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Available May 2004, all 2005 U.S. Forester models get air filtration, driver's airbags is now dual stage deploying in addition to dual stage passenger airbag, new.... more what's new

 history I new for 05  I  safety, maintenance, warranty I prices I dimensions
standard features  l specifications I options I colors
2005 Forester photographs page

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Safety: 5Star front and side crash tests NHTSA; IIHS Best Pick
Updates, misc links etc: March 05 Leading car testing magazine: Forester a favored pick for a Smaller SUV category and a suggested buy.

6/06 Manual transmission: be sure to always let off the clutch completely to release the hill holder.
4/05 price increase on cars arriving at dealers starting in May 2005
4/05 Canadian Special Edition X
10/2004 New options: Short shifter on XT, Auto dimming mirror/compass with optional Homelink (see photo pg)
8/04 Price increase on cars delivered to dealers starting 9/04
8/04 Forester STi article - there is no word on it coming to the US at this time
2/04 Car & Driver Best Small SUV

new 2005 Subaru Forester XS LL Bean
new for 05 XS LL Bean
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About the Forester archived specs

BASICS...
The Subaru Forester is an all-wheel-drive car-based SUV introduced in 1998. Made by Fuji (Subaru) in Ota, Japan.
Shares wheelbase with the Subaru Impreza
Size and price wise it fits between the smaller Impreza and the larger Legacy and is popular with commuter, campers and small families. People appreciate the practicality, looks, strong motor, smooth ride and excellent handling.
The Forester has done very well in Insurance Institute crash tests and various consumer magazine ratings, usually earning top spots and recommended ratings.

HISTORY...
2005 summary:Available starting in May 2004.
October: new options now available: Short shifter on XT models, Auto dimming mirror/compass with optional Homelink on all models
September: Price increase on all cars delivered to dealers starting 9/04

All 05 models get air filtration, the driver's airbags is now dual stage deploying as the passenger airbag has been, there a new remote keyless entry, new black sidewall tires.
New model: XS LL Bean replaces the XS Premium with Leather model, which was included in early printed brochures. The LL Bean has new load leveling rear suspension, hard finish cargo floor, comes standard with auto dimming mirror/copmpass & etc.
Power driver's seat is finally on the Forester, it is on all XS and XT models.
Turbo XT gets new immobilizer (chipped) key, and the XT Premium with leather/sunroof is now available with a manual transmission.
There are a few new colors and etc....

2004: Turbo XT model introduced.

2003: Major remodel: 2nd generation Forester available mid-May 2002.
1st major re-design sinbce introduced in 1998. Models renamed X and XS.
Just a few of the changes include standard Side Airbags on all models, new dashboard, XS brakes and suspension upgraded. New grill, tailgate, hood, seats ..

2002 model has a few minor upgrades, including factory leather (S Premium only), daytime running lights etc

2001 Minor re-design, available early, in February 2000. New: front, rear lights, dashboard, rear seats, S Premium model added

1999 model body was stiffened and strengthened and did very well in crash tests.

1998 1ST YEAR!

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New on the 05 Forester
scroll down for complete model information
NEW FOR 2005
Destination $575 (up $25)
New advertising fee (275) charged to dealers

New models:
XS Premium renamed 'XS with moonroof"
XS LL Bean replaces XS Premium with leather
XT Premium now available with manual transmission 
New colors

new on X:
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Air filtration (replace filter every 3+ mos or so)
New keyless remote
Dual stage deploying driver's airbags (n additon to dual passenger airbag)
Illuminated power window button
Black raised letter tires replace white raised letter tires
New center dashdisplay
new on XS, XS w/ moonroof
(in additon to the X)
XS gets mono-tone paint
Upgraded speakers
8 way Power driver's seat (finally!)
8 spoke 16" alloys
new climate control knobs
New model: XS LL Bean includes
(in addition to X, XS)

automatic transmission
Rear self-leveling suspension  This is a mechanical self leveling system (not power) on the LL Bean only.  Increased cargo weight puts pressure on special oil filled suspension components to raise vehicle height as the vehicle is driven. It can take app 1-2 miles of driving to level. When the weight has been removed it can take to app 1/2 mile to resume normal height.
Hard-finish (non-carpeted) rear cargo and rear seat back not available on any other model
Power driver's seat, 8way
Beige leather with perforated side bolsters and LL Bean logo
Alarm system
Auto dimming mirror/compass
new 10 spoke 16" alloys

New on XT, XT Premium
(in addition to X)

XT Premium w/ sunroof & leather is now available with manual
8 way Power driver's seat
Immobilizer key (chipped key, required to drive car, not available on any other model)


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Safety and vehicle roll-over questions

    the Forester meets federal safety standards for Passenger Vehicles

The Forester does not require a roll over warning label on the driver's visor and has excellent emergency handling.

