Overview & Reviews

Noting Forester fans' desire for more power, Subaru adds a turbocharged XT model to the lineup. The XT is essentially a loaded XS with a 210-hp engine replacing the 165-hp motor.

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

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

User Reviews:

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  Happy at 5000 miles - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By Bill Fitz - October 21 - 2:00 am

  Researched competing models and found Forester to be best value for the money. Bought it as a second car and now it is our favorite. Great for highway and around town. Pulls our boats with no problem. With a luggage box on top carried all our gear, two adults, two kids and a dog across four states and back. Subaru reliability was a big decision factor, being fun to drive cinched the deal.

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  Good stable quality car - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By A Boston Driver - October 17 - 10:00 am

  Well, the vehicle is great it feels very stable when you drive, it responds quickly, the brakes respond well, the manueverability is very good. In terms of snowy weather, you have to try to spin out or fishtail, it will spin out and/or fishtail but you really have to push it. My mother drives a Mercedes ML500 2004 and when she stepped in my car she loved the feeling of it and she felt safe in the car. I have the lowest model, but i believe the highest model is quite a car, leather interior and the dealership said the top of the line Forrester beats the Impreza WRX in the quarter mile or was it the STI (for some reason i doubt the claim).

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  Class Leader - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By drjeff - October 11 - 10:00 am

  This is one well designed, carefully engineered vehicle. For those who dont need a truck or a sports car, the Forester does everything well. In bad weather, there is nothing safer or more stable under 3 tons! It tracks smoothly in slush, when big SUVs are fishtailing. Reliability is outstanding. Storage compartments are abundant. The seats are comfortable because they are shaped right. The only credible competitors are in the Outback line.

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  04 Forester XS-All Purpose Fun - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By zanadu2 - September 4 - 10:00 am

  This SUV/car drives and handles like it has a lower center of gravity than you would first expect. The 4 wheel disc brakes are a necessity. The non- turbo engine tends to lug a bit with the automatic transmission at speeds just under 40 mph, unless you manually downshift to 3rd gear, otherwise a very smooth transmission. Fuel economy is OK, but could be better. The tires are just adequate. There is good cargo space. Overall a fun vehicle to drive around town or on the highway.

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  SO nice>>> - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By jalterio - August 29 - 10:00 am

  Very nice car, er Suv, I mean cross over. Ample power, all wheel drive, reliable, efficient use of space, great crash test scores. What else could you want?

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  Take the Plunge! - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By giantkiller - June 16 - 2:00 am

  I traded in an 03 Legacy because I have dogs & needed more room. Many great features are standard. AWD is #1, handles confidently. Love the redesigned styling. Get heated seats, youll never go back! I like their politics, but dealership left A LOT to be desired. Partner hates the cheap-looking steel rims, but I think theyre ok. Otherwise, I highly recommend this car. They will have a customer for life when they go HYBRID!

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  Great CAR - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By TimBO - June 16 - 2:00 am

  This is a cross between a car and a suv,just enought room and not a gas guzzling suv . I should have purchsed this a long time ago! Looks great in white. ONLY FALT THERE IS NOT ENOUGHT LIGHT AT NIGHT WHEN YOU GET INTO THE CAR,THEY NEED TO IMPROVE ON THIS ASAP.ALSO DOORS SHOULD LOCK WHEN YOU PUT IT IN GEAR

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  Great Car - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By teamtoner - June 10 - 2:00 am

  This is our first Subaru but it will not be our last. We moved from a Honda mini-van - what a difference in handling, comfort and safety (we can actually see behind us when backing up. We could not be happier!

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  Fun to drive Forester - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By Carmen DeFranks - April 24 - 1:23 pm

  I have owned several Subarus and I have found the Forester to be the most fun car to drive. I was not satisfied with the "pickup" till I bought the 2004 Turbo Forester. I had loved the previous one, but needed more power in getting in and out of rush hour traffic. The turbo had that. But above all - I find the Forester to be extremely fun, something that is difficult to put into words. You have to drive one to know what I mean. Give it a try. I am interested in test driving the Baja next since I have not driven one yet. But will probably stick with the Forester. Oh yeah - you can put ANYTHING in this car - great for hauling!

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  My Review - 2004 Subaru Forester
  By Lou13 - March 16 - 2:00 am

  This car is a lot of fun to drive. Its a lot quicker than I thought it would be and it handles snow and ice very well. Im starting to see a lot more of them around, so word is getting out about what a great car this is.