The Subaru Forester

Safe, reliable, fuel-efficient, fun to drive, and well-equipped for everything you have in mind. The Subaru Forester is also affordable and built for the long road ahead. Here at Chilson Subaru, we have a great selection of new Forester models for you to choose from and there is no better way to discover all that a new Subaru has to offer than from the driver's seat. Browse our inventory online to find the new Subaru Forester that is just right for you and then swing by the dealership for a test drive.

Why Menomonie Drivers Love The Subaru Forester

For years the Subaru Forester has been the perfect crossover SUV for drivers around River Falls, WI with the ability to adapt to everything life has to offer. Not to mention that the Subaru Forester is constantly named as the safest vehicle in its class and will maintain a commanding grip on the road no matter how much it snows. Another reason to love the Subaru Forester is for its long-lasting quality and performance to help you cover 200,000-miles of adventure. With each new model year, Subaru raises the bar and the new 2020 Subaru Forester is no exception.

Advanced Safety Features:

Safety has always been one of the best reasons for Eau Claire to choose the Subaru Forester is Subaru's unmatched commitment to safety and proven track record of class-leading safety. Every Forester comes standard with Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist Technology and the new Subaru Rear Seat Reminder to alert drivers to double-check the back seat to prevent children or pets from being left in the vehicle. Subaru STARLINK Safety & Security is another collection of safety features that the Forester is available with and includes Automatic Collision Notification, SOS Emergency Assist, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, and more. One feature that is not available on any other vehicle in its class is Subaru DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System that will alert the driver to bring their attention back to the road when they exhibit signs of distracted or drowsy driving. The Forester is also available with Reverse Automatic Braking, High Beam Assist, LED Steering Responsive Headlights, and Blind-Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.

Powertrain & Performance:

The Subaru Forester provides River Falls, WI drivers with the ideal blend of spirited, efficient, and capable performance thanks to a BOXER and standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. No other all-wheel-drive system can offer the same level of traction, control or stability as the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. The Forester is also available with X-Mode and Hill Descent Control for enhanced performance off-road and low-friction surfaces. The 2.5L four-cylinder BOXER engine powering the Forester is capable of towing up to 1,500 lbs., generates 182 horsepower, and features Auto Stop-Start Technology to get up to 33 highway mpg.

Available Trim Levels & Features:

New Subaru Forester Inventory

Is the New Subaru Forester the Right Choice For Your Travels in and Around Eau Claire, WI?

From its efficient driving style to its standard all-wheel drive, the new Subaru Forester is an all-around excellent small SUV. You'll be able to use this cleverly designed crossover for everything from your daily commuting in from Menomonie or River Falls, to all sorts of family adventures through any kind of weather. Armed with the latest Subaru tech, connecting and remaining safe and entertained while you're on the go is a breeze with the new Forester. Visit our Eau Claire, WI Subaru dealership today and we'll be happy to help you find the perfect fit in a new Forester SUV.

Performance and Capabilities

All Forester models found in our new Subaru lineup are powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, which produces 182 horsepower with 176 pound-feet of torque. Earning up to 33 mpg on the highway, as the new Forester does, is a great figure for any SUV of this style, but it's especially impressive considering the standard Subaru Symmetrical AWD system that's included. This allows you to safely and capably maintain traction and control when driving through rough winter weather, over slickened road surfaces or for taking off from the beaten path.

Safety and Technology

As with any Subaru found here in Eau Claire, the new Forester is generously equipped with all kinds of smart technology. You'll start off with a nice touchscreen setup, smartphone integration and other easy to use features for all kinds of infotainment purposes. In higher trims, you'll add extra tech features, helping you to connect while you're on the go around the Chippewa Falls area in your new Forester while you enjoy its high-end safety features as well.

The Subaru EyeSight safety suite comes standard in the new Forester, helping you look out for hazards on the roads around Eau Claire and River Falls. The starting package of this driver assistance suite includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation, lane departure warning and lane keeping assist. Moving up to the next trim levels available in the Forester lineup will add blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, rear automatic braking and a driver monitoring system that makes sure you're not getting drowsy from behind the wheel.

Exterior and Interior

With its classic front grille design and the subtle but quality styling on the outside, the Forester makes it clear that this is a Subaru SUV. Roof rails of various types are found throughout the trim level lineup, and of course there are all sorts of Genuine Subaru Accessories and special wheels you can add to the mix, with our Eau Claire dealership making it easy for you to shop for those add-ons.

Settling inside the new Forester, you and your passengers will appreciate the attention paid to every tiny detail. From behind the steering wheel, you'll have two different available touchscreen setups within reach to access all your features, while there are several options for improved leather upholstery throughout the cabin. Other amenities that are optional with the new Forester include heated seats and steering wheel, a hands-free power liftgate and more, making sure all your travels around Chippewa Falls and beyond are as convenient as possible.

Find a Great New Subaru Forester Special or Lease Deal Before Taking a Test Drive

Ready to start shopping? Apply for financing online right now and we'll match you up with the kind of new Subaru lease or loan that works for your budget and for the Forester edition you're interested in. From there, we invite you over to Chilson Subaru in Eau Claire today for a quick test drive.

See How the Subaru Forester Compares to the Competition at Chilson Subaru!

There is a lot to enjoy about the new Subaru Forester, from its performance to its family-friendliness and safety. However, this midsize crossover SUV hardly stands alone in its class. The Subaru Forester has a few competitors across multiple brands. These SUVs are similarly-sized with similar levels of performance and safety. We invite you to learn more about the new Subaru Forester excels above the challengers, here art Chilson Subaru. Visit us in Eau Claire, WI for a test drive; we are less than a half-hour outside of Menomonie, WI.

Subaru Forester vs Toyota RAV4

Toyota proves a strong challenger against the Subaru brand, and the RAV4 SUV is no exception. While the RAV4 might have a more stylish exterior design to some, it lacks a lot of the passenger space of the Subaru Forester. The Forester offers some of the best interior space of any SUV of its class, with a whopping 111.9 cubic feet of space. The Toyota RAV4 underwent a redesign recently which cut its passenger volume down to 98.9 cubic feet.

The overall cargo space of the Forester is great for bringing outdoor gear to Kinnickinnic State Park near River Falls, with up to 76.1 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seatbacks folded in. The Toyota RAV4 offers up to 69.8 cubic feet with its back seats folded in.

Subaru Forester vs Chevy Equinox

While the Chevy brand is well-known for the robust performances of their larger pickup trucks and SUVs, these cars often do not contribute the best fuel economy. The Subaru Forester can travel up to 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway, while its main competitor from Chevy, the Equinox SUV, falls short in this area. The new Equinox can travel up to 26 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway with FWD. The base engine of the Equinox even falls short in power, generating up to 170-horsepower with its turbocharger. Meanwhile the standard flat-four engine of the Forester generates up to 182 total horsepower. Both of these SUVs can tow up to 1,500 lbs. with these engines.

Subaru Forester vs Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V also provides a strong challenge to the efficiency and design of the Subaru Forester. While the Honda CR-V offers excellent efficiency, it lacks many of the same standard features of the Forester, despite its higher starting price. The new Subaru Forester near Chippewa Falls, WI comes standard with conveniences like Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, Subaru Symmetrical AWD, and LED front headlights. The Honda CR-V has a similar AWD that comes available on all its trims, but all other previous features only come available on select CR-V trims for an extra price. With the Subaru Forester, you get a lot more for almost $1,000 less.

Chilson Subaru in Eau Claire, WI treats the needs of each individual customer with paramount concern. We know that you have high expectations, and as a car dealer we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards. Allow us to demonstrate our commitment to excellence!

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