The sixth-generation Subaru Forester is now open for pre-booking in Malaysia forward of its official launch that we assume ought to happen quickly. In keeping with Motor Picture Malaysia, the SUV was previewed at Subaru Petaling Jaya yesterday (September 21) and will probably be at chosen showrooms nationwide from September 27.
First revealed globally in November 2023the newest Forester retains its predecessor’s basic form however options bolder design particulars. A bigger grille with black inserts, two-tier entrance lighting and a busier entrance bumper present extra visible presence, whereas the edges get squared wheel arches and accompanying black cladding.
Different highlights embody small sections of the A- and D-pillars in black for “floating roof” look, and the earlier C-shaped taillights are changed with triangular-shaped models. Beneath the brand new metallic is an enhanced Subaru World Platform that sees torsional rigidity go up by 10%. In its newest kind, the Forester measures 4,656 mm lengthy (+31 mm), 1,829 mm large (+14 mm), 1,730 mm tall (unchanged) and its wheelbase spans 2,670 mm (additionally unchanged).
Inside, the Forester’s redesigned dashboard is comparable in look to latest fashions, with vertically-oriented infotainment touchscreen taking centre stage. This integrates the local weather controls, decreasing the variety of tactile controls on the sprint. Different components just like the steering wheel and equipment selector stay acquainted to those that have been within the outgoing mannequin.
Based mostly on the registration of curiosity web pagethe Malaysian-spec Forester will probably be powered by a 2.5 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder boxer petrol engine, which makes 185 PS (182 hp or 136 kW) and 247 Nm of torque within the Indonesian-spec mannequin. That is mated to Subaru’s Lineartronic CVT and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system.
Different options touted embody Twin X-Mode, eight airbags, EyeSight 4.0 (supported by stereo cameras, a wide-angle monocular digicam and radar sensors), a 360-degree multi-view monitor, a wi-fi charging pad, a 10-way powered driver’s seat and hands-free powered tailgate.
Gallery: Subaru Forester on the 2025 Gaikindo Indonesia Worldwide Auto Present
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