In their eyes, he lost his charisma and the sports fuse characteristic of the cars of the first two generations, becoming a victim of the fashion for full-fledged crossovers. However, this model was sold in a much larger circulation.
Despite the Japanese origin and success in the market, the hijackers do not favor the Forester with attention. Pretty good standard immobilizer built into the engine control module and dashboard, will not protect against a targeted attack, but will become a stumbling block for a random kidnapper.
All Foresters come from Japan. Quality paintwork good - there are no weaknesses in the body. Traces of corrosion will indicate unprofessional refurbishment. But pay attention to the license plate mount on tailgate. Many owners set the number without a frame, over time it peels off the paint - and rust appears.
EYE YES EYE
Prior to the restyling carried out in 2011, atmospheric engines 2.0 (150 hp) and 2.5 (172 hp) belonged to the EJ series. These age boxer units timing belt drives are well known from most Subaru models.
The junior 2.0L EJ20 engine is the most reliable in the lineup. Servicemen estimate its average resource at 250,000-300,000 km. After the overhaul, he is able to serve the same amount more. The average resuscitation does without treatment of the cylinder block or heads. Basically, wear only goes beyond the tolerances piston rings yes inserts. The main thing is to change the engine oil according to the regulations (at least every 15,000 km) and monitor its level more often - that's all Subaru engines have a good appetite for aggressive driving or long-term movement at high speeds.
The older atmospheric brother EJ25 (2.5 l) is the same 2.0 engine, but with bored cylinders. Accordingly, due to the thinner walls between the “pots”, it is prone to the so-called “overheating”, which occurs during prolonged high loads. Usually this is a long (about an hour!) ride at speeds close to the maximum. Even with working system cooling and clean radiators, head gaskets can burn out. Sometimes it leads the contact planes of the cylinder block and heads. With severe "overheating" piston rings lie. Because of this, oil consumption increases, and sometimes even scuffs appear on the cylinder mirror.
When buying a car with an EJ25 engine from your hands, do a maintenance test at a service station exhaust gases in the cooling system. He will tell you about the condition of the cylinder head gaskets. The operation is inexpensive and requires simple equipment. Do not spare money (about 1,500 rubles) for the so-called leak test, which will show a leak in the cylinders. It is akin to a compression test, but much more accurate.
Motors with a capacity of 230 and 263 hp. - supercharged versions of the EJ25 engine. The increase in strength is the merit of other firmware "brains" of the engine. The average resource of supercharged brothers is estimated at 100,000–150,000 km. The faults are the same as those of atmospheric units, they only appear on earlier runs.
The original breakdown of turbo engines is the rotation of the liners. Common cause - oil starvation because of low level lubrication or loss of its properties. Therefore, even with light use, it is important to reduce the oil change interval to 7500 km, and if the car participates in competitions, the oil must be changed at least every 5000 km.
A great way to avoid dangerous conditions for the motor is to install additional sensors. Owners tend to limit themselves to oil temperature and pressure readings so they know when it's time to pull off the track and let the car cool down.
Turbo engines are often tuned during repairs: they put in a forged piston group, an increased-performance oil pump, strengthen the cylinder block, etc. - whoever is in what much.
Often, the owners simultaneously squeeze all the juice out of the motors, installing, for example, a turbine with more high pressure, - such units do not live long, therefore, the purchase of tuned cars must be treated with caution.
The stock turbocharger is reliable. Subject to a couple simple rules it will outlive the engine. Reduced drain interval engine oil will help to avoid coking of the turbine cooling tubes. Allow the compressor to cool while the engine is running before shutting it off after hard driving. It is more efficient to do this idling, and on the go, dropping gas a couple of kilometers to the house - so oil and antifreeze circulate better through the turbine.
