2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 X LIMITED
Vehicle Highlights
Exterior Color
Newport Blue Pearl Exterior
Interior Color
Platinum Perforated Leather Interior
Miles
82,078 Miles
Engine
2.5L H4 170hp 170ft. lbs.
MPG
20 City / 26 Highway
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
Vehicle Description
2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 X LIMITED — factory-equipped description
Powertrain and chassis
- 2.5L horizontally opposed "Boxer" 4-cylinder engine, rated at 170 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. The engine was mated to Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel-drive system for full-time AWD traction. Factory transmission choices for the 2.5-liter models included a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic; Limited examples were commonly equipped with the automatic.
- Suspension is tuned for a balance of ride comfort and composed handling, with independent front and rear suspension components and a relatively high ground clearance for the class.
- Four-wheel ventilated disc brakes with a factory anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) helped control stopping power.
Exterior
- Limited trim adds a number of exterior appointments over the base model: painted alloy wheels (17-inch on most Limited examples), integrated roof rails with removable crossbars for carrying cargo or roof boxes, and body-colored exterior trim.
- Front fog lamps and halogen headlamps are standard equipment on the Limited, along with heated side mirrors and privacy glass in the rear windows.
- A factory-installed sunroof/moonroof is included on Limited models.
Interior and comfort
- Leather-trimmed seating surfaces for front and rear seats are standard on the Limited, with front-seat heating elements for driver and passenger.
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support (factory power adjustments), power windows with driver auto-down, and power door locks are included for convenience.
- Automatic climate control (single-zone) is a standard comfort feature on Limited models.
- Tilt steering wheel with remote audio and cruise controls mounted on the wheel for driver convenience.
Cargo and seating versatility
- 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks allow for flexible passenger and cargo arrangements; the rear seats fold to expand the cargo area.
- Rear cargo area includes a tie-down system and a retractable cargo cover/privacy shade on many factory-equipped Limited units.
Audio, electronics and convenience
- Factory audio system on the Limited typically includes AM/FM radio, CD player with MP3 playback, and an auxiliary input jack; the system is routed through a multi-speaker layout (commonly a six-speaker system).
- Remote keyless entry and a vehicle security/alarm system are standard.
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and a multi-function trip computer/display for fuel economy and trip information are part of the factory instrumentation.
Safety and restraint systems
- Dual front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and full-length side curtain airbags for front and rear outboard occupants were standard protective equipment.
- Three-point seat belts at all seating positions, front belt pretensioners, and lower anchors and tethers for child seats (LATCH) for rear outboard seating positions were factory-installed.
- Stability and traction aids, along with ABS/EBD, were part of the vehicle’s safety package on most factory-equipped units.
Overall, the 2009 Forester 2.5 X Limited was factory-equipped to emphasize all-weather capability and everyday practicality, combining Subaru’s symmetrical AWD and a durable 2.5L boxer engine with leather appointments, heated front seats, roof rails, and a range of convenience and safety features as standard equipment.
Powertrain and chassis
- 2.5L horizontally opposed "Boxer" 4-cylinder engine, rated at 170 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. The engine was mated to Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel-drive system for full-time AWD traction. Factory transmission choices for the 2.5-liter models included a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic; Limited examples were commonly equipped with the automatic.
- Suspension is tuned for a balance of ride comfort and composed handling, with independent front and rear suspension components and a relatively high ground clearance for the class.
- Four-wheel ventilated disc brakes with a factory anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) helped control stopping power.
Exterior
- Limited trim adds a number of exterior appointments over the base model: painted alloy wheels (17-inch on most Limited examples), integrated roof rails with removable crossbars for carrying cargo or roof boxes, and body-colored exterior trim.
- Front fog lamps and halogen headlamps are standard equipment on the Limited, along with heated side mirrors and privacy glass in the rear windows.
- A factory-installed sunroof/moonroof is included on Limited models.
Interior and comfort
- Leather-trimmed seating surfaces for front and rear seats are standard on the Limited, with front-seat heating elements for driver and passenger.
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support (factory power adjustments), power windows with driver auto-down, and power door locks are included for convenience.
- Automatic climate control (single-zone) is a standard comfort feature on Limited models.
- Tilt steering wheel with remote audio and cruise controls mounted on the wheel for driver convenience.
Cargo and seating versatility
- 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks allow for flexible passenger and cargo arrangements; the rear seats fold to expand the cargo area.
