I love your honesty, Sarah! This video review is pure, unadulterated, authentic Sarah-n-Tuned. Keep up the real world reviews and opinions. ...and the Terminator jokes. ;-)
I have a 2020 touring , its fantastic ! Averaging 35 mpg in 12,300 miles . If easy on the throttle I'm in the high 30s to low 40s . and that is what the dash monitor is revealing. Bought it new , no oil consumption in between oil changes . One thing I was impressed with that you don't hear is the turning radius is super . Came from a 99 jeep Cherokee that took me many miles. Its an eye opener how the technology has changed/advanced and safety is so critical these days. I'm enjoying each and every mile !
Gump got farther up the hill than I thought it would considering it’s on all season road tires. Watching it pop up on three wheels multiple times and still going is still impressive for a minisuv. They are lots of fun on a backroad dirt road going flat out with all four tires flinging dirt.
You are absolutely right about Subaru needing to become more quirky with their designs and features. Quirky is unique. Unique stands out. People notice. Shine again, Subaru. Shine again.
Subaru isn’t the only manufacturer with the “Nursing Home Chic” they all do it now…gray, white, black, silver, and tan seem to be the only color choices at most car dealerships…..
I have a SH Forester 2.5 X 5-speed. It is on coilovers, rear lca's and other suspension goodies. Rides on 18x9.5 wheels with Falken Azenis RT615K+. It handles like a go-cart but is so slow it keeps me out of trouble with the law. Best of both worlds. Drives like a sports car but huge rear to haul stuff. Next upgrade is a bolstered drivers seat and STi 6-speed swap.
Hi Sarah. I'm a proud owner of 2016 Subaru Forester XT in Quartz Blue Pearl. I'm glad that I opted for the Turbo model since this current generation doesn't offer it. Makes all the difference when it comes to power and acceleration. You were one of the reasons that inspired me to get one. Hopefully, Subaru will release a turbo Forester in the form of a Wilderness trim in the future.
My wife has the Red Touring for all the safety features and the Memory Seats, which in 2019 was the only model that had them. Among the best cars we’ve ever owned. In the Northeast US, having at least 1 vehicle with some kind of AWD is very useful on the snow/slop front and seems like every 4th vehicle is a Subaru.
Only 576 watt's??!! I just find that astounding. When I was a troubled youte I had an Ford XL convertible with a factory FM stereo. It was probably 20 watts per channel and I thought it was window rattling!!
Well ... Subaru goes where the money is , l live in Quebec/Canada and we get butt loads of snow in the winter and with the right tires the forester is actually pretty effective for jumping snowbanks and staying on the road when it's slippery a/f so yeah , it's pretty popular around here ! 🤔
Absolutely 100% agree with the review on the Forester. I picked up a leftover 2020 Touring model last year. Definitely had a lot of features and decently priced. The lack of a turbo model was quite the bummer. That was partially the reason for going to the Touring. Fill the void with gadgets. This is my 5th Subaru as it's hard to beat the AWD system. Living in a area that has snowy winters greatly influenced to go with Subaru. And to your point, Subaru does seem be trending in that direction that getting in long with the other manufacturers. It probably makes more sense on paper because it appeals to a wider audience. But that's not what made Subaru great. Won't hold my breath but would be nice to see it again. Also, I miss manual transmissions... 😥😥 BTW, love the styling of your Gump. Love that front bumper with the vertical spot door the fog lights. Not to mention it's a turbo model. I do love you reviews. They are not your normal "spew-from-the-brochure" reviews you normally see. Informative and entertaining.... A great combo.
I hope they Listen to you Sarah. I agree, they are veering off in the wrong direction. OMG now im thinkin of REM: "Stand in the place where you live, now face North. Think about Direction, wonder why you havnt before." See, if they would just do that, they would be Crankin out some Cool Cars again. That one you just tested but Turbo and higher clearance, beafier diffs, meatier tires. Yes! Yes!👍
I may get my wife a Subaru Crosstrek. Great price for a small 4wd suv for going off road in NJ malls. The rear camera mount makes it look like Waze on a acid.
Too bad you didn't use the only mode that would have made it to the top: Xmode 2 (or Deep Snow and Mud). Sometimes it is worth to know the vehicle's settings before attempting something.
I like the style of your humor very much. You could be a great stand-up comedienne, if you so choose. I hope you enjoy whatever you do, and make lots of money out of it. Take care!
@15:00 Yes Sarah, the same urbancentric virus hit the Honda CRV after 2006. Which is why we dumped our low mile 2011 and kept our 2002 and 2006. They live on a ranch and do ranchy stuff. Still love em.
