2006 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

I've had my forester for a couple years now and have been very satisfied with the handling and reliability. The absolute best part about this car is the overall road handling. I don't really like driving bigger SUV's and this drives more like a car. The standard AWD and antilock breaks enables this car to tear it up even on snowy and wet roads. I usually find myself trying to manuever around other cars stuck on the road. I feel like this is truly a safe vehicle in any condition. Another selling point is that the gas milage is amazing. If I wanted to be picky, there are just a few things I don't care for: exterior still too box-like (but better than it used to be). Interior design seems thin and not durable. The seats stain too easily from water. Not a whole lot of features (my mazda has audio controls built into the wheel). Not confortable for long rides, very stiff. Unfortunetally, my wife is pregnant and I have to get rid of this car for a bigger SUV. I don't think there's enough room in the back for a child seat and everything else. A parent friend of mine who had this car also agreed and said that his son was too close to the back of the front seats. I with I could keep this car because of everything good I mentioned, but it's not big enough. My complaints are probably too cosmetic and you may not have a family. The things you really want in a car, like handling and reliability, are excellent in the forester.

It's the best car I ever owned! The AWD is fantastic! I didn't mind driving it in the snow because I knew I'd get where I wanted to go. I love my Subaru!

I have driven many different cars (Pontiac, VW, Honda, Kia, Mazda...), and hands down, this is the best car I have ever owned! I am completely sold on Subaru and will probably never own anything else. The 2006 Forrester is cute, spacious (enough for 2 parents, a preschooler, an infant and ALL of their stuff), comfortable, fuel efficient and, above all, safe. What more do you need? Trust me, there is a reason that Subaru is called the "best kept secret in the car industry!"

My friends teased me for buying a "soccer mom's car." The exterior styling CAN be vamped with the optional accessories Subaru offers. As for quality, SECOND TO NONE! For years I drove JEEPs due to the harsh winters of this area. I must say the all-wheel-drive impresses me. The transition into this car was effortless, I love the comfort and handling! I recommended this car to a friend who purchased her own and loves it. This car does not feel like a typical "family wagon."

Amazing pick-up, pulls your guts back if you really give it gas, 5/5 handling, town car to off-road 4WD, high clearance as well, perfect car for anyone.

with few words if the only thing u care of is show off dont buy it.if u care about a thrilling driving experience get the xt turbo.U will make a few porsche cayenne drivers run for cover while u will also be able to drive on almost every surface with maximum 4wd safety.i hated the car when i first saw it.i took it for a test drive and i bought it immediately!Speed?...breathtaking.Rain?...walk in the park.Tarmac?...Perfect!!!As for styling... ok it suffers big.Beleive me i used to own a mazda RX8!not only i havent regreted my choice i totally love it!!!