Hi Joe, many thanks for the thorough inciteful reviews on the Forester Brand, you have definitely influenced me, I'm waiting for the Labour Day sale, I decided on the Forester Sport (Silver with package 2/premium audio) as I am approaching 62 years of age, this will give me easy access in and out, solid SUV all-around.
@eyzhuh_studios
5 жыл бұрын
As a Forester fan and a subaru sales woman, some facts are a little off but not by much. An XT sport would have been amazing but Im in love with the sport and plan on buying one myself in the Dark Grey Metallic with the fully loaded package with the bigger multimedia screen, auto rear gate and Harmon Kardon. They did great updates to the redesign. Im tall so I LOVE the forester. Its perfect to me
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@717dash_cam
5 жыл бұрын
My concern with dropping the 2.0T into it would be, what would the price difference have been with it? Unfortunately Subaru shot themselves in the foot with the FXT in the last generation by making a highly decontented premium version and didn't allow for any option packages then skipping to a touring trim for it with a rather hefty price jump. Top that with Subaru still not being able to get their 2.0T to comfortably take regular gas. Maybe once the 2.4T gets some traction, they'll drop it into the Forester, since we all know it's replacing the H6 in the next Legacy/Outback redesign; It has to. The only way I could have seen the XT model working out is if Subaru did the 2.5 as the only option for the base model, offering it as an option on the Premium, then making it standard in the sport thru touring models. My lease on my 16 Legacy is up in a few short months, and I am getting a Forester Sport as well; Probably in the blue, and it can't come a day too soon. Love my Legacy, but I miss sitting up high, and can finally get what I want without jumping to the Limited trim for anything. I don't want full leather, but LED headlights, eyesight, and Harman Kardon are requirements for me. I HATE the leather in my Legacy.
@JL-ek2ks
5 жыл бұрын
Eyzhuh B I own he exact model you mention, dark great, upgraded tech and HK speakers ect. It’s been a great car so especially for about 32,700ish.
@wind7sailor
5 жыл бұрын
The 2.4 turbo in the Forester would be fantastic and we'd be a buyer. It would appeal to both types of buyers: those that want a Sport model with the extra performance to truly be called SPORT and those of us that would buy an upper trim, Touring or Limited trim and want a stronger engine to feel safer in emergency situations or when traveling fully loaded and climbing hills. My fear is that Subaru will keep the Forester limited to the base engine only to sell more Ascents and Outbacks; then 3 to 4 years from now, they will finally offer it to boost the then older-looking Forester's sagging sales. With a buying window of just the next 2 years, I can't wait till then.
@jimwalsh7088
5 жыл бұрын
The hole in the roof (moonroof) in most trim levels meant the only option for me was the 2019 Forester base. I added the aluminum road wheel package and am happy with it.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that info Jim from your experience.
@vinnyambrose7514
5 жыл бұрын
I'm in the same thought group as you, I shake my head when I look at trim levels of Subaru. I'm like, why the hell do I have to buy a high end Forester just to get Fog Lamps, I live in the Country/Rural area of Florida and Fog Lamps or Driving Lamps are exceedingly important but I'm not spending 5-8 thousand more on a truck/SUV to get Fog Lamps. Heck I can go to local 4WD/Off road truck store and spend a couple hundred bucks and get Fog Lamps/Driving Lamps installed. As you did, so did I, I purchased a base trim level with Alloy Package and All Weather Package on my 2018 Forester because I didn't want all the bells and whistles.
@matthew-frankjimenez568
5 жыл бұрын
I just picked myself up the sport, and I love it!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Congrats Matt! Well done!
@alexreche9710
5 жыл бұрын
Me too, love it as well
@micahpowers2614
4 жыл бұрын
Still like it?
@matthew-frankjimenez568
4 жыл бұрын
@@micahpowers2614 i love it!
@jonnieinthe256
4 жыл бұрын
Does it come with the Harmon Kardon sound system?
@viyau10
2 жыл бұрын
The sport is hot. I’m glad it’s not turbo as it doesn’t need premium gas
@PixelBanger
4 жыл бұрын
Personally, I see red. Specifically, Pantone 032 Warm Red. Why is everyone describing the sport trim as orange? Am I color-blind?
@radtrax4509
5 жыл бұрын
If the XT is not replaced in future I think it’s a silly mistake. Outback has just been launched with a XT Engine. So it’s got nothing to do with economies of scale. Panoramic sunroof? Performance is lacklustre to say the least. For a performance brand it’s a total let down. I’m hanging on to my XT 2016. Absolutely no way I’d upgrade to this model.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@user-daviddog
5 жыл бұрын
It would be even better if the back window would be able to roll down. Witch in your a opinion is the best off road the rav4 adventure or forester????????????????
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I would go Forester all day long!
