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The Japanese SUV is already available from the Pleiades house’s dealer network. 2-litre petrol e-Boxer hybrid powertrain and all-wheel drive. Launch price starting from 35,900 euros

Umberto Schiavella

December 26 – 3.16pm – MILAN

Subaru introduces the sixth generation of the Forester. The Japanese SUV, completely renewed in terms of technology and equipment, is already available at dealers at the launch price of 35,900 euros. Introduced in 1997, it is one of the most representative models of the house from the Land of the Rising Sun, which boasts five million units sold in twenty-seven years, of which more than 30,000 in Italy.

how it’s made

Derived from the platform Subaru Global Platform specially modified, the chassis of the new Forester It boasts 10% greater torsional rigidity than the previous generation, thanks to a wider application of structural adhesive and greater non-deformability of the suspension mounting points. Solutions that have also contributed to reducing weight compared to the previous generation. The SUV is long 4,670 mm1,830 mm wide, 1,730 mm high and has a wheelbase of 2,670 mm. The minimum height from the ground is notable 220 mmwhile the weight varies depending on the setup, from a minimum of 1,693 kg to a maximum of 1,717 kg. The towable mass is 1,870 kg. The equipment is completed by 18-inch or 19-inch wheels, depending on the version, and patterned suspensions McPherson at the front and double wishbone at the rear and ventilated disc brakes. Wide visibility, thanks to the well-designed uprights and the large glass surface, without forgetting the monitor Multi-View at 360° and LED cornering lights. Nine airbags are standard, as is the 11.6-inch infotainment display compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Finally, the trunk boasts a load capacity of 508 litres expandable up to a maximum of 1,731 litres.

the engine

The nerve center of the new Forester is the system that arises from the combination of all-wheel drive Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and the hybrid powertrain e-Boxer. It is a 4-cylinder opposed petrol engine 1,995 cc capable of delivering a power of 136 HP at 5,600 rpm and a maximum torque of 182 Nm at 4,000 rpm, combined with a electric permanent magnet synchronous capable of developing 16.7 HP and 66 Nm of maximum torque. Numbers that allow the new Japanese SUV to pass by 0 to 100 km/h in 12.2 seconds and reach a peak speed of 188 km/h. The electrical component is powered by a 118V lithium ion battery, while the transmission uses a continuously variable gearbox CVT Lineartronic.

the arrangements

The new Subaru Forester is available in four trim levels, all equipped with the system as standard X-Mode with Hill Descent Control: Free, Style, 4dventure And Premium. The SUV is offered with an introductory price starting from 35,900 eurosa good 6,050 euros less than the list price for all versions. To this must be added the Subarusafe8i.e. the extended eight-year unlimited mileage “bumper to bumper” warranty, i.e. for every detail of the car for the entire duration of the warranty.



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