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Great Little Stationwagon
Ernie, 12/05/2010
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
After much research and checking out competitors vehicles, my wife and I settled on the Forester. We liked the styling and comfort. Living in the California foothills and mountains we wanted all wheel drive or 4 wheel drive. Being a 4 cylinder, I thought it was a little underpowered, but after three months of ownership, we are both convinced, this car needs a 6 speed automatic to perform and keep up with traffic, especially in the hills. Being promoted as an outdoor vehicle for use in the hills, it seems funny most cars have a 6 speed automatic and Subaru has a 4 speed that was common in the 70's. Keeping the engine rpm in the higher ranges would make this car stellar. A good car.
Not What I Expected from Subaru
RAUL C POU, 05/07/2021
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Had my Forester for 10 years. Very good handling and overall, a solid car. I was very disappointed with the excessive oil consumption since day 1 and oil leaks everywhere. During the warranty period, the dealer fixed the leaks only to reappear again and again. Subarus have been plagued, for decades, with oil leak issues and yet, the haven’t figured out how to keep an engine free of leaks. I will never own another Subaru.
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Good car for slippery road but rattles
pvp5, 06/09/2011
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have been driving this car since November 2010, and I have mixed feelings about this car. On the good side, it has handled very well from last winter (heavy snow, ice and rain) with winter tires and AWD drive. Also, I have total 360 degree view for turning and backing up without needing a rear view camera. I also love the tight turning capability (useful for U-turn and tight parking spaces). The bad side is Subaru's failure of attention of details, particularly the moon roof, and driver seat. The moon roof rattles --particularly the build-in wind visor--when it is closed. This has annoyed me very much. Also, the driver seat is hard and so very uncomfortable for long drive.
Subaru Forester 2011 Lemon
yukon13, 08/29/2013
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
14 of 17 people found this review helpful
I suggest never buying a Subaru. I purchased my first one strictly due to their perceived reputation. The 2011 Forester is poorly built. Body trim pieces have fallen off. Their is piston ring slap and it burns oil like there's no tomorrow. Service at Northtown Auto in Amherst NY actually said that this was normal and that Boxer engines are known for burning oil. After recommended oil changes at 3500 and 7500 miles, I was on my way to my 15000 mile change and the engined developed a low-end knock at 13000. Turns out, nearly all the oil was gone and there's not a single leak. Poor quality engine and manufacturing.
a definite value pick for a compact SUV
jamesosan, 06/26/2011
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is blast! A nostalgic cruiser for the senses. The panaramic roof set back brings all the smells of a coastal day trip to the senses. The turbo 4-boxer compliments the incredible handling. The overstated concerns for a 4 speed tranny is an effort in futility. If we were questioning the lastest porsche with this tranny in play than there is a viable arguement. But this is a compact SUV for the small family or weekend enthusiast. If a gearhead is looking for the ultimate in performance than its an overstated perception that compact SUV's are not race cars. This car is a blast. When I pop the roof open it draws my three year olds attention away from the tv and towards the sky!