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.

Come see one for yourself at Huffines Subaru Denton 5150 South Interstate 35 E Denton, TX or give us a call at 940-321-2504 today!

Subaru Showcases the 2015 WRX STI at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show

Subaru debuted the 2015 WRX STI on the second media day of the 2014 Detroit Auto Show.  The WRX STI takes everything that makes the WRX great and makes it greater. The WRX is Subaru’s high performance car but Subaru has found a way to increase that performance with the 2015 WRX STI by packing more power and with a more aggressive suspension tune. The look as also been upgraded with a sporty wing and gold wheels.

The 2015 WRX STI’s power remains unchanged, packing the 2.5 liter turbocharged 4 cylinder boxer engine with 305 horsepower and 290 pound-feet of torque.  Also unchanged in the STI is the six speed manual transmission as the only way to change the car’s gears. Because the powertrain remains essentially unchanged, zero to 60 mph acceleration can still happen in about 4.6 seconds as in the previous model.

The big changes to the STI lie in its handling. The STI has a stiffer chassis from the increased use of high-strength steel, which allows for faster response and quick turning. The AWD drivetrain is equipped with a center differential that allows for 41.59 torque split and is unique to this model.

Also, a new torque-vectoring system has been incorporated into the STI. Furthermore, the STI uses a rotary dial on the dash that allows the driver to select on of three powertrain modes, Intelligent, Sport and Sport Sharp.

The inside of the STI also has been upgraded with a flat bottomed steering wheel, Alcantara seats and a 4.3 inch LCD screen. Optional upgrades include leather seats, a moon roof and a Harmon/Kardon Stereo.

Huffines Subaru Denton is conveniently located at 5150 S Interstate 35E in Denton, Texas and has a wide variety of new and used cars. We would be happy to assist you in your search for a new vehicle or answer any questions you may have. We look forward to working for you!