(All other small sport utilities are required to have a safety warning that they don't handle like a normal car and extra care must be taken to prevent roll over and injury)

Safety
5 Star front, side crash results, US Gov testing http://www.nhtsa.com
Crash Tests from the Ins Inst for Hgwy Safety

all models have front and front side air bags
all have collapsable pedals
Front passenger airbag is "dual stage deployment"
crumple zones front and rear, 
side impact door beams
child safety rear door locks
child seat anchors (latch system)
child seat tethers (latch system)
tinted safety glass.
Daytime running lights
Anti-lock brakes

Warranties-
Bumper-to-bumper: 3 year/36,000 miles
3year/36,000 Service Adjustment (adjustment performed one time)
3yr/36000 miles roadside assistance ( Cross Country Motor Club, call 800 261-2155)
3year/36,000 mile Wear Item Warranty covers brake pad/shoe linings, clutch disc lining, wiper blades
Roadside assistance: 3 year/36,000 miles
Powertrain: 5 year/ 60,000 miles
Corrosion: 5 year/100,000 miles
Does not cover wear or damage due to competitive driving
Maintenance - full maintenance page
Oil changes intervals: 3,750 miles with normal driving, 7,500 miles with light driving
Minor service: every 15,000 miles - inspection, tire rotation (best 9-12,000 miles), air and other filter changes as necessary.
30,000 mile service with major fluids and filter change and starting with 2000 Models replace spark plugs
60,000 miles - repeat 30,000 service, on 1998-9 models spark plug replacement
105,000 miles replace timing belt.

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2005 FORESTER PRICE LIST
Price increases
on cars delivered to dealers in May 2005
on cars delivered to dealers in 9/04

NOTES new on 2005s
Destination now $575 (was $550 for 04); Alaska residents add $150 destination = $725
New England, NY, NJ, Hi residents contact your local dealer. You have a different distributor and so prices may vary.

NEW advertising charge. Invoice prices do not include a new regional Subaru advertising fee ($275) that is already in effect in many areas of the U.S. and should be national by years end according to Subaru.
This is a real fee charged to the dealer on the invoice and will be passed along (sorry..)

Correction: early brochures showed a XS Premium model. That model has been renamed the LL Bean.

