mycarforum: 2015 Forester 2.0 part 11

Why not? my current drive is 7km/L. Journey to my designation is ~1.5hr�(near�2nd link)�Return another ~1.5hrs. Per trip cost me more than a quarter to 1/3 of my tanks. Not to mention if need to travel to other locations. Besides, I don't use all my petrol before top up. usually a quarter�tank I top up,

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Not all test drive is as per expected. It is either need to wait for very long or no car to test drive. e.g. when I told the SE I want to test drive X-trail, she told me no car atm.

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1.5 hours to get from one end of SG to another? I guess the traffic must be that bad. But for a heavy footed kinda driver like yourself... shouldn't it be faster?

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I used to drive from my home West side of SG in the morning (jammed at upper bukit timah to AYE, then to CBD), drop my wife off at CBD and then to Tampines for meetings and it does not take me more than an hour.

I wish I can reach at 1 hr but never been able to achieve that. Certain part in Tuas has only 1 lane and is always pack with those heavy vehicle. typically, I am stuck there for around half an hr.

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1.5 hours to get from one end of SG to another? I guess the traffic must be that bad. But for a heavy footed kinda driver like yourself... shouldn't it be faster?

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I used to drive from my home West side of SG in the morning (jammed at upper bukit timah to AYE, then to CBD), drop my wife off at CBD and then to Tampines for meetings and it does not take me more than an hour.

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Since none of the car is perfect, I still have to choose the "darkest crow" in order to get one right?

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I raise my opinion (critic). Too many ppls comment good (pro) about their prefer model/brand. If�ppls cant take critic (con), only want to listen to good words, how to improve?�

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Bro, very curious, what car are you driving now?

7km/l is a drinker, sound like some big car.

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I am neither a subaru fan boy nor earning commission from each forester sold. I don't think FXT is perfect. I don't think anyone who owns a FXT thinks it is perfect.�

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Most of us just happen to love the power FXT provides and this is probably the best we can get within the 130k bracket. We therefore forgive its weakness like high FC, slightly higher insurance (accordingly to you) and slightly dated interior.

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It may not be the best looking SUV in the car park but it is definitely one of the fastest.

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Since none of the car is perfect, I still have to choose the "darkest crow" in order to get one right?

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I raise my opinion (critic). Too many ppls comment good (pro) about their prefer model/brand. If�ppls cant take critic (con), only want to listen to good words, how to improve?�

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I am neither a subaru fan boy nor earning commission from each forester sold. I don't think FXT is perfect. I don't think anyone who owns a FXT thinks it is perfect.�

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Most of us just happen to love the power FXT provides and this is probably the best we can get within the 130k bracket. We therefore forgive its weakness like high FC, slightly higher insurance (accordingly to you) and slightly dated interior.

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It may not be the best looking SUV in the car park but it is definitely one of the fastest.

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Insurance premium not too bad lah... tried DirectAsia - comprehensive one and 0 excess. Further discount if your car is installed with in-car camera

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Edited by SimonChua_160516, 28 September 2015 - 05:59 PM.

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Bro, were you at the subaru workshop on last sat afternoon? Coz one of owners also shared that FC is better with S mode in city drive.
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Yes Bro, indeed i m that guy at the Sat workshop.
Nice meeting you.
Are you the owner of the black XT w gold trimming?

Surprised those are "sluggish" cars. I thought the NX is pretty strong output in the turbo? CLA 180 slow feeling I understand, but CLA 200 & B200?[/quote]

Well, i tested most of the cars within the same weekend.
I might hv been a bit harsh, suggesting these cars as sluggish.
But after test driving the FXT, none of those cars come close to FXT's pickup and power.

Haha.. yup. I am that guy.

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Bro, were you at the subaru workshop on last sat afternoon? Coz one of owners also shared that FC is better with S mode in city drive.
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Yes Bro, indeed i m that guy at the Sat workshop.
Nice meeting you.
Are you the owner of the black XT w gold trimming?

Surprised those are "sluggish" cars. I thought the NX is pretty strong output in the turbo? CLA 180 slow feeling I understand, but CLA 200 & B200?[/quote]

Well, i tested most of the cars within the same weekend.
I might hv been a bit harsh, suggesting these cars as sluggish.
But after test driving the FXT, none of those cars come close to FXT's pickup and power.

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I find tHe insurance is higher than the rest, I got my existing insurer to quote me. It's 300 more than what I have paying for last 2 years on my car.

Also - aig actually offers competitive rates, cheaper than direct Asia if compare to a similar flexible plan.

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I am neither a subaru fan boy nor earning commission from each forester sold. I don't think FXT is perfect. I don't think anyone who owns a FXT thinks it is perfect.�
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Most of us just happen to love the power FXT provides and this is probably the best we can get within the 130k bracket. We therefore forgive its weakness like high FC, slightly higher insurance (accordingly to you) and slightly dated interior.
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Precisely. You can't have everything for 130k. Heck even doubling it to 250k there are still things you won't like. Just go with whatever is important to oneself. The rest have to compromise. Lucky alexa72 is not my boss, I will never be able to please him.

