1998-2002 Forester OverviewSubaru Forester Overview (1998 - 2002)
1998 - 2002
Tech Specs Summary
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- 111 - 137 mph
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- 6.3 - 11.4 seconds
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- 120 - 247 hp
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- 22.1 - 25.8 mpg
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- 2,877 - 3,395 lbs
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- 14.3 - 54 ft3
This generation of the Subaru Forester was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Subaru between 1998 - 2002. It's a front engined all-wheel drive SUV. There are many power levels available from either a 2 L Flat 4 gasoline engine or 2 L Flat 4 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have macpherson strut suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Forester is the Subaru Forester S/tb-STiII which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 237 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.29 lb/hp it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Subaru Forester GL is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 409 miles and can store 14.3-53.9 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.