2025 Subaru Forester | First Drive

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The Subaru Forester is mostly new for 2024 and we got it out in some dirt to see if it's just as easy and capable as before. #KBB
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00:00 2025 Subaru Forester
00:20 What's new?
00:37 Exterior changes
01:11 Interior Changes
02:37 Driving Impressions
02:57 Cargo and passenger space
04:21 Safety features
06:33 Fuel Economy numbers
07:45 Pricing
10:28 Competitors
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@Thenevisian Ай бұрын

That whole front end is screaming Ford explorer

@panchert5732 27 күн бұрын

I think that is partly due to the brand emblem. Ford and Subaru have similar blue oval emblems among the numerous automakers.

@SquidCena 8 күн бұрын

Everyone says this but the thing looks different...

@FlyGuy457 Ай бұрын

2018 Forrester owner. In MN, when we get a 3+ ft of snow fall, the Subaru is the one we take out and have never been disappointed. Its a good value proposition. Average 32 MPG on the highway. Zero issues. Is it fun, no-is it reliable and predictable-yes.

@carmencajayon937 Ай бұрын

Our family had a Legacy 1992 worked everyday until Stolen last May 2023. Timing-belt originally until change in 2019. Two set of Rims and Tires for Summer and Winter. The Set of OEM Rims and Bridgestone Winter Tires were still on the Car when it was Stolen by a Tow-truck that used to tow our Vehicles by AMA... 😂 😂 of all the years, cost us 2 sets of CV-axels and 2 batteries. One time Transmission Fluids change and service. 2 sets of Sparkplugs ... We changed oil in the Garage; 5 minute Jobs and done every 4 months disregard of how many Miles driven; and we bought A Tank of Oil wholesale, so Engine-oil costs were very low like 10.00 Dollars a change. Radiator Fluid/Coolant changed every End of Summer by ourselves annually since 2005. And the 1992 needed nothing but Gasoline but very cheap back then until last 5 years which we have not driven as many miles as before. We also have an OB Made in USA, 2008 not as great, having some HG problems other than that everything has been alright. Cheers,

@farcinue Ай бұрын

It looks better than the previous generation. The big windows really make a difference from the inside.

@davescott1491 24 күн бұрын

Excellent review. Thank you. Looks like a very strong contender.

@maciejszumny6919 Ай бұрын

I’m driving my 2016 Forester since new and I really like it. I wasn’t impressed by the styling of the newest generation in the beginning, but the longer I was watching the video, the more I’ve come to appreciate it. What I would improve in my car would be the road noise, so I’m happy Subaru is constantly moving in that direction.

@76carmel Ай бұрын

Subaru is putting a hybrid powertrain in the Forester. However, I’m wondering if Subaru will put the 2.4L turbo-4 and will make it an XT version.

@russelljones2468 24 күн бұрын

If they make it XT, then I'm buying it! Bring back the Forester XT!

@ken_in_atx9619 17 күн бұрын

Doesn’t need the 2.4. They already have the 2.0 Turbo in the Outback and Ascent, use that.

@jeffnaval4894 15 күн бұрын

Yes they are putting Hybrid but next year forester is no longer be made in japan starting nextyear.

@jonathanrosillo5507 13 күн бұрын

I’m a Subaru technician, the Ascent and Outback don’t have the 2.0 turbo, the Outback has the option to come with the 2.4turbo and the ascent is standard with the 2.4turbo which is the same engine in the newest WRX. The FA24

@moisetopaz Ай бұрын

Mazda does offer AWD standard in North America for the CX5 and etc.

@Lorentz_Driver Ай бұрын

And a turbo!

@RevenantShark Ай бұрын

And better driving!

@ShiftinAt8600 Ай бұрын

And a 6speed traditional automatic

@carmencajayon937 Ай бұрын

Mazda all High-end Model CX-'s were Made and still are made in Japan; and companies like Mazda and Mitsubishi learned from Subaru that Full-time or AWD are better for Owners ─ Safety, Better Tractions ─ Those can/could afford for a Car in Japan and or Asia; and or Australia/New Zealand ─ mileage Fuel Saving not on their mind. In USA has been a Unit Set of Situations where Some Models were only Made in USA, and some from Japan; But in Australia and New Zealand, all Subaru imported from Japan ─ and also Right-hand-Wheel ─ there have been less incidents of Problems like Head-gasket in Subaru Legacy and/or OB. Same applied to UK. So, they are cheaper and high quality of RHD Subaru for International Market. One can't order a Non-AWD Subaru but with Mazda and Mitsubishi ─ for Australia, Singapore New Zealand, Owners/Buyers still have choice to choose FWD only. That is the Difference that set Subaru from other Automakers. All Cars/Vehicles will be AWD and CVT = That made trimline simple and cost of production will go down. Subaru cares but will not bother with small set of Customers/Buyers want a Manual 6-speed Clutched Gearbox Transmission ─ Except if one is to order those Limited Edition WRX STI Red-painted Manifolds. Regards,

