Overview & Reviews

Subaru's mini-SUV/tall wagon gains three new standard features: a cargo area cover, daytime running lights and an intermittent mode for the rear wiper. Other changes include a new color for the Forester S' lower body cladding (from Titanium Pearl to Graystone Metallic) and the option of leather seating for S models equipped with the Premium package and automatic transmission.

• Highest offset crash scores in its class, car-like ride and handling with rugged SUV styling.

• Not made for serious off-roading.

User Reviews:

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  Great car - 2002 Subaru Forester
  By chadGO5 - January 16 - 2:00 am

  We purchased the Subaru Forester for use as my wifes vehicle...however, it is our primary car for family excursions...so I am "allowed" to drive it sometimes....and I love it. For the life of me, I cant figure out why they decided to put the cupholder where they did on the dashboard. While drinks are in the cupholder, you cant see, or access some of the dash controls. The drink sits right in front of the air vents, so if you have a cold drink and the heat on, the drink is lukewarm in minutes and vice versa...anf finally, if your drink is full and you hit a bump, it spills all down the dashboard over all of your stereo controls.

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  Great car, if youre kidless!!! - 2002 Subaru Forester
  By bird family - December 24 - 2:00 am

  We bought the car because we wanted a small SUV and didnt like what other car makers had to offer. We got the S premium package, which had many extras!!!! We added a few things to make it sportier, like fender flares and rear spoiler. Great car, but when you put infant and carseats in the back seat, its a VERY tight squeeze, in both the front and back!!! Love the extras, like the heated side mirrors and auto dimming mirror, but what were they thinking with the cupholders? Awesome sound system and great in snow and mud, a plus in Minnesota!

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  No low-mileage drivers allowed - 2002 Subaru Forester
  By cllapham - September 5 - 2:00 am

  Although I love my Forester, I dont recommend it to anyone who doesnt regularly drive more than 20 miles a day. Its a great car when it starts, but mine is on its third battery and 8th or 9th dealer visit because of dead battery problems. The dealer says its because I dont drive enough (less than 100 miles a week). So, if youre a commuter, this is a great little car: safe, comfortable, good mileage. If you work from home... If you have a two-car family... If you live near your office... If you like to bike to work instead of always driving... This probably isnt the best car for you.

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  Love it! - 2002 Subaru Forester
  By Tillie - November 30 - 10:00 am

  The Foresters size was exactly right for me. I heard only good reports from all the Forester owners I questioned before buying. My Forester S Premium was bought as a winter driver, dog car & to transport horse equipment to the stable. With the huge open sunroof, I dont miss my summer sports car! It has been everything I hoped for, & then some! It is comfortable & safe in the winter & on trips. It is the perfect ski car, & tows my Sunfish to the lakes in the summer. The sound system is icing on the cake.

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  After nearly 2 years, still a great car - 2002 Subaru Forester
  By IronChefMorimoto - November 4 - 2:00 am

  Other than a minor fuel system issue 9 days after my purchase, this car has been a great buy. The buying experience at the dealership was superb, and my service experiences have been very pleasant, if a little overpriced in the Atlanta area. The car is relatively roomy, versatile, and powerful enough that I dont really miss my 1999 Mercury Cougar V6. The OEM tires have also worn better than my Cougars Firestones. Buying a new Forester will be a less pleasant experience because Subaru has made a lot of the standard accessories that came with mine a la carte sticker items which cost a bit more. The 2002 model, regardless, remains an excellent value.

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  Still fun to drive after a year - 2002 Subaru Forester
  By BKRider - August 28 - 2:00 am

  After a year of ownership, I can still say this a great vehicle. Things I like: 1) Handling...never feels out of control 2) 6 disc CD changer. Standard in the S-Premium and does an admirable job! 3) Overall space. For a smaller family, it fits perfect 4) My neighbors with their huge SUVs have to park outside thir garages and scrape the ice off their windows...ha! Okay...what I dont like: 1) Fuel economy. Rarely have I got over 22 MPG in mixed driving. For that mileage, I would expect a little more oomph...especially up top. 2) Cramped back seats. 4 six footers would be a squeeze. 3) Cupholders, of course.

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  pocono taxi - 2002 Subaru Forester
  By meeeary - February 9 - 2:00 am

  very reliable. only thing I do not like is that teh brakes go too low to the floor, as if they are worn out. Dealer checked and says they are OK. Vary good car in the snowstorms that are common in the pennsylvania pocono mountains. Not top heavy like most suvs so less chance of tipping over.