Subaru Forester 2002 test drive - 2005 SUV

Subaru Forester car overview

General
When creating the new Subaru Forester model (Forester), the developers' goal was clear - to take the best from the station wagon and SUV. Actually, the first -generation Forester concept also consisted of this. Not an impressive SUV, but not a station wagon based on a car. This was the danger not to stick to any of the shores, but Subaru found a new machine in this form. Now it has grown into a new genre of hybrid sports cars (not to be confused with a hybrid engine!), And the number of models belonging to this category Toyota Harrier, BMW X5, etc. is increasing. Thus, Forester has become a line for hybrid sports cars.
In the new model, the weight of the machine is reduced by 20 kg compared to the previous model. Using a frame with a ring vertical frame, the developers managed to create a light and high -strength body, but despite this, security in collisions increased significantly. To carry out all this, it was clearly needed by considerable efforts. If the weight of the machine is small, then this is useful for fuel consumption, and also has a beneficial effect on mobility. But the fact that when this was achieved managed to increase safety proves a serious approach to the design of the machine.
 
Exterior and interior
A feature of the appearance of the new Forester model is, so to speak, a confident surface design. The volume has increased, thoroughness has also increased. However, as for the real size of the body, the length decreased by 10 mm, and a height of 5 mm (for modification with an engine without boost). At the same time, the front design is very attracted to the novelty. The appearance has changed so that it makes you recall Subaru Legacy. By the way, two -lamp front headlights are equipped with high -intensity diodes with a high -height beam.
On the other hand, what did the interior become? The patchwork design of the dashboard was revised, which has not yet enjoyed a good reputation, and good taste has become felt in the decoration. At the same time, the level of inclination of the steering wheel increased, the seats' backs increased (a graduation in the vertical direction) increased, and a completely vertical position became possible. In addition, an active position is felt in playing the space of the cabin. For example, a field option is prepared in brown tones and a European version in black colors. In addition, the back of the backs of the front seats has been reduced, and the rear seats are allotted back by 20 mm, which allowed to find the space for the legs. As a result of this, the length of the floor in the trunk was reduced by 20 mm, but it was possible to extremely reduce the unused space when lowering the rear seats, as well as to make the gender of the trunk even and convenient for use, so the real convenience increased.
 
Performance
In the new turbine model, the power decreased to 220 hp, compared with 240 hp. The previous generation. Why did it happen? Subaru says this was the result of understanding reality. In the previous turbine, the turbine size was quite large, and delay was clearly felt. In particular, when launch, an impatient expectation arose while the wheels were made the first revolution. They say that the current reduction in power arose as a result of a certain decrease in the size of the turbine and an increase in the response.
When I tried to travel, I felt that the reaction increased significantly. As soon as he pressed the pedal, the car moved abruptly. In addition, although there is a feeling that the power at high speeds decreased relatively, at low speeds, torque was brought to perfection, so the machine rides well at the appropriate speed. In addition, on the engine itself, a system of phases of gas distribution phases is used, as on the new Legacy and Impreza models, so the speed is going smoothly. In my personal opinion, it would be better if the Forester turbine engine was more sharp, but if you consider it as a factory product, we can say that it is perfect. If you want higher characteristics, then wait for the appearance of the STI modification.
The steering produces such a feeling of tightness, as if they were mistaken in a model. Until now, management has been felt more loosely, which is characteristic of SUVs. Now, like Legacy and Impreza, an accurate reaction is felt with each steering wheel. In addition, the stiffness of the roll has clearly increased, so the machine shows stability even with a sudden turn and performs it normally, despite the roll.
The overall impression of the riding of the new model is that honeness has increased significantly. We can say that gloom decreased just as well, and when you hold the steering wheel in your hands, there is a feeling of omnipotence, as if you can and you want to go anywhere. Apparently, the essence of such a machine as Forester is that it leads to such a mood.
 

 

A source: CarView.co.jp