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Checks all the boxes
Ken in Akron, 04/30/2021
2021 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
For me, an SUV needs to have plenty of well-arranged space, a quiet and smooth ride, safety features, reliability and decent gas mileage. The 2021 Forester checks all the boxes. The Subaru Eye Sight system has to be one of the industry leaders, and has been improved even since my 2019 Subaru. I suspect some might feel that the car is under-powered, but merging onto the interstate is no problem, the fuel economy is much better than with a V6, and thi is an SUV, not a sports car
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Sport handling in a SUV
George, 04/03/2021
updated 04/10/2023
2021 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
54 of 60 people found this review helpful
So far, very pleased. Very positive handling. We have the Touring model, so it requires some skill to complete all the programming. It took a while to trust the lane centering, but it really does a great job, as does the adaptive cruise control. I was a bit concerned about the power after reading some other reviews, but I can say that the vehicle's power is more than adequate. Quality of build is absolutely superior. Can't fine one flaw anywhere in the interior or exterior of the vehicle. That's the quick review.
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My First Subaru
Ed, 07/12/2021
2021 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
After years of Hondas and Toyotas and the poor treatment from the Toyota Dealership where I had purchased 7 Toyotas it was time to find different. During the pandemic I had lots of time to do online research and narrowed my choice to the Ford Bronco Sport or the Subaru Forester. The test drive and the style made the Forester my choice. We had two Toyotas to trade, A 2015 and a 2016 as it was time to go to one vehicle. The local Subaru dealer gave us $29,000 for the Toyotas and took $4,000 off the MSRP of the 2021 Forester Touring plus the 0% financing for 36 months made a great deal. The ride is great, the boxer engine is smoother than any V-8 we have owned also no torque steer when you accelerate. Visibility is very good and this is the first vehicle we have owned that I can see the end of the hood in many years. Very easy to get in or out of and the seats are great. The auto start/stop of the engine is annoying.`
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21 Forester Premium
G, 01/28/2021
updated 11/21/2022
2021 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
34 of 39 people found this review helpful
What a difference three years makes ! The 2021 Forester’s head and shoulders better than its’ predecessor. Proximity key makes for easy access. With key on your person, put your hand in the handle, and the car unlocks ( done from the passenger side, unlocks all doors !). Rear hatch opens seamlessly, faster than the previous model, also has heavier duty struts. Once the hatch is open, there is now a second button that closes and locks all the doors. Interior is rugged, especially the tailgate area being covered with rubber. Eyesight’s better than ever, but, lane centering option is very jerky. Another nuisance is having to turn off the engine shutdown feature, otherwise at each stop and resuming driving sequence, the engine restart is noticeable, but not to the point it jerks you around. Infotainment and Starlink are also upgraded. With the My Subaru app, you can start the car remotely, also being able set temperature and other settings. Visibility, ground clearance, AWD, interior design, safety features, great hwy gas mileage, plenty of cargo space behind the second row, Subaru’s commitment to quality and customer service. On the “down-side”: Lane keeping/centering is very “jerky” AVH smooths vehicle forward starts from a stop 👍👍👍 If engaged while backing up, reacts slowly, with a sudden jerk (as with lane assists) 👎🏼👎🏼👎🏼
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Not lovin' it
We'll see, 06/25/2022
2021 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought my car brand new in July 2021. I took it on a road trip for a month early on and had no problems. It took a while to learn all the bells and whistles, but overall I enjoyed driving it and it suited my needs. AND THEN, I was driving from Richmond, VA to Raleigh, NC and it sputtered and quit. No warning lights. Fortunately I was able to get off the interstate to a safe spot, but after it was towed, I had a terrible time communicating with the dealer (not where I purchased the car). I was informed that it needed a new engine. Of course there are staff shortages, and supply delays. They have had it for almost six weeks so I don't know what I'll end up with. Subaru is paying for a rental, but I had to argue for that.