A separate story is the timing drive on EJ engines. The belt takes care of the prescribed 105,000 km even on modified engines, but it’s better to play it safe and change it early, because in 99% of cases a break means the pistons meet the valves. At the same time, all rollers with tensioners are changed. For reinsurance, servicemen recommend updating crankshaft and camshafts. They do not always live up to 200,000 km, and any intervention in the timing drive is very laborious and expensive. Leakage of oil seals is fraught with a belt jump with known consequences. The cooling pump is more reliable. It is changed together with the second belt replacement. It rarely survives up to 300,000 km. Its backlash is not as bad as a leak, which again can lead to a belt jump.
After restyling, atmospheric EJ engines were replaced by chain units of the FB series (with indices 20 and 25). They are built on the basis of their predecessors and have the same power characteristics.
Chain problems are rare. According to servicemen, its resource is at least 200,000 km. The main thing is to monitor the level and condition of the oil. The lubrication of the chain and the performance of the tensioner depend on it. The mileage on these motors is not as high as on the EJ, but there is no reason to fear for their longevity. The only and infrequent disease - oil leakage from under the chain cover with a run of 50,000-60,000 km - is cured with a sealant. The FB25 "overheating" that happens with the EJ25 has not yet been recorded, although the motors are structurally similar.
Resource drive belt on any motors depends only on the operating conditions of the machine. The lower bar is 50,000 km. The less dirt and water gets on the belt during off-road assault, the longer it lives.
The condition of the cooling radiator of any motor does not affect its well-being so much. But washing is carried out once or twice a year, depending on the mode of operation. The engine and air conditioning radiators are located very close to each other, and this “sandwich” is completely dismantled.
On runs over 100,000 km, the lamp often lights up check engine. Error 0420 is issued: " low efficiency neutralizer." This usually happens when the unit heats up, when the car drives along the highway for a long time with a constant high speed. The reason is bad fuel. Often the mistake is simply erased, the owner changes the gas station - and the problem goes away. But sometimes the fuel has time to kill the catalytic converter.
Treatment depends on the wishes of the owner. The neutralizer is either changed to a new one, or cut out and make a snag (for atmospheric engines) for the second (controlling) oxygen sensor. This is a spacer in the place where the second oxygen sensor is installed, which removes it from the exhaust gas stream. For supercharged engines, the sensor is bypassed by flashing the “brains”. If the faulty converter is not clogged and melted inside, they do not touch it and limit themselves to snag.
CONSTANT
At Subaru, the scheme of all-wheel drive transmission depends on the type of gearbox and engine. On the Forester, paired with a five-speed mechanics, a center differential works with a viscous coupling blocking it. Alas, the clutch does not like long drive V extreme conditions and prone to overheating. With such operation, it usually dies after 100,000 km. The node is expensive, but the replacement procedure is simple.
The third Forester has a reduction range in the transmission. It is only available on two liter machines with mechanical box. None of the servicemen remember problems with such handouts.
Fundamental differences between mechanical boxes associated with motors different power, No. The nodes are reliable. The main thing is to change the oil regularly (every 50,000 km). The average clutch life is 130,000–150,000 km. After 150,000–200,000 km, the gear selector stem seal begins to leak.
On machines with hydromechanical machines, there is an original center differential and a device for blocking it. Paired with supercharged engines, they are more intricate. But in both cases, there are no serious complaints about their reliability.
With engines up to 230 hp a four-speed automatic is combined, and with a 263-horsepower - a five-speed. Both boxes are from the same family and are quite overgrown, but reliable. Servicemen advise changing the oil every 30,000 km. At the first "pit stop" a regular (partial) replacement is carried out, at the second - a complete one, with the connection special installation. This is justified. After all, off-road and high-speed rides for Foresters are a common thing. But subject to the maintenance regulations, these machines digest the higher torque of reasonably modified motors.
Due to the untimely oil change in the machine, shocks and delays first occur when shifting gears. This is due to wear products in the aged fluid that clog the solenoids. If you ignore the warning signs, then soon an “error” will light up on the instrument panel, and then overheating of the clutches and torque converter.