- Rear cargo area includes a tie-down system and a retractable cargo cover/privacy shade on many factory-equipped Limited units.
Audio, electronics and convenience
- Factory audio system on the Limited typically includes AM/FM radio, CD player with MP3 playback, and an auxiliary input jack; the system is routed through a multi-speaker layout (commonly a six-speaker system).
- Remote keyless entry and a vehicle security/alarm system are standard.
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and a multi-function trip computer/display for fuel economy and trip information are part of the factory instrumentation.
Safety and restraint systems
- Dual front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and full-length side curtain airbags for front and rear outboard occupants were standard protective equipment.
- Three-point seat belts at all seating positions, front belt pretensioners, and lower anchors and tethers for child seats (LATCH) for rear outboard seating positions were factory-installed.
- Stability and traction aids, along with ABS/EBD, were part of the vehicle’s safety package on most factory-equipped units.
Overall, the 2009 Forester 2.5 X Limited was factory-equipped to emphasize all-weather capability and everyday practicality, combining Subaru’s symmetrical AWD and a durable 2.5L boxer engine with leather appointments, heated front seats, roof rails, and a range of convenience and safety features as standard equipment.
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Air Conditioning
- Air filtration
- Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
- Front air conditioning zones: single
Airbags
- Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
- Front airbags: dual
- Side airbags: front
- Side curtain airbags: front, rear
Audio System
- Auxiliary audio input: jack
- In-Dash CD: 6 disc, MP3 Playback
- Radio: AM/FM
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio: SiriusXM
- Speed sensitive volume control
- Subwoofer: 1
- Surround sound
- Total speakers: 6
Brakes
- ABS: 4-wheel
- Braking assist
- Electronic brakeforce distribution
- Front brake type: ventilated disc
- Rear brake type: disc
Comfort Features
- Armrests: rear center
- Center console trim: alloy
- Dash trim: alloy
- Floor mats: front
- Shift knob trim: leather
- Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
- Ambient lighting
- Cargo area light
- Cargo cover: retractable
- Center console: front console with armrest
- Cruise control
- Cupholders: front, rear
- Multi-function remote: keyless entry
- One-touch windows: 1
- Overhead console: front
- Power outlet(s): 12V cargo area, 12V front
- Power steering: variable/speed-proportional
- Reading lights: front, rear
- Steering wheel: tilt
- Steering wheel mounted controls: audio, cruise control
- Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks, front seatback, in dash, sunglasses holder
- Vanity mirrors: dual
Exterior Features
- Door handle color: chrome
- Mirror color: body-color
- Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Instrumentation
- External temperature display
- Fuel economy display: MPG, range
- Trip odometer
Lights
- Daytime running lights
- Front fog lights
- Headlights: auto off
Mirrors
- Side mirror adjustments: power
- Side mirrors: heated
Powertrain
- 4WD type: full time
Roof
- Moonroof / Sunroof: power glass
- Roof rails: black
Safety
- Active head restraints: dual front
- Child safety door locks
- Child seat anchors: LATCH system
- Crumple zones: front, rear
- Safety brake pedal system
Seatbelts
- Rear seatbelts: center 3-point
- Seatbelt force limiters: front
- Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
- Driver seat: heated
- Driver seat power adjustments: 10, height, lumbar, reclining
- Front headrests: 2, adjustable
- Front seat type: bucket
- Passenger seat: heated
- Passenger seat manual adjustments: 4
- Rear headrests: 3, adjustable
- Rear seat folding: flat
- Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining
- Rear seat type: 60-40 split bench
- Upholstery: leather
Security
- Anti-theft system: alarm, vehicle immobilizer
- Power door locks
Stability and Traction
- Stability control
- Traction control
Suspension
- Front shock type: gas
- Front spring type: coil
- Front stabilizer bar
- Front struts: MacPherson
- Front suspension classification: independent
- Front suspension type: lower control arms
- Rear shock type: gas
- Rear spring type: coil
- Rear stabilizer bar
- Rear struts
- Rear suspension classification: independent
- Rear suspension type: double wishbone
Wheels and Tires
- Spare tire mount location: inside
- Spare tire size: temporary
- Spare wheel type: steel
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Windows
- Front wipers: variable intermittent
- Heated windshield wiper rests
- Liftgate window: fixed
- Power windows
- Rear privacy glass
- Rear wiper: intermittent
