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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Just what I wanted - 2005 Subaru Forester
By car37 - February 10 - 11:50 pmI am very pleased with my Forester XT. It is fun to drive, just the right size, nicely designed though not flashy. The right price/value for the overall package. I will upgrade tires, battery and brakes when the time comes to replace for better performance and on battery for stronger starts in cold weather. I have gained a number of paint chips on the front (in 5.5 months which Im not happy about and need to get fixed. I wonder if I should install a "clear bra" or some other type of paint protection. I also wish Id purchased the cargo nets for the back to hold basics like extra washer fluid. Id buy another one for sure!
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Fun to drive do everthing vehicle - 2005 Subaru Forester
By peter james - February 7 - 10:00 amI couldnt be more pleased with my Forester XT. Two features stand out for me. One, the cars performance exceeds my expectations every time I drive it. The acceleration is outstanding and it holds the road better than many sport sedans. The second feature is the build quality. This is a very solid car. Ive taken it off road twice now. The forester is very solid with no extraneous shaking and the all wheel drive tracks very well in loose dirt. Im actually looking forward to winter. The car also has nice features like the "no role back" breaking for hill starts. It isnt a beautiful car unless your into form following function.
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Wolf in sheeps clothing - 2005 Subaru Forester
By DonE37 - January 11 - 11:40 pmI bought my Forester new and now with 44,000 plus miles on odometer it has not stumbled once nor had any mechanical problems. My purchase was based mainly on its practicality, power,and sleeper demeanor. It seats 4 comfortably. Can hold loads of cargo, and is fast as a whip. Its 4 wheel drive capability helps put all those turbo ponys to the ground and you giggle with a menacing glee as you rocket forward out of stoplights. Nobody knows that this car screams and that is pure joy. Doesnt look much different than the lesser non turbo foresters, except for hoodscoop and XT badging. I loved pulling away from my brother in his beloved Hemi Dodge Magnum. Priceless, he never saw it coming!
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Great Car - 2005 Subaru Forester
By ForesterAccord - December 25 - 10:00 amOnly have 3000 miles on it but it is perfect! Over 30 mpg in city; great shift. Very comfortable. Dealer was great.
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Awesome Ride - 2005 Subaru Forester
By Chris Sososoni - November 28 - 7:00 amIm loving my new 2005 Forester X, Subarujust purchased a week ago. As a college student I drive to and from Troy, New York with a diversion to Burlington, Vermont several times a month. My vehicle has to have the reliability, fuel economy and durability to accomplish what I need. That is why I chose the Subaru Forester to accomplish that goal. This vehicle has a tremendous reputation and a terrific resale value that goes beyond American made cars. I was convinced as I began looking around at the price of the Subaru. The used cars were right up there in value. The more I looked at the Subaruthe more I desired it. Now, Im driving one and Im sure glad I am. Test drive one today
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First three days. Ill do a follow-up - 2005 Subaru Forester
By Ned Sheats - November 13 - 10:00 amAfter driving several co by Hyundai, Kia, Saturn,and Ford and finding something missing in each I drove and then purchased the Forester. Standard full time AWD not an add on option was the first selling point. A 6way power seat for my messed up back was the second. Wasnt available last year. The points that made the sale were the handling and power available due to the low center of gravity and Turbo Four. Every other SUV I drove handled like a tub of lard on a hot stove. The Subee sticks and is truly a SPORTS utility vehicle. First distance drive on a 97 degree day with AC on and facing a 15 mph headwind returned 23 mpg at 70 mph. Im impressed
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Puts the Sport in Utility - 2005 Subaru Forester
By Fred Bednar - November 13 - 10:00 amIve owned sports cars, TR-4, TR-6, Mustangs, and SUVs: Jeep Cherokee Laredo, and Ford Explorer Eddie Bower. The Forester XT turbo is the "real thing" for fun and performance, on road or off. Its great on gas, terrific handling, and solid build quality. I traded my 1999 Forester in on the XT. Which was a major reason for buying another Forester, because the 99 was trouble free after 5 years of ownership, AND no squeaks or rattles either. It was PERFECT!
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Sturdy No-Nonsence Quality Vehicle - 2005 Subaru Forester
By MRT123 - October 1 - 10:00 amthe 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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05 Forrester - 2005 Subaru Forester
By garyd3 - May 20 - 10:00 amHave 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 amThis 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!
