The all-new Subaru Forester 2019 has finally landed in our country after its ASEAN debut in the middle of 2018. According to Mr. Gerry Hernandez - Subaru Philippines General Manager, the car will be officially released in the Philippines in January 2019 and has already delivered.
The Philippine market will receive 3 versions including the 2.0i-S EyeSight, 2.0i-L EyeSight and the entry-level 2.0i-L while other markets in South East Asian get 4 variants. The 2.0i-L EyeSight and 2.0i-L come adorned with 17’’ alloy wheels and LED headlamps while the 2.0i-S has 18’’ alloy wheels, a sunroof, faux skid plates at the front and rear and LED fog lamps.
The all-new Forester 2019 has finally landed in the Philippines
The 2.0i-L EyeSight and 2.0i-L come adorned with 17’’ alloy wheels and LED headlamps
For equipment, the three versions of the Subaru Forester 2019 get the same level. The 2.0i-S EyeSight and 2.0i-L EyeSight are equipped with an 8’’ audio display, dual-zone climate control, leather seats with power adjust for both front seats and steering responsive headlamps. The 2.0i-L is not pampered with the steering responsive headlamps and the power seats.
Especially, the 2.0i-S EyeSight is offered aluminum pedals, a sunroof, push-button fold down rear seats and a power rear tailgate. The EyeSight tech package consists of lane change assist, low-speed follow cruise control, adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.
For equipment, the three versions of the Forester 2019 get the same level
The 2.0i-S EyeSight and 2.0i-L EyeSight are equipped with an 8’’ audio display
Its interior comes with leather seats
Forester 2019 cargo space
Under the hood, the all-new Subaru Forester 2019 is armed with a 2.0L powertrain which is capable of cranking out 154 hp and 196 Nm of torque. It works in a conjunction with the Lineartronic CVT and driven by Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive.
The 2.0i-S EyeSight is also given optional Special X-Mode to enhance its off-road capability and help the vehicle adapt to different conditions.
Under the hood, the all-new Forester 2019 is armed with a 2.0L powertrain
According to the latest car news, the Subaru Forester 2019 prices are announced as follows:
Model | Price |
Subaru Forester 2.0-S EyeSight | P1,798,000 |
Subaru Forester 2.0i-L EyeSight | P1,698,000 |
Subaru Forester 2.0i-L | P1,598,000 |
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The Subaru Forester is a five-seater, all-wheel-drive, compact crossover. For the Philippine market, this model has two variants. This includes the Forester 2.0i-S EyeSight CVT and the Forester GT Edition priced at Php 2,168,000 and Php 2,298,000 respectively.
Under the hood, the Philippine-spec Subaru Forester uses a 2.0-liter boxer gasoline engine. This mill can make up to 154hp and 196Nm of torque. The sole Forester variant comes with a lineartronic continuously variable gearbox, and all have all-wheel-drive.
Size-wise, the Forester is 4,640mm long, 1,815mm wide, and 1,730mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,670mm, and a ground clearance of 220mm.
In the local market, the Subaru Forester competes against the likes of the Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5, Honda CR-V, among others.
₱ 2,168,000 - ₱ 2,298,000
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