2005 Forester
code
MSRP 
$575 is destination
Invoice
$575 is destination
add for regional advertising
2005 X, manual trans 5FA $21,195 +$575 = $21,770
after 9/2004 $21,295 +$575 =$21,870
after May 2005 $21,445 +$575= $22,020
$19,579 +$575 = $20,154
after 9/2004   $19,685 +$575 = $20,260
after May 2005 $19,843 +$575= $20,418
2005 X, automatic trans 5FB $21,995 +$575 = $22,570
after 9/2004 $22,095 +$575 = $22,670
after May 2005 $22,245 +$575= $22,820
$20,306 +$575 = $20,881
after 9/2004 $20,412 +$575 = $20,987
after May 2005 $20,570 +$575= $21,145
2005 XS, manual trans 5FC $23,595 +$575 = $24,170
after 9/2004 $23,695 +$575 = $24,270
after May 2005 $23,845 +$575= $24,420
$21,679 +$575 = $22,254
after 9/2004 $21,784 +$575 = $22,359
after May 2005 $21,942 +$575= $22,517
2005 XS, automatic trans 5FD $24,395 +$575 = $24,970
after 9/2004 $24,495 +$575 =$25,070
after May 2005 $24,645 +$575= $25,220
$22,406 +$575 = $22,981
after 9/2004  $22,511 +$575 = $23,086
after May 2005 $22,669 +$575= $23,244
2005 XS w/ moonroof, manual trans 5FE  $24,595 +$575 = $25,170
after 9/2004 $24,695 +$575 = $25,270
after May 2005 $24,845 +$575= $25,420
$22,5876 +$575 = $23,162
after 9/2004 $22,692 +$575 = $23,267
after May 2005 $22,850 +$575= $23,425
2005 XS w/ moonroof, automatic trans 5FF $25,395 +$575 = $25,970
after 9/2004 $25,495 +$575 =$26,070
after May 2005 $25,645 +$575= $26,220
$23,314 +$575 = $23,889
after 9/2004 $23,419 +$575 = $23,995
after May 2005 $23,577 +$575= $24,152
2005 XS LL Bean, automatic trans 5FG $26,295 +$575 = $26,870
after 9/2004 $26,395 +$575 = $26,970
after May 2005 $26,545 +$575= $27,120
$24,149 +$575 = $24,704
after 9/2004 $24,235 +$575 = $24,819
after May 2005 $24,393 +$575= $24,968
2005 XT turbo, manual trans 5FI $25,595 +$575 = $26,170
after 9/2004 $25,695 +$575 = $26,270
after May 2005 $25,845 +$575= $26,420
$23,593 +$575 = $24,168
after 9/2004 $23,698 +$575 = $24,273
after May 2005 $23,856 +$575= $24,431
2005 XT turbo, automatic trans 5FJ $26,395 +$575 = $26,970
after 9/2004 $26,495 +$575 = $27,070
after May 2005 $26,645 +$575= $27,220
$23,593 +$575 = $24,895
after 9/2004 $24,425 $25,000
after May 2005 $24m583 +$575= $25,158
2005 XT Premium w/ leather, sunroof, manual trans 5FK $27,295 +$575 = $27,870
after 9/2004 $27,395 +$575 = $27,970
after May 2005 $27,545 +$575= $28,120
$25,132 +$575 = $25,707
after 9/2004 $25,237 +$575 = $25,812
after May 2005 $25,395 +$575= $25,970
2005 XT Premium w/ leather, sunroof, automatic trans 5FL $28,095 +$575 = $28,670
after 9/2004 $28,195 +$575 = $28,770
after May 2005 $28,345 +$575= $28,920
$25,859 +$575 = $26,434
after 9/2004 $25,964 +$575 = $26,539
after May 2005 $26,122 +$575= $26,697
end 2005 Forester
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MSRP suggested list
$575 is destination
Invoice
$575 is destination
add for regional advertising


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CARGO MEASUREMENTS
Subaru Forester cargo area measurements
FORESTER CARGO MEASURMENTS
hand measured by me

A: door opening height from sill to sill 32"
B: cargo length with rear seat up 37"
C: height floor to roof 34"
D: floor width, maximum (same as top of wheel well) 53.5"
E: length with rear seat down 62"
F: width mid-gate 46.5"
G: width at narrowest gate 37"
H: width between wheel wells 37.5"

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2005 Forester DIMENSIONS
all information subject to change and correction
Overall length: 175.2"
Overall height including roof rack & cross bars: 65"
Overall width: 68.3"
Wheelbase: 99.4"
Turning radius: 34.8ft
Track front/rear: 58.9"/58.5"
Angle of approach: 24.8*
Angle of departure: 21.2*
Breakover angle: 18.7*
Driver's seat height, hand measured from ground: app 24-27"
feature
X
XS, XS with moonroof
XS LL Bean
XT Turbo
XT Turbo Premium
Interior Volume (cubic feet)
93.5cf
93.5cf
with sunroof  91.2
91.2cf
93.5cf
91.2cf
Cargo volume, rear seat up
32.0cf
32.0cf
29.6cf
32.0cf
29.6cf
Cargo volume, rear seat down
64.1cf
64.1cf
62.7cf
64.1cf
62.7cf
Front head room
39.8"
39.8"
39.0" (sunroof)
39.8"
39.0" (sunroof)
Rear head room
39.8"
39.8"
37.0
39.8"
37.0"
Front/rear leg room 
43.6"/33.7"
43.6"/33.7"
43.6"/33.7"
43.6"/33.7"
43.6"/33.7"
Ground Clearance
7.5"
7.5"
7.5"
7.7"
7.7"
feature
X
XS, XS w/ moonroof
XS LL Bean
XT TURBO
XT TURBO PREMIUM

