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2008 Subaru Forester (base trim)

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2008 Subaru Forester
MSRP Range:$21,995  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Engines: 2.5L H4
Transmissions: 4 Speed Automatic; 5 Speed Manual
Drivetrains: All Wheel Drive
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2008 Subaru Forester Pricing (base trim)

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Packages MSRP Invoice
F7D Popular Equipment Group 1C (PIO) $302 Get Price
F7E Popular Equipment Group 1E (PIO) $302 Get Price
F8C Popular Equipment Group 1B (PIO) $302 Get Price
Options MSRP Invoice
B6C Floor Mats, All Weather (PIO) $55 Get Price
D3A 6-Disc In-Dash CD Player (PIO) $527 Get Price
D3B Upgraded Speakers (PIO) $145 Get Price

2008 Subaru Forester Specifications (base trim)

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2,457 cc 2.5 liters horizontal 4 front engine with 99.5 mm bore, 79.0 mm stroke, 10.0 compression ratio, overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder EJ253
Unleaded fuel 87
Multi-point injection fuel system
15.9 gallon main unleaded fuel tank 13.2
Power: 129 kW , 173 HP SAE @ 6,000 rpm; 166 ft lb , 225 Nm @ 4,400 rpm

2008 Subaru Forester Crash Test Data

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