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If Alexa72 says "50% of my time are travelling aboard" - then don't have to worry about pumping petrol every 2 to 4 days (as quoted by Alexa72... since not around to fully finished the petrol so fast.

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For me before buying my FXT, did a bit of research on the cars that fits my needs (less than a week). Go to showroom on sunday (didn't manage to test drive cause my son was cranky already)... so went to test drive on Monday lunch time (Outlander, FXT and HRV* after narrowing it down the cars) and booked my car on tuesday :)

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*Testing HRV was to see what the fuss is all about with Vezel/HRV. :)

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I tested both recently, u Really cannot compare a real SUV with a "cross over" totally different class la

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FXT wins all except for interior thats all.

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But i must admit the HRV / Vezel is one of the best choices for CAT A cars.

Nowadays like only old people like to buy new Altis, new Mazda 3 also losing popularity, Civic & Impressa never see

Hmm.. Always feel that the interior of vezel is confusing, design wise. For some reason, the new interior design from honda has no coherence across most model.
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I shall go try HRV during their off peak period one of these days.�
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HRV and Vezel engine are different. HRV is using SOHC, while Vezel is DOHC.
Power output Vezel is higher and also much better FC.

Civic lost its appeal because of design.

Subaru is still stuck at the high fc mentality for a 1.6 car, no edge over rivals except for the awd which moat people in the sedan cat wouldn't care.

I wouldn't say that fxt interior ia bad. Like it plain n simple. U seen the makan s one? Wah, first look i blur already.

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I tested both recently, u Really cannot compare a real SUV with a "cross over" totally different class la
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FXT wins all except for interior thats all.
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But i must admit the HRV / Vezel is one of the best choices for CAT A cars.
Nowadays like only old people like to buy new Altis, new Mazda 3 also losing popularity, Civic & Impressa never see

Edited by Redsurfer777, 28 September 2015 - 10:39 PM.

Since none of the car is perfect, I still have to choose the "darkest crow" in order to get one right?

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I raise my opinion (critic). Too many ppls comment good (pro) about their prefer model/brand. If�ppls cant take critic (con), only want to listen to good words, how to improve?�

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Haha. I have similar thoughts sometimes. If everyone is praising something nonstop I feel I have to come forward and mention the bad points for a change.

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For some additional perspective on Forester XT FC, my ride's got nearly identical output figures and I'm getting around 8.2km/l according to trip computer. I'm spending a lot of time on more city-oriented driving however, and there's a lot of hill-climbing for me.

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I am neither a subaru fan boy nor earning commission from each forester sold. I don't think FXT is perfect. I don't think anyone who owns a FXT thinks it is perfect.�
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Most of us just happen to love the power FXT provides and this is probably the best we can get within the 130k bracket. We therefore forgive its weakness like high FC, slightly higher insurance (accordingly to you) and slightly dated interior.
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It may not be the best looking SUV in the car park but it is definitely one of the fastest.
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The pros you had mention are exactly the reason I am considering the FXT.
With these pros, I had ignored all the cons...

good one. weighing all pros and cons.

we know exactly what the cons are, not that we ignore it like it fun exist but coming to terms with it.

and a lot has to do with driving pattern, self control.

you can buy a fxt and let your old man drive, he should be able to give u 12km/l comfortably.
and when u drive, no matter how hard you try, you might not even smell a 9.

you should see the youtube video collection from thelasthumangarage. he bought a forester for hus wife and installed a booster which will activate when rpm is high. in the end, the prank failed. cos wife never step more ghen 20% on the accelerator.

btw, the wife is driving the forester in s mode full time, and her mileage is still pretty good.

The pros you had mention are exactly the reason I am considering the FXT.
With these pros, I had ignored all the cons...

Edited by Redsurfer777, 28 September 2015 - 11:04 PM.

The pros you had mention are exactly the reason I am considering the FXT.
With these pros, I had ignored all the cons...

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Haha to me - the other biggest pro is that it is only $130K which is very competitive.

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if money is not a problem, all of us will have bought landrover /Q5/X5/GL. Super nice interior. Do a search in sg car mart on SUV below 130k / car or cars with 240 bhp. Not many can match the price

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yes, there are alot of things which i want forester to have.. but base on the $130 price tag its value for money

Hi, I found that FXT's doors are relatively light and "soft", anyone feels the same? It is very obvious even if I just compare that with outback and impreza.

If you don't need the power, stick to NA for better reliability and FC.

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Seriously you only buy the XT for the engine. If they offered the same 240hp boxer on QQ/CX5/x-trail etc for the same price, no one will look at the forester.

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Please don't over-recommend the forester to everyone, the SE lurking in the forum will think their cars damn good-selling and up the price� [laugh]

If you don't need the power, stick to NA for better reliability and FC.

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Seriously you only buy the XT for the engine. If they offered the same 240hp boxer on QQ/CX5/x-trail etc for the same price, no one will look at the forester.

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Please don't over-recommend the forester to everyone, the SE lurking in the forum will think their cars damn good-selling and up the price�

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NA mean what ah? U refering to the non turbo Forester version known as premium ah?

