The 2020 Subaru Forester

Ready for every adventure, safe and reliable performance for the long road ahead, and affordability are just a few reasons why San Francisco drivers love and choose the Subaru Forester as their next SUV.

Updates For The 2020 Model Year

The Subaru Forester was redesigned from the ground up last year and drivers from around Oakland may be wondering what changes the 2020 Forester has to offer. There are a few changes for the new model year; one is a new standard safety feature and the others are stylistic updates. You will have a new exterior color to choose, Magnetite Gray Metallic, and the Sport model and up include an LED license plate light. The new standard feature of the Forester is Subaru's Rear Seat Reminder to prevent children or pets from being left in the vehicle. Subaru Rear Seat Reminder cannot detect the physical presence of children or pets but will alert you with audible and visual cues when three different conditions have been met;

When the Forester is started within 30 minutes after a rear side door has been opened and closed

When a rear side door has been opened and closed while the Forester is running and stationary

When the Forester is turned off and back on within 30 minutes and the rear doors have remained closed

Subaru Safety Features

Drivers from all over the Bay Area have fallen in love with Subaru's unparalleled commitment to safety with smart design, reliable performance, and award-winning technology. The Forester comes standard with several safety features that includes the latest version Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with Lane Centering as part of Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control along with Lane Departure and Sway Warning, Pre-Collision Braking, and Pre-Collision Throttle Management. The 2020 Forester is also available a wide array of additional safety features, like LED Steering Responsive Headlights, Reverse Automatic Braking and High Beam Assist. Subaru STARLINK Safety & Security is another collection of safety features that the Forester has to offer and include Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, and SOS Emergency Assist.

Powertrain & Performance:

Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system gives the Forester a commanding grip on the road regardless of terrain or conditions. The Forester also comes equipped with X-Mode and Hill Descent Control on many of its available trim levels and X-Mode provides enhanced traction, control, and stability. The Forester also offers San Rafael drivers with the ideal blend of spirited and fuel-efficient performance. The 2.5L four-cylinder BOXER engine with Auto Stop-Start Technology to get up to 35 highway mpg. while generating 152 horsepower and can also tow up to 1,500 lbs.

Interior Dimensions & Features:

Not only is the 2020 Forester equipped with the latest safety features and powerful performance, but it also has the latest multimedia and convenience features along with 76.1 cubic feet of flexible cargo space and 111.9 cubic feet of spacious seating for five. The Forester comes standard with Subaru STARLINK multimedia which includes Apple CarPlay & Android Auto and Bluetooth connectivity. The available STARLINK multimedia plus system gives the Forester 4G LTE Wi-Fi connectivity and dual front and rear USB ports. And to listen to your favorite tunes in perfect pitch the Harman Kardon premium audio system is superior to other sound systems on the road.

The 2020 Subaru Forester is here at Marin Subaru and there is no better way to fully experience everything that a Subaru SUV has to offer than from the driver's seat.

2020 Subaru Forester Trim Levels and Feature Highlights

The Subaru Forester is a compact crossover with roomy seating for five and spacious cargo area. Features are organized across five nicely equipped trim levels.

Forester base

Despite its designation, the Forester's base trim includes many desirable standard features, including a Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive system, and the complete EyeSight suite of advanced driver assistance technologies. Standard amenities include:

• 17-inch steel wheels with all-size tires
• The Subaru STARLINK® 6.5-inch Multimedia Plus infotainment system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
• LED headlights
• Pre-Collision Throttle Management
• Pre-Collision Warning with Automatic Emergency Braking
• EyeSight Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
• EyeSight Lane Keep Assist with Sway Warning

Forester Premium

Moving up one trim level adds desirable upgrades such as the X-Mode traction system and All-Weather package. Additional features include:

• A panoramic sunroof
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Raised roof rails
• A ten-way power-adjustable driver's seat
• A 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot
• STARLINK® Safety and Security

Forester Sport

The middle trim features sporty orange interior and exterior accents, plus amenities like

• 18-inch black-finished alloy wheels
• LED fog lights
• Sport cloth upholstery with orange accent stitching
• Keyless access with push-button start and PIN-code access
• High beam assist (automatic high beams)
• Paddle shifters
• Available 8-inch touchscreen
• Available blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert
• Available reverse automatic braking

Forester Limited

The penultimate trim includes the Sport trim's available features as standard and adds:

• LED steering responsive headlights
• Leather upholstery
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• A power liftgate

Forester Touring

Topping the Forester's range, the Touring trim includes all of the optional features, plus extras like:

• A power-adjustable passenger's seat
• Premium leather upholstery
• DriverFocus driver attention monitor
• A heated rear seats
• Heated steering wheel