The 2021 Subaru Forester is the kind of SUV that comes through in any situation. It's designed to carry all your bags, keep you safe, and give you traction and stability in any conditions. Is it the right SUV for you, though?
Paul Miller Subaru finds out. We put this 2021 Subaru Forester review together to help drivers in Parsippany, Wayne, and Morristown, NJ, learn more about what it has to offer.
2021 Subaru Forester Specs & Compatibility
The 2021 Subaru Forester is prepared to tackle all sorts of driving conditions. It comes with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, so you'll be in for a safe and stable drive whether you're dealing with wet roads or snowy trails. Also included with the Forester is Subaru Intelligent Drive, a feature that allows the motor to perform in different driving modes.
It's also great for road trips, running errands, and your commute. With an EPA-estimated 26 MPG city and 33 MPG highway, you'll be able to travel far before you need to stop for gas. In fact, with its smart Lineartronicâ„¢ CVT transmission, the Forester propels to deliver over 540 miles of driving range. This is partially due to the 16.6-gallon fuel tank capacity-perfect for any sort of trip you may be taking.
To give you that kind of fuel economy, the Forester runs on a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that gets up to 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. With that kind of performance, you'll be able to hitch some extra cargo to your SUV, too. The Forester can tow up to 1,500 pounds.
Take hold of the X-MODE® for added traction during your adventures. This ranges from unstable conditions to slick surfaces. There are 8.7 inches of ground clearance as well, meaning any surface beneath your tires seem like a seamless task, as if you were driving on a paved road. Where will you go?
Subaru Forester Interior Dimensions & Amenities
The Subaru Forester features plenty of space to stretch out, plus room for all your bags. It features seating for five with 111.9 cubic feet of passenger room. On top of offering enough space to get comfortable, its extra wide tailgate helps you pack everything from a few bags to lots of luggage. If you need to load more, you can always use the 60/40 split folding rear seats to give yourself more than twice as much cargo room, too.
| Â | Front | Rear |
| Cargo Room Behind Row | 76.1 cu. ft. | 31.1 cu. ft. |
| Headroom | 41.2 inches | 39.6 inches |
| Legroom | 43.3 inches | 39.4 inches |
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In addition to offering an open design, the Forester features amenities that'll make your ride more enjoyable. For example, you'll find lots of ways to relax with power-adjustable front seats, heated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Cloth seats come standard, but the Forester is also available with sport cloth or leather upholstery. During your drive, you'll be in control of a classic leather-wrapped steering wheel. Up above rests the available power panoramic moonroof, a sweet addition for your passengers in the backseat. With so much wonder around us, there's always a sight to behold-and it begins with the touch of one button.
To the right of that, you'll find lots of cutting-edge technology on the SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia Plus touchscreen. A 6.5-inch screen comes standard, but an 8-inch one is also available. Both options let you stream music and make hands-free calls with Bluetooth®, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™.
You have the option of upgrading to the premium Harman Kardon® audio system. This setup includes nine speakers and a 576-watt amplifier; in other words, your music will bump, thump, and groove like you've yet to experience inside of a vehicle. All the while, the available Wi-Fi hotspot capability allows for passengers to surf the web while moving along to the beat of the Subaru's rhythm.Â
2021 Subaru Forester Safety Features
Once you've loaded up and hit the road, the 2021 Subaru Forester gives you peace of mind with lots of smart safety features. For example, the dashboard monitor doubles as a driver assistance feature. Whenever you're backing up, it uses the Rear-Vision Camera to give you a closer look at what's behind you.
To give you more awareness of what's around you while you're on the road, the Forster also comes with EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology. This bundle of safety features helps prevent accidents with technology that includes:
- Pre-Collision Braking System
- Pre-Collision Throttle Management
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane Departure and Sway Warning
While EyeSight® watches the road around you, the available DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System focuses on how you're driving. It analyzes your driving patterns and reminds you to keep your eyes on the road if it seems like you're tired or not paying attention.
You'll find the Reverse Automatic Braking available on two of the Forester's trims, the Sport and Limited. With this feature activated, the SUV will automatically apply the brakes if an obstacle is detected in order to avoid a potential collision.
Similarly, another worthwhile addition to the Forester's advanced safety capabilities is the Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. As the name suggests, this feature keeps an attentive eye on the vehicles around you while on the highway or roadway by keeping you in the know with a visual indicator that a vehicle is in your blind spot.
Test Drive the Subaru Forester
From its capable drivetrain and safety features to its comfortable and high-tech cabin, the Subaru Forester is a great choice for drivers and families in Parsippany, Wayne, and Morristown, NJ. Contact Paul Miller Subaru to learn more about our 2021 Subaru Forester review or take a test drive.
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