@achiles13 Ай бұрын

If we got the cx50 in europe, I’d get that… but with cx5 ground clearance barely half an inch over my hatchback, subaru wins…

@robertgloverjr 24 күн бұрын

You said Touring model has 360 degree view and rear view camera. Does it have front view camera? Does it have rear view mirror option for TV camera view?

@arturoluna475 14 күн бұрын

Damn I didn’t know Kelley was a bombshell 🔥

@rustlebruxz0013 Ай бұрын

That new dash console is awful. One of the nice things about the previous version was physical knobs to control temp and vents. Now you have to hope you're pressing the right area for the virtual controls. Hey Subaru, pay the extra dollar and give us knobs, not more touch screens. We're driving a car, not piloting a space ship. I'll hang on to my '23 Forester as the new model is now off my list of possibles.

@viviandibrell849 21 күн бұрын

Can’t wait to buy one!

@ericpizarro3084 Ай бұрын

I will seriously consider this one but the hybrid. The only problem is that I love sooo much my 2021 Crosstrek Sport what will only make me have the two of them or convince my wife to sell her Ascent and get this one. Probably the way to go. Still her car have give her zero issues with almost 70,000 miles.

@ryanfrisby7389 Ай бұрын

Excellent video!

@reonalfa1562 Ай бұрын

I love it 😻

@truc13 Ай бұрын

Can't fool us Ford Explorer!

@josephfaircloth8322 Ай бұрын

There are no words that can describe how disappointed I am to see the physical knobs and buttons going away on these newer cars. As someone in the market for a new Subaru (since I just totaled my ‘21 outback), I was really hoping to look at the foresters physical buttons because the infotainment system is so laggy. It even shows in this video. For a company so focused on safety, these laggy screens are clunky and frustrating to do even simple things like change climate controls or operate any form of entertainment.

@robburgess4556 Ай бұрын

How do you know that the seats reduce fatigue on long trips, Lyn?

@user-xb7dp4vu3r 27 күн бұрын

😅🤣

@user-ey2ud3ch2v Ай бұрын

XT!!!

@GXKid06 Ай бұрын

So its a ford explorer front and a 2012 Mitsubishi outlanderback

@g7003041 Ай бұрын

Hahaha exactly, I was about to say that too. 😅

@g7003041 Ай бұрын

Hahaha I was about to say that too. 😅 that is why she don't want to talk a lots about exterior look. She might accidentally said this Ford...ops!..!, and then this Mitsubishi Outlander 😂

@andrewnollert Ай бұрын

So true! 😂😂😂

@ericpizarro3084 Ай бұрын

But without the bad reputation of those two so, who cares!

@mono1342 26 күн бұрын

The only Forester worth buying is XT model that was discontinued in about 2018. All other trims are anemic. "Sport trim" non-XT Forester is laughable.

@ihoryakubovskiy4843 17 күн бұрын

What transmission do you prefer if not a CVT in this price segment?

@uttamgala7186 17 күн бұрын

Auto

@andrewc8701 Ай бұрын

Wow I didn't know Subaru makes 2015 Ford Explorers

@DavGreg 17 күн бұрын

Yes, the Subaru styling shop needs to be fired. They are borrowing heavily from Toyota and apparently Ford.

@lorenschwiderski 17 күн бұрын

@@DavGreg Looks good to me, and I bet thousands will agree.

@lorenschwiderski 17 күн бұрын

You are terribly confused, but that's OK.

@Quincyq15 Ай бұрын

Not impressed I think Subaru can do better. Especially by cutting the iPad screen.

@kris11ocean 17 күн бұрын

Love the Forester evolution. But why they fell into the tablet design touchpad for Everything? Miss the climate control. At least the Xmode should have kept with a selector button.

@antoniolepore8155 Ай бұрын

The take rate for the old Forester Turbo was not high. The reason, the old Turbo was it used Premium fuel. Put the 2.4 liter turbo from the Outback in it (using regular fuel) and it will sell. Do you think Subaru will ever put the Outback Turbo in the Forester?