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STANDARD FEATURES
all information subject to change and correction
 X MODEL
ALL 2005  Xs HAVE
new Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
new optional 4spd auto transmission with ETC (see above)
new Illuminated door lock switches
new Dual stage deploying front airbags
new Air filtration system (paper filter will need replacing when dirty)
new cloth materialbeige or gray cloth interior
All Wheel Drive
Brakes: Anti-Lock brakes, 4 wheel 4 channel
Brakes: heavy-duty front disc, rear drums
Front and front side airbags
5 shoulder seatbelts, 2 front and 3 rear
3 rear headrests
Hill holder clutch (manual trans only) 
Keyless Remote Entry
Power windows with illuminated switch
Power door locks with keyless entry
Power outside mirrors, fold-in
Air conditioning 
Cruise control
Fog lights
Outside Temperature Gauge
12volt front power outlet  for cell phones etc
12volt rear cargo area power outlet
Cigarette plug and ashtray (lighter not included)
Variable speed front wipers
Dual speed rear wiper, fixed intermittent, blade de-icer
Stereo: 100 watt am/fm/weatherband with single disc CD
Stereo: 4 speakers
2 Tone with unpainted charcoal gray lower body-cladding and bumpers
Cupholders: 2 front, 2 rear (re-designed)
Rear defroster, rear wiper blade de-icer
See-through front head rests
Full Size spare tire under floor inside vehicle
16" steel wheels, MS tires
Leather shift boot (manual only)
Roof rack with Cross Bars, 150# capacity
Height adjustable drivers seat
Lumbar support, driver's seat
Interior dome light (delayed off), rear cargo light, 
Map lights with sunglass holder
3 under-carpet rear cargo storage bins
4 cargo tie-down hooks, 
Tilt steering column
Tachometer, low fuel light, coolant temp. gauge
Automatic off headlights
Floor mats, carpeted
Split folding rear seats
Raised back-up lights (reverse lights)
Plastic headlight lens, chip resistant lexan
Dual over-head storage console (sunglasses etc)
Center storage console with 12v power outlet
2 Trip odometers
Tinted glass

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2005 STANDARD FEATURES XS, XS w/ moonroof, LL Bean
all information subject to change and correction
XS Forester adds over X model
everything the X has, plus....
  • new Power driver's seat
  • new design 16" 8-spoke alloy wheels (X has steel wheel)
  • new Mono-tone paint, 1 color, like 04 XS Premium
  • Upgraded cloth, velour
  • Rear disc brakes (X has rear drum)
  • EBD Electronic Brake Distribution varies braking front/rear depending on cargo
  • All Weather Pkg- oversize outside defrosting mirrors, heated front seats, front windshield wiper de-icer, rear axle limited slip differential (not avail on X)
  • 120 watt CD 6 disc in-dash changer/AM/FM/Weatherband
  • 4 Upgraded Speakers
  • Automatic climate control with Daybright feature
  • Chromed interior door handles
  • Illuminated ignition ring
  • Gray Metallic painted outside mirrors
  • Leather wrapped steering wheel, 
  • Leather parking brake handle
  • Leather shift knob
  • Leather manual transmission shift boot
  • Front seat back pockets
  • XS w/ moonroof 
    adds over XS
    (everything the XS has, plus....)
  • Power glass sunroof with auto open-close feature
  • new model replacing XS Premium
    XS LL Bean adds over XS with moonroof
    everything the XS with moonroof has plus....
     