I like your comment abt SE...but not enuff points to praise u

Kenna one SE last Thurs damn tough , no freebies, no discount then i just walk away

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NA mean what ah? U refering to the non turbo Forester version known as premium ah?

I like your comment abt SE...but not enuff points to praise u

Kenna one SE last Thurs damn tough , no freebies, no discount then i just walk away

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NA stands for naturally aspirated engine. Means, does not used forced induction such as turbocharger or supercharger.

So fierce?

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I don't work in sales but I always thought sales work is one of the most volatile industries and you should always catch the wind and earn as much as possible so that you can survive during the lean years.

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I will expect at least a front camera.

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Hmm... maybe instructions from top down?

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NA mean what ah? U refering to the non turbo Forester version known as premium ah?

I like your comment abt SE...but not enuff points to praise u

Kenna one SE last Thurs damn tough , no freebies, no discount then i just walk away

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Short-listed the forester�and would like to test-drive the car. Can some bros who has good SEs PM me your SE contact?

Seriously you only buy the XT for the engine. If they offered the same 240hp boxer on QQ/CX5/x-trail etc for the same price, no one will look at the forester.

"And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music." --Friedrich Nietzsche

If you don't need the power, stick to NA for better reliability and FC.

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Seriously you only buy the XT for the engine. If they offered the same 240hp boxer on QQ/CX5/x-trail etc for the same price, no one will look at the forester.

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Please don't over-recommend the forester to everyone, the SE lurking in the forum will think their cars damn good-selling and up the price�

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Not just that lah. There are those who will buy the non-turbo forester.� For me, main consideration is safety. Their cars have performed very well in crash tests since many years ago. Now with 7 airbags and ESP, it's as safe as you can get. Of course there is no EyeSight etc but it's still among the safest you can get in SG. Even the entry XV have full airbags/ESP. Compare that with entry level toyotas.

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Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that all seven 2015 Subaru models; the Legacy, Outback, Forester, BRZ, WRX/STI, Impreza and XV Crosstrek, have earned 2015 Top Safety Pick awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Subaru is the only manufacturer with IIHS Top Safety Picks for all models for six years running (2010-2015).

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Together with AWD and X-mode, you get some semblance of a true off-roader.

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Actually the turbo with CVT is nothing to shout about. I think it's quite over-rated and overkill for normal driving.

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I will collecting FXT this weekend.

Can someone add me into the whatsapp group? Many thanks !

Edited by Fenderplayer, 30 September 2015 - 05:52 PM.

Hi, anybody have SE to recommend. Planning to make a trip down for test drive and would like to start off the search with the right SE.

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Hi Bros

I will collecting FXT this weekend.

Can someone add me into the whatsapp group? Many thanks !

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PM us you mobile and name.

I am officially a Forester! Just signed today for a silver I-L. Delivery end October. My first Subaru and SUV. ??????

Edited by Puiru, 01 October 2015 - 07:49 PM.

i wouldn't say not useful or overkill.
sometimes you really need that power to get pass others, esp when they are driving dangerously, esp the big ones.

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Not just that lah. There are those who will buy the non-turbo forester.� For me, main consideration is safety. Their cars have performed very well in crash tests since many years ago. Now with 7 airbags and ESP, it's as safe as you can get. Of course there is no EyeSight etc but it's still among the safest you can get in SG. Even the entry XV have full airbags/ESP. Compare that with entry level toyotas.
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Together with AWD and X-mode, you get some semblance of a true off-roader.
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Actually the turbo with CVT is nothing to shout about. I think it's quite over-rated and overkill for normal driving.

Hi, I found that FXT's doors are relatively light and "soft", anyone feels the same? It is very obvious even if I just compare that with outback and impreza.

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Only me feel that way?

I am officially a Forester! Just signed today for a silver I-L. Delivery end October. My first Subaru and SUV. ??????

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Welcome. i just got my ride today. nice and easy drive. only issue is the solar film like very lousy.

going to read the manual tonight.. zoom zoom

Haha... the door panel is soft. Most definitely.

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Only me feel that way?

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Ordered my Forester XT White with red leather last saturday.

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Now waiting for bidding and also the stock to arrive... they got some stupid policy for car colors with no ready stock, need to pay $1000 extra premium... but having drive a black cars for my last 2 ride. Really wanted a White Red combo.

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Test drive the forester, maybe i didnt slam the accelerator, the power or pull not as obvious as i imagined although the speedo meter reached 100km/h before i even realise it.

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Suspension abit bouncy compared to my current ride. could be typical of SUV. Overall for the $130k bracket, nothing come close if your focus is on the AWD and Power, other requirements have to take a back seat.�

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Actually to those who said that Subaru interior now is very jialat... they probably never driven subaru during the 2002-2007 era. My old subaru rex then inside really is damn jialat, imagine the digital clock with those green light backing type...

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Some nice features i liked include the sunroof, auto boot release (in harrier you do not even get this feature until you top up and top up for the higher range) and also the CVT Chain Gearbox.