@carmencajayon937 Ай бұрын

There are few Catching Points here: The Foresters Have been Manufactured out of Japan ─ there are certain Grades and Fuel Types required by Japanese Governments; while as the OB in America came from Indiana ─ Therefore, they OB and Legacy WRX built with Different Set of Designs. The Foresters 2025 and Beyond, so are CrossTrek will be Made in USA, Indiana and Subaru will Phase out/Discontinue Subaru Legacy. Subaru is a Subsidiary of Toyoda ─ so they will have Hybrid designed by Toyoda and will Manufacture from Plants that currently and will be making both Subaru and Toyoda Hybrids. Cars/SUV. Regards, For Internationally Selling Markets like Australia and/or Canada, Europe ─ All Foresters, CrossTrek and/or Impreza WRX will be Manufactured (Japan)─ without the Wilderness Trim Model. (cheers)...

@genericreference6969 12 күн бұрын

Something tells me the hybrid will be functionally equivalent - more power - while also delivering better economy. Like the new Civic hybrid

@revampted Ай бұрын

Did they fix that Auto Start Yank that what I hated when getting a loaner when the Crosstrek was getting serviced

@JeffSpehar-ov1cn Ай бұрын

I turn mine off when I get in the car (2024 Outback Wilderness).

@lorenschwiderski 17 күн бұрын

OFF press.

@TalismanPHX Ай бұрын

Mazda equips all of its SUVs with all-wheel drive 😮

@Stinger430 Ай бұрын

@ <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="646">10:46</a>...The Forester can be considered as Muddy Spice.

@saul71101 15 күн бұрын

Turbo/hybrid sounds like fun. Hating the grill looks like a explorer

@Djpauly_bobo Ай бұрын

wish it had a turbo. This suv segment is soooo slow.

@AdarshRai-yc1gu Ай бұрын

I would rather go for an Outback or Ascent if I were there. Just feels more generous & mammoth(ly)!

@raymondhachmishvili2483 Ай бұрын

those black emblems on D pillar look out of place and kinda ruins the "flow" of the design

@farcinue Ай бұрын

Where was this film location?

@genericreference6969 12 күн бұрын

Montana

@WhiteRoseUS Ай бұрын

This thing looks like a Ford Explorer. TF!

@rajTrondhjem10 Ай бұрын

Sophisticated it is..

@stephenwinter8892 Ай бұрын

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I understand that the hybrid power train is available 12 months from today according to car confections KZfaq channel and toyota is supplier of this as the 2 companies have a partnership of 19 years ciao

@Zreik20 Ай бұрын

Toyota owns a small percentage of Subaru.

@stephenwinter8892 Ай бұрын

@@Zreik20 it's 20% I know for sure because I called the head office in Canada hopefully this will help you better in my future posts

@bambamyong Ай бұрын

Not a bad looking Ford! I like it

@lorenschwiderski 17 күн бұрын

Ford is still in business, if you are in need for one. Subaru, and Honda of course, a better choice. :)

@billyrock8305 Ай бұрын

We are getting sick of car manufacturers brain washing us to buy high profit margin massive trucks and SUVs! 😡 We just want a hybrid sedan for $25,000. 😡

@TalismanPHX Ай бұрын

Corolla Hybrid 😊

@drivinginthedcbaarea 28 күн бұрын

@@TalismanPHX …more than one option.

@DavGreg 17 күн бұрын

No we do not.

@billyrock8305 17 күн бұрын

@@DavGreg Sucker!! 😂😂😂

@gcanyon3114 11 күн бұрын

The front and rear end redesign is terrible IMO. I’m hoping they redesign these at the mid cycle refresh. Otherwise, it looks fine. Hoping it gets a real hybrid though and not a plug in.

@josephpanozzo4815 Ай бұрын

Too bad testers never test the base model. I would like to see how the most affordable model tests out.

@barsaf9989 Ай бұрын

Omg why does it look like a ford? Cross between an Escape and Explore exactly.

@nolunchiseverfree Ай бұрын

Have the fixed the auto stop/start to keep it from violently shaking the whole car on startup and shutdown?

@lorenschwiderski 17 күн бұрын

Push OFF

@AllStars2525 Ай бұрын

Subaru did fantastic work with the interior and exterior. At these price points with standard AWD, you have to admit they compensate for the low HP/torque and the CVT. Great review, Lynne!

