The New 2020 Subaru Forester: Rugged Versatility Meets Everyday Practicality

The Subaru Forester is one of the top compact SUVs with its unique balance of adventurous spirit and family-friendly design. The new 2020 Forester delivers a spacious interior, innovative safety, and advanced technology to make your daily driving around Charlottesville convenient, secure, and entertaining. You can also expect legendary traction and stability features for extra confidence.

Performance

The new Forester comes with a standard 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine that produces 182 horsepower and 176 pound-feet of torque. This power allows you to pass and merge with confidence when you drive in the Crozet area. It also allows for up to 1,500 pounds of towing so that you can bring along a boat or pop-up camper on your next adventure.

As expected, the new Forester comes with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. This iconic drivetrain cannot be overstated since it provides legendary traction and control in all types of driving conditions. The symmetrical layout of the system ensures that power is transferred easily while maintaining an ideal weight distribution.

Some of the other available traction and stability features for the new Forester include:

• X-MODE®
• Hill Descent Control
• Vehicle Dynamics Control
• Active Torque Vectoring
• Trailer Stability Assist

The new Forester comes with a standard Lineartronic® CVT to optimize gear ratios while providing a seven-speed manual mode for select models for even more control. All models now come with a standard Auto Start-Stop System to reduce emissions and fuel-consumption in idle situations. Subaru Intelligent Drive also comes standard for two different modes of vehicle performance characteristics.

Features

The new Forester is filled with premium features to make your daily driving more comfortable, convenient, and satisfying. A 6-inch touchscreen and SUBARU STARLINK™ Multimedia system come standard for intuitive access to key features.

This comprehensive comes with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration so that you can seamlessly enjoy select features while on the go. Get directions, send messages, and listen to your favorite playlists with ease with your phone integrated with the multimedia system.

There's even the option to upgrade to an 8-inch touchscreen for even more convenience when reading information and navigating. Some of the features that are offered with this multimedia system include:

• Pandora® Integration
• Bluetooth® Connectivity
• Voice Control
• SiriusXM®
• HD Radio®

If that wasn't enough, the new Forester comes with a robust selection of amenities to improve your driving experience in the Ruckersville area. Some of the top amenities available include:

• Auto-on/off headlights
• Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and PIN-Code Access
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability
• Dual front- and second-row USB ports
• Power rear gate

The new Forester provides EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology standard for access to highly sophisticated safety features.

Interior

You and your passenger will have plenty of space to remain comfortable for any driving length with up to 111.9 cubic feet of passenger volume. If you're looking to maximize your cargo space, you can fold the rear seats flat for up to 76.1 cubic feet of cargo space. With the adaptable design of the Forester, you can easily accommodate passengers while having the cargo space you need for equipment and luggage.

Some of the available interior features include:

• Heated rear outboard seats
• One-touch folding rear seatback
• Sport cloth upholstery with orange stitching
• Color multifunction display
• Leather-trimmed upholstery

Come to Our Subaru Dealership in Charlottesville

We carry the latest Subaru lineup as well as new Subaru SUVs, allowing you to explore your options. If the new 2020 Forester seems right for you, schedule a test drive today!