14:52 “The Forester shouldn’t be a baby SUV, it should be a boxy lifted car”. I disagree. The Forester is a small SUV. The Crosstrek is the lifted car (also based off the Impreza platform).
I wonder how many viewers watched this review not for the interest in possibly owning a Subaru Forester, but for the quirky tongue in cheek reviews that we all have come to expect from Sarah
I have the 2021 Forester Sport. I haven’t taken it off road yet. The sport has a nicer interior to me and I like the sport mode and paddle shifters. I would love a STI version though.
Sarah: there is a 1.8T in Japan already: Forester, Levorge and Outback comes with it. It doesn't have much power, but decent torque available low. Just like you wanted :) The engine is designed for economy, not for power. Saying that, the torque curve is decent,
I love it, brutally honest and relatable. One of the best videos to quote yet-to-date. "Nursing Home chic" "As far as the interior of this forester touring goes, you're all capable of reading brochures, ....", "Bolstering....." I'm ded lol.... "...durable and doesn't look like it was designed by Tupperware" It goes on and on!
That overhead shot at the 10 minute mark is rad!!! I can kinda see what you did with from the shadow, but it's still pretty advanced. I hope you do it on the road with cars here and there in the future. 🙂
I think what you are trying to explain is that the symmetrical fwd system has equal length 1/2 shafts at each axle so torque steer is basically nil. You put out ( ahem ) great car reviews. Karmon Hardon - love your mind Ms. P.
Hope Subaru sees this review...completely agree with what you said re Subi's weirdness- had a 1998 model and loved it. Next had a 2016 one and loved it too but it was getting too close to how other SUVs are. Hope they swing back
Great vid as always Sarah but.....I must say this hill was not the same hill that you climb with the Bronco or the Genesis GV80. This one was a bit harder and needs much more articulation ! ;-)
Love the review. My wife has a 2018 Forester. Your review had me thinking about getting one. Your remarks have me waiting for more power. I like the weird or unique version of Subaru also. Thanks for sharing.
You should be broadcasting in a worldwide network! But then again we will lost the exclusivity... I love your sense of humor, even though American / English is not my native language...
All these compact SUV's need a performance model option. I've test driven the new Hyundai Tucson, Subaru Forester, Chevy Equinox, Toyota RAV4 in the last 2 weeks and they're all slow turd-mobiles. Pathetic levels of slowness. Granted, they're not meant to be sports cars, all I'm asking for is some zest in them to make them interesting and perform better in higher elevations. The CX-5 is my last hope with the 2.5T. I'd probably be happy is Subaru gave the current engine a boost to 210 HP as that would liven it up enough. Otherwise it's a cool little SUV.
I don't know who is buying those these days in the States but up here in the Great White north its the boomers. My mom want's one because all her friends have them. I think 4 or 5 of her friends all bought new Foresters last year. I think it's the new Buick for them.
Happy Humpday Sarah!!! It's actually raining over here by Tucson International, forgotten what it was like, now traffic will suck. LIKE buh in engaged, will have to watch later. Stay excellent!!!😎
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I love your honesty, Sarah! This video review is pure, unadulterated, authentic Sarah-n-Tuned. Keep up the real world reviews and opinions. ...and the Terminator jokes. ;-)
I have a 2020 touring , its fantastic ! Averaging 35 mpg in 12,300 miles . If easy on the throttle I'm in the high 30s to low 40s . and that is what the dash monitor is revealing. Bought it new , no oil consumption in between oil changes . One thing I was impressed with that you don't hear is the turning radius is super . Came from a 99 jeep Cherokee that took me many miles. Its an eye opener how the technology has changed/advanced and safety is so critical these days. I'm enjoying each and every mile !
That was a 8/10 on the braking hair-flinger scale!😂
3:05 Sarah knows why we tune in ... gives most unexpected and hilarious bolstering test ... LOL
You are a trip,reverting back to the lost days of youth,love it.keep doing what your doing 👍👍👍😎😎😎
Carmon Hardon, love it!
Sarah : "I don't know how to switch off!"
Also Sarah : "I don't want to be off, i want to be turned on."
Well who wouldn't, who wouldn't...
I laughed my ass off over this one, too! :D
Yeah I shot coffee out of my nose over that one
"Karmon Hardon sound system"
"Yes,I know what I said"
@@hitman0119 Yeah I shot ____ out of my _______ over that one. Glad you were clear on that.