@jpnoobieeiboonpj858
5 жыл бұрын
Forester in snow for sure
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
You better believe that!
@gregoryfox7551
5 жыл бұрын
I’ll stick with my 2015 Forester. It’s paid for. I had the driving lights installed for $500.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is the way to go!
@Tonyromeo1970
5 жыл бұрын
Do the new Forester burn oil still or did they fix that engine issue?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I believe that issue as been resolved. I really appreciate you watching!
@sm0ke9u
5 жыл бұрын
Really like my Forester Sport more and more each day.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@eyzhuh_studios
5 жыл бұрын
What color did you get? Im going to get my for my birthday (:
@NewCreation23DR
5 жыл бұрын
Same, I have had mine since late November and love it. Not sure why people talk about the power of this Forester Sport. It has more then enough pickup and power in all driving situations. I don't plan on racing my SUV, so the power is perfect. I got the dark blue one and it looks really nice in the sun and without.
@dr.mimibee2895
5 жыл бұрын
Me too. I have the Blue Pearl and its lovely😍
@Revo2Evo
5 жыл бұрын
Lol there’s nothing “sporty” about it. You should’ve bought a 17-18 Forester XT.
@gipsyavenger9829
5 жыл бұрын
I just hate that manufacturers throw a SPORT badge on something and don't give a significant amount of HP or anything to make the drive more engaging. Yawn sandwich! I like the looks but the performance is a complete let down.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you! This Forester would of been a total grand slam with the XT's engine!
@gipsyavenger9829
5 жыл бұрын
25 HP bump and it would be on my radar
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@tonychau1983
5 жыл бұрын
If they changed the xt to sport yrs ago it woulda sold like.hot cakes. People are strange creatures. A base sport cost more then a base xt 🙄
@LS1007
5 жыл бұрын
The Sport should definitely have a turbo and dual exhaust.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@thedriver5462
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I really hope they are preparing STI version of Forester and that's why we don't get turbo right away. Not every family vehicle needs to be fast but around 10 sec to 60 is really slow. Add few passengers and some cargo and that Forester is pretty dead in traffic.
@DUNGSTA
5 жыл бұрын
40k later...
@matthewjohnson1211
5 жыл бұрын
Consumer report says 8.5 zero to sixty (crosstrek is 10 something). Seems fine to me.
@thedriver5462
5 жыл бұрын
Motor Trend got 9.6 sec to 60mph, so I guess it depends who tested 8t and in what conditions.
@jedclampett7705
5 жыл бұрын
Forester Premium wheels look like snowflakes - agreed! Sport has a much nicer "look" IMHO. Great comparison/side-by-side. Much appreciated!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the tie to watch and for saying that!
@BenKurth
5 жыл бұрын
Actually the rear spoiler surround is a little different of the sport. It comes down around the rear window and adds a small lip over the badge on the rear tailgate. I really like the Forester Sport. Currently drive a MK7 GTI and seriously considering the Sport as a replacement vehicle. As always. Great job guys.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@isaac1288im
5 жыл бұрын
Bought the Sports a month ago and couldn't be happier. We did add a bunch of packages. For example, my infotainment is actually bigger than the standard one. All weather, package, we have the crossbars on top, just little extra things that make it SO much better. It was like $6k on add ons. 36k out the door, taxes registration and everything. It has the Sports looks with the Touring feeling. 👌 Great Review, subscribed
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Congrats Issac! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@tomdreamer6403
5 жыл бұрын
LOVE the Forester. I opted for the Limited this time around rather than the Sport. The Sport has a really great color blue available the Limited doesn't, the only real difference is that it has the ability to manually shift using paddles on the steering column. That just wasn't as important to me. I do love the orange accents on the body. They're a nice touch!
@KenseisGarage
5 жыл бұрын
Agree with your comments on this one, love the sport, thanks Subaru for the blackout look, love how it looks with the red, but man why not the turbo engine, that's a disappointment, also the infotainment. Other than that, I like it. Great video Joe, 👍👌
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing and touching on some great points! The XT engine in this new Forester would be a hoot!
@robertmeigs5176
3 жыл бұрын
It's ORANGE, not red!
@Johnnybgood24
2 жыл бұрын
@@robertmeigs5176 red
@michaelluna1968
4 жыл бұрын
That orange! I would have it painted Black! All the orange.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you!
