Subaru debuted the Forester in 1998 as a small SUV with great styling and drivability with its all wheel drive. The Forester was a hit right off the bat and continues to this day as a reliable and great performing compact SUV.

The Subaru Forester has received great reviews over the years due to several features. The base 4 cylinder 2.5 liter engine has plenty of power at 165-hp. The luxury model has a optional 210-hp turbo charged version. Acceleration is good and gas mileage is impressive as well for a vehicle with this much power. Handling has always been very good with a smooth ride and the all wheel drive is very capable for light off road applications.

The cabin is very comfortable and classy. Seats are extremely comfortable and there is plenty of room for cargo. Base models of the Forester have full power with cruise control and air conditioning. Higher end models also have the option of alloy wheels, sunroof, leather upholstery, power seats, climate control and a high quality stereo system.

Subaru has always been known for its great all wheel drive system. It is very smooth and seamless and very few buyers ever have problems with a Subaru all wheel drive system. This is the same system that is used in all other models. The handling on the Forester has always been superior to the average SUV and it is very capable of handling bad weather conditions.

The Forester is a fantastic choice for the consumer who is looking for the styling of an SUV with the handling of a compact vehicle. Because it has been manufactured now for a number of years, Subaru Forester parts are also easily located and reasonably priced with vehicle maintenance being minimal. The Forester looks like it will continue to lead the way for the compact SUV market and will continue to be a great value for the car buyer for many years to come.