2005 Subaru Forester
| MSRP: | $21,445 - $27,545 |
| Invoice: | $19,843 - $25,395 |
| Total: | 13 reviews |
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| Excellent | 10 reviews | |
| Very Good | 1 reviews | |
| Average | 2 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
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The popular compact SUV that handles like a car, or roomy wagon with the height and AWD capability of an SUV, the 2005 Subaru Forester gets a brand new model this year. Along with the base 2.5X, XS, and turbo XT comes a 2.5XS L.L. Bean Edition. Like the others, it features all-wheel drive, ABS, dual front side airbags, and power features. But it adds on Bean-embossed leather seats, a huge sunroof, water-resistant cargo area, and auto-dimming lights. It also is the only Forester with a self-leveling rear suspension.
All of the 2005 Forester lineup feature the 2.5-liter, 165-hp flat-4 engine, except the XT, which adds turbo power to increase engine output to 210-hp. A 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic are the transmissions, but the L.L. Bean comes with automatic only. Other new additions for 2005 include a new wheel design and a 3-spoke steering wheel. A power driver's seat is standard on all but the base 2.5X. The turbo XT has a Premium Package which adds the sunroof and leather seats found in the L.L. Bean.
The 2005 Forester is versatile in terms of cargo, with a cargo hold that expands to 64 cubic feet when the 60/40 split-fold rear seats are down. Owners like this SUV for its safety record, high ride height, and car-like handling around turns and in the city. The turbo engine is powerful and fast, and AWD is great in snow, sand, and rough weather. There is good visibility overall and lots of storage options. Disappointments include limited rear legroom, rattling noises, the sluggish non-turbo engine, especially when the SUV is full, and the need for more supportive seats.
Reviews you can trust
| Excellent | 10 reviews | |
| Very Good | 1 reviews | |
| Average | 2 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
“My Fxt”
I Love it. Needs more power, but what doesn't. It's dropped about 3" has STL sway bars, STI Cat-back, Green Air meter/Filterand it is sitting on 18" Devino Throbs. Thinking I may do turbo back and up... More
“Forester Xt In 2005”
Really great all-around car for getting to and from the mountains in Colorado. Subaru build quailty, AWD, turbo, and plenty of room. Basically a de-tuned, tall 2004 WRX STi, without all the glamor. ... More
“Subaru”
Great handling in all weather More
“Good Fun All Round And Reliable Load Lugger.”
This car has done many miles over all types of terrain. Tough, reliable and fuss free. More
“The Rally Wagon”
A lot of fun on a curvy slippery road, but leather, panoramic roof, and navigation doesn't make up for the fact that it feels quite primitive. More
“Couldn't Be Happier”
This car's been great. Hope to get a good 10 years out of it at least. It's been everything we wanted. Good amount of space for the dog, and now for the kid. Fantastic for snowy Minnesota (and Mic... More
“Great”
Drives well, comfortable, reliable well built. Love the practicality More
“Awesome”
Love this car. It is powerful, comfortable and a great piece of machinery. Really reliable. Will definitely buy another 1 More
“Best Suv I've Driven...till Now”
Drive it and you'll see what I mean... More
“Whooohaaa”
This is one of my favourite cars, awesome performance, reliability, and can do some offroading... More
2005 Subaru Forester Trims
| MSRP: | $21,445 |
| Invoice: | $19,843 |
| MSRP: | $23,845 |
| Invoice: | $21,942 |
| MSRP: | $26,545 |
| Invoice: | $24,393 |
| MSRP: | Not Listed |
| Invoice: | Not Listed |
| MSRP: | $27,545 |
| Invoice: | $25,395 |
2005 Subaru Forester Articles from Around the Web
- research.cars.com — Modifications for Subaru's "crossover" wagon are modest... More
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- www.edmunds.com — Satisfied Multiple Forester Owner...Review of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS... More
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- www.carsurvey.org — Individual review of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS... More
- autos.msn.com — Great car for a great value...4 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS... More
- www.edmunds.com — Great Sleeper...Owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT... More
- www.caranddriver.com — Subaru Forester 2.5XT Limited - Short Take Road Tests... More
- www.carsurvey.org — Individual review of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT... More
- autos.msn.com — Safety ratings for the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT... More
- autos.msn.com — Super Compact SUV...Read 5 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Forester XT... More
- www.theautochannel.com — For 2005, the 2.5 XS L.L.Bean Edition is the only Forester model... More
- autos.msn.com — Outstanding SUV...3 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS L.L. Bean... More
- www.carsurvey.org — Owner review and comments on the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS L.L. Bean... More
- www.washingtonpost.com — Looks Aren't Everything...Review of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Premium Package... More
- autos.msn.com — Awesome Vehicle...6 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Premium Package... More
- www.carsurvey.org — I love my car!...Owner review of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X... More
- www.edmunds.com — Bad mileage!...Read owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Forster 2.5 X... More
- autos.msn.com — Cool little car!...18 owner reviews of the 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X... More
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