@Rekkless
5 жыл бұрын
A little bit of feed back for you Raiti - wear some jeans bud, seeing a grown ass man in gym shorts is not really professional or appealing. I know its hot in Florida but it looks amateurish. Secondly don't spend the last 3 minutes of your video begging people to subscribe, comment and buy your merchandise. Again it is unprofessional and makes you look desperate. If you make good content people will subscribe. Also if you want to remind people to sub etc just quickly mention it or put up a quick graphic. Making the last 3-4 minutes of each video just you begging people to subscribe, comment and buy stuff, hell I remember one video where you asked the viewers to watch the ads to the end. It just comes off at begging bud. Focus on creating good content, exciting content that is worthwhile watching and people will subscribe, comment and the adrev will roll in on its own.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate your feedback and input! I didn't really think I came off like I was begging! I also believe at the end of EVERY video I thank my subscribers for their support and my camera man for his hard work! I will tweak it around, and word some things differently. I'm wearing grey cargo shorts, not gym shorts. I need the pockets for when I am on scene, and like you said it can be very hot. I've been a teacher for 17 years and hold myself to a very professional level. I try to carry that over to the channel. Your comment about the watching of ad was a joke which I tend to do from time to time. I don't think anyone can dispute the blood, sweat and tears that I put into the channel, but I am always looking for ways to improve! I appreciate you watching!
@Clam73
5 жыл бұрын
I wasn’t too sure about those snowflake pattern wheels on the premium looking at pictures and video but in person they look pretty good.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I agree with you! They are not too bad!
@godwhomismike
5 жыл бұрын
I am so on the fence between getting a third Crosstrek (my second Crosstrek lease is ending soon) or getting the Forester Sport. I see this guy's Crosstrek (kzitem.info/news/bejne/lZ-qxamcnYqfmKA) with 15" Method Rally Wheels and KO2 AT tires and I fall in love with the Crosstrek all over again. I have driven the Forester Sport and loved that as well. I'd probably jump for the Forester Sport if it had Cool Khaki Gray as a color, but the color options are a bit bland - thankfully the orange trim is what makes it pop.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@LS1007
5 жыл бұрын
The red trim (or orange) reminds me of the original Batmobile.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
L S OMG I totally see it! That’s awesome!😊👍🏻
@bryansmith5279
5 жыл бұрын
Lol ...awesome L S
@urideamabal
5 жыл бұрын
L S That was my thought, too. Good job! Joe and Tom...
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Totally agree!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Great minds think a like! Thanks for the compliment!
@kdub1124
5 жыл бұрын
I feel the back seats should be like the older Forester XT, they have a automatic button towards the trunk of the car so you dont have to lean over everything inside the back just to put the rear seats down. I agree the trunk space should definitely come stock with the rear seat back protectors as well as the rear all weather floor mat.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@tomdreamer6403
5 жыл бұрын
Just open the back door and drop the seats. No reason to reach over the stuff in back. I'm on my second Forester and just reach in the door to pop the seat backs.
@hammodshalimar5169
5 жыл бұрын
I like , i like , I like, really like the Sport model too ....that's why I subscribed lol 😉
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching! It's great to have you on this journey with me!
@starlite025
3 жыл бұрын
I went with the premium in white…the sport is really nice in white with those black wheels but I couldn’t get past all of the orange on it. I do love mine though
@daveunknown01
2 жыл бұрын
Same. I cant stand all those red/orange trim peices
@stevenjohnson4207
5 жыл бұрын
Nice I love what Subaru has done with the sport version. Honestly it has to be in the top 10 best looking crossover for the 2019 model year. Nice touch. Another great video.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you liked this one! Thank you so much for watching!
@jd2890
5 жыл бұрын
True. The forester's exterieur is perfect.
@jermainejpshepherd2778
5 жыл бұрын
Yea. Killed me with the non turbo engine & dual exhaust on the sport. Still looks better than the premium tho.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!
@jpnoobieeiboonpj858
5 жыл бұрын
For those complaining about turbo- yes it would be nice but if you're looking for that, then why are you looking at a forester?? Subaru performance has nothing to do with horse power and everything to do with functionality. The sport achieves that with flying colors...laced with orange
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!
@nevilmarquez6366
5 жыл бұрын
Great utilitarian vehicle. Good on gas and nothing better in snow. What more can you ask for. Descent price and good everyday. I have a legacy and its great in foul weather.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me share this one with you!
@vinnyambrose7514
5 жыл бұрын
I wish that Subaru made the Forester to look like the Sport without accent strip at the base level, I love all the black trim and wheels and cannot figure out why they think that polished come or satin silver costs less than gloss black trim. Why the hell are they charging more for gloss /satin black trim, it doesn't cost more than chrome or satin silver? Subaru, make your base model with black out look like the sport but without the accent orange all over the place! The sport should be a turbo charged 2.5 with manual Trans option, manufacturers need to stop reducing the size of engines when placing a turbo on them. That's why people are not buying turbo models!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Vinny you bring up some rally great points! Thank you so much for sharing them with us!
@brandonkwong07
5 жыл бұрын
I actually really like the sport. Hopefully they bring back an XT version with the WRX engine.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Fingers crossed! I appreciate you watching!
