If you are interested in purchasing a new vehicle, it is crucial to make sure you know your options. Keep reading to learn about the Subaru brand and the variety of models you can choose from.
The 2009 Subaru Forester is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that puts out 170 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. The engine is coupled to either a four-speed automatic or a five-speed manual transmission, depending on trim level.
The extra power from the larger turbo is immediately apparent from the instant you jump on the throttle in the WRX. There’s a strong thump from the midrange torque above 4,000 rpm, and the engine really comes alive from 5,500 rpm on, with a strong turbo whistle present in the soundtrack.
The Outback has carved itself a comfortable space between off-road ruggedness and alert city performance. The 3.0R’s V-6 tugs the car along without much effort; its horses barely grunt under the strain of its 3,600 pounds. However, it takes revving the car to 3,500-4,000 rpm to really wind it up enough to elicit passing power.
The 2010 Legacy’s exterior styling isn’t for everyone, but it’s a long way from the vanilla lines of the last generation. Thanks to a stretched wheelbase and taller cabin, there’s loads of room inside, too. Great fuel economy for an AWD car and a variety of trim levels make sure there’s enough power on tap for everyone.
While the available 3.6-liter six-cylinder has more than enough power, and all models feel great at highway speeds. Passenger space has been greatly improved, and the CVT returns fantastic numbers at the pump.