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Last 2 cars are Rex, Alfa 159 and now Forester due to family requirement. i think i have come full circle back to the subaru family. My 3rd subaru if counting the old forester i bought for my dad. The AWD really is something i came to like.

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Hope the car come soon =)

Ordered my Forester XT White with red leather last saturday.

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Now waiting for bidding and also the stock to arrive... they got some stupid policy for car colors with no ready stock, need to pay $1000 extra premium... but having drive a black cars for my last 2 ride. Really wanted a White Red combo.

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Test drive the forester, maybe i didnt slam the accelerator, the power or pull not as obvious as i imagined although the speedo meter reached 100km/h before i even realise it.

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Suspension abit bouncy compared to my current ride. could be typical of SUV. Overall for the $130k bracket, nothing come close if your focus is on the AWD and Power, other requirements have to take a back seat.�

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Actually to those who said that Subaru interior now is very jialat... they probably never driven subaru during the 2002-2007 era. My old subaru rex then inside really is damn jialat, imagine the digital clock with those green light backing type...

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Some nice features i liked include the sunroof, auto boot release (in harrier you do not even get this feature until you top up and top up for the higher range) and also the CVT Chain Gearbox.

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Last 2 cars are Rex, Alfa 159 and now Forester due to family requirement. i think i have come full circle back to the subaru family. My 3rd subaru if counting the old forester i bought for my dad. The AWD really is something i came to like.

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Hope the car come soon =)

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Can i ask if the seats are leather or PVC? It feels really different from my Lancer stock Ralliart donuts seats, i cant explain....

I like your color combination,pls share some pictures when u get the car

Hi, I found that FXT's doors are relatively light and "soft", anyone feels the same? It is very obvious even if I just compare that with outback and impreza.

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I found the XV's doors feels heavier and sturdier than Forester. Regardless of this, I find the sound insulation in the cabin is good with my few rounds of test drive. The doors also close with a firm thud. But sometimes, the good things from test drive can turn out to be the opposite after owning the car. But so far I didnt pick up anyone complaining about the cabin is noisy. Am I right?

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Forester is still using the outdated black and white display panel between the odometers. The rest of Subaru's cars are having the newer colour LCD panel that display information like which door is not close, etc. My guess is that the next facelift will bring Forester on par with the rest of their cars. Maybe the door will also feel heavier and sturdier? �But I cant wait for the 2016 Forester. Need a car soon.

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I'm gonna wait for that facelift.... but dunno if will kenna played out by COE, loan rates or LTA clawback??

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I found the XV's doors feels heavier and sturdier than Forester. Regardless of this, I find the sound insulation in the cabin is good with my few rounds of test drive. The doors also close with a firm thud. But sometimes, the good things from test drive can turn out to be the opposite after owning the car. But so far I didnt pick up anyone complaining about the cabin is noisy. Am I right?

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Forester is still using the outdated black and white display panel between the odometers. The rest of Subaru's cars are having the newer colour LCD panel that display information like which door is not close, etc. My guess is that the next facelift will bring Forester on par with the rest of their cars. Maybe the door will also feel heavier and sturdier? �But I cant wait for the 2016 Forester. Need a car soon.

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Seats are half leather meaning only the front portions you sit on are leather.

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Can i ask if the seats are leather or PVC? It feels really different from my Lancer stock Ralliart donuts seats, i cant explain....

I like your color combination,pls share some pictures when u get the car

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I'm gonna wait for that facelift.... but dunno if will kenna played out by COE, loan rates or LTA clawback??

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I like the XV look more. I would love to have the XV look with the 2L Turbo Forester Engine.

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I found the XV's doors feels heavier and sturdier than Forester. Regardless of this, I find the sound insulation in the cabin is good with my few rounds of test drive. The doors also close with a firm thud. But sometimes, the good things from test drive can turn out to be the opposite after owning the car. But so far I didnt pick up anyone complaining about the cabin is noisy. Am I right?

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Forester is still using the outdated black and white display panel between the odometers. The rest of Subaru's cars are having the newer colour LCD panel that display information like which door is not close, etc. My guess is that the next facelift will bring Forester on par with the rest of their cars. Maybe the door will also feel heavier and sturdier? �But I cant wait for the 2016 Forester. Need a car soon.

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May I check..... anyone knows of a good car wrap/sticker shop?

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e.g. I kinda wanna wrap some of the crome parts to black mat.

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I'm gonna wait for that facelift.... but dunno if will kenna played out by COE, loan rates or LTA clawback??

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I did asked my SE and the usual replies from him. Said no news yet. Told me that JDM Forester is meant for Japan domestic market. The forester we getting here is meant for Asia like Indonesia, Malaysia, etc. Anyway if can wait, then wait. Good things worth the wait.�

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I like the XV look more. I would love to have the XV look with the 2L Turbo Forester Engine.

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Its the XV that lured me to MotorImage, not Forester, haha. But I bought the Forester after test drive.

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I did asked my SE and the usual replies from him. Said no news yet. Told me that JDM Forester is meant for Japan domestic market. The forester we getting here is meant for Asia like Indonesia, Malaysia, etc. Anyway if can wait, then wait. Good things worth the wait.�

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Its the XV that lured me to MotorImage, not Forester, haha. But I bought the Forester after test drive.

