Quick Snapshot
The Forester XT gets these features over the Forester XS:

2.5 Litre turbo engine, rear roof spoiler, 17" alloy wheels, bonnet scoop, engine cover, xenon headlights, alloy pedals, silver instrument panel, more torque and more power.

Underneath the distinctive bonnet scoop you’ll discover the powerful Boxer engine capable of producing 169 kW of power at 5,200 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 2,800 rpm 

The Forester XT features electronic throttle control or ‘drive-by-wire’ technology, similar to that used on the Subaru World Rally Cars, producing smoother drivability and improved fuel economy.
Every Forester has the maximum 5-star ANCAP^ Occupant Safety rating, giving you peace of mind and class leading levels of occupant safety. 

Every 2009 model Subaru comes with VDC stability control and the highest 5-Star  ANCAP^  Occupant Safety rating as a standard across the range.


^. Australian New Car Assesement Program (ANCAP) - Tested under Australian conditions.