All-new Subaru Forester 2019 officially launched in the Philippines

Updated Oct 07, 2019 | Same topic: Most Updated Car Concept

The Subaru Forester 2019 gets a starting price of P1,598,000.

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.

Subaru Forester 2019 angular front

The all-new Forester 2019 has finally landed in the Philippines

Subaru Forester 2019 haedlamp

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.

Subaru Forester 2019 dashboard area

For equipment, the three versions of the Forester 2019 get the same level

Subaru Forester 2019 dashboard

The 2.0i-S EyeSight and 2.0i-L EyeSight are equipped with an 8’’ audio display

Subaru Forester 2019 seats

Its interior comes with leather seats

Subaru Forester 2019 cargo space

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.

Subaru Forester 2019 engine

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:

Subaru Forester 2019 prices in the Philippines
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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Subaru Forester

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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