Hey guys! Its been a busy day but we spent all day driving the redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester today and we managed to snag 4 out of the 5 trim levels together to talk about what features come with each trim and with full detailed pricing! Expect our full review with driving impressions to post on 5/6 at 9am EST so be sure to set your reminders to come back on that day! Which Forester trim level would you choose for yourself?

@chrisgelo1425

Ай бұрын

Can't wait, Sofyan 😊

@thatcarguy6

Ай бұрын

Which trim level did you NOT snag? EDIT: The Base model was not included.

@AutaSupercar

Ай бұрын

🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

@Mogsy28uk

Ай бұрын

Touring all day long, but at least you get the 2.5L engine, we only get the poor 2.0L engine that the Crosstrek has in UK/EU, which is poor for the size of this vehicle.

@bmat3289

Ай бұрын

Why won’t Subaru allow test drives until May 6th? Is that normal?

Wow, gorgeous day. Look at those mountains in the background

@seyedhamidmossavi3226

Ай бұрын

😂😂

I helped my mom buy her Premium Forester back in 2020 for $25k. Its wild how much new car prices have inflated in four years to be $5-6k more for nearly the same car 💀

@LucidDreamer54321

Ай бұрын

Bidenflation

@dlg5485

Ай бұрын

Greed-flation

@yankeesusa1

Ай бұрын

@@LucidDreamer54321it was like that before but hey, some people like to just talk to talk. Good for you

@atmartens

Ай бұрын

@@LucidDreamer54321Biden didn’t have anything to do with it.

@LucidDreamer54321

Ай бұрын

@yankeesusa1 Highest inflation rate in 40 years under President Biden. You are not fooling anyone - except perhaps yourself.

What in the ford explorer front end???

@brianb7844

Ай бұрын

I was thinking the Edge at first 🤣

@truckercowboyed2638

Ай бұрын

You act like manufacturers don't borrow design styles

@chawpino8320

Ай бұрын

Looks like Pick-up truck front end, an the unfortunate current rage for SUVs. Don't like it or that flat level hood. No sweat though, wasn't going to buy it anyway.

I love my 16 XT! I’ll never get a Subaru until they bring it back

Great filming. I like how you used the telephoto focal lengths instead of the wide angle focal lengths. Looks more natural this way

Wow 40k for touring. My 19 limited ascent was 40. Hopefully prices come down. All car prices are getting ridiculous.

@marceljohnson2215

Ай бұрын

23 Ascent Touring was just a hair under 51k

@sennis1361

Ай бұрын

How do you like the Ascent?

@marceljohnson2215

Ай бұрын

@@sennis1361 I’m liking it a lot, first time Subaru buyer. The ride quality is great and it’s very practical. My mpg is not where it should due to lead footed drivers during a road trip the day after I got it but I tested it on a ride to family home and it got up a little over 28 mpg highway driving

Thank you. Your presentation was informative. Just ordered a Touring Forrester. Got the green. Delivery expected late June or early July. Thought about the bronze, but the car was less visible as the bronze blends in with surroundings and may not be seen as easily by other drivers.

I love the Premium Red exterior with Black interior looks cool 😎. Awesome Video Keep Up the Amazing Work 😎🇺🇲

Love the review thanks! Helped me put to rest what car I'm buying. 25 Forrester Touring. Looks great! Not a fan of the bronze on the sport tho.

The front looks like a 2013 explorer.

@joecool9739

Ай бұрын

And the 2013 Explorer still looked better

@u13erfitz

Ай бұрын

I'm going to be honest. I was planning on shopping for a new car this winter. The forester was on the list. Either the base with some features to avoid that terrible infotainment or a wilderness. I saw all of these and threw up in my mouth a little. This is for sure off the list.

@goldjm2000

Ай бұрын

I thought the same exact thing

@nadaname391

Ай бұрын

I'm hoping Subaru don't follow those design lines down the road with the Outback and Cross Trek.

For some reason I'm getting previous gen Ford Explorer vibes from the front end....

Great preview but how come you didn’t show the tail end? Wanted to see if they finally got rid of the crab claw lights 😂

@danielmenard3492

Ай бұрын

They did..gone.

@tsizzle

Ай бұрын

@@danielmenard3492Really? Can you please send the time stamp for the video above? I wanna see you get the new tail end is like.

@danielmenard3492

Ай бұрын

@@tsizzle kzread.info/dash/bejne/qYGipa6aaZCbZaw.html

Thanks for the thorough review of the trims. I currently own a 2021 sport and it is the best value. Not quite sure for the new models if it remains. If I change next year I would definitely go for the hybrid top trim.

This is the Birkenstocks of cars. Kind of odd looking but very functional. I'm going to see a lot of these in downtown Toronto soon.

