2016 Subaru Forester XT

This compact crossover is unlike any of the competition as it is larger than your typical compact.  The practicality and performance is ahead of the curve.

Tall for a compact crossover, the Forester sports unusually large windows to provide driver and passengers a great vantage point. A long, fairly flat hood settled over a protruding front end dominated by large twin-projector headlamps and a blacked-out grille.  Big doors, a hatchback and fairly flat sides kept the emphasis on practical, with the Forester appearing ready and able to haul five lumberjacks to their forest.  But look closer. Smallish dual exhausts protrude discreetly from beneath the rear bumper, and the XT rolls on slightly larger 225/55 tires wrapped around nice-looking 18-inch alloy wheels.

The XT gets its motivation from an unusual “flat” four-cylinder engine that spins all four wheels coupled to a continuously variable transmission.  Mainstream Foresters feature a normally aspirated 2.5-liter horizontally opposed four – meaning its cylinders lie parallel to the street, with two on each side.  Most four-bangers stand upright, with all four cylinders in a straight line, an arrangement that is less effective for weight distribution than that of the Subaru.

In XT models, Subaru goes a step further, fitting it with a turbocharged 2-liter four similar to the growler in the WRX sedan.  Although Subaru limits the version in the XT to 250 horsepower, that is still a substantial 80 more than in regular models of the Forester.  The Forester goes 0 to 60 in a quick 6.3 seconds, according to Car and Driver.

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2016 Subaru Forester

This crossover sport utility vehicle is a very solid, practical and flexible offering that is easy to drive and has off-road capability with tons of cargo room.

You have an option between two different engines.  A 2-liter, turbocharged and intercooled four-cylinder makes 250 horsepower and 258 foot-pounds starting at a low 2,000 rpm in the Forester 2.0XT.  It boasts a federal government fuel economy rating of 25 miles per gallon in combined city/highway travel.  The more popular engine is the base 170-horsepower, 2.5-liter, non-turbocharged four cylinder, which is rated at 25 mpg to 27 mpg in combined city/highway travel, depending on whether the engine is mated to a manual transmission of a more fuel-optimizing CVT.

All Foresters, including base models, come standard with all-wheel drive, Bluetooth hands-free connectivity, rear-vision camera, power windows, door locks and outside mirrors, keyless entry, cruise control, air conditioning and AM/FM radio with CD and MP3 players.  There's no denying the Forester offers good room for front- and back-seat passengers, and everyone sits up from the pavement and gets decent views.  Cargo space expands to a full 68.5 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded down, which is surprising for a vehicle that's only 15 feet long and has good maneuverability.

Also, the 2016 Forester earned five out of five stars in federal government crash tests that measured occupant protection, continuing its high rating since the 2014 model year. It's also a recommended buy of Consumer Reports magazine.

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The best new SUV? The 2014 Subaru Forester

The new 2014 Subaru Forester is the highest rated compact SUV on the market today, and with good reason. The newly designed Forester has advantages over all other competitors in many different aspects of itself.

The new 2014 Subaru Forester has a four-cylinder engine that offers 170 hp, with upgrades to a turbo-charged engine available that comes with a whopping 250 hp at 5,600 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque between 2,000 rpm and 4,800 rpm when consuming premium unleaded. The base model four-cylinder engine, with continuously variable transmission (CVT) achieves 24 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway, which is at the top of the compact SUV class. This is an improvement on the 2013 Subaru Forester, which achieved 21/27 mpg with a four-cylinder engine. 

The 2014 Subaru Forester has continued it’s legacy as an extremely safe compact SUV and even going a step further, earning the 2013 Top Safety Pick. New this year is a driver knee airbag that deploys to prevent knee injuries during collisions and anti-whiplash seats. Other improvements in safety include Subaru’s new EyeSight driver assist technology, which includes Adaptive Cruise Control system, a Pre-Collision Braking system and a Vehicle Lane Departure Warning system. This is offered in select models. 

With the new 2014 Subaru Forester, along with other great selections offered by Subaru, now is the time to make your next vehicle a Subaru. Come by Huffines Subaru in Denton and our friendly staff of professionals can show you all the awesome features of the 2014 Subaru Forester. Visit us at 5150 South Interstate 35E in Denton, Texas or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

Subaru Forester Wins Again

Experts at Motor Trend recently confirmed something we’ve long suspected.  Well actually they confirmed it yet again, if we’re being precise, they’ve confirmed it three times now.  What have they confirmed you might ask?  They’ve confirmed the following statement to be true… “Subaru is… Awesome.”

Motor Trend, the popular car enthusiasts publication, announced today that the Subaru Forester won Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year for 2014.  This announcement marks the first and only time a manufacturer has won the title three times.  In the past six years of competition Subaru has had three winners, the 2014 Forester, 2010 Outback, and the 2009 Forester.  The 2013 XV Crosstrek also ranked as a finalist in 2012.

Editor-in-chief of Motor Trend, Ed Loh, said “The 2014 Subaru Forester beat a highly competitive field of SUVs because it best met our award’s six key criteria.  Smart design, thoughtful engineering, and a compelling performance on road and off were the keys to the Forester’s win.  Our editors were particularly impressed by the powerful yet efficient turbocharged engines, the intelligent and sporty CVT transmission, and the excellent visibility and interior package found within the Forester.  Practical, affordable, efficient and fun-to-drive -Forester truly ticked every box.

The incredible design and engineering teams at Subaru truly make it look easy.  2014 was a year full of many other all-new or significantly updated SUVs who all had to fall at the might of the Forester.  The SUVs that couldn’t make the cut included the Acura MDX, Audi Q5, BMW X1, Land Rover Ranger Rover Sport, Hyundai Santa Fe, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Toyota RAV4, Buick Encore, and the Dodge Durango.

“We are honored to receive the MOTOR TREND Sport/Utility of the Year award for the third time,” said Thomas J. Doll, president, and chief operation officer, Subaru of America, Inc.  “Our product, engineering, sales and marketing teams all work hard to provide the best products and experiences we can for our owners.  Receiving this distinction from MOTOR TREND truly adds credence to our mission.”

To judge contenders for the award, MOTOR TREND's editorial staff conducted an exhaustive three-phase testing process. Phase one includes a full tech check and weigh-in, then full track testing to establish baseline data for acceleration, braking, and handling. Phase two involves three days of road loops offering a range of road surfaces and traffic conditions to evaluate ride and handling, engine and transmission smoothness and responsiveness, wind and road noise, and ergonomics. A dirt-track section tests traction, stability, and braking control systems. In the third phase the judges debate and deliberate. The judging criteria include categories of Design Advancement, Engineering Excellence, Performance of Intended Function, Efficiency, Safety, and Value.

The ingenious Boxer Engine, CVT technology, all-wheel drive, and IIHS Top Safety Pick +, as well as the affordable price tag, ensured Subaru a victory and the 2014 Forester is truly the ultimate all around-vehicle.

You can see the SUV of the Year for yourself by visiting the oldest Subaru dealership in Texas, Huffines Subaru.  Huffines Subaru has the best deals and widest selection of the award winning Forester, visit our showroom at 5150 South Interstate 35 E in Denton, Texas or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!