@Tonyromeo1970
5 жыл бұрын
Man brand new black sucks you in every time... Makes you forget how hard it is to take care of for a min. You start talking yourself into buying black again after struggling with it in the past... That black sport looks super sharp in black. Orange really pops.. But i'm smart enough to know to get the white one lol. great video thanks
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you liked this one! I totally agree about the black!
@jenniferjomusic
3 жыл бұрын
Is the blue going to be just as bad as black? I really like the blue color...but...😬
@xxraverxxonxtacy
5 жыл бұрын
Forester STI with the FA motor would have been great (the Tokyo auto salon concept) instead of this sport version.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I can totally understand where you are coming from!
@davidwerble7576
5 жыл бұрын
This was a wonderful review and has given me a good take on the Sport model which I'm inclined to lease. Thanks!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I ams so glad that I could share them with you!
@ashdiggity504
4 жыл бұрын
Agree orange doesnt look great, outside its okay but orange inside looks a little lame
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!
@NoLurp
5 жыл бұрын
I have a 2019 sport and it has an 8” infotainment center. So that’s an upgrade?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Yes it is!
@kwtay1746
5 жыл бұрын
I am confused. How many trims are there? There is the Standard, the Premium, the Sport and then there is the limited and touring?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Yes there are.
@eyzhuh_studios
5 жыл бұрын
You can get the 8.0” on the sport as an option package!! Its much better. Youre in a standard model sport
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for that extra info! I really appreciate it!
@kyle857
4 жыл бұрын
I got the standard. It is fine. I'm over the whole giant screen thing.
@High_Key
5 жыл бұрын
The Sport does come with a larger screen depending on the option level. Each main trim does have options. My fully loaded Sport has Dual X Mode, an 8” screen, Harmon Kardon speakers, and power lift gate. You should mention that there are still various options within the 4 trim levels of the Forester.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@georgiaa6558
5 жыл бұрын
W Daniel Lin
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@linchester8464
5 жыл бұрын
you prob missed out one zonk there the hood prop in 2019 I def wished the Sports has the 2L Turbo engine instead of the 2.5L NA engine the DCT will make the difference in terms of the acceleration of the car combine with the turbo flat 4 engine One thing i will also zonk on the Sports is the brake calipers could be painted black or some darker color def agree the cloth cover on the door, it will get quite dirty easily since you will prob use that area to grab the door. nice comparison video
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
When you are good Lin you are good! i totally saw that when I was editing! lol Thanks for your great points and your compliment!
@zennoodle
5 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy the honesty in the design aspects of each car. Im shopping for my next car so all these are super helpful!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That really means a lot Alex! Thank you for saying that!
@go86go
3 жыл бұрын
I was compare shopping these two in 2021 and they shuffle the features a bit. The biggest difference is the dual x-mode but even living in the northeast I don't think I'll be needing it. I opted for the premium with blind spot monitoring and power liftgate . the price is actually a tad less for the sport but I can't handle the orange vent surround. Plus I think the 17" tires will ride a bit softer for my aging tush and a bit less expensive when it comes to replace the tires.
@chrishoang2005
5 жыл бұрын
This is my dream crossover, Joe!!!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad to share it with you!
@717dash_cam
5 жыл бұрын
A couple things you missed. The foglights are specific to the Sport trim, all other trims that offer them are standard round units, the mirrors differ, Sport gets you integrated turnsignals into the mirrors. As for the hatch, the Premium will always be full body color, whereas the Sport will always have a gloss black trim piece below the rear window. Going back to the fog lights though, Subaru wires their cars the same across trims, so the cars are foglight ready, you can always upgrade if you choose. I have to Zonk the Forester on dropping the gas struts for the hood. I can deal with the CVT and lack of Turbo, because I wouldn't have gotten the 2.0T or Manual anyway. My interior zonks go right to the HVAC and seat heat controls. They should have better integrated the HVAC controls into the center stack, and done similar to what is in the Legacy/Outback, including putting the seat heat controls there as well to a: free up space on the center console, and b: make it less likely to bump the seat heat control and not know it. Not sure what they could have put in that spot instead, but at least then you won't drop something and roast your ass in the middle of the summer. The final things I would have liked to have seen come from models outside of the US where Subaru has surround and curb view cameras, and drop the piano black around the stereo... it's just going to cause glare and collect a bunch of micro scratches.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for you extra additional info! I always appreciate when others can share! Thanks you so much for watching!
@JL-ek2ks
5 жыл бұрын
Ryan Slemmer who drops things on their center console? I have no problem with the placement of the heated seat controls or the HVAC system. Subaru could stand to update their buttons for seat heaters but it’s not a big deal. As for the hood what are you doing under the hood? I’ve had my hood open maybe once so far to add washer fluid I can’t see this being an issue for 99% of people unless maybe you’re a Subaru Service Tech or something.