I'd never watch anyone else review this car, but I actually learn something from your reviews so I watch.
Sarah's sense of humor. Can cheer up the most miserable of people.
As one of those miserable people, I can validate this comment.
Gump got farther up the hill than I thought it would considering it’s on all season road tires. Watching it pop up on three wheels multiple times and still going is still impressive for a minisuv. They are lots of fun on a backroad dirt road going flat out with all four tires flinging dirt.
The back cam angle is awesome, feels like I'm playing NFS3 !
OMG You were on fire for 18 min & 55 seconds!!!😂❤️👍
Thank you for making car reviews fun...Cheers!
Thanks for watching them!
@@SarahnTuned will you review the 2022 tucson hybrid?
The bolstering test was funny :)
You are absolutely right about Subaru needing to become more quirky with their designs and features. Quirky is unique. Unique stands out. People notice. Shine again, Subaru. Shine again.
"Nursing home chic" - Classic!
In short: it has the Heart Of Subaru, just not the legs.
i dont know what planet you live on but Subaru's have always been cars on mine
Sarah's auto reviews are better than most other reviews. Down to earth real life.
You’re kind of a weirdo. I love it.
That is a really dope name. 😎
Keep trying on the hill climb, you’ll eventually grind it down flat and be able to get to the top 🤣
Yeah, just send it then hand the owner the chewed up drive belt from the CVT like a dead dog's collar here ya go sorry.
@@InsideOfMyOwnMind That's just a load of baloney. Had to go there.
Glad to see it still ticks when you shut her off!
My 2013, ticks like crazy…exhaust covers.
Love your reviews. Off topic, I didn't realize ankle boots with short-shorts was a thing until just now. OK. Going back to my mom's basement now.
Thanks for the 360 degree rear camera view.
Loved the seat bolster test.
Nursing home chic, love Sarah’s humor.
Subaru isn’t the only manufacturer with the “Nursing Home Chic” they all do it now…gray, white, black, silver, and tan seem to be the only color choices at most car dealerships…..
We need a road test of your Gump with all the goodies.
Great review, Sarah. So glad you liked "Karman Hardon" sound system. Keep 'em coming.
Pause..
Very subpar Audio system I expected way more it’s nice in the front
I have a SH Forester 2.5 X 5-speed. It is on coilovers, rear lca's and other suspension goodies. Rides on 18x9.5 wheels with Falken Azenis RT615K+. It handles like a go-cart but is so slow it keeps me out of trouble with the law. Best of both worlds. Drives like a sports car but huge rear to haul stuff. Next upgrade is a bolstered drivers seat and STi 6-speed swap.
I love your reviews! I could listen to you talk all day and for a tuner girl you are very very pretty…
Best car reviews on YT, hands down.
And very very funny
Hi Sarah. I'm a proud owner of 2016 Subaru Forester XT in Quartz Blue Pearl. I'm glad that I opted for the Turbo model since this current generation doesn't offer it. Makes all the difference when it comes to power and acceleration. You were one of the reasons that inspired me to get one. Hopefully, Subaru will release a turbo Forester in the form of a Wilderness trim in the future.
My wife has the Red Touring for all the safety features and the Memory Seats, which in 2019 was the only model that had them. Among the best cars we’ve ever owned. In the Northeast US, having at least 1 vehicle with some kind of AWD is very useful on the snow/slop front and seems like every 4th vehicle is a Subaru.
Only 576 watt's??!! I just find that astounding. When I was a troubled youte I had an Ford XL convertible with a factory FM stereo. It was probably 20 watts per channel and I thought it was window rattling!!
As long as that thing has a CVT transmission it will never go up that hill.
Well ... Subaru goes where the money is , l live in Quebec/Canada and we get butt loads of snow in the winter and with the right tires the forester is actually pretty effective for jumping snowbanks and staying on the road when it's slippery a/f so yeah , it's pretty popular around here ! 🤔
Needs a turbo & a dual range manual.
And to be offered in Forest Service Green.
For sure on the turbo. Would like a geared transmission as that CVT drones under load.
And need a real transmission, CVT's are a joke.
no turbo needed, but low speed gear box for sure
You want turbo? Add AOS to the wish list.Mandatory.
@@williamevans6522 Whatever it takes. Would not buy the Forster with the current 2.5NA.
For some reason watching Sarah's hair fly forward in the braking test never gets old.
Sick " I just got my nails done" flex on the ignition button.
Absolutely 100% agree with the review on the Forester. I picked up a leftover 2020 Touring model last year. Definitely had a lot of features and decently priced.
