2006 Subaru Forester
| MSRP: | $21,795 - $27,895 |
| Invoice: | $20,452 - $26,005 |
| Total: | 11 reviews |
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| Excellent | 8 reviews | |
| Very Good | 2 reviews | |
| Average | 1 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
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In an effort to draw in more of a male audience to accompany its wide popularity among female drivers, the 2006 Subaru Forester ups the horsepower, stiffens the suspension, and makes improvements to the manual transmission. This small SUV is a big seller because it combines SUV versatility and ride height with the easy feel of a car.
The 2006 Forester is all-wheel drive and comes in four trims. The previous 2.5S has been dropped and replaced with a 2.5X Premium. The base 2.5X, 2.5X, and 2.5X L.L. Bean edition all use a 2.5-liter, SOHC flat-4 engine that gets 8 more horsepower to hit 173-hp. The turbocharged 2.5XT Limited also gets a boost of 20 horsepower to hit a more respectable 230-hp in a DOHC version of he flat-4. Improvements to the intake manifold and exhausts on the XT Limited enhance overall performance. The standard 5-speed manual transmission has been altered to give more short-throw shifting. A 4-speed automatic is also available on all trims but the L.L. Bean.
Design changes to the front end, grille, and exterior lights were also done in the 2006 Forester. Bumpers are now body-colored, and turn signals are incorporated into the side mirrors. Because of the redesigned exhaust, ground clearance has increased by half an inch.
Owners of the 2006 Forester praise the turbo power and performance, though there is some turbo lag. The all-wheel drive continues to earn praise in snowy climates, even though the Forester is technically not an off-roader. Good gas mileage for an SUV, lots of headroom, and wide visibility are other plusses. The non-turbo lack of power is disappointing, along with an annoyingly revving engine. Legroom can be cramped in the back row.
Reviews you can trust
| Excellent | 8 reviews | |
| Very Good | 2 reviews | |
| Average | 1 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 0 reviews |
“Tuner With Room”
Solid car, well built, lots of room without sacrificing performance. Strong engine, 5 speed clutch. Fast and good aftermarket support. Cheap to maintain, subaru parts are easy to find. Very fun to dri... More
“Yeah....”
Acceleration is great and it handles like a dream, no problems with it yet, got some normal nicks and scratches from driving and using the car, wish it was better on gass but 21-23 MPG isnt bad and it... More
“An Impreza Wrx By Any Other Name”
I didn't buy it for its looks but it aint that bad, but it goes like stink, has lots of room, nice leather seats and is a real sleeper. Great workhorse - my boat fits on the roof and the outboard in ... More
“My Suby”
Great car, just needed to change the tyres as the tyres it comes with are quite nosiy on the road. Great build quality, lovely to drive, lots of power and turbo gives it grunt. Easy for my dogs to get... More
“Go Buy It!”
I wish I got the 6 cylinder. I like a fast take off, but this is good, but I feel like I might hirt it if I take off to fast before waitng for it to get into gear. The wind noise thru the windows is l... More
“Subaru Forester 2.5 Turbo 2006”
The sports car of off-roaders,best of both worlds,0-100km/h in 6.9sec.240km/h top speed.top notch brakes and handling,after 110000 km no breakdown or repairs needed,amasing off-road capibilities,bit h... More
“Subaru Forester”
Great car! I amazed some serious Jeep fans in the sands of Mosambiek - comment: how did you get up here? In that!? Great buy, serious reliability and a fun drive. Good boot space, and although the han... More
“Goes Quick For A Station Wagon”
Clean Reliable, fun car More
“When A Car Doesn't Start When You Need It Most, This Is The One That You Want.”
good car, no leg room (anywhere) (any other questions ask) More
“2nd Time Owner And Still Love It.”
The best car I have owner for reliability, performs great, economical compared to the v8 I used to own. More
2006 Subaru Forester Trims
| MSRP: | $21,795 |
| Invoice: | $20,452 |
| MSRP: | $26,895 |
| Invoice: | $25,001 |
| MSRP: | $24,145 |
| Invoice: | $22,569 |
| MSRP: | $27,895 |
| Invoice: | $26,005 |
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