IN winter period due to intense acceleration immediately after a cold start, gasket leaks occur between the differential housing and the stuffing box input shaft boxes. It's about the unawakened hardened seals.
The oil change interval in the gearboxes is also small - 50,000 km. Sometimes on a run of 100 thousand, the indication of oil overheating lights up in rear gear. The reason is a dirty contact in the connector of its sensor, located outside. He often rots. The sensor does not need to be changed - just clean the contacts or repair the wiring.
The only frankly weak point in the transmission is outboard bearing cardan shaft. It starts to hum strongly at speeds above 50 km / h after 30,000–40,000 km. Dealer services often they change the cardan assembly (about 70,000 rubles), and unofficials - a separate bearing for 700 rubles.
Cardan crosses nursed for 150,000 km. Strong backlash in them causes tangible vibrations.
Oil seals and anthers in the transmission are durable. In the risk zone, only elements that are close to exhaust system. The fastest (after 100,000 km) is destroyed by heating inner boot front right drive.
On modifications with all EJ motors, hydraulic booster steering wheel. Reiki rarely flow, and not earlier than 100,000 km. Usually the upper oil seal is sweating at the exit of the steering shaft. The rail repair kit also includes other seals, so it is completely disassembled and updated
Hoses leak even less often. expansion tank and on the pump. It is important to periodically monitor the oil level and change it according to the regulations - every 50,000 km. When changing the oil, do not long work power steering pump "dry" - the assembly dies quickly, and costs about 20,000 rubles.
Electric power steering is assigned to versions with FB motors. Knocks in the rail occur after 30,000 km. Formally, this is not considered a malfunction, and under warranty, the rails are not changed for everyone, although the manufacturer tries to meet the needs of customers (ZR, 2014, No. 9, Subaru specialists answer). The unofficials have found a cure. Knock occurs at the junction of the steering gear and rack and pinion mechanism. The rail is disassembled and the factory support bushing of this pair is changed to a non-original, home-made one. The gap decreases and the knock goes away.
Consumables in the suspension - bushings and stabilizer struts. They are enough for 30,000–40,000 km. The weakest are the rear silent blocks of the front levers, which live at least 100 thousand. They can be bought separately, like many other rubber-to-metal joints. The exception is the silent blocks of the rear upper forged arm: the assembly costs 16,000 rubles.
Wheel bearings also stably survive the 100‑thousandth run. The price assembled with hubs is quite democratic - 5000–6000 rubles.
A feature of the Forester suspension is rear self-priming shock absorbers that provide constant ground clearance regardless of the vehicle load and less roll in corners. But they quickly die on the killed roads after several serious breakdowns on a loaded car. Thankfully there is an alternative. original parts, estimated at 25,000 rubles. The pumping system is built into the shock absorber rod and body. Therefore, for 17 thousand, a set of two is installed conventional shock absorbers with matching springs. In everyday driving modes, the difference in the behavior of the car will not be striking.
Front shock absorbers run 100,000–150,000 km. Thrust bearings updated at the second change of shock absorbers.
Many owners who moved to Forester from other Japanese crossovers of this class, complain about the lack of sensitivity of the brakes. Later they get used to it, but some still refine brake system. They throw money away - you can't get rid of this feature.
The only weak point of lighting technology is the thin glass of the front foglights. They often crack due to sharp drop temperatures - for example, when water gets on the headlights when driving through puddles or when storming high snowdrifts.
The interior electrics are simple and reliable. Only the bearing of the heater fan shaft causes complaints. If in a cold car in winter, immediately turn on the stove for top speed, the bearing will buzz to 150,000 km. And it can only be replaced with a fan assembly.
On a run of more than 100,000 km, the headlight corrector sensor located on the lever sometimes fails rear suspension, by which the system determines the position of the body. The hinges in its movable joints turn sour. At the same time, a system error lights up and the corrector lowers the headlights to the lower position.
Outcome
With the reliability of the third-generation Forester, everything is in order. Subject to the maintenance regulations, even modifications with turbo engines do not cause trouble. There will be no difficulties with the maintenance and repair of the machine.
