Subaru Forester (08 on) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 17 October 2011
Subaru's answer to the Toyota RAV-4 and Nissan X-Trail, the Forester is an off roader in the old-school mould. Some alternatives may be more refined and comfortable, but the Forester is incredibly capable on tough terrain and makes an ideal choice if you regularly tackle muddy fields. The old car built up a strong following, especially among those living in the country, so Subaru's decision to ditch the estate bodystyle and turn it into a more conventional 4x4 may surprise some. The benefits are a spacious interior and good size boot, but on tarmac it feels dated to drive with overly soft suspension and lifeless steering.
2.5 out of 5

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P11D Value

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CO2 g/km

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BIK Band

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20% Tax / 40% Tax

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X

2012 / 2013 2013 / 2014
Model P11D Value CO2 g/km BIK Band 20% Tax 40% Tax 20% Tax 40% Tax

2.0 X 5d

£22,800

173

15%

£684

£1,368

£684

£1,368

2.0 X 5d Auto

£23,800

174

15%

£714

£1,428

£714

£1,428

2.0D X 5d

£24,600

155

18%

£885

£1,771

£885

£1,771

XC

2012 / 2013 2013 / 2014
Model P11D Value CO2 g/km BIK Band 20% Tax 40% Tax 20% Tax 40% Tax

2.0D XC 5d

£26,600

158

18%

£957

£1,915

£957

£1,915

XS

2012 / 2013 2013 / 2014
Model P11D Value CO2 g/km BIK Band 20% Tax 40% Tax 20% Tax 40% Tax

2.0D XS 5d

£28,900

158

18%

£1,040

£2,080

£1,040

£2,080

2.0 XS 5d

£26,800

173

15%

£804

£1,608

£804

£1,608

2.0 XS 5d Auto

£27,800

174

15%

£834

£1,668

£834

£1,668

2.0D XS NavPlus 5d

£30,600

158

18%

£1,101

£2,203

£1,101

£2,203