  • Automatic w/ Electronic Direct Control
  • new Rear self-leveling suspension
  • Alarm system
  • Auto-dimming rear view mirror/compass
  • new Hard-surface cargo floor and rear seatback (not carpeted)
  • Platinum or Steel gray accent or bumpers
  • Beige leather with perforated bolsters
  • LL Bean logo on front seats (it's small)
  • LL Bean floor mats
  • STANDARD FEATURES  on XT, XT Premium
    all information subject to change and correction
    2005 XT adds over XS model
  • new Engine immobilizer key
  • Turbocharged 4 cylinder engine with intercooler etc. (see engine specs above.)
  • available with 5spd manual or 4 speed automatic transmission
  • Ground clearance 7.7" which is .2" higher than non-turbo models
  • Hood scoop for the intercooler
  • Aluminum finish roof rails
  • Black perforated leather shifter and parking brake handle
  • Silver front door sill plates with 'Forester' badging
  • Upgraded 120 watt CD 6 disc in-dash changer/AM/FM/Weatherband with 7 speakers, with base, mid range and treble adjustments, Daybright feature
  • 4 main speakers are upgraded, plus 2 tweeters, plus rear subwoofer speaker
  • 6 spoke alloy wheels
  • XT Premium adds over XT
  • available with 5spd manual or 4 speed automatic transmission
  • Glass Sunroof with auto open-close
  • Leather interior
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    2005 ForesterSpecifications etc
    subject to change, correction
    FEATURE
    X
    XS, XS with Moonroof
    XS LL Bean XT Turbo
    XT Turbo premium
    Engine
    Phase II 2.5 liter 4 cylinder Boxer engine
    16 valve, SOHC Single Overhead Cam
    Fuel system: multi-port sequential fuel injection, 
    distributorless ignition
    2.5L 4 cylinder boxer DOHC turbo
    Intercooled
    Active Valve Control System AVCS
    Horsepower
    Torque
    165hp@5600 rpm
    166 ft lbs torque at 4000 rpm 
    210hp @5,600rpm
    torque 235lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm
    Transmission S: manual with hill holder
    0: automatic
    S: manual with hill holder
    0: automatic
    S: automatic S: manual with hill holder
    0: automatic
    S: manual with hill holder
    0: automatic
    Gear ratios* manual: 1st:3.454, 2nd 2.062, 3rd 1.448, 4th 1.088, 5th .780, reverse 3.333. final 4.111

    automatic: 1st 3.027, 2nd 1.619, 3rd 1,0, 4th 0.694 reverse 2.272; final 4.444

    manual: 1st 3.454, 2nd 1.947, 3rd 1.366. 4th 0.972, 5th 0.738, reverse 2.272. Final 4.444

    automatic: 1st 2.785, 2nd 1.545. 3rd 1.0, 4th 0.694, 
    reverse 2.272.  Final 4.444

    Tune-up information*
    check, confirm with your mechanic - parts supplier for confirmation or changes. 
    Not responsible for errors etc
    plugs: Platinum Champion RC10YCR, or NGK BKR6E-11, BKR5E-11
    firing order 1-3-2-4 
    ignition timing/idle (btdc): manual 10* +/- 8* 650 rpm, auto 15*+/- 8* 700rpm
    Idle speed/rpm: manual: 650 +/- 100, auto 700 +/-100 
    Generator/Battery 12V-90A, manual 48AH, Auto 52AH
    plugs: iridium NGK: PFR6G
    firing order 1-3-2-4 
    ignition timing/idle (btdc): 17* +/- 10* at 700rpm
    Idle speed/rpm 700+/- 100 
    Generator/Battery 12V-90A, manual 48AH, auto 52AH
    Fuel economy
    all models:
    15.9 US gallon tank
    Regular unleaded
    EPA economy rating:
    Manual trans - 23 city / 30 highway
    Automatic trans -  22 city / 28 highway Automatic.
    Premium Unleaded recommended
    EPA economy rating
    Manual trans: 19/24
    Automatic trans: 20/23
    Brakes Front:  11.4" vented disc with dual caliper piston, 
    Rear: 9" drum. 
    Front: 11.4" vented front disc, dual caliper piston, Rear: 10.3" disc.
    With EBD Electronic Brake Force Distribution which distributes braking power front-to-rear depending on weight load.
    model
    X
    XS, XS with Moonroof
    XS LL Bean
    XT turbo
    XT turbo Premium
    Anti-lock brakes
    S
    S
    S
    S
    S
    Steering: variable ratio, engine-speed sensing, power assist rack and pinion 
    S
    S
    S
    S
    S
    Wheels, tires 16x6.5" steel wheel, 
    6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89)
    M&S 215/60R16 raised black letter
    new design 16x6.5" 8 spoke alloy wheel, 
    6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89)
    silver finsh with
    M&S 215/60R16 raised black letter
    16x6.5" 5-twinspoke alloy,
    6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89)
    M&S 215/60R16 raised black letter
    16x6.5" cross sport 6spoke alloy, 6.5jj, offset 48 (1.89)
    M&S 215/60 R16 raised black letter
    Hill-Holder Clutch 
    manual transmission only
    let up clutch completely to release hill holder
    S
    S
    NA
    S
    S
    Curb Weight (pounds): manual trans 3,090 3,105 na 3,225 3,225
    Curb Weight (pounds): automatic trans 3,135  3,150 3,195 3,270 3,270
    Towing
    automatic: 2000 pounds. 
    manual: 2400 pounds
    S S S S
    feature
    X
    XS, XS w/ moonroof
    XS LL Bean
    XT TURBO
    XT TURBO PREMIUM

