2016 Subaru Forester Available In Malaysia
Following its launch at the 2016 Bangkok Motor Show last month, Motor Image Malaysia (exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles in Malaysia), yesterday launched the new Subaru Forester at 1 Utama Shopping Shopping Centre in Petaling Jaya.
The improved Subaru Forester offers better handling dynamics, innovative technologies and aesthetic upgrades, making it the ideal choice for an active family that lives life to the fullest.
The new Subaru Forester is available in three options – Two Completely Knocked Down (CKD) variants – 2.0i (RM 144,948) and 2.0i-P (RM 154,488). A third variant is the turbocharged 2.0XT imported Complete Built Up (CBU) from Japan (RM 211,729).
For a limited time only, TC Subaru is offering an introductory price for 2.0i at RM 139,800 and 2.0i-P at RM 151,800. All prices stated are on-the-road inclusive of GST, road tax and without insurance, for private registration in Peninsular Malaysia only.
To mark the arrival of the new Subaru Forester, Motor Image launched a brand campaign called ‘Is There Anything You Can’t Do?’. This campaign is aligned with families and drivers who have an unstoppable attitude – There is nothing they can’t do in life. The New Subaru Forester is the car designed specially for their lifestyle. A car that represents the resilience and endless capacity to get what they desire.
“Together with the launch of the Forester, Subaru is excited to roll-out a brand-new campaign to highlight the traits of the Forester, an unstoppable vehicle that can turn any challenging terrain into an exciting adventure. The campaign name “Is There Anything You Can’t Do” reminds people that they can achieve anything they have their eyes set on, and the Subaru Forester will accompany them throughout their adventure”, said Mr Glenn Tan, Executive Director, Tan Chong International Ltd.
The Forester 2.0i and 2.0i-P variants feature Subaru’s renowned 2.0-litre four-cylinder 16-Valve, FB20 Horizontally-Opposed Boxer Engine which produces maximum power of 150PS at 6,200 rpm and peak torque of 198 Nm at 4,200 rpm. Better fuel efficiency of 7.9L/100km (combined) is also achieved as a result of a long stroke engine coupled with a lightweight engine block.
The 2.0XT variant produces maximum power of 241PS at 5,600 rpm and peak torque of 350 Nm at 2400-3600 rpm as a result of a FA20 Direct-Injection Turbocharged Boxer Engine for higher power and decent fuel efficiency of 8.5 L/100km (combined).
Paired to these engines is a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) which is tuned to complement the Forester’s performance. Other notable features of the Forester include the X-Mode suite of driving features, SI Drive and a unique Personal Identification Number (PIN) code access which lets you lock your key fob in the car for convenience. More details in our upcoming review.
Besides the Subaru showrooms nationwide, the Forester is available this week (14 – 17 April) for viewing at 1 Utama Highstreet (New Wing); a course has been set outdoors for you to test the Forester’s capabilities.
