What Changed
Updated Forester gets new front end styling and more horsepower. Addition of variable valve lift technology boosts the base engines power to 173 hp from 165hp. The already quick Turbo models get a 20hp boost to 230hp. The gearing, suspsensions, and ride heights have also been tweaked.
Comparison to Prior Model
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
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| Price Range ($) | $21,795 - $28,695 | $21,295 - $26,495 |
| Length (in) | 176.6 | 175.2 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 99.4 | 99.4 |
| Width (in) | 68.3 | 68.3 |
| Height (in) | 62.6 | 62.6 |
| Track (in) | 58.9 | 58.9 |
| Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) | 376.8 | 373.8 |
| Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3165-3350 | 3090-3250 |
| Legroom Total (in.) | 77.3 | 77.3 |
| Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 95.3 | 95.3 |
| Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 32.0 | |
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| Transmissions | A4, M5 | A4, M5 |
| City MPG | 20-23 | |
| Highway MPG | 26-29 | |
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