For instance, the new grille with a silver metallic finish is embraced by fog lamps, which don’t just look good but also boost safety. Then there are the roof rails (clad in elegant silver on the Forester S- Edition), which boost practicality; the double volume sunroof, which bolsters comfort; and the new, aerodynamic exterior mirrors – which now incorporate indicator repeaters. The rear is home to a redesigned spoiler above the tailgate on the performance Forester S-Edition, which not only looks good but also offers aerodynamic benefits.
Ground clearance – at 215 to 225 mm – is very good, meaning drivers can head off into the wild blue yonder with complete peace of mind.
Look out for the Premium spec’d models, which have a full house of luxury and convenience features such as a premium audio CD/USB/AUX/RDS receiver system, and rear reverse camera with LCD display, as well as a double volume power sliding sunroof with sun shade cover, high intensity Xenon headlights.
Equally noteworthy is the Forester S- Edition – a car that is aimed at the performance junkie who happens to have a family. It’s a real head turner, with its unique range of colours, a black front grille, satin finish silver roof rails, STI-design 17-inch alloy wheels, a rear tailgate spoiler on the tailgate, rear privacy glass and S-Edition badging.