@717dash_cam
5 жыл бұрын
@@JL-ek2ks Look where the switches are at, they're asking for a phone or cup to be set on it while trying to put something back while driving. I have a 16 legacy and previously a 15 Fusion. In the 15 fusion, I put my cup on the passenger side so it's out of my way; Especially if I had a taller cup and my 16 Legacy they're on the passenger side as well. At least when Subaru did the scroll wheel for the controls you really couldn't just bump it. Aesthetically it looks stupid too, especially when you look at how they and other manufacturers have put the controls with the HVAC controls. As I also mentioned, it would free up space for something else. I wouldn't mind a little nook or cubby like in my legacy so I can put gum or cough drop wrappers, used lens wipes etc until I go to park my car. Seriously, look at the Legacy/Outback controls and compare them to the rest, and tell me which looks better integrated into the car. As for the struts, it's cheaping out not to put them in; Especially when you had them on the previous generation. It's nice that it just goes up when you open it. I do my own washer fluid, air filters, and actually check my car. It's nice so you don't have to put down the jug of washer fluid or your filters to prop it up. Obviously noticeable cost cuts are annoying. If you scroll through other comments you'll see it's a gripe among others too. Would I expect it on an Impreza, no. On basically the rest of the line up, yes. BRZ and WRX buyers are usually enthusiasts who like to tinker and mod and I would expect it there. The rest of the line up, you're in the mid to high 20s - 40s depending on what you get, so yes I expect it there as well.
@SquallRinoa89
5 жыл бұрын
I like the Sport, I very much like the appeal of the Forester Sport, and the orange trim. Don't like, it doesn't have a Turbo.. and it has a CVT. While some may disagree, Subaru has some solid Automatic/Triptronic tranny's. Should be an option, for Triptronic or CVT if not a manual and NEEDS, a turbo for the sport badge. All in all tho, Do like the look of it and I absolutely HATE the foresters looks.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@Doc1855
Жыл бұрын
I LOVE all the Chrome on my Forester Touring. I HATE the standard gloomy grey or boring black interior colors from 1990 that all automobile manufacturers shove down everyone’s throats. Thankfully our Outback has beautiful Warm Ivory interior and my Forester has gorgeous Brown leather interior. We’ve got many people praising the classy interior colors of our Subaru’s. Our 11 Ranger XLT super cab 4X4 had Fugly grey and black interior colors so I had it reupholstered in Red and tan to match the custom 2 tone paint colors on our pickup. Our pickup has had many complements as well.
@ItWasMyName1st
5 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my 2019 Subaru Sport! That orange trim is the business! It's just enough fancy for me. I got mine in the dark navy. It's not so flashy as getting the Premium with the shiny wheels and and trim. I also didn't want leather seats. I could say so much more but all in all I'm happy with my purchase!
@tomdreamer6403
5 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your purchase! gotta love that orange trim!!
@mike_ddd
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for video. I believe you didn't mention that the sport version has bigger brake disks, paddle shifters, side mirrors with integrated turn signals, and comes with a keyless access by default.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input! I really appreciate you watching!
@radtrax4509
5 жыл бұрын
Plus a option to select sports mode on the CVT box?
@brycehansen7777
3 жыл бұрын
Did the premium model have rear air vents also?
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
Yes it did Bryce.
@stshooter1
5 жыл бұрын
Do have the black sport 2019 model with the orange trim, one good thing is easy to find the Forester Sport in a crowded parking lot, the orange on the roof rails stand out. No complaints yet at all in driving it 2500 miles, the pickup while not blazing fast like a turbo or V6 seems to be pretty good no complaints there.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@okifeelthat
5 жыл бұрын
Best thorough walkthrough I’ve seen! Getting the premium next week. I can’t stand orange! Lol
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to watch and say that! Congrats on your new Forester! I totally get the dislike for the Orange!
@mark11967AD
3 жыл бұрын
Late to the party, but love your reviews Joe. I haven’t bought a car in a long time, but my GF and I are ready. It was between the CX-5 and the Forester, but for an older guy like me blind spots on the CX were just too much to overcome. And the Forester to me has a smoother ride. Also CX has harder to use infotainment, and we like the way the Forester console lights up the cabin so to speak. Waiting for a Sport just like one in your vid with right price. All black with detailing makes the boxier look seem more like chillin SUV. I’ll probably get a zonk for using chillin 😎 but what the hell. Thanks again Joe very helpful.
@Doc1855
Жыл бұрын
We get 5-6 feet of snow every winter so an AWD or a 4WD is a necessity for driving in our mountainous areas around our home. We live in north central WA state. We’re 3 hours from Seattle and 3 hours from Spokane Washington.
@efavuzza73
5 жыл бұрын
Can you get Factory GPS in either one. My 70s year old parents don’t or won’t learn Apple CarPlay
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Yes you can!