Word to the owner
Vladimir Lopatin,
Subaru Forester S‑Edition (2011, 2.5 l, 263 hp, 90,000 km)
Before purchasing the S‑Edition, I owned a previous generation Forester (SG) for six years. And I do not share the position of the subaristas who are complaining about the third "forik". Yes, in the usual version it is more rolled than its predecessor, but much more comfortable. And the charged version is completely better in all respects.
Initially, I did not plan to tune the car, then it dragged on. By 47,000 km, when the liners were turned in the engine, it produced about 340 hp, and now it is 400 hp and 600 Nm. My Forester is equipped with water methanol injection, forged pistons are installed, the standard turbine is replaced with a more efficient one. The machine was modified for high torque by increasing the pressure in it. oil system. The kit for further tuning is waiting for the box to die. But so far it does not cause trouble, like the chassis nodes.
Some of the suspension elements (shock absorbers, springs and stabilizer) have been replaced with more sporty ones. I note that I have no complaints about the reliability of regular parts. I plan to continue the improvements, but the process is slowed down by the increased prices for imported parts.
Car maintenance is straightforward: changing the oil in the engine every 5,000 km, in the box and gearboxes - every 30,000 km.
Word to the seller
Alexander Bulatov,
used car sales manager at U Service+
Forester SH is liquid regardless of configuration. The most demanded 2.5‑liter cars. Moreover, one half of buyers choose mechanics for bad roads, and the other is an automatic machine for the city.
Cars stand idle waiting for a buyer for an average of two to three weeks. Even specific turbo versions are quickly leaving, due to the limited supply on the market. In this segment, the Forester has no competitors that have similar driving characteristics and a competitive price.
An objective disadvantage compared to many classmates is the low quality of interior trim. But many more important excellent visibility and reliability of the car. Modifications from atmospheric engines even on runs over 150,000 km they retain good condition and do not require large investments.
Many appreciate the Forester for its proprietary all-wheel drive system, which provides good handling and good off-road qualities. The original boxer motors are also attractive.
We thank the Pleiades technical centers (a branch of the Pleiades-Enthusiasts) and Oppozite Max for their help in preparing the material.
For recent years Subaru Forester is in the top ten most reliable cars, and in American and European ratings. At careful operation And regular maintenance serious malfunctions in the operation of Subaru Forester engines do not occur on the first or even on the second hundred thousand kilometers. But for engines that are equipped with various models this line has its weaknesses.
Features of Subaru Forester engines
The first Subaru Forester appeared on the market in 1997, 4 generations of these cars have changed in 20 years. Subaru Forester was equipped with petrol and diesel horizontally opposed four-cylinder engines volume of 2 and 2.5 liters, with atmospheric and turbocharging. IN different years Subaru Forester was equipped with engines ranging from 122 to 263 hp. With.
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Diesel engines use a turbocharger variable geometry, thanks to which it was possible to overcome the effect of a turbo lag - a delayed reaction of the turbine to the driver's commands. They have an injection system. common rail, which provides a reduction in fuel consumption, noise reduction and the content of toxic substances in the exhaust.
Since 2011, engines of the FB and FA families have replaced the EJ generation engines. They are distinguished by a reduced cylinder diameter, an increased piston stroke. The contours of the cooling system of the cylinder block and its head were divided, the camber angle of the valves was changed. By improving the design oil pump and gas distribution mechanism (GRM), the friction of parts has decreased. The engines have become not only more powerful, but also more economical than their predecessors, emissions have also been reduced by 10%¸.
Theoretically resource boxer engines due to their high strength reaches a million kilometers. As practice shows, EJ engines require overhaul after several hundred thousand kilometers, and FB and FA engines are not used long enough to estimate their resource. But the manufacturers claim it is 30% more than the previous generation of boxer engines.
