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Jalopnik's Top Reveals From The 2008 Paris Motor Show: Morning, Day Two
With Ben all by himself at the Paris Motor Show, we've been back here across the pond bringing you his on-the-ground coverage. Here's everything revealed so far on the second day of the show, compiled in order of popularity from most trafficked to least. Be sure to visit the full posts where you'll find more pictures, press releases and analysis for all the best Paris has to offer from the day's coverage. And check back later when we'll bring you even more.
Subaru Boxer DieselSubaru Impreza Diesel, Forester Diesel and Legacy DieselChevy Volt, Plugged InVenturi Volage ConceptLotus Evora InteriorChevy Orlando ConceptLada Revolution 3 Supercar ConceptSaab 9-X Air BioHybrid ConceptBMW Concept X1
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1:01 PM on Fri Oct 3 2008
By Andrew Stoy
874 views, 4 commentsMost discussed Unregular: i repeat: that Silver Diesel Legacy is a thing of utter beauty. more »
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paris motor show
Subaru Forester And Impreza Boxer Diesel Bringing 37 MPG To Paris Motor Show
The Subaru Forester Diesel and Impreza Diesel are coming to next month’s Paris Motor Show equipped with the new Subaru Boxer Turbo Diesel engine. The innovatively light and compact engine is capable of delivering 145 HP and a huge 258 lb-ft of torque while returning up to 37 MPG (combined) when paired with a 6-speed manual transmission in the Forester. Hmmm, a practical, capable crossover SUV that drives well and gets 37 MPG? Yes please. But will it come to the US? Maybe. Full details after the jump.
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10:20 AM on Fri Sep 5 2008
By Wes Siler
3,836 views, 40 commentsMost discussed terminalboredom: Makes you wonder what they could do if they ditched that driveshaft and extra diff in the back... more »
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novelties
Subaru Wants You To Make Sumos Sexy, Take Shots Of Forester
When we were but wee Jalops, dreaming fantastically about our glamorous future as car journalists, the photoshoot seemed to be one of the most alluring perks of the job. What could be better than spending the day surrounded by models and a fast car? Subaru is hoping there's many more dreamers out there and is offering them the chance to experience the wonders of a photoshoot, virtually, as a marketing tool for their new 2009 Subaru Forester. Sexy models included. More » -
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2009 Subaru Forester, Part Three
Why you should buy this car:
You are sickened by the sight of Chevy Suburban. You are a vegan who just loves Home Depot. You would sooner saw your right arm off with a rusty tree saw than vote Republican. Your wardrobe consists almost entirely of stuff made by Patagonia and The North Face. You are in an unconventional relationship. You are, deep down, a good person with a family of four who is unsure about minivans.
Why you shouldn't:
You are pathologically afraid of your neighbors' take on your net worth. Little kids give you palpitations. You enjoy plush interiors and an pliable ride. You have more than 2.5 children—a lot more. You own more than one gun locker. You think Vermont is full of communists and homosexuals.
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12:00 PM on Wed Mar 12 2008
By Matthew DeBord
12,408 views, 51 commentsLatest by MountainMan41: We just purchased an '09 in the basic package. We did not opt for the complete upgrades necessary to get more »
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jalopnik reviews
2009 Subaru Forester, Part Two
Exterior Design: ***
The original Forester design sought to stuff an SUV into downscaled packaging more palatable to the food co-op set. The 2009 model abandons its predecessors' upright, boxy vibe for something closer to a streamlined crossover approach. Sleeker, yet still oozing functionality. And, of course, the STI-like hood scoop on the turbocharged trim level just hollers "Subaru."
Interior Design: **
Some aspects of the interior, such as the available perforated leather seats and the enlarged moon roof, are quite nice. It's just that the brushed aluminum-look interior details come off as far more flash than rugged, echoing the chromed tailpipes outside. The center console controls are easy to understand, as is the speedo-tach cluster, despite its weird anime color scheme. Overall, the interior feels drivable in that Subaru way, without compromising on spaciousness or cargo capacity, which is considerable.
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12:20 PM on Tue Mar 11 2008
By Matthew DeBord
13,839 views, 25 commentsLatest by sierrapacker: Bought an '09 X Limited in July, have 3800 miles on it and I LOVE this car. Just returned from a more »
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jalopnik reviews
2009 Subaru Forester, Part One
Is it kismet? I suspect so, as over a few short weeks, a couple of themes have begun to emerge in our Jalopnik Reviews. First, Hardigree gets his hands on a Dodge Caliber SRT4 and loses a tire. Not two weeks later, I voyage to sublime Laguna Beach, and then to Catalina Island for some hoontastic off-roadin' in the 2009 Subaru Forester, and I kill not one, but two Yokohamas. Then Siler, too, visits the Golden West and lays down rubber in a Subaru Impreza WRX STI, only to discover that the definitive sport conveyance of reckless youth feels a tad out of place on freeways, as opposed to twisting backroads. Hello! I experience ditto while slinging the new Forester around on rocky, rutted, ill-mannered, road-like pathways, later discovering that the vehicle goes all petulant on regular asphalt byways. Flurry of coincidences? Hope not. I like to think there's a higher power at work.
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12:30 PM on Mon Mar 10 2008
By Matthew DeBord
26,441 views, 28 commentsLatest by jagfag69: Well NOT being of the lesbianic persuasion I was kinda hoping to see more of the tire changin' mans jeans. more »
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detroit auto show
Detroit Auto Show: 2009 Subaru Forester
The 2009 Subaru Forester is just hanging out for all to see, so we took advantage and grabbed some shots. Not surprisingly it still looks like the Subaru Forester we showed you in December. Since we've seen it before, we took a closer look at the most interesting part of the car, what's underneath plain teal wrapper. That boxer mated to all wheel drive never fails to delight. Check the gallery for pics of the slightly bigger, slightly longer, definitely smoother Subie crossover. We've got details after the jumps
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11:15 AM on Sun Jan 13 2008
By Ben Wojdyla
8,973 views, 13 commentsLatest by smokes: JC, what did they do with the front??!! I always try to get out of the way when there's a more »
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detroit auto show
Detroit Auto Show: 2009 Subaru Forester for US Market Finally Revealed
OK, so Subaru's finally revealed the official images of the US-spec 2009 Forester they'll be officially showing off at the Detroit Auto Show in two weeks — only a couple of hours after the early AM press release dropped — and here they are. It looks like the 2009 JDM-spec Subaru Forester except — umm — they appear to have checked the "boy racer" box. We wonder what the import fees are on the JDM model?
9:55 AM on Thu Dec 27 2007
By Ray Wert
3,048 views, 25 commentsLatest by Dr. Spaceman, Esq.: It's CRV-riffic! more »
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detroit auto show
Detroit Auto Show: Subaru Reveals Official Plans to Reveal 2009 Subaru Forester in Detroit
Despite it being a secret to all but no one, Subie's released some paper today revealing their not-so-secret plans to reveal the US version of the 2009 Subaru Forester at the Detroit Auto Show in just two weeks. Expect the all-new Subaru to look pretty much exactly like the 2009 JDM Subaru Forester, galleried up below. Well, except for the crazy blind-spot eliminating hood-mounted side-mirror. Including that in the US model would be crazy-talk. Full press release after the jump.
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7:45 AM on Thu Dec 27 2007
By Ray Wert
2,116 views, 26 commentsLatest by -chet: @Strippo94: LOL @ 'Bi-curious chick buyers' more »