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I went Leng Kee to see the Teana and end up buying Forester.�

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First 1000 km FC is about 7.2km/litre.

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Now 1,500 km seems got slight improvement 8km/litre

Wow the FC is that bad? 7km per liter ?

I think got to do with travel pattern.
My Rex was around 8.5-9, 159 was 9-10.

Shall see how the XT do.

Guys just a question for existing owner. The small display in the middle of the car, I remember it show boost. Does it measure 0-100? What other info it show?

Secondly, during test drive saw the technician like repairing the auto boot close open mechanism on the show car, wonder what the reliability of it. Do they lock the function of remote opening when car is moving etc? Any safety issue? Thanks for sharing

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I went Leng Kee to see the Teana and end up buying Forester.�

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First 1000 km FC is about 7.2km/litre.

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Now 1,500 km seems got slight improvement 8km/litre

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My FC would not be good because of my drive pattern

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I drive around Taman Jurong, Jurong West, Jurong East and NTU.

So how many % highway and how many % city?� Mainly neighbourhood road.

Normally short driving distance. Something return home the engine temperature

still not very hot, about 80.

Just to share a piece of news from my SE today - Interest rate will raise from 2.28% to 2.78% after 7th Oct 2015.

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I found the XV's doors feels heavier and sturdier than Forester. Regardless of this, I find the sound insulation in the cabin is good with my few rounds of test drive. The doors also close with a firm thud. But sometimes, the good things from test drive can turn out to be the opposite after owning the car. But so far I didnt pick up anyone complaining about the cabin is noisy. Am I right?

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Forester is still using the outdated black and white display panel between the odometers. The rest of Subaru's cars are having the newer colour LCD panel that display information like which door is not close, etc. My guess is that the next facelift will bring Forester on par with the rest of their cars. Maybe the door will also feel heavier and sturdier? �But I cant wait for the 2016 Forester. Need a car soon.

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Yes, leaked photo already shown the fuel guage and trip indicator to colored for the 2016 Facelift. The steering wheel is also different. The exterior of the facelift will include new rim design new headlamp designs with bi-xenon projectors instead of HID reflectors. You can check the video a few pages back.

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I am intending to book my Forester this weekend. Just would like to hear more from already proud owners on the below:

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Average FC:

Freebies gotten:

Anyone kena the $1000 for indent colours?

Number of COE bib before getting the ride?

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And additional information are most welcome. Cheer

Hi All,

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I am intending to book my Forester this weekend. Just would like to hear more from already proud owners on the below:

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Average FC:

Freebies gotten:

Anyone kena the $1000 for indent colours?

Number of COE bib before getting the ride?

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And additional information are most welcome. Cheer

�there is only 63 pages. if you just read through the last 20 page, I am sure you will be able to get�most if not all�the answers.

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Let me start for you. Average FC depends on a lot of things. generally, most shared that its ranges from 8-10 l/km mostly, with some achieving slightly better.

Hi All,

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I am intending to book my Forester this weekend. Just would like to hear more from already proud owners on the below:

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Average FC:

Freebies gotten:

Anyone kena the $1000 for indent colours?

Number of COE bib before getting the ride?

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And additional information are most welcome. Cheer

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I am free and market boring...so i reply you.

indicatively...

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Average FC: 7.2 - 11.5

Freebies gotten: Car mats, solar film ( heard lousy quality) and front Cam ( think quite rare)

Anyone kena the $1000 for indent colours? Yes , think 1 reported case here

Number of COE bid before getting the ride? 3 bids, think for non guarantee

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haha... I am not a FXT owner ......yet

Thanks guys. Do provide more information. Tonight i will spend some time to read all the 63pages worth of post before i confirm 100percent sign on the dotted line this weekend.

Hi All,

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I am intending to book my Forester this weekend. Just would like to hear more from already proud owners on the below:

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Average FC:

Freebies gotten:

Anyone kena the $1000 for indent colours?

Number of COE bib before getting the ride?

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And additional information are most welcome. Cheer

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Just to share... when I got my XV earlier this year (previous version not the new one), I managed to bargain $1k off price and pay $200 for top up to upgrade to pioneer touch screen, GPS and reverse cam.

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I know of others who managed to get free change of leather seats to other colors and small acessories like boot trays, visors and rear bumper guard.

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They gave me free blackvue front cam as there was a promo going so I didn't need to bargain for that.

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I feel they are less negotiable on weekends where there tend to be more people willing to sign...

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My FC would not be good because of my drive pattern

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I drive around Taman Jurong, Jurong West, Jurong East and NTU.

So how many % highway and how many % city?� Mainly neighbourhood road.

Normally short driving distance. Something return home the engine temperature

still not very hot, about 80.

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should be 80% city.

i think 1st ask yourself, assuming 100% city driving, are you comfortable with 8km / l considering the bhp.

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If not, then no need to think, move on to next hunt.