@ByrdNick Ай бұрын

We like our 2016 touring trim, but I doubt we’ll want a combustion engine vehicle for our next car. If Subaru doesn’t catch up on hybrid and fully electric drivetrains, we’ll probably be looking elsewhere for our next car.

@saintsubie6661 Ай бұрын

Forester will be offered in hybrid, and there is always the electric Solterra.

@JustNotInBoba Ай бұрын

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="53">0:53</a> I think you mean it very much likes a Ford Explorer 😂

@Pierrelourens1 Ай бұрын

HVAC controls on a touchscreen are an automatic deal breaker

@tomcat1555 Ай бұрын

It's really not bad, the HVAC control is permanently on the bottom of the screen.

@rmat9023 Ай бұрын

im glad toyota said no to that.

@saintsubie6661 Ай бұрын

They increased the base price by over $3000. Not a fan of the styling, doesn’t bear any resemblance to the new WRX and Crosstrek. Subaru buyers have a clan mentality so they like the different models to share styling elements. Power is fine when vehicle only has driver but not enough when carrying multiple passengers, cargo or towing

@chriswessner220 3 күн бұрын

I have the outback. Screen sucks. You need all the safety stuff to help you while you looking at a screen to change things instead of a button. Shame they didn’t keep a normal setup. Nice cars otherwise

@blah67i Ай бұрын

It's a Ford Forester

@Hexsyn Ай бұрын

XD that is exactly what my wife said just 30 seconds into the video

@aaronbarkus6458 Ай бұрын

Ford wouldnt dare make something this slow and uninspired in 2024

@thomas735 Ай бұрын

Except these are reliable unlike 99% of ford products

@alioztoprak8830 Ай бұрын

Exactly 😂

@jsph3209 29 күн бұрын

I 💯

@giochinina100 Күн бұрын

great car

@faridra6963 Ай бұрын

Lyn is the best👍

@58631061 Ай бұрын

compete with honda cr-v and hr-v toyota rav4

@tommwi3210 22 күн бұрын

Like you couldn’t wash the car before you did the review?

@Lorentz_Driver Ай бұрын

where turbo

@ethandeuel4313 10 күн бұрын

Makes you think you are going faster everyone

@BBlackmen Ай бұрын

I'm hoping that Subaru reads the comments more power an old lady on a big wheel pass me up yesterday and my Subaru more power I don't know how long will I keep telling you people more power

@ricks2314 23 күн бұрын

LIke the 2024 better

@cherochero2294 28 күн бұрын

Hopefully, the Toyota hybrid system will provide plenty of power…

@DJ_JMIZZEL Ай бұрын

NIce 😊 😊 😊 😊

@Wannabe-rockstar-fan 25 күн бұрын

Would it kill you to clean it before you shot the video?

@LucidDreamer54321 16 күн бұрын

The engine is not the same as the previous engine.

@DavGreg 17 күн бұрын

I wish they would move sunroofs back onto the options list instead of forcing it on buyers. I never use them. The new styling is ugly and the tacky "copper" cladding is worse.

@adamwright9741 10 күн бұрын

It's 2024... If I ever buy a new car again I don't see how it can be anything but a hybrid. I can't touch Subaru Intel they bring out hybrids, and frankly that so-called new infotainment system looks so old and gaudy that I'm not sure I would pick the Forester even though it clicks most of my boxes.

@vitusbering6453 2 күн бұрын

Subaru has lost it's "off-road" capability since they switched to CVT . The Forester now is good only for city drivers.

@JeffSpehar-ov1cn Ай бұрын

Hopefully the hybrid has a lot more power. This thing is too slow.

@greendg7 Ай бұрын

Good idea subaru, test drive at elevation to hilight lack of power

@WayApp Ай бұрын

Looks like it's ready for adventure.

@davidgilhousen8191 Ай бұрын

Watched about a dozen of these "Test drive Forester in Montana" videos. The lady reviewers tend to gush over the comfort features, but the guys balk over the poor acceleration, lack of a hybrid, and bland styling. Ladies think its a good deal for the price, guys want everything for $10 K less.

@user-xb7dp4vu3r 27 күн бұрын

So what do you think about it?

@rmat9023 Ай бұрын

Man if only they offered a more powerful option. I guess Since Toyota, Nissan, Honda all offer 1 engine in their mid-size cross over, they figure having a more powerful option is lame. So this Car still gets less than 200 hp. sad.

