Overview & Reviews

The base engine is enhanced this year with electronic throttle control, and a new four-speed automatic transmission is available. An air filtration system is now standard on all Foresters. Also new this year is the 2.5 XS L.L. Bean Edition, which includes a myriad of interior and exterior trim enhancements, rugged cargo area trim and a self-leveling rear suspension.

• Standard all-wheel drive, two engine choices, availability of upscale features, class-leading crash test scores.

• Price can be higher than some of the competition, tight on legroom in the backseat.

User Reviews:

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  Sturdy No-Nonsence Quality Vehicle - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By MRT123 - October 1 - 10:00 am

  the Subaru Forester is a quality built and safe all-wheel drive alternative to many SUVs without this level of safety. the Forester has not Roll-over warning like most of the SUVs on the market. That little "roll-over" warning posted on the drivers side sun visor in most SUVs is a Death sentance" in an accident. You dont have to worry about that in the Foester.

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  2nd Subaru in the family - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By Joe Popsy - August 26 - 12:36 am

  This is the 2nd Forester in the family; my father has the other one. Cross shopped the CR-V. Forester feels more solid. Open and close the doors, grab the seats, touch the controls; this is a well made vehicle. Driving around in the vehicle, you really feel connected to the road; it handles corners nicely and feels confident. The 2.5l engine (non turbo) is perfectly fine for every day driving; no it wont pin you to the back of the seat but then again I didnt buy a vehicle like this for that reason either. You want acceptable performance, reliability, good resale, solid build, and nice mileage? Buy a Subaru Forester. Oh, the moonroof if you can afford it is phenomenal.

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  Fun and function in one! - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By Bob Kelly - July 28 - 1:26 am

  The XTs performance is exceptional, not only the engine response, but the overall handling also. It replaced a M-B E-Class and had big shoes to fill. It hasnt disappointed. Hauling capacity is adequate and it is usually our car-of-choice. No problems in over 15,000 miles.

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  Second Choice But O.K. - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By Major T - July 20 - 2:30 am

  Started out to buy a CRV but they were sold out. The Forester was on sale with a couple thousand off the MSRP and it certainly had a good reputation. It replaced a 1991 Sidekick. The Forester is more comfortable and handles better than the Suzuki. With one month of winter driving I am not sold on the AWD system on the Forester, seems pretty easy to get this car going sideways on slippery roads. The Forester is an O.K. vehicle but I find it hard to really be enthusiastic about it.

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  05 Forrester - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By garyd3 - May 20 - 10:00 am

  Have the car for a few weeks now and enjoy driving it. Had a 94 Legacy before, and like the workmanship that goes into the Subaru line. Car is peppy, drives like it should... not a comfy as a sedan, but not as choppy as a SUV. Consumer rating was 8.7 when I wrote this, but rating should be higher if you add up the ratings. Mistake here I think. Make sure if the offer you an extended warranty/service plan that you negociate HEAVILY or dont get it at all. Watch out for the "scare technique". Overall I am very happy with the purchase. These cars can get expensive but if this is close to the 94 Legacy I have, well worth the investment.

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  Absolutely Awesome SUV! - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By TomnThurmont - April 18 - 4:26 am

  This is easiest the best vehicle Ive ever owned! Its comfortable (even for a big guy - 63", 230 lbs.), gets incredible gas mileage (I average over 27 mpg), and is really fun to drive. You get the good of a SUV (visibility, ease of entry/exit, etc.) as well as superior performance/gas mileage. What a fantastic vehicle!

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  Subaru Forester - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By B .R. Broock - March 25 - 12:30 am

  Wanted a small-ish SUV. Checked out the deluxe Forester with auto & TURBO: What a surprise - this item SCOOTS! Handling is more like a small sportscar. Ample room up front. Couple of added pin- stripes lifted a bland exterior. Execel. mileage, fit and finish. Pricey for size ($28,000+-), but worth the bucks just for the FUN of it. Check it out! Bo

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  I love this car - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By PW - March 7 - 6:53 am

  After hearing some of my friends rave about their Subarus, I had been looking at buying the Forester for 2 years. I finally decided to buy in April and this is the best car Ive ever owned --- its a pleasure to drive, has plenty of cargo space, and great gas mileage.

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  After 1500 miles - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By Hamilton Coolidge - February 2 - 8:36 am

  Very satisfied overall. Comfortable, Excellent All wheel drive control in snow and slippery conditions. Very responsive steering, braking and acceleration. Many interior storage opportunities, no waste space. Full size spare tire. Interior lighting excellent. Tail gate easy to operate. Good storage space.

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  Finding Forester - 2005 Subaru Forester
  By ksub - January 3 - 9:10 am

  In looking for a smaller SUV for my wife, the search really came down to a CR-V or Forester. The key decision points were full-time AWD, top safety scores, and price. Little things like heated seats, 6-disc CD, and auto climate were nice too. Also, and more subjective, this vehicle handles much more carlike - very nimble with good visibility. This vehicle also creates confidence with its great traction - on road or off. I really think this is a well-engineered and well-built vehicle.