Subaru has revealed the first official photo of the
new 4th generation Forester ahead of its official unveiling at Los Angeles
Motor Show scheduled this month. The new Forester combines a bolder
profile than before while offering a roomier interior with virtually the same
footprint as the previous model. The all-new Forester preserves the
optimal blend of SUV capability and car-like ride and handling that have made
the Forester unique in its class.
There are two sets of engine line-up for now for the domestic
Japanese and North American market. The Japanese market engine gets the new
2.0-liter direct-injection turbocharged BOXER engine producing 250hp@5,800rpm
and 350Nm from 2,000-4,800rpm paired to Lineartronic CVT. The other engine
available for Japan is the 2.0L BOXER naturally-aspirated punching out 148hp@6,200rpm.
This engine can be paired with either 6 speed manual or CVT. North American
customer gets another option of a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter BOXER engine
debuted in the outgoing Forester model, punching out 170hp@5,800rpm and
236Nm@4,100rpm again available with either 6 speed manual or CVT. While the
naturally-aspirated 2.0L is not available for North American market, the
turbocharged 2.0L does. Fuel economy will be higher across the line with the
debut of a new six-speed manual transmission and available Lineartronic®
continuously variable transmissions (CVT).
The 2014 Forester will offer an exceptionally roomy interior,
featuring increased rear seat legroom and an enlarged cargo area. In-demand
infotainment features will be offered, including smartphone integration,
navigation, rear view camera and Harman/Kardon® premium audio amplifier and
speakers.
The two versions are differentiated by different front bumper
treatment. The front bumper of the turbocharged version sports
more aggressive design with enlarged intake and additional side
vertical intake. The non-turbo version gets more natural version of the bumper,
aligned with the design of the new Impreza and XV.
Subaru Forester measures 4,595mm long, 1,796mm wide and
1,737mm tall (with rails) and rides on 2,640mm wheelbase. Symmetrical
All-Wheel Drive is standard for all models. The 2.5L version rides on 17 x
7" aluminum alloy with 225/60 R17 while the 2.0L turbo rides on 18 x
7" aluminum alloy with 225/55 R18.
More details are to come nearer to the Los Angeles Motor
Show.
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