@corkstylin

29 күн бұрын

This is the sort of comment I like to see 👏👏

Even in 2025 models below Limited trim, they can’t stretch to LED bulbs on turn signals??

Subaru needs to step their game up with more power and better styling. They need to replace the 2.5L NA engine with a 2.0L turbo across the lineup and change the exterior and interior design. This car, even with the "redesign", is old - it has the same engine and styling as two generations ago, which debuted in 2014. The CRV and RAV4 are far ahead of the Forester.

@darrenmorreale1922

Ай бұрын

Have a 22 Forester Wilderness and have been screaming about the engine forever. Extremely adequate but come on another twenty five horsepower and now we’re moving. Another fifty now you feel excited. It’s a great vehicle but Subaru cuts corners and calls it safety and reliability. Put the Rav 4 hybrid engine since Toyota owns part of Subaru. Engine is efficient and more horsepower.

@denniss1211

Ай бұрын

A turbo will burn up the engine so don't keep for more than 65km

don't care for the front end, but i am curious to see the hybrid MPG @ If Subaru actually incorporates a E-CVT unlike the crosstrek which was a halfbaked effort. really disappointed that the 360 camera wasn't offered as an option for all trims

Great review! I think we’ll pass our 2019 Touring down to my son and get a 2025 Touring. I don’t think you mentioned the “improved” quietness of the cabin in this video, but the desire for that combined with our problem-free experience with our current one will seal the deal.

@theredline

Ай бұрын

We can’t talk about how it drives until the embargo lifts on 5/6 at 9am EST! Come back then and we’ll have another detailed video on the Touring trim posting then!

Touring! Thanks Sofyan!) Love it)

Damn that touring is def the most used cuz that one is DIRTYYYYY

was expecting HUD and full digital gauges for the touring

Unbelievable. Another generation of Forester without the Turbo engine. For many people the Forester is seriously underpowered. The "Sport" Trim without the Turbo is just moronic. I don't know what Subaru is thinking? They used to offer the Turbo. Aren't more choices better?

@joeanunez

Ай бұрын

Subaru’s weak engine led me to Mazda.

@rileydj8764

Ай бұрын

Never buy a turbo.

I have a tundra on order but currently driving 2022 forester wilderness and it’s awesome.

@atmartens

Ай бұрын

What’s your gas mileage been? Curious.

Great video, I look forward to your driving impressions. The Sport trim looks like the trim for me. Also, I like the design, it’s looks more mature than previous designs. A thumbs up from me.

Do you have the specs for the approach, break over and departure angle?

Not going along with "Fully redesigned" as the powertrain is a complete carryover with the 2.5NA and the CVT.

@truckercowboyed2638

Ай бұрын

It will always have a CVT because of epa regulations.. get over it

@janoycresnova9156

Ай бұрын

Exactly. Fully redesigned but powertrain and interior are exactly the same as outgoing Forester.

@theredline

Ай бұрын

On paper, the engine and transmission sound like a carry over, but Subaru assured us the engine got some extensive changes to the internals and they have reprogrammed the torque curve so it makes more low end power and its achieved at a much lower RPM. The CVT is also an updated version of the transmission from the Wilderness trim.

@kdomster9141

Ай бұрын

Please , it is not enough. They need to take 8speed from Toyota and add solid engines on top ​@@theredline

@kdomster9141

Ай бұрын

​@@truckercowboyed2638BS! It is there only because Subbie loves the savings that they keep to themselves and not passed on to the consumers. They have solid 8speed ATX from Toyota but it costs more than cheap ass CVT .

Thanks for your information.

Maybe I missed it but was the back side shown? I was hoping for a full walk around

Touring! Thanks Sofyan!

Looks like the explorer in the front

Less noise with low roof rails compared to raised?

I’m happy to see the Sport trim dropped the factory rice red accents. But yeah definite Ford vibes at the front, still don’t like the giant portrait orientation screen and the lack of a hybrid is getting ridiculous now.

I was scrolling through and thought he was reviewing a Ford. 😂

Thought they were Ford until I read the Title of this vid. Lol

First, they took away the CD player for 24 with the $600 increase and now the rear seats no longer recline 🤦🏽🤷🏽‍♂️🤔 I still love it❤️‍🔥🔥🥰🌹

Whats up with not showing the rear of the vehicle?

@theredline

Ай бұрын

We filmed this in one take and only had about 30 mins to shoot this video.

@mrgarrison3516

Ай бұрын

5 more seconds of footage to see the back😢

Wish they kept the raised roof rails on the Sport. The low profile rails make it very difficult to add bars and racks for kayaks.

If you want a Ford Edge made in Japan...