Common Subaru Forester Engine Problems
The first boxer engines were created by engineers Volkswagen in the 30s of the last century, and since the 60s this design has been actively used by Subaru. Engines for it are produced Fuji company Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI). The cylinders of such an engine are located opposite each other in a horizontal plane, their camber angle is 180 °. Subaru uses boxer-type engines (Boxer) - the name is explained by the similarity of the movement of the pistons with the movements of boxers during a fight. Each piston with connecting rod is mounted on a separate connecting rod journal of the crankshaft, adjacent pistons always occupy the same position.
Clearly about the principle of operation of the boxer engine
Boxer engines are well balanced, provide stability and controllability of the car, are highly durable and rigid, their operation is accompanied by minimal vibration. Design flaws include high costs for production, maintenance and repair, the difficulty of access to nodes, increased consumption oils. Subaru's FB and FA boxer engines are easier to access, making them easier to service and repair.
Despite the significant resource of boxer engines as a whole, their individual components and parts fail and need to be repaired or replaced. Common Subaru Forester engine problems include:
- in gasoline engines - leaking gaskets valve covers and cylinder head, its damage;
- in diesel 2008-2010 years of release - a small resource of injectors, particulate filter(clogged with a run of up to 150 thousand km), crankshaft (may burst in the first hundred thousand km), as well as clutch. In subsequent versions diesel engines these shortcomings have been eliminated;
- in turbocharged - breakdowns of the turbocharger, in turbo engines with a volume of 2.5 liters - a breakdown cylinder head gaskets;
- in older models - the destruction of the front catalysts, the rear cans of the exhaust system, the breakdown of the rear lambda probe, in 2-liter gasoline engines exhaust often burns cylinder head valves;
- in new models - contamination of the recirculation system valve (EGR), damage to the sensor at the inlet of the variable valve timing system;
The cylinder head suffers mainly from overheating, which can be prevented by regularly cleaning the radiator and monitoring the coolant level. Turbocharged engines with a volume of 2.5 liters are even more sensitive to overheating compared to atmospheric ones. Already after 50 thousand kilometers, the cylinder block suffers in them, the partitions of the piston rings are destroyed, scoring appears on the cylinder walls, and the cylinder head is deformed. TO weak points Subaru Forester engines include a timing chain tensioner. chain drive Timing belt used in engines latest generation, is considered more reliable.
Signs of engine failure may include:
- starting "cold" is difficult;
- at idle, the engine is unstable;
- under load there are tangible "failures" of power;
- dynamics is lost, traction weakens;
- engine operation is accompanied by smoke formation, the smoke may be white, black or gray;
- extraneous noise at work - a dull or sonorous knock, whistle, hiss.
Subaru Forester engine knock typical disease motors of the EJ series, which were produced before 1999. Most often, it is due to 2 reasons:
- clogged hydraulic compensator;
- the piston of the 4th cylinder knocks until the engine warms up (oil reaches the 4th cylinder last).
The hydraulic compensator can be replaced, sometimes an oil change is enough. Piston knock is not dangerous, it disappears after the engine warms up. But if the driver does not want to put up with this knock, you will have to change the piston and gasket set. Since such work requires assembly and disassembly of the engine, they are quite expensive. But the wear of the connecting rod or main bearing shells can also be the cause of the knock, this is already dangerous.
Some failures are associated with the imperfection of the engine design. The most reliable atmospheric gasoline engines, the most problematic are 2.5-liter turbocharged engines with a capacity of 230 hp. With. and diesel engines from 2008–2010. Subaru Forester ICEs are assembled on sealant, so they often experience additional oil leaks through technological holes with plugs in the cylinder block and front oil seal crankshaft. Leads to breakdowns and incorrect operation:
- in 2-liter engines, it is important to properly adjust gas equipment, otherwise the cylinder head will suffer;
- turbocharged engines during the break-in period (the first 3 thousand kilometers) must be operated in a gentle mode, not overloaded;
- engines, especially cylinder heads, are sensitive to overheating, so you need to regularly clean the pipes of the cooling system, the radiator, and control the level of coolant and oil;
- essential constant control level and timely replacement oil in the Subaru Forester engine, and it matters which oil to fill in. It is recommended to change the oil and oil filters every 10 thousand km, and with a run of over 100 thousand km - even more often. In hot weather, it is better to use oil with a higher viscosity, it will protect the engine from overheating;
- on Russian roads great risk mechanical damage engine crankcase, therefore, in addition to the regular boot, it is recommended to purchase and install crankcase protection.