The lack of a turbo model was quite the bummer. That was partially the reason for going to the Touring. Fill the void with gadgets.
This is my 5th Subaru as it's hard to beat the AWD system. Living in a area that has snowy winters greatly influenced to go with Subaru. And to your point, Subaru does seem be trending in that direction that getting in long with the other manufacturers. It probably makes more sense on paper because it appeals to a wider audience. But that's not what made Subaru great. Won't hold my breath but would be nice to see it again. Also, I miss manual transmissions... 😥😥
BTW, love the styling of your Gump. Love that front bumper with the vertical spot door the fog lights. Not to mention it's a turbo model.
I do love you reviews. They are not your normal "spew-from-the-brochure" reviews you normally see. Informative and entertaining.... A great combo.
I hope they Listen to you Sarah. I agree, they are veering off in the wrong direction. OMG now im thinkin of REM: "Stand in the place where you live, now face North. Think about Direction, wonder why you havnt before." See, if they would just do that, they would be Crankin out some Cool Cars again. That one you just tested but Turbo and higher clearance, beafier diffs, meatier tires. Yes! Yes!👍
That's me in the corner↙️
🧔
I may get my wife a Subaru Crosstrek. Great price for a small 4wd suv for going off road in NJ malls. The rear camera mount makes it look like Waze on a acid.
Too bad you didn't use the only mode that would have made it to the top: Xmode 2 (or Deep Snow and Mud). Sometimes it is worth to know the vehicle's settings before attempting something.
OMG I love your reviews there hilarious was dieing the whole time great review.😂
They're, and Dying. I got you Homie.
@@martinc.720 I did leave a little meat on the bone if, you would like to rewrite the sentence using proper punctuation. 👍🍖😂
Y'all are killing me but thanks 😂
@@e.l.9589 Thanks
@Mike gonna, or going to?
I straight up died laughing on the bolstering test (or lack of bolstering that is). Coulda done the beans test with a calendar, lmao.
I like the style of your humor very much. You could be a great stand-up comedienne, if you so choose. I hope you enjoy whatever you do, and make lots of money out of it. Take care!
The 1st generation of Forester will always be my favorite.
Adaptive headlights are the business, though ... my Mazda has it and when they rotate through a corner, the car feels uniquely alive.
How many years ago did Tucker have that?
Great entertainment, personality, and perfect description of the neutered Forester. Great brakes that're mismatched with an anemic powerplant.
The G -Force on that poor penguin was cruel!😆
13:30
‘Look how tiny this rear end is’
It’s what you do with it.
Lol lol 😂
Don't get me wrong, I'd take a long fair or foul weather trip in that Forester any day!
You either enjoyed the Terminator jokes or you can hasta la vista, baby!😯
@15:00 Yes Sarah, the same urbancentric virus hit the Honda CRV after 2006. Which is why we dumped our low mile 2011 and kept our 2002 and 2006. They live on a ranch and do ranchy stuff. Still love em.
I’m just impressed you recovered from falling into the abyss after that bolstering test 😅
That color palette description applies to most cars nowadays
Bolstering test slayed me!😂
Curly/wavy hair, straight hair….trying to sort out the recording timelines, lol.
Great review as usual!
Recorded this 2 weeks ago
That thing is crazy heavyweight for only having a hundred something horsepower
14:52 “The Forester shouldn’t be a baby SUV, it should be a boxy lifted car”. I disagree. The Forester is a small SUV. The Crosstrek is the lifted car (also based off the Impreza platform).
I wonder how many viewers watched this review not for the interest in possibly owning a Subaru Forester, but for the quirky tongue in cheek reviews that we all have come to expect from Sarah
Nail game reaches new heights of glam 💅
It would be better tires for the hill . I think the forester needs a better refresh and and STI gear . Come on Subaru
I have the 2021 Forester Sport. I haven’t taken it off road yet. The sport has a nicer interior to me and I like the sport mode and paddle shifters. I would love a STI version though.
I didn't expect this at all. 🤣 Great review. Bring back the turbo!
Sarah: there is a 1.8T in Japan already: Forester, Levorge and Outback comes with it.
It doesn't have much power, but decent torque available low. Just like you wanted :)
The engine is designed for economy, not for power. Saying that, the torque curve is decent,
Subaru owners should try that hill with All-Terrain tires.
Yeah, I miss my '01 Forester, IMO the most charming generation
The look on her face when giving it the beans...thats the look of every unsatisfied wife, ever.