@artmart86

Ай бұрын

Yeah, it's a mix of a ford edge and Chevy equinox

@nadaname391

Ай бұрын

Agreed. I'm glad I went ahead and bought my 2024 Forester Wilderness.

@yankeesusa1

Ай бұрын

At least you have real awd and better reliability.

Surprisingly no test drive reviews with a pending delivery date about one month away. Why the hold back?

@ryanslemmer5905

Ай бұрын

Drive impression embargos until 5/6.

I had three Foresters but once the Turbo went away and only the 2.5 engine remained, I regretfully gave up on it. I've driven both 2.5 and 2.4 Turbo Outbacks and the 2.4 simply walks away with things, getting nearly the same gas mileage (provided you have a light foot) but will handle any expressway or mountain situation without complaint. Hopefully the Forester Hybrid, a year or so away, will offer the missing piece torards returning to Forester. Bigger wheels on sport and touring are not encouraging.

@coreturkoane5570

Ай бұрын

Turbo charged engine cause more wear and tear!

still no 1 push rear windows ? totally forgot about that annoyance on my ex 2015 wrx sti thx wanted to see autumn green 2025

Fully redesigned subaru "Equinox" from front "Sportage" From Rear 😅

Thanks for reviewing the new Forester trims Sofyan, but unfortunately they look like a 2012 Ford Explorer, and jeeze that front overhang is huge, I hope Subaru has an optional skid plate.

What about the wilderness and hybrid versions?

@xVaynes

Ай бұрын

hybrid just a rumor rn

Will the foresters have a rear view mirror that blocks the high beams at night

Test drive soon? Wondering if it is really much quieter than the outgoing Forester.

@theredline

Ай бұрын

Our full review will post on 5/6 at 9am EST. Driving impressions are under embargo until then.

@jparker1823

Ай бұрын

@theredline Understood. Thanks and looking forward to 5/6.

4:43 Mazda cx-5 carbon edition with leather, Bose, heated seats, blind spot monitoring is 33k with additional 0% interest rate , I see a huge savings !

Does it have latest generation eyesight cameras?

Why would they put lower roof racks on the touring as opposed to the Sport?

Ok so I'm not the only one who thinks Subaru is starting to look like Ford

The frontal facia is specifically looking like the 4th Generation of the 2011-2015 Explorer. Which is a tiny bit controversial to me, but still looking attractive for a Subaru.

You didnt show the rear/back of the cars

Do they all have black headliners now?

I wonder where the Hybrid version will fit into this lineup… when it comes.

2014 outlander wants its look back

GD I'm moving to Montana. Absolutely gorgeous out there.

@chuckwalla2967

Ай бұрын

Except for nasty winters.

@denniss1211

Ай бұрын

@@chuckwalla2967 Come on ... I have lived in Montana for 19 years (retired here) and I have received the same winters in states like Wisconsin and Minnesota. Actually I had a 4 foot snow in Wisconsin.

Possible to have the sport model w/o bronze wheels?

@theredline

Ай бұрын

Not from the factory, but wheels are always an easy change!

Anyone else getting Ford vibes from the front end?

Does it have a trunk or a rear?? He completely ignored rear cargo and rear design...

@denniss1211

Ай бұрын

I have a power lift.

Looks great. Solid price for a premium with nice creature comforts. This car will sell well.

Looks like an older model of Ford Explorer...Meh! They went backwards in styling.

I live in Alaska. I'd like to see the Wilderness Trim package with a bigger engine.

Retired to Montana ... love it and my non-turbo Forester on Inter State at 80MPH..... this is number 4 and NEVER a problem !!!! I am 6'3" at 290.... get in and out with no problem... The only reason to get the Touring is for the brown interior with green paint .... sorta a British racing green ... otherwise it the Limited with options like heated steering wheel which is really really nice on cold weather.

The pricing is still very competitive in this segment for the equipment at each trim level, definitely still better value than the Honda CRV and Toyota RAV4. But the design is very controversial

It’s okay. Subaru isn’t ever been known for their beautiful automotive design. I’ve owned many Acuras and a Volvo, but my wife recently really wanted an Outback. It’s been a great car so far. I’ve been thinking about what my next car will be, and I’ve liked the Forester. I love that they added the cool seats. The only issue I have with the Forester is not having the optional turbo anymore. I would hope the hybrid trim coming out will add some power but I won’t hold my breath. I’d cross shop this against the Outback, Legacy (which is going away), Acura RDX and Integra. The forester seems like it’s a sweet spot of offering lots of luxury items, not requiring premium but that engine is nothing to strive for to drive.

@VanderJam

Ай бұрын

The lack of a Wilderness trim makes me think they're putting the turbo in that one as they do with the Outback.

