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The 2012 Subaru Forester range of configurations is currently priced from $3,000.
Our most recent review of the 2012 Subaru Forester resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.
You can read the full review here.
This is what Graham Smith liked most about this particular version of the Subaru Forester: ISOFIX mounting points, Turbocharged 2.5-litre engine, 5 star ANCAP score
The 2012 Subaru Forester carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1600 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Subaru Forester 2012 prices range from $6,820 for the basic trim level SUV X Limited Edition to $15,290 for the top of the range SUV XT Premium.
Subaru's EE20 diel engine is an interesting one as it was claimed to be the world's first turbo-diesel engine with Subaru's trademark boxer layout (where the cylinders run in pairs, opposed to each other (like an air-cooled Volkswagen).
The brand has switched from timing belts to timing chains and back at various points in its engineering history, but the EE20 in your car is from the point in history where timing chains were in vogue at Subaru. As such, the timing chain should last the life of the engine and not require periodic replacement as a timing belt does.
Unless you’re spending the winter months in alpine areas use 5W-30.
It depends on the condition and kays of the Volvo. I would expect a 2012/2013 XC60 to have done on average 60,000 to 80,000 km. At that mileage it should still have plenty of life left in it, but it is closer to the end of the road than a new Forester would be. If you chose with your heart you’d take the Volvo, but your head would tell you to buy the Subaru.
Subaru Forester Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption |
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S-Edition
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 2.5L PULP 5 SP AUTO |
Fuel Consumption:
10.5L/100km
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X
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 2.5L ULP 5 SP MAN |
Fuel Consumption:
9.3L/100km
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2.0D
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 2.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN |
Fuel Consumption:
6.4L/100km
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