@gm2256
5 жыл бұрын
You got distracted by the orange trim and missed pointing out the blinker on the side mirrors for the Sport model :P Sport all the way! I am pretty dead set on getting one at this point. Love the blacked out wheels too.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that heads up! It is a great SUV! I say pull the trigger!
@jackagain8346
5 жыл бұрын
He didn't mention the turn signals are in the side mirrors in the Sport. Good review though since I'm trying to decide which one. The padding on the arm rest and head rest was great information!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@jackagain8346
5 жыл бұрын
I going to pick one up tomorrow. I'm trading in a 2006 Premium. Funny, it has fog lights and turn signals in the side mirrors.
@jackagain8346
5 жыл бұрын
I got the Limited. It's about the same price as the Sport with leather interior. I like it a lot more. 8" info. screen too.
@tntmyth
5 жыл бұрын
The Sport can now be ordered with the optional 8 inch touchscreen and Harman Kardon stereo. The 8 inch screen is an available package upgrade and agreed it looks a lot better than the smaller screen with the large bezel. Also the cargo tray is standard according to the build tool on Subaru.com. I didn't like the orange highlights on the Sport trim at first either. But it has grown on me as it offers something different. Much nicer looking than the Premium. The orange trim around the shifter looks better than the silver trim on the Premium. I wish that Subaru included the memory seats and buttons in the rear hatch area to fold down the 2nd row. The Honda CR-V in the EX-L trim comes standard with leather, memory driver's seat, and handles to fold down the rear seats. Hmm. It's a significant omission as the CR-V EX-L and Forester Sport are evenly priced. I can understand not including the leather since Subaru held that back for the Touring but the memory seats and buttons to fold the seats wouldn't cost much to include and would make the Forester more competitive against the CR-V.
@GetOutThereToday
5 жыл бұрын
That's what I got. I got greedy and wanted a fully loaded sport. Love everything about it and yup s# mode definitely got some kick.
@tntmyth
5 жыл бұрын
@@GetOutThereToday I don't think that's greedy. It makes sense. Actually I dig the looks of the Sport trim and why not get the extra package with the Harman Kardon and 8 inch screen to make it special. It's a $2k upgrade that would make me happy every day. Worth it.
@Revo2Evo
5 жыл бұрын
Why not to buy a 2019 Subaru Forester? Start stop system and mandatory eyesight system.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is a very good point! Thank you for watching!
@tr1co0
3 жыл бұрын
I'm sick of people doing peek-a-boo at the mall and ripping me off! ZONK TO THEM!!!
@brucekendall52
5 жыл бұрын
A well made quality car that is appealing but with that CVT and low power motor I think its going to go no where.IN SA hey have kept the 2.0L motor,damn.Thks.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
@stevelink21
5 жыл бұрын
"Low power motor"? How then, do you feel about the CrossTrek, with the 152 HP motor? I test drove a 2019 Forester base model (same engine as Premium/Sport), and found the 182 horses to be just fine for regular city/highway driving/acceleration. Granted, it's no sportscar, but it wasn't designed for that. Feels perfectly adequate for getting from point A to point B safely and reliably.
@raul6379
5 жыл бұрын
I like more the sport type. But i have respect for SUBARU. It's a great company.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you! Thanks for sharing that!
@TimothyNyandusiChief
4 жыл бұрын
I will be honest too am a big fun of Orange
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with that Timothy!
@MatrixDiscovery
5 жыл бұрын
I was at my Auto show this week, and the Forestor and Legacy fitted me perfectly compared to any other make/model.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is so great to hear! What did you think of the new 2020 Legacy?
@MrWillyWonka
5 жыл бұрын
10/10 review man. Absolutely phenomenal. Keep up the good work. Will definitely be going to your videos for future car reviews.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That is so really awesome of you to say! Thank you for your support and joining this journey with me!
@BMSLou
4 жыл бұрын
Man, the orange throughout the sport is terrible. HATE it all around. Got a decent offer from my Subaru dealer on my 218 XT Touring - I have high miles (81,000), debating on trading it in for a 2020 Forester but unsure which I should get. Thinking of downgrading to a Premium. Am I crazy?? LOL.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I don't know why they went that route.
@JEgkt
5 жыл бұрын
if you know or put up with cleaning valves caused by direct injection at every 30k go right ahead. There was nothing wrong with port injection and direct injection is cheap and lazy way to meet fuel economy. what you save now in fuel goes to walnut blasting your intake valves.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@lllowelll
5 жыл бұрын
Direct injection also gives a few more horses. and hey. F series is both port and direct.