Hi All,
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I am intending to book my Forester this weekend. Just would like to hear more from already proud owners on the below:
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Average FC:
Freebies gotten:
Anyone kena the $1000 for indent colours?
Number of COE bib before getting the ride?
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And additional information are most welcome. Cheer

My free gift is kenwood gps dvd HU, blackvue front and back cam,
front parking sensor and the usual carpet and film + 5years free service.

Coe got it on the first bid.
FC for this XT is so much better then my previous forester SG9.
Btw this is my third Subaru.

Edited by Emi, 02 October 2015 - 08:04 PM.

For the freebies, were they stated in the sales agreement or verbal commitment by the SE?

For the freebies, were they stated in the sales agreement or verbal commitment by the SE?

I believe they are stated in the sales agreement no matter where. At least it was stated in my first and only car purchase.

Have not really negotiated for freebies with my sales person. Would definitely thrash out and bargain with him once i am ready to sign on the dotted line

My free gift is kenwood gps dvd HU, blackvue front and back cam,
front parking sensor and the usual carpet and film + 5years free service.

Coe got it on the first bid.
FC for this XT is so much better then my previous forester SG9.
Btw this is my third Subaru.

When u bought ur forester?

This is one of the best deals I have heard.� [laugh]

My free gift is kenwood gps dvd HU, blackvue front and back cam,
front parking sensor and the usual carpet and film + 5years free service.

Coe got it on the first bid.
FC for this XT is so much better then my previous forester SG9.
Btw this is my third Subaru.

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I believe they are stated in the sales agreement no matter where. At least it was stated in my first and only car purchase.

Have not really negotiated for freebies with my sales person. Would definitely thrash out and bargain with him once i am ready to sign on the dotted line

When u bought ur forester?

My colleague recently went Borneo Motors and the SE wrote behind sales agreement of some freebies (was a blank page) and collecting car soon.
It seems so illegitimate, so wanna know if MI works the same.

When u bought ur forester?[/quote]

In June.

Hi All,
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I am intending to book my Forester this weekend. Just would like to hear more from already proud owners on the below:
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Average FC:
Freebies gotten:
Anyone kena the $1000 for indent colours?
Number of COE bib before getting the ride?
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And additional information are most welcome. Cheer

Fc not sure - my 2nd day driving but heard 8-11 km per l
Freebies - none, solar film is standard but lousy one
1 k for indent colors
1 bid cos ready stock

Discount 3 k off list price opt for non guarantee Coe.
Chose the black edition

I tried the auto boot close and it is not working. It closed then open by itself again, SE also can't get it to work. Tried another Forester in the showroom, that one also doesn't work.......

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Wow the FC is that bad? 7km per liter ?

I think got to do with travel pattern.
My Rex was around 8.5-9, 159 was 9-10.

Shall see how the XT do.

Guys just a question for existing owner. The small display in the middle of the car, I remember it show boost. Does it measure 0-100? What other info it show?

Secondly, during test drive saw the technician like repairing the auto boot close open mechanism on the show car, wonder what the reliability of it. Do they lock the function of remote opening when car is moving etc? Any safety issue? Thanks for sharing

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Edited by Immotive, 02 October 2015 - 11:11 PM.

I tried the auto boot close and it is not working. It closed then open by itself again, SE also can't get it to work. Tried another Forester in the showroom, that one also doesn't work.......
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not sure why is that so.. But the auto boot in my Forster works exactly fine

Wow the FC is that bad? 7km per liter ?

I think got to do with travel pattern.
My Rex was around 8.5-9, 159 was 9-10.

Shall see how the XT do.

Guys just a question for existing owner. The small display in the middle of the car, I remember it show boost. Does it measure 0-100? What other info it show?

Secondly, during test drive saw the technician like repairing the auto boot close open mechanism on the show car, wonder what the reliability of it. Do they lock the function of remote opening when car is moving etc? Any safety issue? Thanks for sharing

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I saw the same on the boot during one of my visits to the showroom some weeks back.� Someone was playing with the boot switch and at one point, could not get the boot to close despite pressing the switch several times.� He gave up trying after a while.� Later I heard him asked a SE if there was any switch to disable the auto door and the reply was no.�

Just to share a piece of news from my SE today - Interest rate will raise from 2.28% to 2.78% after 7th Oct 2015.

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For the benefit of all, I shared this here:

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http://www.mycarforu...n-curbs/page-10

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My SE sent me the same yesterday.

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Yes, leaked photo already shown the fuel guage and trip indicator to colored for the 2016 Facelift. The steering wheel is also different. The exterior of the facelift will include new rim design new headlamp designs with bi-xenon projectors instead of HID reflectors. You can check the video a few pages back.

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By the way, there's a Subaru road show at Takashimaya (Ngee Ann City).� A few brand new Subaru models are on display.� Not sure if they are showcasing the new Forester models.

I tried the auto boot close and it is not working. It closed then open by itself again, SE also can't get it to work. Tried another Forester in the showroom, that one also doesn't work.......

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There's something I recall about the auto boot.� There's�a button in front of the�driver's (near the right leg)�that allows you to fix an angle to how big you want your boot to open up to. �

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Any new Forester XT's owner can share?

