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For the latest ratings and information, visit ConsumerReports.org OVERALL SCORE ! RECOMMENDED FEBRUARY 2019 2019 Subaru Forester CR MPG Overall 28/ City 20/ Hwy 38 mpg 88 Ratings Use the Overall Score Start your car shopping by reviewing models that have the #1 of 15 Compact Sport-utility Vehicles 88 highest Overall Scores, then use our detailed ratings to narrow your list. 41 RANGE OF TESTED LARGE CARS 88 Overall Survey ROAD TEST PREDICTED RELIABILITY PREDICTED OWNER SATISFACTION FRONTAL CRASH PREVENTION Make & Model Score Results Safety Road-Test Results Fwd Collision Warning Standard 90/100 4/5 4/5 Auto Brakes City Standard Auto Brakes Highway Standard Road Test Results Owner Reports Rec. Predicted reliability Owner satisfaction Front-crash prevention score Road-test Overall mpg Acceleration 0-60 mph, sec. Dry braking 60-0 mph, ft. maneuver Avoidance mph speed, handlingRoutine Ride Noise Seat comfort front/rear Controls Luggage, suitcases+duffels/ cargo volume, cu.ft. WORSE BETTER Performance Reliability History COMPACT SUVs !0 Subaru Forester Premium 88 40 40 Std./ 50 90 28 9.2 130 53.0 40 40 30 40 / 50 50 36.5 Acceleration 3/5 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 !0 Mazda CX-5 Touring 81 40 40 Std./ x0 80 24 8.6 133 54.0 40 40 40 40 / 40 40 30.5 0 to 60 mph (sec.) 9.2 sec 2 3 3 2 3 5 4 5 !0 Honda CR-V EX (1.5T) 76 30 40 Opt. 82 28 8.2 137 52.0 40 30 40 40 / 50 40 36.0 4/5 Transmission !0 Nissan Rogue SV 73 30 20 Std./ 50 74 24 9.5 134 54.0 30 40 30 30 / 40 50 31.5 !0 Volkswagen Tiguan SE 72 30 30 Opt. 84 25 10.3 131 52.0 40 40 40 40 / 50 40 33.0 Fuel Economy 4/5 Reliability Trouble Spots !0 Kia Sportage LX (2.4L) 69 30 30 Opt. 78 23 9.6 128 52.5 40 30 30 40 / 40 50 29.5 This car is new and detailed reliability trouble spots will be CR’s Overall Mileage 28 mpg Ford Escape SE (1.5T) 67 30 30 Opt. 75 23 10.1 132 50.0 40 40 40 30 / 30 50 34.0 available at a later date. CR’s City Mileage 20 mpg Chevrolet Equinox LT (1.5T) 66 30 30 Opt. 78 25 9.6 132 53.0 40 40 40 40 / 40 50 32.0 CR’s Highway Mileage 38 mpg Engine Major N/A *Indicates miles-per-gallon equivalent (MPGe). Annual Fuel Cost $1,030 Engine Minor N/A Braking 5/5 HOW WE TEST: Recommended models results and the availability of front- offered; Opt. means it’s available but if a model’s gear selector lacks fail- Engine Cooling N/A did well in our Overall Score, which crash prevention features, such not as standard equipment. We also safes or is difficult to operate. All- factors in Road-Test Results, Predicted as forward collision warning and rate models from 3 to 5 based on Access or Digital members can go to 3/5 Emergency Handling reliability, Owner satisfaction, and automatic emergency braking. NA how many advanced safety features CR.org/cars for complete ratings. Owner Satisfaction Safety, which includes crash-test means no such safety system is come standard. We deduct points Comfort/Convenience This car is new and detailed owner satisfaction will be available at a later date. 10 20 30 40 50 !0 WORSE BETTER RECOMMENDED Ride 4/5 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Noise 3/5 3 3 3 x x x 5 N/A Front Seat Comfort 4/5 Rear Seat Comfort 5/5 Interior Fit & Finish 4/5 Driving Experience 75/100 Trunk/Cargo Area 3/5 Comfort 61/100 Value 73/100 The latest infotainment system is intuitive and responds quickly. It is also Road Test compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. On the utility front, the split seats fold nearly flat, leaving a slightly The updated Subaru Forester is a smart, well-executed small SUV that inclined surface for cargo. Opening the power liftgate exposes a wide, boasts a roomy interior, great fuel economy, and plenty of standard safety square-shaped space that can swallow a fair amount of bulky ware- equipment. house-store items. There’s even enough space with the rear seat folded Beneath the familiar exterior design, Subaru has made a lot of improve- down to fit a bicycle with both wheels on. ments without altering the SUV’s sensible, no-nonsense character. The The Forester falters only when it comes to refinement. Despite upgraded ride is comfortable and supple, the steering is responsive, and there’s little soft-touch surfaces and additional padding, some interior materials look body lean around corners. cheap. But what the SUV lacks in panache it makes up for in The standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is a little more powerful but practicality. that doesn’t make the Forester any quicker. Sprinting from 0-60 mph takes Forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure 9.2 sec—which puts it on the slow side compared to other small SUVs. In warning, and lane keeping assist come standard. the real world, however, the Forester has enough power to pass and merge successfully. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) has been refined Best Version to Get to be less obtrusive, but drivers still hear a pronounced engine buzz under acceleration. The Premium trim is a good place to start since it includes blind-spot Fuel economy is impressive at 28 mpg overall, tying the Honda CR-V warning, a power driver’s seat, rear air vents, sunroof and alloy wheels. EX for the best mileage of any small SUV that isn’t a diesel or a hybrid. For additional convenience and luxury items such as leather upholstery, Ride and handling have also improved. The Forester is adept at ab- bigger infotainment screen, and dual-zone automatic climate control, the sorbing road imperfections, making it one of the better riding in the cat- Limited trim is the way to go. egory. And yet, it benefits from responsive handling with less body roll and quicker steering than the previous version when rounding corners. Notable changes: The spacious interior has controls that are easy to use, plenty of headroom, The Forester is all new for 2019. We’re pleased to see that Subaru’s Eyesight and some of the best visibility of any new vehicle. The driving position suite of advanced safety features is now standard on all trims. helps provide a commanding view of the road ahead. Most versions come with a power seat that is comfortable and supportive, thanks in part to To read the full road test go to https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/ its adjustable lumbar support. subaru/forester/2019/road-test. As is often true for Subaru, the controls are simple to reach and use. Highs Lows Fuel economy Engine noise Great visibility Roomy interior Easy Controls (#S0657516-6) Reprinted with permission from ConsumerReports.org © 2018, Consumer Reports. 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