@shahzadjumma3590 Ай бұрын

Subaru is asking too much money, I bought 2016 Forester in 2020 with 50k miles for $12k Subaru maintenance is costly, too

@aequitas8749 Ай бұрын

Can it tow a boat

@user-xb7dp4vu3r 27 күн бұрын

we need a bigger boat!

@andrewcairo6299 Ай бұрын

Anyone else getting sick of new cars being either EV's or SUV's?

@chandler4bing Ай бұрын

Make Sedans Great Again lol 😅

@76carmel Ай бұрын

Unfortunately, that’s where the demand of the auto industry is currently.

@76carmel Ай бұрын

@@chandler4bingAnd unfortunately, Subaru will end the production of the Legacy after the 2025 model year.

@sportsMike87 Ай бұрын

Yes, sedans are still less expensive and lower cost to maintain

@barsaf9989 Ай бұрын

But suvs is what you buy.

@mattostlund6909 Ай бұрын

Had a 2015 Forester and hated it. I liked the exterior design and the AWD and also had good visibility but it felt like a tin can with some of lightest most numb steering I've ever experienced. The heated seats didn't power on when you remote started the vehicle which the dealer didn't warn me about and was such a surprise, especially in Canada. Had endless issues with the heater/AC. I thought the CVT would grow on me, but didn't. Really regretted buying it and doubt I will ever purchase another Subaru. Their modern interpretations are so bland as well, hate the giant screens. After being an owner, I just can't figure out what people see in this brand. There is far better value out there in my opinion.

@chuckwalla2967 29 күн бұрын

How old is Lyn?

@saintsubie6661 27 күн бұрын

NOYB

@user-xb7dp4vu3r 27 күн бұрын

enough

@ScooterFitAdventure Ай бұрын

Glad we got a 24, this one looks terrible. Can’t stand the new front end.

@Ittou-Ogami Ай бұрын

19 колеса спорное решение для сельской местности

@spoontaneous4345 Ай бұрын

What's that big refrigerator looking thing in the middle of the dash?? [tic]

@greendg7 8 күн бұрын

5yrs to use crosstreck chassis , 25000 car and same engine ????? Subaru buyers brainwashed

@drivinginthedcbaarea Ай бұрын

At least it looks better than the old one but that rear end is still heinous. It's like Subaru forgot how to design a car!

@hagbard72 Ай бұрын

Don't give a crap about infotainment systems, give me a cheaper vehicle. Will even do without power windows, AC and would actually like manual transmission. And AWD means if one tire goes, you have to replace ALL of them. Not a selling point, they don't do half of what people think they do.

@manofthehighlands Ай бұрын

Looks like a honda trying to be a mercedes. Im sorry 😂

@Jojoba-wz6ri Ай бұрын

The exterior looks bad, cheap, and dated. The Crosstrek looks much better.

@dingwings Ай бұрын

Genuinely thought this was a new Ford

@michaelh4154 Ай бұрын

I have a Forrester. Seems like they may still the same old same old it would’ve killed you to wash the darn thing.

@sportsMike87 Ай бұрын

Bland styling continues

@lawnmowerdude Ай бұрын

All I see is a last get ford explorer.

@chavisberrien4844 Ай бұрын

Ford looking

@tommyroan298 28 күн бұрын

No. Take it back. Subaru please apologize to Ford for this.

@Perceni Ай бұрын

Ford explorer front end

@timmcgreevy7910 6 күн бұрын

If you're going to show a new vehicle at least you can wash it. Pretty crappy job on your part.

@boa4533 Ай бұрын

The most boring vehicle in the segment. Omg subaru could have really done better with the design

@lazypanda1493 Ай бұрын

It looks like a ford

@Ittou-Ogami Ай бұрын

Грустный бегемот

@RevenantShark Ай бұрын

Absurd pricing and not even standard hybrid. Every other company looks the same with just another SUV.

@xiondFirst Ай бұрын

Yeah hybrid is all the rage. It looks very boring in my opinion.

@joerichardwad1645 5 күн бұрын

Looks like a 7 or 8 year old design. Subaru still going ALL IN on ugly. 🙄

@humzatariq5411 Ай бұрын

Looks like a ford EDGE

@pummppkinn Ай бұрын

Like most Subaru's, it's still boring. The 0-60mph times are still measured in weeks, and has handling qualities more akin to that of a boat.

@darmar6895 Ай бұрын

Hello honda

@quesokid4959 Ай бұрын

That shit looks like it has body damage all over. Gay body pannek design.

@jacobyo99 Ай бұрын

The exterior looks a lot better but the interior is so unattractive and bland. Also underpowered