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By the way, there's a Subaru road show at Takashimaya (Ngee Ann City).� A few brand new Subaru models are on display.� Not sure if they are showcasing the new Forester models.
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Does the road show offer better price or freebies?

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I saw the same on the boot during one of my visits to the showroom some weeks back.� Someone was playing with the boot switch and at one point, could not get the boot to close despite pressing the switch several times.� He gave up trying after a while.� Later I heard him asked a SE if there was any switch to disable the auto door and the reply was no.�

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There's something I recall about the auto boot.� There's�a button in front of the�driver's (near the right leg)�that allows you to fix an angle to how big you want your boot to open up to. �

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Any new Forester XT's owner can share?

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In the showroom, we also didnt get the boot to work. I think the reason is because many pple play with the switch.

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1) In short, to use the auto boot, press the button and let go - it will open by itself. To use manual, press and hold it for a few second.

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2) Yes the height of the boot can be fixed to a certain height. You need to press the button in the drivers seat (to permanently enable it), and set the height. Subsequently, once the boot open it will be that height. To disable it, press the button again to disable it.

Hi All,

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I am intending to book my Forester this weekend. Just would like to hear more from already proud owners on the below:

�

Average FC:

Freebies gotten:

Anyone kena the $1000 for indent colours?

Number of COE bib before getting the ride?

�

And additional information are most welcome. Cheer

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Been driving my FXT for 1.5 �months now

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FC: 8.3 to 8.8 (using V Power and the latest V Power Nitro+) - lots of jam to/from work (CBD)...�

Freebies: Window Tint (except sun roof), in car camera (front and back) and car mat

COE: Got it on 1st try

My free gift is kenwood gps dvd HU, blackvue front and back cam,
front parking sensor and the usual carpet and film + 5years free service.

Coe got it on the first bid.
FC for this XT is so much better then my previous forester SG9.
Btw this is my third Subaru.

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That's lots of freebies! Probably you are a repeat customer... loyalty gifts

A reason for the auto boot not working is due to a flat battery.

If the auto closing of the boot doesn't work for whatever reason, just close it manually. Similarly, the auto boot can open manually as well. Just press and hold the boot open button for 2-3 secs.

I tried the auto boot close and it is not working. It closed then open by itself again, SE also can't get it to work. Tried another Forester in the showroom, that one also doesn't work.......

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Maybe you can try this.

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Turn off your boot memory.

Manually open the boot by pressing down 3-4 secs.

then manually close your boot slowly until you hear a first click (boot is catch) and let go.

You should hear and see the boot closes further and lock.

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Then try the auto open and auto close.

Need advice on where I can get the module for side mirror auto fold when lock car with installation. Thanks.

Need advice on where I can get the module for side mirror auto fold when lock car with installation. Thanks.

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MI has this option when you send your car for servicing for S$150 (excluding GST). I did mine at MI during my 1st servicing

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I think you can get outside for around S$80 but if done outside it may void warranty.

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MI has this option when you send your car for servicing for S$150 (excluding GST). I did mine at MI during my 1st servicing

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I think you can get outside for around S$80 but if done outside it may void warranty.

hi all forester owners,

My forester is 2013 version, without LCD screen, and shark fin antenna,

can anyone advise whether MI�willing�trade in old one and�replaced�by new?�

or any outside WS can do that, what price?

thanks

Edited by Quantum, 06 October 2015 - 10:41 AM.

been looking for a new car recently...and saw this new forester xt�

power and handling is to my liking but any aftermarket support if i go dark side?�

pick up is fast...test drove it but. the brochure state 7.5s but car review state sub 7s

anyone got time it?�

and also..if i wait, any news on the FL forester my2016?�

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my current ride..xc60 t6 awd�

been looking for a new car recently...and saw this new forester xt�

power and handling is to my liking but any aftermarket support if i go dark side?�

pick up is fast...test drove it but. the brochure state 7.5s but car review state sub 7s

anyone got time it?�

and also..if i wait, any news on the FL forester my2016?�

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my current ride..xc60 t6 awd�

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I messaged the SE yesterday and asked about the new facelift, he just replied me that there won't be any changes currently. I am not in hurry to change car till 2017 so I will wait and see.

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Anyway, how often will a car model change it's design (not facelift but a total change in the design)? 5 years? This current Forester was launched in 2014 right?�

been looking for a new car recently...and saw this new forester xt�

power and handling is to my liking but any aftermarket support if i go dark side?�

pick up is fast...test drove it but. the brochure state 7.5s but car review state sub 7s

anyone got time it?�

and also..if i wait, any news on the FL forester my2016?�

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my current ride..xc60 t6 awd�

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http://www.caradvice...-of-tokyo-show/

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Some information and pictures of the upcoming FL forester

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I messaged the SE yesterday and asked about the new facelift, he just replied me that there won't be any changes currently. I am not in hurry to change car till 2017 so I will wait and see.

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Anyway, how often will a car model change it's design (not facelift but a total change in the design)? 5 years? This current Forester was launched in 2014 right?�

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I believe Forester was launched in 2013 and facelifted in May 2015.

