Subaru Forester SJ 2.5 SUV
126 kW171 PS169 hp2012–2018
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- Power
- 126 kW 171 PS · 169 hp
- Boot volume
- 500 l
- Displacement
- 2,500 cm³
The Subaru Forester SJ 2.5 produces 126 kW (171 PS) from a 2.5-litre engine and comes as an SUV. The Forester SJ 2.5 has all-wheel drive.
It is the most powerful of the 3 versions in the Forester SJ range, with 17% more output than the entry 2.0 diesel (108 kW). Set the Forester SJ 2.5 against the Honda CR-V in a full comparison.
The Forester SJ 2.5 in numbers: strong points
- Most powerful version of the Forester SJ: 126 kW (171 PS)
- Large boot: 500 l
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Engine
| Displacement | 2,500 cm³ 2.5 l · 153 cu in |
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| Power | 126 kW 171 PS · 169 hp |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Width | 1,780 mm 70.1 in |
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| Height | 1,700 mm 66.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,615 mm 103.0 in |
| Boot volume | 500 l 17.7 cu ft |
Production
| Body type | SUV |
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| Years | 2012–2018 |
| Generation | Forester SJ (2012–2018) |
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