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    2005 Forester Options

    Notes prices are factory installed. Dealer installed prices may be higher due to labor and parts costs (contact your dealer)

    How to read: List (invoice)
    S = standard, A = available option, NA = not available

    all information subject to change and correction

     Option Packages
    scroll down for individual options
    prices: List (invoice)
    X model XS,
    XS w/ moonroof
    XS LL Bean
    XT Turbo
    XT TURBO PREMIUM
    Popular Equipment Group 1 A-G depending on color
    rear bumper cover, cargo tray, painted splash guards  $289 ($186)
    na
    A
    A
    na
    na
    Popular Equipment Group 2 (code F4G)  Auto-dimming rear view mirror/compass, Security Alarm Upgrade, Custom Tailpipe Tip $429 ($280)
    A
    A
    na
    see pkg 7
    na
    see pkg 7
    na
    see pkg 7
    Popular Equipment Group 2B (code F5H)  Auto-dimming rear view mirror/compass with Homelink, Security Alarm Upgrade, Custom Tailpipe Tip $514 ($336)
    A
    A
    na
    opt Homelink upgrade below
    na
    see pkg 7B
    na
    see pkg 7B
    Popular Equipment Group 3
    Rear cargo net, Armrest ext.  $174 ($114)
    A
    A
    A
    na
    na
    Popular Equipment Group 4 (F4Q) Rear cargo bin, rubber floor mats $170 ($105)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Popular Equipment Group 5 (code F4T) Rear verticle and side cargo nets, front seatback cargo net, cargo area spotlight $232 ($148)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Popular Equipment Group 6 (F4U) Cargo tray, mud flaps, tailpipe tip  $272 ($175)
    A
    na
    na
    na
    na
    Popular Equipment Group 7A (F5C) Alarm security upgrade, auto dimming rear view mirror/compass $387 ($252)
    na
    na
    na
    A
    A
    Popular Equipment Group 7B available late October 2004. Alarm security upgrade, auto dimming rear view mirror/compass with Homelink $472 ($308)
    na
    na
    na
    A
    A
    Premium Sound Package 1 (code F4R) CD in dash 6 disc Changer, upgraded speakers, tweeters, subwoofer amplifier, $1,101  ($770)
    A
    na
    na
    na
    na
    Premium Sound Package 2 (code F4F)
    tweeters, subwoofer/amplifier $245 ($375)
    A
    A
    A
    na
    na
    Performance Group: short throw shifter, turbo boost gauge, medal pad set.  manual transmission only $820 ($535)
    na
    na
    na
    A
    A
    2005 Forester Individual Options
    A= available, na= not available, S = standard
    X model
    XS,
    XS w/ moonroof
    XS LL Bean
    XT Turbo
    XT Premium
    CD changer, 6 disc in dash (code D3A). $525 ($394)
    A
    S
    S
    S
    S
    Tweeters (code D3D) $102. ($67)
    A
    S
    S
    S
    S
    Subwoofer/amplifier (code: D3C) $273 ($109)
    A
    A
    A
    S
    S
    Upgraded speakers (code D3B) $201 ($131) 
    A
    S
    S
    S
    S
    Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ compass (code: KYE)
    The name says it all $183  ($119)
    A
    A
    S
    A
    A
    Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ compass plus Homelink
    $268  ($175) available late October 2004
    A
    A
    na
    see below
    A
    A
    Auto-dimming rearview mirror w/ compass and Homelink upgrade
    $85  ($56)  available late October 2004
    na
    na
    A
    na
    na
    Security alarm upgrade $204  ($133)
    A
    A
    S
    A
    A
    Immobilizer chipped key
    na
    na
    na
    S
    S
    Rear bumper cover (code P3G) $59 ($39)
    --
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Rubber floor mats (code B3A) $55 ($33)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Cargo tray (code M3D) $75 ($46)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Cargo bin (code M2E) $115 ($72)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Custom tailpipe tip, bright metal (code LWB) $42 ($28)
    A
    A
    A
    --
    --
    Cargo net rear (code M3A) $46. ($30)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Cargo net- Sides rear both  (code M3B) $75 ($49) 
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Cargo net- back of rear seats (code M3C) $46 ($30)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Leather Shift Knob
    manual (code J3A) $61 ($40)
    auto. (code J3B) $121 ($79)
    A
    S
    S
    S
    S
    Armrest extension $128 ($84)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Hood deflector/bug guard  $100 ($45) not installed
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Rear differential protector rear (code: P3A) $107 ($70)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Splash Guards black, steel gray painted or body color mud flaps 
    $155 ($101)
    A
    textured gray unpainted

