Available new from: January 1999  -  March 2003

Subaru Forester (97-03)
Subaru Forester (97-03)
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Scroll down for the full details of the Subaru Forester 1997 right here. On this page, you will find all the key specs for the Forester from overall fuel efficiency in MPG and its top speed in MPH, to running costs, dimensions, data and lots more. With Parkers you'll find the most comprehensive source of car specs online.
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Specs Overview

4wd
Auto
Petrol
5dr
Power (bhp)123 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph8.9 secs
Miles per tank343 miles
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 33
Annual road tax £345 - £415 See all rates
Dimensions (mm)Length 4460mm X Width 1948mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new Forester 1997 and what is the overall running cost?

Insurance group33
Annual road tax £345 - £415 See all rates
Price when new£22,790
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of Forester 1997 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity60 litres
Weight1455kg
Length4460mm
Width1948mm
Height1580mm
Wheelbase2525mm
Turning Circle10m
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of Forester 1997?

Power123 bhp
Top Speed117 mph
0-60 mph8.9 secs
Torque240 Nm, 177 ft-lb
CO2 Emissions249 g/km
Euro Emissions Standard
3

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Miles Per Tank343 miles
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Equipment list & trim options

S-Turbo Basic equipment
  • ABS
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric mirrors
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Headlight washers
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Remote locking
  • Roof rails
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
S-Turbo Standard Equipment
  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm
  • CD
  • Cruise control
  • Electric sunroof
  • Front fog lights
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Metallic Paint
  • Side airbags
S-Turbo Optional Equipment
  • n/a
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of Subaru Forester 1997?

Engine Size1994cc
Cylinders4
Valves16
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Gearbox4 Speed Auto
Drivetrain4 wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in Subaru Forester 1997 and its boot size?

Doors5
Seats5
Luggage Capacity-
Unbraked Towing Weight500kg
Braked Towing Weight1800kg

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