THIS IMMENSELY EFFICIENT AND SPORTY SUBARU BOXER 2.5 LITRE SOHC ENGINE OFFERS SUPERB DRIVABILITY WITH IMPROVED FUEL EFFICIENCY.
EVERY SUBARU HAS CONSTANT ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD), PRODUCING OPTIMUM BALANCE AND CONTROL - A MAJOR ELEMENT IN THE SUPERB HANDLING OF THE NEW FORESTER.
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5-speed manual transmission
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Yes
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-
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4-speed SPORTSHIFT automatic transmission
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No
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Yes
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Gear ratio - 1st
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3.454
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2.785
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Gear ratio - 2nd
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2.062
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1.545
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Gear ratio - 3rd
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1.448
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1.000
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Gear ratio - 4th
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1.088
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0.694
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Gear ratio - 5th
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0.780
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-
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Gear ratio - reverse
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3.333
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2.272
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Final reduction gear ratio
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4.111
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4.444
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Dual range reduction ratio
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1.196
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Engine type
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Horizontally opposed Boxer 4 cylinder, petrol engine
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Horizontally opposed Boxer 4 cylinder, petrol engine
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Valve mechanism
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SOHC with i-AVLS
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SOHC with i-AVLS
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Bore x stroke mm
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99.5 x 79.0
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99.5 x 79.0
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Capacity cc
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2457
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2457
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Compression ratio
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10
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10
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Fuel tank capacity litres
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60
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60
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Fuel system
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Multi point sequential injection
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Multi point sequential injection
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Fuel requirement RON
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90-98
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90-98
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Maximum power output (DIN) kW/rpm
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126kW@6000rpm
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126kW@6000rpm
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Maximum torque (DIN) Nm/rpm
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229Nm@4400rpm
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229Nm@4400rpm
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Maximum speed (in top gear) km/h
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184
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182
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Acceleration 0-100 Km/h secs
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10.4
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11.0
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Electronic Throttle Control system (ETC)
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Drive-by-wire
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Drive-by-wire
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Emission standards
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Euro 4
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Euro 4
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Active Torque Split
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-
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Yes
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Centre Differential with a Viscous Limited Slip Differential
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Yes
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No
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Steering
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Engine speed sensitive power assisted rack and pinion
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Engine speed sensitive power assisted rack and pinion
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Minimum turning circle (curb to curb) m
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10.5
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10.5
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Front suspension
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McPherson strut type, independent suspension
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McPherson strut type, independent suspension
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Rear suspension
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Self-levelling double wishbone type, independent suspension
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Self-levelling double wishbone type, independent suspension
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Front brakes
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Ventilated disc brake
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Ventilated disc brake
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Rear brakes
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Solid disc brake
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Solid disc brake
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Brake booster type mm
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Tandem
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Tandem
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ABS
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4-channel, 4-sensor ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
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4-channel, 4-sensor ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
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Tyre manufacturer
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Bridgestone
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Bridgestone
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Tyres (width, profile, size, load index and speed)
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215/65 R16 98H
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215/65 R16 98H
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Rim size (inches)
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16x6.5JJ
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16x6.5JJ
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Wheels
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16-inch Alloy
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16-inch Alloy
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Spare wheel
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16-inch Steel
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16-inch Steel
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Overall length (mm)
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4560
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4560
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Overall width (mm)
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1795
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1795
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Overall height (mm)
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1700
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1700
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Wheel base (mm)
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2615
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2615
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Front track (mm)
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1530
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1530
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Rear track (mm)
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1530
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1530
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Minimum ground clearance (mm)3
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220
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220
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Cargo volume - rear seat up/down (litres)
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450/1660
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450/1660
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Kerb weight (kg)4
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1465
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1480
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Seating capacity
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5
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5
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With trailer brakes (kg)
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1400
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1400
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Without trailer brakes (kg)
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750
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750
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Maximum towball down load (kg)
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140
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140
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1. Fuel consumption figures based on testing in accordance with ADR 81/01 including use of 95 RON fuel. Actual fuel consumption figures may vary depending on many factors, including fuel type and quality, driving style and environmental conditions of use. 2. Ground clearance at kerb weight. 3. Vehicle kerb weight varies according to the types of optional equipment included. 4. SPORTSHIFT is a registered trademark of Prodrive Ltd. Subaru Australia reserves the right to change mechanical specification and equipment levels without notice.