    XS: steel gray painted.
    w/ moonroof: body colored
    A
    steel gray or silver
    A
    body color
    A
    body color
    Brush guard, (code P3D, E) $301  ($196)
    A
    black
    A
    steel gray painted
    A
    steel gray
    A
    black
    A
    black
    Alloy Wheels, 16" (H3A) $659  ($495)
    A
    S
    5spoke
    S
    10 spoke
    S
    6 spoke
    S
    6 spoke
    Wheel Locks (code MSV) $41 ($27)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Rear Spoiler (code depends on color) $353 ($230)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Cargo area spotlight (code M3E) $65 ($39)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    Trailer hitch (Forester rated at 2000#), includes wiring harness, receiver (code Q3K) $295 ($192)
    A
    A
    A
    A
    A
    INSTALLED PERFORMANCE OPTIONS
    all information subject to change and correction
    Short throw shift, manual trans only, $345 ($225)
    na
    na
    na
    A
    A
    Turbo Boost Gauge (T4A) $310 ($202) on steering column
    na
    na
    na
    A
    A
    Performance Guage Pack: manifold vaccuum, oil temperature, volts $725 ($518)
    A
    A
    A
    na
    na
    Performance Guage Pack: turbo boost guage, oil temperature, volts $725 ($518)
    na
    na
    na
    A
    A
    Metal pedal pad set, STi type
    Manual transmission $165 ($108)
    Automatic transmission $141 ($92)
    na
    na
    na
    A
    A
    2005 Forester options
    X
    XS, XS w/moonroof
    XS LL Bean
    XT
    XT Premium
    end 05 options
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    2005 Forester Colors
    all information subject to change and correction
    color
    X
    unpainted textured gray lower accent and unpainted gray bumpers
    cloth interior
    XS, XS with moonroof
    all mono-tone 
    with painted bumpers
    cloth interior
    LL Bean
    beige leather interior
     perforated bolsters.
    gray or silver lower accent and painted bumpers
    XT
    all mono-tone, 
    with painted bumpers
    cloth interior
    XT Premum with Sunroof and Leather
    all mono-tone with
    painted bumped
    Aspen white
    --
    beige
    beige interior
    silver metallic lower accent
    off-black
    off-black leather
    Cayenne Red
    beige
    beige
    beige interior
    gray metallic lower accent
     off-black
    off-black leather
    Obsidian Black Pearl
    beige
    beige
    beige interior
    gray metallic lower accent
    off-black
    off-black leather 
    Regal Blue Pearl
    gray
    --
    beige interior
    gray metallic lower accent
    --
    --
    Champagne Gold Opal
    beige
    beige
    beige interior
    silver metallic lower accent
    off-black
    off-black leather
    Platinum Silver Metallic
    gray
    gray
    --
     off-black
    off-black interior 
    Crystal Gray Metallic
    gray
    gray
    beige interior
    gray metallic lower accent
    off-black
    off black leather
    Woodland Green Pearl
    beige
    --
    beige interior
    gray metallic lower accent
     --
    --

    end 04 colors
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