@wind7sailor
5 жыл бұрын
Did Subaru intentionally handicap the Forester this year, by killing its turbo and not offering this more powerful 2.4 turbo, to sell more Outbacks this year? Why can't Subaru at least offer this regular gas, Turbo, as an option in the Forester for those of us that have rush-hour highway commutes? Five percent more sales on one of your top selling vehicles means more money in your corporate pockets and customers in your vehicles. People may have to go elsewhere, due to your SLOW accelerating, base-only engine. I'd take 5% more sales all day, especially if I'm already making this engine anyway. Maybe Subaru doesn't need the extra business. At least offer the Turbo option in the Touring trim and especially in the Sport trim to make it a REAL, SPORT-performing, fun Suv; not just an orange trimmed, dressed up base model with a slight electronic transmission tweak mode.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Great input and perspective!
@romebx
5 жыл бұрын
i read an article. they have an sti forrester in japan already.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
This is very true! I hope they bring it to the USA!
@lllowelll
5 жыл бұрын
Already? They all have sorts of subarus you can imagine therw.
@ImNoEdWood
5 жыл бұрын
I have to zonk this video for overuse of the word “zonk”. Also, leather interior sucks. I’m glad the Sport doesn’t have it.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@RCGJR_
5 жыл бұрын
Raiti, you’ve been hitting the gym huh? Oh and as always nice review!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your awesome support!
@teresapowers5135
4 жыл бұрын
I WANT the 20 out back, or ANDREW WANTED ME TO HAVE A 20 LINCOLN SUV. BUT THEY KEEP HIDING THEM FROM ME . I NEED A WHITE INTERIOR OR VERY LIGHT . NOW THEY MADE MY PICS ALL BLURRY AGAIN. I KNO ITS NOT PROPER TO ASK WHO I'M TALKING TO .
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
That is really terrible Teresa.
@sammyrodrz3763
5 жыл бұрын
Call me loco 😜 but I still like the sport version 😱
@LS1007
5 жыл бұрын
Sammy Rodrz Hey Loco, I like it too!🤪
@sammyrodrz3763
5 жыл бұрын
Hey raiti have you done a review of the 2019 mazda CX 5 ?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
No it is nice! Now if it had the same setup as the XT.....
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
It does have a great look!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
No I need to get my hands on some Mazdas! Stay tuned because I will get them!
@Sml4UTB
4 жыл бұрын
Your opinion on the textures of shit is pointless... All of that stuff is subjective to each individual person... Go over the major differences for God sake and leave your opinions on stylings to yourself
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
So you just voice your opinions and now I am suppose to listen. Who is the pot calling the kettle black?
@danielsaun1
5 жыл бұрын
People need to start talking about SI mode that makes up for the HP
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective and for watching!
@carmeldelight4562
5 жыл бұрын
Test driving a Forester this weekend. Looks like the Forester Sport, which I like, really isn't that much different from the premium. They basically added the color trim, which I like on the white, and increased the price. I may just go for the premium and save my money. Overall, my Rogue still has more room on the inside.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Let me know how the drive goes!
@markkuhar1188
5 жыл бұрын
You forgot to Mention the back seats recline slightly for “Resting”.
@maribethkeitz8021
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Good video. I love the orange trim!
@ImYoutubing247
5 жыл бұрын
I have to disagree with your opinion on the gloss black. It comes off as cheap. Matte finishes, fake wood, hell even the fake carbon fiber would look nice. That gloss black is a finger print magnet and it’s everywhere you touch frequently. I’d like to see a limited trim since you reviewed the sport already.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I can totally understand where you are coming from and I appreciate you sharing your viewpoints! Thanks for watching!
@whiterhinooutdoors4572
5 жыл бұрын
I just didn’t like the orange on it so I got the premium the sport is better in options but the orange to me is something I couldn’t get past traded my 18 in on the premium 19 nice suv after owning a Subaru want own a car or SUV that isn’t one
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your personal input from your experience!
@fredyriv
5 жыл бұрын
Love the way you compared the two trims. This is the type comparison review that a shopper needs. Thanks
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for saying that! It really means a lot!
@drivethrucountertops4709
5 жыл бұрын
good job, thank you
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to say that and for watching!
@cristhosanchez5050
5 жыл бұрын
The sport looks nice!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you liked this one! I think the black really fits it!
@Smithy67
5 жыл бұрын
I can just about accept the orange on the exterior, but on the roof rails? What the ....? One exhaust tip is sad looking, a few years ago they went crazy with dual tips on every model even the most basic ones.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally understand where you are coming from! The XT was the better package!
@Jpizzle925
5 жыл бұрын
Subaru fail= Sport has: NO turbo, NO dual exhaust NO manual 6 speed
@BadMoonRising92
4 жыл бұрын
Jpizzle - ya the no dual exhaust or manual option is super fail on their end
@fernandovargas7562
3 жыл бұрын
I like more the Sport one ….. cool Forester Sport ….
