2009 Subaru Forester

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MSRP Price Range: $19,995 - $29,995
Invoice Price Range: $18,938 - $28,059
Fuel Economy: 19 Cty / 26 Hwy

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J.D Power Ratings2009 Subaru Forester 4dr Man X
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Specifications 2009 Subaru Forester 4dr Man X Brakes
Brake Type: Power
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or No): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or No): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.7 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.3 x - TBD -


Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): 61.8
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): 37.5
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): 53.25
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): 42.2
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): 33.9
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 68.3
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 33.5


Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 7.3


Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 356
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 90


Engine
Engine Type: Gas Flat 4-Cyl
Displacement: 2.5L/150
Fuel System: SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 170 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 170 @ 4400


Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 103
Length, Overall (in): 179.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 70.1
Height, Overall (in): 65.9
Track Width, Front (in): 60.2
Track Width, Rear (in): 60.2
Min Ground Clearance (in): 8.7
Rear Door Opening Height (in): 32.8
Rear Door Opening Width (in): 38.4
Liftover Height (in): 27.4


Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 15.9


Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 107.6
Front Head Room (in): 41.6
Front Leg Room (in): 43.1
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.1
Front Hip Room (in): 52.9
Second Head Room (in): 40.4
Second Leg Room (in): 38.0
Second Shoulder Room (in): 55.6
Second Hip Room (in): 52.7


Mileage
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 27


Steering
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: Variable
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.0
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 34.4
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): 37.4


Summary
Vehicle Name: Forester
Body Style: 4 Door


Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson-type
Suspension Type - Rear: Double wishbone
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): 32
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): 32
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 0.83
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 0.67


Tires
Front Tire Size: P215/65HR16
Rear Tire Size: P215/65HR16
Spare Tire Size: Compact


Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2400
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 2400
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 200


Transmission
Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive
Trans Type: 5
Trans Description Cont.: Manual w/OD
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.45
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.06
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.45
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.09
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.78
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.33
Clutch Size (in): 8.86
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 4.11


Vehicle
EPA Classification: 4WD Sport Utility
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 6


Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3250


Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in): 16 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 16 x 6.5
Front Wheel Material: Steel
Rear Wheel Material: Steel
Spare Wheel Material: Steel


Interior Features 2009 Subaru Forester 4dr Man X Front bucket seats w/active head restraints, driver seat height adjuster 60/40 split fold down rear bench seat w/head restraints on all seating positions, armrest Aurora black or aurora platinum cloth seat trim Multi-functional center console box-inc: adjustable armrest, auxiliary pwr outlet, dual cup holders Carpeted floor mats Tilt steering column Instrumentation-inc: ambient temp gauge Average fuel economy gauge Pwr windows-inc: driver-side auto-down Pwr door locks Remote keyless entry Cruise control Security system Engine immobilizer Air conditioning Air filtration system Rear defogger Overhead console Visors w/dual covered vanity mirrors Dome light w/off-delay feature Interior accent lighting Front passenger seatback pocket (2) bottle holders in doors Cargo area inc: grocery bag hooks and tie-downs, auxiliary pwr outlet
Exterior Features 2009 Subaru Forester 4dr Man X 16" steel wheels w/full wheel covers P215/65HR16 all-season tires Headlights auto-off w/ignition switch Silver metallic finish trim panels Pwr mirrors Variable intermittent windshield wipers Rear window wiper w/washer
Mechanical Features 2009 Subaru Forester 4dr Man X 2.5L SOHC SMPI 16-valve 4-cyl boxer engine I-Active valve lift system Electronic throttle control (ETC) 5-speed manual transmission Symmetrical all-wheel drive Double wishbone suspension Pwr assisted steering 4-wheel disc brakes
Safety Features 2009 Subaru Forester 4dr Man X 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) Brake assist Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) Vehicle Dynamics Control Daytime running lights Advanced frontal air bags (SRS) Side curtain air bags w/roll over sensor Driver & front passenger side-impact air bags (SRS) Passenger Airbag Cutoff Switch/Sensor 3-point height-adjustable front seatbelts 3-point rear seatbelts for all three seating positions LATCH rear child safety seat anchors Rear child safety door locks Safety brake pedal system
Safety Ratings 2009 Subaru Forester 4dr Man X
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Driver Side Impact
Passenger Front Impact
Passenger Side Impact
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