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Engine Vibration
hharry, 04/26/2011
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
Bougth my new 2011 Forester a week ago and have put about 250 miles on it. My main complain so far is the engine vibration at idle. Vibration can be felt through the driver seat when the engine is cold and then it reduces. Engine also makes noise when it is first started and then it goes away after few seconds but you can still hear a clicking noise coming from the engine like the valves are not tuned. Overall I am not very impressed with the car but willing to give it more time.
First Subie and Immediately Happy With It
golfnpackers, 10/29/2011
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I've ridden in the Ford Escape - no. Test drove the Nissan Rogue - awful interior. Test drove the Honda CRV - pretty nice. Test drove a Subaru Forester - bingo! As soon as we got in, we were immediately impressed with the solid feel of this vehicle. Roominess was amazing, especially for my 6'1" husband is a big guy and has huge shoulders. He is completely happy with the spaciousness, leg room (which is 2" more than the CRV), and head room. It drives smoothly, corners well and has tight steering and turning radius. Had a Honda Civic, so kind of used to a quality drive, and the Forester doesn't disappoint. Also liked the Honda Civic, but we were attracted to the AWD in the Forester.
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My Wife's New Wheels
cachry, 01/07/2011
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I just finished researching small SUVs for my wife, and we settled on the Forester after looking at Honda CR-V. I believe we made the right choice, because the build quality seems to be about the same and reliability and resale value are also similar; but, the Forester provides a more comfortable ride and seating. To put it bluntly, the CR-V has austere seats, especially in the mid- and lower-range models. I would add that the Forester has amenities the CR-V does not, unless you buy the high-end model CR-V. It is true that the Forester is not as "pretty" as the CR-V, but my wife and I favor function over form so that dropped out immediately as a consideration. Best of all: She loves it!
Don't be a fool, like I was
vladikt, 11/28/2012
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
It took me about 30 days to realize how uncomfortable my Forester is. I guess I was still hyped up to have a brand new car. First of all, it is not a cheap car by any means. Limited Edition is about 26k. I love the exterior and interior looks, the reliability is great as well, BUT the car is automatic transmission is EXTREMELY jerky and the suspension leaves A LOT to be desired. It literary feels as if you are riding a carriage from 18th century. It is really sad that such a beautiful car inside and out has such poor driving characteristics. The most unfortunate thing is that Subaru RUINED Forester 2014, it looks hideous, just as ugly as Impreza. HIDEOUS, how could then destroy such beautifu
I expected more! Buyers Beware
anti-subaru, 02/28/2017
2011 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have always wanted a Subaru Forester and finally bought one 4 years ago, and can't wait to get rid of it. This car was expensive to purchase and expensive to maintain. There was a no return policy. This car is horrible on gas...22 mls/gal on a good day. It burns oil...I put 1-2 quarts of oil in it between oil changes (which are done every 3000-5000 miles). Imagine my surprise when my husband checked the oil to find NONE! I had just had the oil changed less then 1000 miles prior. There was no oil spots under where I park, nor is there any smoke from the exhaust. The windshield cracked from under the seal by the hood within the first month I had it. And whats with the constant recalls, it seems like brake lines are bad on every Subaru ever made. Never again!!
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