2020 Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is one of the standouts in the Subaru lineup. The compact SUV has a fun and flashy style, which is naturally paired with smooth and spirited performance that excels across any setting. Subaru has been producing the Forester for nearly three decades, and it has been incrementally improving it year after year, resulting in an SUV that exceeds expectations across categories. 

The 2020 Subaru Forester represents some of the best features in the model lineup. If you are in the market for a high-quality previously owned vehicle, the 2020 Subaru Forester should be at the top of your list. Take a closer look at what this popular model has to offer and then visit us at Granite Subaru to take a test drive.

Exterior Styling

 The 2020 Subaru Forester has many of the same rugged styling elements for which Subaru is known and loved, but it emerges with its own distinctive look. The SUV has the familiar Subaru front end, with a tidy, hexagonal grille surrounded in chrome trim and accented with a chrome bar and the blue Subaru logo. Black body cladding runs along the front air intake, and the medium-sized headlights flank the grille and rest over two smaller air intakes. 

The profile on the 2020 Forester is tailored and thoughtful, and many trim levels feature black cladding along the bottom edge. The rear features a small spoiler, as well as black body cladding on the lower profile. 

Body-colored bumpers and door handles are standard. On some trim levels, accent colors are featured amid the black body cladding, such as a small, orange line that runs through the center, providing a unique design detail. All models but the base trim come with roof rails, as well. 

Color options for the 2020 Subaru Forester included Crystal Black Silica, Crimson Red Pearl, Magnetite Gray Metallic, Horizon Blue Pearl, Ice Silver Metallic, Jasper Green Metallic, Sepia Bronze Metallic, Crystal White Pearl, and Dark Blue Pearl. These color options all created gorgeous profiles for the 2020 Forester.

Interior Styling

Inside the 2020 Subaru Forester, you'll find a comfortable and stylish cabin that will make driving a pleasure. Your passengers will find the experience equally pleasurable, whether they are on short or long trips.

The thin support beams and wide glass enhance visibility throughout the cabin, giving drivers a clear view and letting passengers better enjoy the scenery. Meanwhile, ergonomic seats ensure optimal comfort, and high-quality, soft-touch materials used throughout the cabin create a pleasing environment. 

 The dashboard is well-styled, with grooves and accents for visual appeal, as well as chrome accents. The central infotainment display is flanked by vertical air vents, making the most of the space and optimizing comfort. A driver-information display sits on top of the infotainment unit, making important information easy to access during the drive. Knobs and controls are easy to reach and are intuitively placed.

Storage is placed strategically throughout the cabin, and there is plenty of leg and head room for everyone. A full floor console and mini overhead console are both included. The cabin has been thoughtfully designed to make optimal use of the whole space. 

Gray, black, and saddle brown were some of the interior color options offered on the 2020 Forester. Some colors were only available on upper trim levels, and some were available in specific combinations with exterior colors. 

Power and Performance

All trim levels on the 2020 Subaru Forester came with the same engine: A 2.5-liter flat four-cylinder engine that put out 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque. The single engine option means that you won't have any surprises when you shop for the previously owned models of the 2020 Forester. You'll know what to expect in every model you find.

The Forester's engine was paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive was standard across trim levels. The combination resulted in smooth and powerful performance that drivers love. The 2020 Forester was also able to tow up to 1,500 pounds - perfect for weekend camping trips and other adventures. 

While the capable engine and four-wheel drive will make off-roading a breeze, your adventures will be further enhanced by the large, 8.7 inches of ground clearance on the Forester and the X-Mode drive setting that includes trail capability and hill descent control. You'll feel safe and in control when you venture off the beaten path in the Forester.

The 2020 Forester also gets great gas mileage. Expect to get about 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. You'll get a lot more out of each tank than you do in comparable SUVs. 

Entertainment and Technology

Plenty of great features and technology are offered in the 2020 Subaru Forester to make the driving experience even more fun. The infotainment system is displayed on a 6.5-inch screen, and the system includes both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as USB ports for charging and streaming devices, Bluetooth streaming, satellite radio, and a CD player. 

Other interior features include automatic climate control, rear USB ports, fade-to-off interior lighting, and keyless entry. Many more features are added as you move up the trim levels. However, you'll find that the base model offers plenty to make any trip more enjoyable. 

Safety Features

The 2020 Subaru Forester was built to last, and it was built with safety in mind. Its sturdy construction and smart design earned it a five-star rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and led to it being named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. 

In addition to its exceptional design, the Forester also comes with a number of safety features that provide assistance on the road, helping drivers to avoid accidents. Some standard safety features on the 2020 Forester include electronic stability control, automatic headlights, variable intermittent windshield wipers, LED brake lights, and perimeter approach lights. All models also come with the EyeSight suite of safety features, which include automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, a backup camera, lane departure warning, and lane keep assistance. Additional features include front collision mitigation, driver monitoring alert, and an airbag occupancy sensor. 

You can feel confident driving the 2020 Forester, no matter who you have as a passenger. You'll have extra protection on the road, no matter what happens.

Trim Levels

The 2020 Subaru Forester came in five trim levels, giving buyers a wide range of options to get the configuration they wanted. When you shop for previously owned models of the Forester, you won't have the ability to make these selections on your own, but you will enjoy paying a lower price for a more fully loaded configuration. You can get a lot more features for your budget. 

After the base model, the trim levels on the Forester were the Premium, Sport, Limited, and Touring. 

The Premium trim adds exterior upgrades like 17-inch alloy wheels, heated side mirrors, a windshield wiper de-icer, a panoramic moonroof, and a rear spoiler. Inside, you'll see upgrades like heated front seats, a 10-way adjustable driver's seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and reclining rear seats. 

The Sport trim features performance upgrades, such as a Sport drive mode, paddle shifters, larger front disc brakes, and larger 18-inch alloy wheels. It also has a larger multi-function color driver's display to make it easier to access important vehicle information during the drive. Unique styling changes on the Sport trim include gray upholstery and orange and black accents throughout the interior and exterior. Other upgrades include LED fog lights and an LCD gauge cluster.

The Limited trim adds more luxury styling and tech features. This trim added leather upholstery and chrome exterior trim. Steering-responsive LED headlights and a power tailgate were added on the exterior. Inside, it added dual-zone automatic climate control and a larger 8-inch infotainment screen. Additional safety features include blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

Finally, the Touring trim level represented the epitome of luxury. It added perforated leather upholstery, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power-adjustable passenger seat. The side mirrors gained a reverse tilt, and the exterior was upgraded with silver and chrome trim, as well as 18-inch bright wheels. Inside, upgrades included a navigation system and a premium Harman Kardon sound system. Safety upgrades included a monitoring system for distracted or fatigued drivers and reverse automatic emergency braking. 

When you are shopping for previously owned Forester models, be sure to note the trim level and ask about any options packages that may have been added.

Shop the 2020 Subaru Forester at Granite Subaru

The 2020 Subaru Forester is a high-quality SUV that will give you many years of great performance and a wonderful driving experience. Granite Subaru is proud to offer it among our many previously owned vehicles. Visit us today to take a test drive of the 2020 Forester and discover what makes it such a popular choice. Our finance specialists will help you find the terms to fit your budget so that you can drive home with your new SUV today.