Common types of repairs
Professional repair of the Subaru Forester 2.0 or 2.5 engine in Moscow is in demand. Due to the specific arrangement engine compartment It is extremely difficult to maintain and repair boxer engines with your own hands. Even replacing spark plugs becomes a problem, replacement is even more difficult. valve gaskets, and cylinder head gaskets cannot be changed at all without removing the engine. Most often, various gaskets need to be replaced (cylinder head, manifolds, covers, oil pan), crankshaft oil seal, toothed belt or timing chain, oil pump.
How much does a Subaru Forester engine repair and maintenance cost depends on what parts and assemblies need to be repaired or replaced. Replacing spark plugs will cost $36-40, about the same is the cost of an oxygen sensor (lambda probe). To replace the timing belt, which is recommended after 100 thousand kilometers, and then every 60-80 thousand km, you will need $ 120-230. More significant costs will be required cylinder head repair, work, taking into account the cost of spare parts, can cost $ 300–700.
The most time-consuming and costly work includes repair work:
- cylinder block;
- connecting rod and piston group;
- crankshaft.
Boring and honing of cylinders, replacement of piston rings and pistons, main and connecting rod bearings, grinding cylinder heads and crankshaft. When repairing and overhauling 2.5-liter turbocharged engines, it is recommended to install reinforced pistons, cylinder head bolts, thicker pads. Usually individual spare parts are changed, it is possible to purchase a cylinder block complete set in which are already installed crank mechanism And piston group. A valve train, the camshaft use the old ones. The cylinder head is often subject to grinding, but can still be used. In more complex cases, the cylinder block and crankshaft are replaced as a whole, in a complete set.
If the engine is badly worn, for overhaul a complete cylinder block and a number of other components are required. Replacing the engine may be more cost effective. Prices for the repair of boxer engines are quite high, the cost of spare parts is added to the cost of work. If the amount that was named in the service, having estimated the cost of a major overhaul, turns out to be too impressive, you should ask about the prices for Subaru contract engines.
Removing and replacing the entire engine is much easier and faster than sorting out the old one, changing, boring, grinding parts. Usually when installing contract engine it is recommended to change the timing, clutch kit, oil seal input shaft Gearbox, water pump. If a motor is installed more power, it is worth buying and replacing the intercooler.
The resource of Subaru Forester engines allows them to operate for a long time without repair, but the repair itself is complex and costly. Many car owners can replace the power unit with their own hands, unlike a major overhaul, which requires high qualifications. So buying a contract engine often saves time and money.
The first generation Subaru Forester, which debuted in 1997, was designed on the platform of the . As conceived by the creators, the car, which became one of the first representatives of the crossover class, was supposed to combine best qualities passenger car and SUV. forester had all-wheel drive transmission With center differential and demultiplier.
Under the hood of the car was a two-liter four-cylinder boxer engine. The atmospheric version of this power unit had a capacity of 122–137 hp. s., turbocharged - 168–174 liters. With. on export cars and 250 hp. With. on cars for Japanese market. Later the lineup replenished with a modification with a 2.5-liter "aspirated", which developed 165 forces. Gearboxes - a five-speed "mechanics" or a four-speed "automatic".
In 2000 Subaru forester received minor changes in appearance. In total, up to 2002, 520 thousand cars were produced.
