Car Buyer's Guide

Subaru Forester 2.0 XT

SJ Facelift · launched Apr 14 2016 · SUV · CBU

No longer on sale — shown for reference

The Subaru Forester 2.0 XT is the mid-spec of 5 Forester variants, priced at RM165,789.

Subaru Forester 2.0 XT

Colours — exterior

  • Dark Grey Metallic Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic Metallic
  • Pure White Solid
  • Sepia Bronze Metallic Metallic
  • Silver Metallic Metallic

Colours — interior

  • Black dash
  • Black Leather and Suede seats

How this variant compares

2.0i-P is RM3,881 cheaper. Stepping up to the 2.0 XT adds Sunroof.

Powertrain

Engine Tech
16-Valve DOHC, turbocharged with direct injection
Capacity
1,995 cc
Horsepower
237 hp at 5,600 rpm
Torque
350 Nm at 2,400 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement
Boxer 4
Fuel
Petrol
Bore × Stroke
86 mm × 86 mm
Compression Ratio
10.6

Drivetrain

Transmission
CVT Automatic
Transmission Name
Lineartronic
Transmission Manufacturer
Subaru
Driveline
All Wheel Drive

Performance & Efficiency

0-100 km/h
7.5 seconds
Rated Economy
8.5 L/100 km
Top Speed
221 km/h
Co2
197 g/km

Dimensions

Length
4,595 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,735 mm
Wheelbase
2,640 mm
Weight
1,641 kg
Fuel Tank
60 litres
Doors
5
Seats
5
Boot Space
422 litres
Front Tyre
225/55R18
Rear Tyre
225/55R18
Spare Tyre
18" Full size
Factory Tyres
Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400

Chassis

Assembly
Japan (CBU)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Front Wheels
18" Alloy
Rear Wheels
18" Alloy
Steering
Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)

Crash Safety Ratings

EuroNCAP
5 stars
ANCAP
5 stars

Safety

Airbags
7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD
✓
Stability Control
✓
Alarm
✓
Immobilizer
✓
Airbag Disable Function
✓
Child Safety Lock
Manual for rear doors
Seat Belts
5 three-point
ISOFIX
Available for outer two rear passenger seats
Lane-keeping Assist
No
Seatbelt Reminder
For Front Seats only

Lighting

Headlamps
Dynamic LED Projector
Taillamps
LED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights
✓
Front Foglamps
✓
Rear Foglamps
✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
✓

Cabin

Front Seats
8-way power adjustable driver and passenger seat
Rear Seats
Manual reclining, 60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-con
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Sunroof
Front, Tilt and Slide
Power Sockets
2 Front, 1 Boot
Interior Lighting
Map Lights
Cup Holders
2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio
7" Touchscreen with Premium Harman Kardon speakers

Comfort & access

Power Windows
Four Windows, Driver's side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine Start
Keyless push start
Locks
Keyless operation and PIN Code Access
Boot Operation
Powered boot
Folding Wing Mirrors
✓
Parking Brake
Handbrake

Driving aids

Auto Headlamps
✓
Auto Wipers
✓
Cruise Control
Passive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
✓
Hill Start Assist
✓

Steering wheel

Steering Audio Control
✓
Steering Tilt
✓
Steering Telescopic
✓

Parking & cameras

Parking Sensor Rear
4 Sensors
Reverse Camera
Yes

Infotainment

Bluetooth
✓
Navigation
✓
Instrument Cluster
Electroluminescent Analogue

Warranty

Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
100,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer
5 years
Warranty Notes
3-year/60,000 km free service

2.0 XT FAQ

How much is the Subaru Forester 2.0 XT in Malaysia?

The Subaru Forester 2.0 XT was priced at RM165,789 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance). It is no longer on sale.

What is the difference between the 2.0 XT and the 2.0i-P?

The 2.0 XT costs RM3,881 more than the 2.0i-P and adds Sunroof.