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2014 subaru forester review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Completely redesigned, slightly bigger, much better. introductionthe subaru forester all-wheel drive compact crossover is completely redesigned for 2014. It uses a combination of direct fuel injection, high compression (10. 6:1), subaru's dual active valve control system (d-avcs) and intercooled turbocharging to deliver a much more spirited 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque between 2000 and 4800 rpm. all 2014 forester models come with subaru symmetrical all-wheel drive. Subaru is a leader in all-wheel-drive technology and this sets forester apart from front-wheel-drive competitors that offer all-wheel drive as an option. A 6-speed manual gearbox supersedes the previous 5-speed manual as standard, while subaru's lineartronic continuously variable transmission (cvt) replaces the old 4-speed automatic. the cvt mated to the 2. 5-liter engine has a selectable low shift mode that adds engine braking on downhill grades. The high-torque version of this transmission comes with the turbo engine and has steering wheel paddles for manual shifting. That highway rating is a five-mpg improvement over the most fuel-efficient 2013 forester. compared to the previous-generation model, this new 2014 forester feels more agile thanks to a 50-percent stiffer structure, retuned front strut and double-wishbone rear suspensions and larger, 17-inch tires and wheels. The upgraded rear suspension uses pillow ball joint mounts for its lateral links to smooth the ride. The new electric power assisted steering gives surprisingly good feel and feedback while contributing to improved fuel efficiency. the much quicker, more athletic and more fun to drive 2014 forester 2. 0xt turbo models boast a sport-tuned suspension on 18-inch wheels and larger brakes with ventilated rotors front and rear. technology abounds on the 2014 forester: a new rearview camera along with a new color multi-function display are available. The latter delivers even quicker response with eight manually selectable ratios. all foresters come with symmetrical all-wheel drive. Cvt models use a more sophisticated electronically managed type than do those with the 6-speed manual. The forester 2. 0xt's tighter suspension and more aggressive tires elevate this five-passenger compact cuv almost to the level of sport-sedan fun. acceleration performance with the standard engine is slow (capable of 0-60 mph in a long 9. 3 seconds), but the 2. 0xt's powerful turbo engine improves that measure to a quick 6. 2 seconds. Earlier subaru boxer engines were rough, but they have become far smoother and more refined in recent years. the 2014 subaru forester boasts several advantages over its most popular competitors among the compact crossover utility vehicles. Most important are forester's standard all-wheel drive at a lower price than toyota's rav4, honda's cr-v, and mazda's cx-5 with optional all-wheel drive. Forester also boasts a roomier cabin front and rear and surprisingly better epa fuel economy with the available cvt vs. The competition when equipped with automatic transmissions and all-wheel drive. lineup2014 subaru forester models offer a choice of engines. Forester 2. 5i models come with a 170-hp 2. 5-liter engine and a choice of cvt or 6-speed manual. Forester 2. 0xt models feature a 250-hp 2. 0-liter turbocharged engine with cvt. forester 2. 5i 21,995) comes with cloth upholstery, air conditioning, bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming with steering wheel control switches and a tilt/telescopic steering column, incline start assist, outside temperature display, security system with engine immobilizer, carpeted floor mats, multi-function display with outside temperature and fuel economy readouts, 17-inch steel wheels. A 6-speed manual is standard, forester 2. 5i cvt 22,995) includes the continuously variable transmission. forester 2. 5i premium 23,495) gets upgraded audio, 10-way power driver's seat, rearview camera, upgraded multi-function display, reclining rear seatbacks, dark tint privacy rear glass, and 17-inch alloy wheels. Premium with the 6-speed manual comes with an all-weather package, which includes heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors and a windshield wiper de-icer. Forester 2. 5i premium cvt 24,995) also comes with a panoramic power moonroof, but the all-weather package 500) is an option. Navigation is optional 1,100). forester 2. 0xt premium 27,995) includes the turbocharged engine and cvt and cloth upholstery with sport bolsters. forester 2. 5i limited 27,995) gets the cvt and all-weather package as standard, plus perforated leather-trimmed seats, a power rear liftgate, fog lamps, upgraded instrument cluster with lcd, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, automatic climate control and new x-mode, which adjusts the suspension for slick conditions, with hill descent control. The driver assist technology package 2,400) includes eyesight, keyless access/start and hid headlights. safety features standard on all models include intelligent dual-stage front airbags, front seat side and side curtain airbags with added head protection for front and rear occupants. A rollover sensor activates seat belt pretensioners and deploys the curtain bags if it senses a potential rollover. New for 2014 are anti-whiplash front seats, a driver's knee airbag, brake override and an impact-sensing fuel cutoff. The brake override cuts engine power if both brake and accelerator are applied beyond a certain threshold. All-wheel drive is standard. So-called hawkeye headlights and a slightly taller hexagonal grille define its slightly bolder face. The 2. 0xts also sport dual stainless steel exhaust tips. the a-pillar (the strips of metal between the windshield and front windows) on the 2014 forester is moved forward for a sleeker silhouette and improved aerodynamics. Forward visibility is improved despite a slightly higher hood (to meet european pedestrian-protection requirements), which makes room for under-hood ducting to feed the 2. 0xts' turbocharger intercoolers instead of their predecessors' boy-racer hood scoop. New partitioned front door side glass and door-mounted mirrors help reduce wind noise and improve side visibility. Subaru says the 2014 forester's 0. 33 drag coefficient is nearly 11 percent better than the outgoing model's. interiorthe new interior takes advantage of the 2014 forester's expanded roominess by creating a feeling of spaciousness through a combination of horizontal design elements and more space between the instrument panel and seats. the front seats use a new cushion spring array for long-distance comfort, the hip point is 1. 1-inches higher than before, and the driver's seat has 1. 3 inches more fore-aft and 0. 6 inches more height adjustment travel. Materials are upgraded compared to previous models w. 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