2nd generation (SG), 2002–2008
The second generation of the model debuted in 2002. Subaru Forester received completely new body, but fundamentally the design remains the same: only four-wheel drive, boxer motors, manual or automatic transmissions. The two-liter engine developed 137–140 hp in the atmospheric version. with., and in a turbocharged - 220 liters. With. The 2.5-liter engine had a power of 173 hp. s., and its turbo version - 210-224 liters. With.
In 2000, a “charged” Subaru Forester STi appeared with a 265-horsepower 2.5 engine, a six-speed “mechanics” and sports suspension. Such crossovers were sold only in the Japanese market.
Restyling in 2005 completely changed the look of the Forester, at the same time they were modernized and power units. The two-liter "aspirated" now developed 158 hp. with., and the power of the 2.5-liter turbo engine increased to 230 forces. In this form, cars of the second generation were produced until 2008, in total 675 thousand cars rolled off the assembly line.
3rd generation (SH), 2008–2013
The 2008 sample model became longer, taller, more spacious, but at the same time lost one of characteristic features- frameless doors. There were few changes in technology, the only noticeable innovation was a two-liter boxer turbodiesel for the European market with a capacity of 147 hp. s., it was the first diesel engine in the history of the company.
IN Russian Subaru The Forester was offered with naturally aspirated 2.0 and 2.5 petrol engines developing 150 and 172 hp. With. respectively, as well as with a 2.5-liter turbo engine and a capacity of 230 "horses". In 2011, the Forester received gasoline engines new generation of the same volume, as well as the model range was replenished with a car with a version of the 2.5-liter turbo unit boosted to 263 forces. All crossovers were equipped with mechanical or automatic transmission gears and had all-wheel drive.
Production of "Foresters" fourth generation completed in 2013, more than 850 thousand of these machines were produced in total.
Subaru Forester car engine table
| Version | Engine model | engine's type | Volume, cm3 | Power, l. With.Note | |
| EJ20 | H4, petrol | 1994 | 150 | 2007-2010 | |
| EJ25 | H4, petrol | 2457 | 171 | 2007-2010 | |
| EJ25 | H4, petrol, turbo | 2457 | 230 | 2008-2013 | |
| EJ25 | H4, petrol, turbo | 2457 | 263 | 2011-2013 | |
| FB20 | H4, petrol | 1995 | 150 | 2010-2013 | |
| FB25 | H4, petrol | 2498 | 171 | 2010-2013 | |
| Subaru Forester 2.0D | FE20 | H4, diesel, turbo | 1998 | 147 | 2009-2013 |
Subaru unveils price list for 2018 Forester crossovers model year. Exterior and interior untouched basic configuration minimum changes: exterior mirrors are now painted in body color and equipped with an electric drive. But the rich versions of Elegance, Elegance + (both with an atmospheric 2.5 boxer with a capacity of 171 hp) and Premium (with a 2.0 turbo engine producing 241 hp) received elements of the EyeSight proprietary complex. For cars for Russia, these are radars and a camera for the front and side view, responsible for the operation of lane control and blind spot assistants, as well as a traffic interference detection system in reverse: at a distance of up to 70 meters, it detects objects moving along a trajectory that lies closer than seven meters from the location of the car.
It is noteworthy that the innovations did not affect Forester prices. All previous configurations cost exactly the same as the 2017 model year cars after the last price cut at the end of May. The base “empty” Forester with a 2.0 engine (150 hp) and a six-speed “mechanics” is estimated at 1 million 659 thousand rubles. The same car with a variator and electric adjustment of the driver's seat costs 1 million 750 thousand.
A new addition to the range is the Forester with a 150-horsepower engine and a manual transmission in a relatively comfortable Standard package: with dual zone climate control, heating and leather braid steering wheel, rear view camera, fog lights and adjustable backrests rear seats. A crossover with a 2.5 engine costs from 2 million 190 thousand rubles, and the most powerful turbo version is still estimated at 2 million 600 thousand.
Dealers have begun accepting orders for Foresters of the 2018 model, and the cars themselves have already arrived in Russia and will appear in car dealerships in a week or two.
