Dealer Comments
2024 Subaru Forester S5 MY24 2.5iL AWD O?O The AllWeather Family SUV The Forester 2.5iL strikes a perfect balance between daily comfort and off-road ability. Powered by a 136kW/239Nm 2.5litre boxer petrol engine paired with a smooth CVT transmission, this all-wheel-drive SUV delivers refined performance and excellent traction across all grip conditions
Why It's a Great Choice: Symmetrical AWD with XMode offers confidence and control in rain, light trails, or slippery roads O?O ideal for Darwin's diverse driving conditions
5star ANCAP safety, triple safety displays, Subaru EyeSight® driver assist (adaptive cruise, lane-keep, precollision braking), blind-spot and rearcross-traffic alerts, and even microsleep/driver monitoring tech included
Cabin space and visibility stand out thanks to generous 220mm ground clearance and large windows. The 498L boot (expandable to ~1,060L) easily handles luggage, prams, or gear
Even base and mid variants (like this 2.5iL) come generously equipped: 8 touchscreen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, LED headlights, power folding mirrors, and 17 alloys
Drive & Maintenance The Forester rides softly yet confidentlyO?Ocomfortable for school runs and refined for long trips. The boxer engine is smooth and efficient, averaging around 7.4L/100km combined, though real-world figures can rise under city load or spirited driving
It's covered by Subaru's 5year/unlimitedkm warranty, with 12-month or 12,000km service intervals
