93H tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	5 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.

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Used 2008 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 XT - Specs & Features