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Subaru Forester: SK vs SL

Subaru Forester SK

Subaru Forester SK

Subaru Forester SL

Subaru Forester SL

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Verdict

The SK is about 33% cheaper, while the SL is 15% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM149,788RM222,689
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM438RM838
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing
Capacity1,995 cc2,498 cc
Horsepower154 hp at 6,000 rpm182 hp at 5,800 rpm
Torque196 Nm at 4,000 rpm247 Nm at 3,700 rpm
Cylinder ArrangementBoxer 4Boxer 4
FuelPetrolPetrol
Bore × Stroke84 mm × 90 mm
Compression Ratio12.5
Drivetrain
TransmissionCVT AutomaticCVT Automatic
Transmission NameLineartronicLineartronic
Transmission ManufacturerSubaru
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h10.3 seconds9.7 seconds
Rated Economy7.6 L/100 km
Top Speed193 km/h205 km/h
Co2176 g/km
Dimensions
Length4,625 mm4,655 mm
Width1,815 mm1,830 mm
Height1,730 mm1,730 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,670 mm
Weight1,532 kg1,643 kg
Fuel Tank63 litres63 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space520 litres496 litres
Front Tyre225/60R17225/55R18
Rear Tyre225/60R17225/55R18
Spare Tyre17" Full sizeSpace Saver
Factory TyresContinental ContiMax MC5Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S
Chassis
AssemblyThailand (CBU)Japan (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionDouble WishboneDouble Wishbones
Front Wheels17" Alloy18" Alloys
Rear Wheels17" Alloy18" Alloys
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist)
Chassis NotesSI-Drive and X-Mode
Safety
Airbags7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee & Front Passenger Seat Cushion, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual for rear doorsManual for rear doors
Seat Belts5 three-point5 three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for outer two rear passenger seatsAvailable for Two Rear Passenger Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes
Lane-keeping AssistNoSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFor Front Seats onlyFor All Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Projector
TaillampsLED combinationLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front Seats8-way power adjustable driver and passenger seat10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger
Rear SeatsManual reclining, 60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone automatic climate controlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear ventsRear AC vents
Power Sockets2 Front, 1 Boot1 Front, 2 USB Front, 1 Wireless Charger
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio8" Touchscreen with 6 speakers11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver's side Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless push startKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless operation and PIN Code AccessKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlPassive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go
Tiptronic
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control ActivationPowered Boot
Parking Sensor Rear2 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes, 360-degree View Monitor
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterElectroluminescent AnalogueBacklit Analogue
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer100,000 km100,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

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