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Metallic finishes cost an extra $795.
The 2024 Subaru Forester is available in the following exterior paint colours, depending on the variant:
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Type | ||
TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | |
Size (cc) | ||
1998 - 2488 | 1995 - 2498 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.5L, 2.0L | 2.0L, 2.5L | |
Cylinders | ||
4 | 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
115kW - 170kW | 110kW - 136kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5000 - 6000 | 5800 - 6000 | |
Torque | ||
200Nm - 420Nm | 196Nm - 239Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
2000 - 4000 | 4000 - 4400 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
91.2 - 100 | 90 | |
Compression Ratio | ||
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