@atmartens

Ай бұрын

@@VanderJam That… or it’s taking extra time to develop the skid plates, lift, extra off road camera and other stuff that comes with it. I seriously doubt Subaru is going to have three engines in the Forester.

holy? they removed rear seat recline stripe??? I may need a 2024 one then,,,

@ryanslemmer5905

Ай бұрын

It's hard to see, but I think I saw it in the Premium as they went into the back door it's just visible. Also have seen a seats folded walk around, and it definitely has the reclining slide slot where the latch is. The early videos with pre-production models I could see not including the tether, but those two things lead me to believe most are seeing pre-prod ones.

Nice breakdown of each trim! I wish dealerships would do this. Not interested in Subaru Forrester but appreciate the detailed walkthrough

they use the same engine from 2005 while all the competitors went hybrid , turbocharged or both

I drove a couple of new subies at the dealership. They all felt and sounded like the Subarus i owned in the 1970s & 80s. It's like they are 40 years behind in technology. I really wanted to like them; but that engine noise and CVT made them sound unrefined. Poor gas mileage also proves that. This is 2024 not 1984.

I like them raised , my outback had it

Would you recommend buying the 2021 forester?

At least the base trim looks different from the rest of the lineup

I've owned a bunch of Subaru and currently have an OB. They've lost their way. No memory seats in a 38k vehicle, but heated wheel.

As soon as we had seen the 2025 Forester, we immediately had ordered a 2024 previous generation. Took delivery this past February. Couldn't be happier.

@davidjym

Ай бұрын

Same, this redesign isn't received well by Subaru fans!😅

im going to wait for the Wilderness and choose between that or the touring.

@anthonypanepinto9685

Ай бұрын

The touring model's racks are to low for carrying anything/ off-roadimg

The current gen looks better on the outside but the inside looks better on the new one.

It's about time they put a birds eye view on the forrester! Better late than never. It should also be on the new outback, if they are not too lazy to incorporate it. Us baby boomers, who grew up with our Subarus, can use that help. I was very disappointed last year and started looking elsewhere . They have my attention again.

Well, because people were whining about the more aggressive look so they softened it but probably a bit too much.

It’s very generic looking which, is what most of the segment is. So the front end actually reminds me of the traverse. Feels like Subaru is still a few years behind the competition but that probably keeps cost in check.

I'll just wait for the Hybrid versions!....

Rob, nice job

Finally some colorful interiors! Every carmaker needs to start offering more colors on their interiors. For this new Forester, I truly hope Subaru has updated their dreadful Starlink infotainment system. If it's as bad as their older versions, it is reason enough not to buy this car. Then there is the exterior styling which is so generic and bland it's insulting.

Now just get rid off CVT cheese and people will give it a test drive .

I'm really getting tired of manufacturers adding tech and vinal and charging more money. I don't want any of that stuff, I just want cloth seats, basic radio, mechanical locking center diff and AC.

Sport for me!

I'd get the base trim.

I like the look and seat material of the Sport level.

Does it require premium fuel?

@denniss1211

Ай бұрын

no

Own a 2023 Forester Wilderness and more I see this, I’m happy I didn’t wait. While it’s growing on me, the new one just looks very generic and deviates from that wagon-like toaster that I feel in love with. Also, not much new tech or features worth upgrading to when the lease ends. Overall, it’ll sell well, but I just ain’t into it.

@ntuthukodlame1894

Ай бұрын

So right!!!! That wagon like toaster feel is gone. Hold on to the current gen I say...

@nadaname391

Ай бұрын

Me too and glad I got my 2024 Forester Wilderness.a few months ago.

I think Subaru has some tough times ahead. This redesign plus not giving their customers the hybrid they wanted. I think this will be a tough sales year. Maybe they will pack on incentives. Time will tell.

Glad I got one before they put that new infotainment screen in the Forester. I prefer a nice mix of touchscreen and hard buttons/dials. I had a chance to use this big screen in an Outback loaner and absolutely hated it. Agree with all these guys joking it looks like a Ford; it does. I'll stick with my 2022 Wilderness.

Not sure if I missed it but has there been any mention of a wilderness edition yet?

You forgot to show the rear cargo area with seats folded down…🙈🙈🙈🙈

I like these new ones a lot. This might be my next car

so really just cosmetic changes.. was hoping the xt would be back by now

Black Forester parked on the roadside, I slow down.

I know people think it looks like a ford (it does). But it kinda reminds me of the first gen which was in itself very generic. Subaru has never had great design language for their cars even the WRX had some pretty awful years. At least the pricing is decent but the upper trims are in real need of that hybrid. It boggles my mind they put startex on the sport but removed it from the sport on the crosstrek. The prices aren’t that different.

Increased price but couldn't throw in reclining rear seats, bummer.

Bring Forester XT back! Lol i like the sport trim, looks cool but cant wait for the Wilderness