2024 Subaru Forester: Spacious, Safe, and Versatile

Known for its practicality

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00:00The 2024 Subaru Forester continues to be a top contender in the compact SUV segment,

00:05known for its practicality, safety, and off-road prowess. With just minor updates this year,

00:11it's the go-to option for drivers seeking space, comfort, and versatility.

00:17New for 2024, premium trims now come with standard LED fog lights and a sleek rear-roof spoiler in

00:23crystal black silica. Limited models also get a stylish update with black textured fog light

00:28covers. One of the Forester's strongest points is its spacious interior. With class-leading rear

00:34legroom and up to 74.2 cubic feet of cargo space, it's among the roomiest crossovers in its class.

00:40Plus, soft-touch materials add a premium feel to the cabin. Under the hood, all 2024 Foresters

00:47come with a 2.5-liter flat-four engine delivering 182 horsepower. It's paired with Subaru's renowned

00:53Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, giving the Forester excellent stability in all weather conditions.

00:59However, its performance won't set your pulse racing as the engine can feel sluggish compared

01:03to more powerful rivals. For those craving more off-road capability, the Forester Wilderness

01:09adds extra ground clearance, all-terrain tires, and a reprogrammed X-Mode for better traction.

01:15While it's capable, it doesn't stand too far above the standard Forester in off-road situations.

01:20When it comes to practicality, the Forester outshines key rivals like the Toyota RAV4

01:25and Honda CR-V by offering superior legroom and cargo capacity. It's not the most exciting crossover

01:31to drive, but it is one of the most functional. Safety is a Forester hallmark. Subaru's EyeSight

01:37suite of driver assistance features comes standard with front automatic emergency braking, lane keep

01:43assist, and adaptive cruise control. Higher trims add blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic

01:48alert. On the tech front, the 2024 Forester offers either a 6.5-inch or 8-inch touchscreen,

01:55both equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Premium trims and above also come with

02:01additional USB ports and upgraded audio systems. Overall, the 2024 Subaru Forester delivers on its

02:07promises. It's spacious, safe, and versatile. If you're after a reliable compact SUV with

02:13off-road capability and strong value, the Forester is tough to beat.