If you’re looking for a crossover SUV that can handle whatever life has to throw at you, our team at your Toms River Subaru dealers, Lester Glenn Subaru, recommends the 2016 Subaru Forester! The dynamic and ready-to-go SUV features a spacious and comfortable interior, off-road capability, and impressive powertrains that all combine to create an engaging and fun ride for drivers and passengers alike! Keep reading to find out more.
The four-door 2016 Subaru Forester seats up to five passengers and is available in six trim levels that correspond to engine type: 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring, 2.0XT Premium, and 2.0XT Touring. The 2.5i models all feature a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 170 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque. It comes paired to a six-speed manual transmission, while a CVT is optional. Higher trims are only available with the CVT. The 2.0 models get a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 250 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. It comes paired only to the CVT. All models come standard with all-wheel drive.
The 2016 Subaru Forester earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s highest honor after being named a TOP SAFETY PICK+ choice for 2016. It earned the top score of Good in the small-overlap frontal-offset, moderate-overlap frontal-offset, side impact, roof strength, and rear crash performance tests. It also earned a Superior rating in front crash prevention. Safety features include the Subaru Starlink Safety Plus telematics system, which is standard on most models and which features emergency assistance and automatic collision notification. It can be upgraded to include lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and a forward collision mitigation system with automatic braking. Tech features include a touchscreen with the Subaru Starlink technology interface, smartphone app integration, a rearview camera, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, voice commands, and more! To learn more about the 2016 Subaru Forester, head on down to your Toms River Subaru dealership to take a closer look today!
