The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester continues decades of Forester fan favorites, including its functionality, excellent visibility, roomy cabin, and standard all-wheel drive. Here, we highlight the updates to the sixth-generation Forester, including its refreshed styling, refined ride, and cabin experience. We also answer audience questions about the affect of gas-saving start/stop systems in vehicles and if a used Ford F-150 Lightning is a practical choice for an EV.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 – Introduction
00:15 – Overview: 2025 Subaru Forester
02:05 – Forester’s Popularity
04:35 – The Conservative Redesign
06:30 – Controls
09:27 – Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
10:40 – Subaru EyeSight System
12:27 – Driving the Forester
16:26 – Driver Monitoring System
17:29 – Would we buy the Forester
20:49 – Question #1: Do the Stop/Start systems have any negative impact on the vehicle’s engine?
25:58 – Question #2: Is a used Ford F-150 Lightning a practical choice for an EV?
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The hybrid version can’t come soon enough.
I wouldn’t mind trying a Subaru but there’s only one dealership within 200 miles. What if the car breaks down under warranty? Would I have to tow the car all the way to the dealer for repair?
Exactly – without more power, the Forester is simply no longer competitive.
I wish they’d offer the 2.4 Turbo in the Forester 😢