Photo: Kolesa.ru
As we’re waiting for automakers to release their 2020 sales figures, it’s worth remembering the most successful Subaru in the U.S. from a commercial standpoint. From January through the end of November, the most popular nameplate is the Forester, and I’m not exactly surprised.
At $24,795 excluding destination charge, it’s pretty good value if you remember that all-wheel drive comes standard. The entry-level specification isn’t bad in terms of safety eighter thanks to EyeSight Driver Assist Technology. Better still, the Starlink touchscreen multimedia system features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.
Hybrid assistance is obviously missing from the range, and that’s a bit curious if you look at direct competitors such as the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, and Toyota RAV4. Even more curious, Subaru sells the Forester e-Boxer in the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, and at home in Japan.
This could change for the 2022 model year when the mid-cycle refresh is scheduled to roll out, but so far, Subaru of America is keeping quiet about the e-Boxer or a plug-in hybrid powertrain like that of the Crosstrek Hybrid. Coming courtesy of Kolesa.ru, the rendering before your eyes doesn’t look half bad even though the redesigned grille doesn’t contrast well with Jasper Green Metallic. Magnetite Gray, Ice Silver, or Crystal White would be more appropriate, but as the saying goes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
The Russian motoring publication has also worked its magic on the rear bumper of the mid-cycle refresh, and it’s safe to assume that Subaru will do the same in order to keep the compact crossover relevant in this highly competitive segment. Looking at the bigger picture, don’t expect any major changes because the Japanese automaker isn’t known for major facelifts.
If you ask me, something that I would like to see on the 2022 model is the tablet-style touchscreen from the Legacy and Outback. The 11.6-inch unit isn’t only larger than the largest infotainment system available in the Forester right now, but it’s more configurable as well, thanks to movable app icons.
Hybrid assistance is obviously missing from the range, and that’s a bit curious if you look at direct competitors such as the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, and Toyota RAV4. Even more curious, Subaru sells the Forester e-Boxer in the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, and at home in Japan.
This could change for the 2022 model year when the mid-cycle refresh is scheduled to roll out, but so far, Subaru of America is keeping quiet about the e-Boxer or a plug-in hybrid powertrain like that of the Crosstrek Hybrid. Coming courtesy of Kolesa.ru, the rendering before your eyes doesn’t look half bad even though the redesigned grille doesn’t contrast well with Jasper Green Metallic. Magnetite Gray, Ice Silver, or Crystal White would be more appropriate, but as the saying goes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
The Russian motoring publication has also worked its magic on the rear bumper of the mid-cycle refresh, and it’s safe to assume that Subaru will do the same in order to keep the compact crossover relevant in this highly competitive segment. Looking at the bigger picture, don’t expect any major changes because the Japanese automaker isn’t known for major facelifts.
If you ask me, something that I would like to see on the 2022 model is the tablet-style touchscreen from the Legacy and Outback. The 11.6-inch unit isn’t only larger than the largest infotainment system available in the Forester right now, but it’s more configurable as well, thanks to movable app icons.
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