@@savagebob911 every women knows that expression lol
VTEC didn't kick in, yo
I love it, brutally honest and relatable. One of the best videos to quote yet-to-date.
"Nursing Home chic"
"As far as the interior of this forester touring goes, you're all capable of reading brochures, ....",
"Bolstering....." I'm ded lol....
"...durable and doesn't look like it was designed by Tupperware"
It goes on and on!
It looks like 110°, you're brave honey...
It’s my job, regardless of the weather! 😉
Legend has it, that there is a Forester somewhere in this video...
That overhead shot at the 10 minute mark is rad!!! I can kinda see what you did with from the shadow, but it's still pretty advanced.
I hope you do it on the road with cars here and there in the future. 🙂
Here's hoping they bring out an ooompf version soon then. Good value but could be better. Thanks for your continued good work Sarah.
Great way to test your car without a depreciation 🤣 jokes apart great review as always keep going Sarah
If you went down the power path easy to put a turbo on it ,all the bricks and mortar are allready there.
I sertinaly love my turbo sleeper forester.
If you use the brake and the throttle while one wheel is off the ground, forward progress might continue up the hill.
I think what you are trying to explain is that the symmetrical fwd system has equal length 1/2 shafts at each axle so torque steer is basically nil. You put out ( ahem ) great car reviews. Karmon Hardon - love your mind Ms. P.
Street tires probably killing it. Put Toyo Open Country on my Crosstrek and it helped tremendously
This lady is a hoot! "Karman hard-on" and "nursing home chique"!! I'll never look at a car woofer the same again.
OMG you know rock crawler?!! You wheel too! Respect level went up!
Very simple why I am watching this video.: YOU (and your dry humor)
And this is exactly why TFL doesn’t get Subarus anymore 😂
The hill you used to use previously maybe was a proper test.
Thank you for working on enunciation.
Love your vids.
Hope Subaru sees this review...completely agree with what you said re Subi's weirdness- had a 1998 model and loved it. Next had a 2016 one and loved it too but it was getting too close to how other SUVs are. Hope they swing back
Please do a Solterra review! I would love to see an ev crawl up a hill. It’s obvious you really value your audience.
Sarah my moms 15 forester touring has the rear seat button and the power hatch lol
My 15 forester does not.
@@SarahnTuned what sub model is it?
The beef hive is an aero device, to reduce the parachute effect of the bumper cover. The 92-95 vx civic had one too.
Beef hive?!? Eww! 😆
Great vid as always Sarah but.....I must say this hill was not the same hill that you climb with the Bronco or the Genesis GV80. This one was a bit harder
and needs much more articulation ! ;-)
Love the review. My wife has a 2018 Forester. Your review had me thinking about getting one. Your remarks have me waiting for more power. I like the weird or unique version of Subaru also. Thanks for sharing.
You should be broadcasting in a worldwide network! But then again we will lost the exclusivity... I love your sense of humor, even though American / English is not my native language...
It's official...I'm dropping Motor Trend. Your car reviews are much more fun!
Love the review Sarah! this is for sure on the top of the list with the crosstrek!
That plastic compartment at the left rear quarterpanel is where you put your chainsaw and logging boots .
Can’t wait for a review of the all electric Subaru Solterra 👍🏽
do you have to wash it before you turn it back in?
No
All these compact SUV's need a performance model option. I've test driven the new Hyundai Tucson, Subaru Forester, Chevy Equinox, Toyota RAV4 in the last 2 weeks and they're all slow turd-mobiles. Pathetic levels of slowness. Granted, they're not meant to be sports cars, all I'm asking for is some zest in them to make them interesting and perform better in higher elevations. The CX-5 is my last hope with the 2.5T. I'd probably be happy is Subaru gave the current engine a boost to 210 HP as that would liven it up enough. Otherwise it's a cool little SUV.
I don't know who is buying those these days in the States but up here in the Great White north its the boomers. My mom want's one because all her friends have them. I think 4 or 5 of her friends all bought new Foresters last year. I think it's the new Buick for them.
Happy Humpday Sarah!!!
It's actually raining over here by Tucson International, forgotten what it was like, now traffic will suck.
LIKE buh in engaged, will have to watch later.
Stay excellent!!!😎
I'm wondering if the Subaru Outback Wilderness would make it up that hill?🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Okay at 8:27 it literally looks like it’s going to flip back over itself, you fkn sent that thing 😂
Subaru needs to bring back the Brat. I enjoyed cruising to Huntington Beach in the back of my friends in the early 80's.