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Subaru Forester 2024

Subaru Forester 2024

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$33,440

The 2024 Subaru Forester range of configurations is currently priced from $35,990.

Our most recent review of the 2024 Subaru Forester resulted in a score of 7.5 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Journalist Chris Thompson had this to say at the time: Don’t let the 7.5/10 make you think the Forester is not a good car. For the person who needs a practical, off-road-capable mid-size family SUV without too many complications, it’s extremely hard to look past this thing.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Chris Thompson liked most about this particular version of the Subaru Forester: Hard to beat practicality, Easy driving experience, Ride height and capability

The 2024 Subaru Forester carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1800 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

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7.4L/100km (combined)
SUV
Automatic
Unleaded Petrol
Rating Summary
Price and features
7
Practicality
9
Driving
8
Safety
8
Overview
Likes
Hard to beat practicality
Easy driving experience
Ride height and capability
Dislikes
Uninspiring drivetrain
Price getting steep
Potential thirst for fuel

Subaru Forester 2024 Towing Capacity

The 2024 Subaru Forester has maximum towing capacity of 1800kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
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Subaru Forester 2024 Colours

Autumn Green Metallic
Brilliant Bronze Metallic
Cascade Green Silica
Crimson Red Pearl
Crystal Black Silica
Crystal White Pearl
Dark Blue Pearl
Horizon Blue Pearl
Ice Silver Metallic
Magnetite Grey Metallic

Subaru Forester 2024 Accessories

The Forester’s interior is decidedly traditional with its gearshifter, CD player and press-buttons and dials. The dashboard and doors feature heavy cutaways and ledges, making it look robust and capable.

The dashboard is headlined by two screens – an 8.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system and a smaller 4.2-inch information panel. While the instrument panel is a mix of analogue and a 6.3-inch digital panel.

A large sunroof is available on higher grades.

Subaru Forester 2024 FAQs

Issues with brakes in a 2024 Subaru Forester

Any time the brakes (or any other system of a car) start to feel different than they have done since you bought the car, there’s probably something wrong. If it was an older car, I’d suggest a brake fluid change as the first step, but that’s unlikely to be the reason in an almost-new car. The problem sounds like there’s air in the braking system (there should only be brake fluid, and no air) but, again, that’s a wild card in such a new vehicle.

In any case, you’re doing the right thing by having the car independently tested. If the results come back suggesting a problem, you have good ammunition to get the dealership to fix this as a warranty matter. Make sure you get a written report from the mechanic detailing the braking system’s performance, and don’t be afraid to go over the dealer’s head to Subaru Australia’s customer service department.

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Subaru Forester 2024 Boot Space

When both rows are in use, the Forester has 498L of capacity available. You can jump that figure up to 1740L with the rear seats folded.

It has a level loading space but the floor is not adjustable due to the full-size spare wheel. There is a retractable cargo blind, multiple luggage anchor points and a 12-volt port, too.

A powered tailgate is only available on higher grades.

Subaru Forester 2024 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 2024 Subaru Forester will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
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Subaru Forester 2024 Engine

There are two engines available for the Forester.

All petrol-variants share a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder boxer-petrol engine (136kW/239Nm).

While the two hybrid models share a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder hybrid engine (110kW/196Nm).

All Foresters are all-wheel drive with a continuously variable automatic transmission.

Subaru Forester 2024 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2024 Subaru Forester is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Subaru Forester currently offers fuel consumption from 7.4L/100km.

Subaru Forester 2024 Interior

The Forester’s interior is decidedly traditional with its gearshifter, CD player and press-buttons and dials. The dashboard and doors feature heavy cutaways and ledges, making it look robust and capable.

The dashboard is headlined by two screens – an 8.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system and a smaller 4.2-inch information panel. While the instrument panel is a mix of analogue and a 6.3-inch digital panel.

A large sunroof is available on higher grades.

Subaru Forester 2024 Seats

The Forester comes with five seats, in a 2/3 configuration. The back row has a 60/40 split-fold and can be electrically folded via buttons found in the boot.

Manual adjustments can be made on the front seats and on higher grades both front seats feature an eight-way power adjustment.

Entry-level trim is black cloth, while higher grades enjoy leather-accented trims.

In the second row, there are ISOFIX child seat mounts on the outboard seats plus three top tether anchor points but two seats will fit best.

Subaru Forester 2024 Speed

The Subaru Forester does not have an official 0-100km/h sprint time but expect it to reach that speed from standstill in around 9.0 to 11 seconds (depending on grade). Top speed is around 210km/h.

Subaru Forester 2024 Range

Petrol variants for the Forester have a 63-litre fuel tank. Based on the official combined fuel cycle of 7.4L/100km, you should be able to achieve a driving range of around 851km.

Hybrid variants for the Forester have a 48-litre fuel tank. Based on the official combined fuel cycle of 6.7L/100km, you should be able to achieve a driving range of around 716km.

Subaru recommends a minimum 91RON petrol to be used.