@Doc1855
Жыл бұрын
I bought my 19 Forester Touring on 12/11/22 with only 4,700 miles. It’s Sephia Bronze with Brown leather interior. It’s gorgeous. It’s a Certified Subaru so I got a 7 year 100K mileage warranty. The previous owner put Michelin Cross Climate tires on. They’re Great in all road conditions. Next month we’re having them installed on my wife’s 19 Outback. I’m an old duffer so I baby my vehicles. My Forester will probably be the last vehicle I’ll ever own. My wife’s Outback is her commuter car, so she’ll probably have to buy another Outback before she dies, (she’s younger than I am). Both of my brother and sisters in law only drive Outback’s for their daily commuter vehicles. One of my sisters in law drives 500 miles a week, 52K miles a year. They keep their Outback’s for about 6 years or so and buy another one. We’re hoping to get 250-300K miles out of our current 19 Outback. Subaru’s feel very planted to the ground and superb traction in all driving conditions. I can’t say that we’ve owned a better vehicle. I drove Toyota’s for 40+ years before buying my wife her Outback last year for her birthday. If Subaru holds up as well as our Toyota’s, we’ll never go back to Toyota again.
@BailsofGlass
5 жыл бұрын
I can't decide if I'm into the orange accents or not... Sometimes I look at it and think woah, cool. Other times it looks like a bit too much.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you on that! Thanks for watching!
@mattb7626
5 жыл бұрын
Too much orange crammed down your throat. Hasn't the engine to back it up.
@BailsofGlass
5 жыл бұрын
@@mattb7626 I see where people are comming from with the engine/lack of turbo option. However in all likelihood at the end of the day I wouldn't pay into the 30s for more hp and torque and/or turbo, as would most of their demographic id imagine. I like that it's priced significantly lower than the Rav 4 and crv models with awd.
@jpnoobieeiboonpj858
5 жыл бұрын
Agreed- I just got a blue one and have a feeling the orange will wear out its welcome over time. Rt now I like it with the dark blue. Fortunately I know some auto painters that can make it go away if/ when that day comes
@12trzy45
4 жыл бұрын
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@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@MsVS1221
5 жыл бұрын
I really love the Sports larger infotainment screen and the interior, otherwise there is not a whole lot of difference. I really do dislike the orange on the inside
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and input! Thanks for watching!
@JHowardJones
5 жыл бұрын
I know it's only one point. But it's not 8.6, but 8.7 inches of clearance.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the extra info!
@HarleyMartinez-t6e
8 ай бұрын
If you go Forester SPORT do you get the XT trim on the SPORT or not?
@jcfan1979
24 күн бұрын
2018 was the last year of the XT turbo models. The looks are better now but the performance is extremely underwhelming. Overall it's still a great vehicle though. Just don't expect to have good passing and acceleration when you need or want it.
@rashaungrey3436
4 жыл бұрын
They have a panoramic power moonroof. You were wrong on that one but the video was great.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that info!
@daniellocke9534
5 жыл бұрын
hey Joe,Do you think that you could go to the Subaru Port for your area and show us the cars getting their options added?
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
That sounds Like a great idea! I will check into that! Thanks for your great support!
@jimsmith752
5 жыл бұрын
I agree, the sport should have leather seats. That is the one thing that I dislike about the sport.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@georgiostsimogianis6712
5 жыл бұрын
1000% agree. I was considering purchasing this vehicle (was only interested in the sport trim) but the lack of leather seats was a total deal breaker. That plus the lackluster engine. Otherwise would have loved to give Subaru my business.
@edbouhl3100
5 жыл бұрын
Well presented but entirely aesthetics oriented. Check elsewhere for technical info.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@TheCldmstrsn
5 жыл бұрын
Love the Sport model!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you liked this one!
@jeremyd2003
5 жыл бұрын
Just bought the wife a loaded Impreza limited 5 door. I think this may be my next car!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@lucastherexcat
5 жыл бұрын
In the sport, put the 6 and a stick. When I see a Subaru now I think no turbo and CVT. NO
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
@jmah88
5 жыл бұрын
i like, i like, i like - buddy!
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that I could share it with you!
@DogHairDontCare
5 жыл бұрын
I'm going to be honest. I test drove a rav4 adventure and then went to drive the forester sport with lower expectations. I was definitely pleasantly surprised. The forester feels like a much more refined ride experience compared to the rav4 adventure. The biggest gripe I have is that the towing capacity of the forester is significantly lower. Why only 1.5k lbs? What makes the outback much more? The rav4 adventure also has 3.5k lb towing capacity.
@RaitisRides
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that input from your experience!
@jaipaulsethi6880
4 жыл бұрын
The CVT transmission is not made for powerful engines or a lot of stress or torque - they are for controlled and low stress driving (for example a CVT does not have a large first gear) - if subarus stuck with the 6 speed gear box - this would lieterlaly be a flawless vehicle - for plain driving CVT will do OK though, no one knows if they will have issues afte 7-8 years as they are more complex and have more moving parts
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