2005 Subaru Forester XS review from North America
"Love it!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
No problems, on third set of tires. Just wear and tear.
Timing belt at replaced @ 105k.
Just replaced suspension end links and bushings @ 116k.
General comments?
2005 Forester with 119k now. I drive it almost 30k a year, regular wear and tear, but no problems to speak of.
Using Mobil 1 every 6k and get regular basic maintenance a-la carte per Subaru schedule. I just use a good, regular octane, brand name gas.
Great no-frills engineering, and just drive it without worry. Very happy with this generation of the model.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 2 miles |
| Most recent distance | 119432 miles |
| Previous car | Subaru Forester |
| Date of Entry | 2nd May, 2009 |