Whats New for the 2004 Subaru Forester?
Turbo power turns the 2004 Subaru Forester into a muscular little SUV this year. The new Forester 2.5XT makes 210 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 235 lb.-ft. of torque at 3,600 rpm, good for acceleration to 60 mph in less than seven seconds. The 2.5XT also gets a functional hood scoop that feeds cool air to the engine, monotone exterior paint, aluminum-finish roof rails, unique 16-inch alloy wheels and a chrome exhaust outlet. Inside, 2.5XT models have unique gauges, exclusive upholstery, aluminum doorsill plates and a full load of standard equipment. The Subaru Forester 2.5X and Subaru Forester 2.5XS carry over virtually unchanged, except for the addition of sport-design gauges, a collapsible pedal system and upgraded audio units on the XS.Advantages of the 2004 Subaru Forester: Drives like a car but looks like an SUVNew 2.5XT model with stout turbocharged powerComfortable up front with lots of cargo space in backDeserved reputation for reliabilityObjections to the 2004 Subaru Forester: N
