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Subaru Forester V (facelift 2021) 2.0ie e-BOXER (150 Hp) AWD Lineartronic
Subaru Forester:
The Subaru Forester is a compact crossover SUV that has been manufactured by Subaru since 1997. The first generation was built on the platform of the Impreza in the style of a taller station wagon, a style that continued to the second generation, while the third-generation model onwards moved towards a crossover SUV design. A performance model was available for the second-generation Forester in Japan as the Forester STi.
The Forester was first introduced as the Streega concept at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show and became available for sale in Japan in February 1997, reaching the U. S. market later that year for the 1998 model year. As one of the first crossover SUVs, it was reportedly inspired by Volkswagen. Built in the style of a station wagon, the Forester featured a taller stance, higher H-point seating, and a standard all-wheel drive drivetrain. Subaru marketed it with the slogan "SUV tough, Car Easy". It utilized the Impreza platform but was powered by the larger 2. 5-liter DOHC EJ25D engine from the Subaru Outback, producing 123 kW at 5,600 rpm and 220 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm....(Read more on Wikipedia)
V (facelift 2021) Overview:
Subaru Forester (V (facelift 2021)). With 194 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1672 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.8 s). The top speed reaches 188 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Community Verdict
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3.7 / 5
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (145 hp) for versatile driving.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
Overall Rating: 4/5
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (facelift 2016): 2016 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Forester |
| Generation: | V (facelift 2021) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0ie e-BOXER (150 Hp) AWD Lineartronic |
| Start of production: | 2021 |
| End of production: | 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | SUV, Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5600-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.2 Hp/l [30mm more] |
| Torque: | 194 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | FB20 More details about the engine FB20 |
| Engine displacement: | 1995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 188 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1658-1686 |
| Max. weight: | 2185 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 499-527 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1779 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 509 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1870 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2070 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 21° |
| Length: | 4640 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Width: | 1815 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Height: | 1730 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2065 mm |
| Front track: | 1565 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 220 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 21.4° |
| Departure angle: | 25.8° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the four wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Lineartronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R17; 225/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17; 7J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 0.6 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Under the trunk |
| Electric motor power: | 17 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 66 Nm |
| Electric motor location: | Integrated into the transmission |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| Battery voltage: | 118.4 V |
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