I messaged the SE yesterday and asked about the new facelift, he just replied me that there won't be any changes currently. I am not in hurry to change car till 2017 so I will wait and see.

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Anyway, how often will a car model change it's design (not facelift but a total change in the design)? 5 years? This current Forester was launched in 2014 right?�

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Facelifts usually happen once every two or three years, sometimes there's even a yearly refresh.

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MI has this option when you send your car for servicing for S$150 (excluding GST). I did mine at MI during my 1st servicing
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I think you can get outside for around S$80 but if done outside it may void warranty.

Thanks for the advice bro. I asked my SE if MI does this but he told me no. Either he really has no idea since he is just doing sales or he scared I pester him to throw in as part of the new car purchase.

the brochure state 7.5s but car review state sub 7s anyone got time it?�
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Someone timed it with GPS and stopwatch, normal I mode will get you around 7.5 to 8.5secs, S mode can get you as fast as 6.8sec.

Depends on road conditions and other factors I guessed.

Thanks for the advice bro. I asked my SE if MI does this but he told me no. Either he really has no idea since he is just doing sales or he scared I pester him to throw in as part of the new car purchase.

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No worries, I guess they know the features of the car but not the after sales stuff. :)

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During your 1st servicing, you will be presented with a list of add ons in an A4 paper :)

Someone timed it with GPS and stopwatch, normal I mode will get you around 7.5 to 8.5secs, S mode can get you as fast as 6.8sec.

Depends on road conditions and other factors I guessed.

Thanks guys..

if its just a normal some minor changes...no point waiting unless forester xt can go lower...hahaha

i will be going for test drive again...if all conditions are met...high chance i �will change..

Someone timed it with GPS and stopwatch, normal I mode will get you around 7.5 to 8.5secs, S mode can get you as fast as 6.8sec.

Depends on road conditions and other factors I guessed.

I did the test in S# mode, 1st�time 7.3s,�2nd�time 7.8s,�

one guy stand 500m�away to start/stop stopwatch�as per my high beam instruction, �

1st time used launch start, 2nd time normal start,

after 2 test, oil temperature up to 110 degree C, scared to do more,�Ambient temperature�about 37 degree,

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normally official test result should be at 0 altitude and 15 degree,

in Singapore Ambient temperature�is a main factor to effect the result

hope that the facelift can increase the inner space a bit more.

Anyone beside me receive registered mail from MI regarding wire harness recall? �I believe nothing serious and planning the checks during my next service.

Forestor Facelift

Forestor Facelift

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this non-turbo version,

Facelifted Turbo Model

Facelifted Turbo Model

no difference leh, only�last picture without roof rack, looks even worse,

only front grilles better than existing

Facelifted Turbo Model

no difference leh, only�last picture without roof rack, looks even worse,

only front grilles better than existing

hope that the facelift can increase the inner space a bit more.

Facelift is normally cosmetic. No increase in car size and wheelbase, how to increase in space.

no difference leh, only�last picture without roof rack, looks even worse,
only front grilles better than existing

no difference leh, only�last picture without roof rack, looks even worse,
only front grilles better than existing

The head light is now LED.

no difference leh, only�last picture without roof rack, looks even worse,

only front grilles better than existing

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My bad, the link I attached shows the pre-facelift version instead. Yes, the last one is the facelifted model. Facelift interior below.

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facelift price increase?

facelift price increase?

Not here yet.
I also waiting. .

facelift price increase?

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Facelift version supposed to also have torque vectoring.. if available in SG, this would make the FXT even more nimble!

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As with all things new, FL will be usually higher and out-going model a little cheaper.

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Facelift version supposed to also have torque vectoring.. if available in SG, this would make the FXT even more nimble!

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As with all things new, FL will be usually higher and out-going model a little cheaper.

Subaru torque vectoring only used�for 2015 and later Outback, Legacy, WRX, and STi

no Forester leh

It looks 'naked' without the roof racks (even though I doubt most people will need them).

Projector headlamps is an improvement (more upmarket, though I am always surprised how good the reflector lamps are - still HID).

Real life photo of the facelift Forester XT.

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Thanks for the pix!

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This pix looks funny. I normally put my right foot somewhere in between the accelerator and the break. Wouldn't the part that is edging out gets in the way?� [;)]

Edited by JustGoodTrades, 08 October 2015 - 04:26 PM.

is that the rear aircon vent at rear sit on FL? ty

is that the rear aircon vent at rear sit on FL? ty

not have rear aircon, see here

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not have rear aircon, see here
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Those are seat warmer buttons, not A.C. Vents

Wah lau, They only take care of ppls when cold but not when hot:( Should have given us seat cooler buttons instead for country like us

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Those are seat warmer buttons, not A.C. Vents

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Subaru torque vectoring only used�for 2015 and later Outback, Legacy, WRX, and STi
no Forester leh

The facelift FXT will have, read from some Aussie web.

Wah lau, They only take care of ppls when cold but not when hot:( Should have given us seat cooler buttons instead for country like us
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Go buy Kia, just K3 will already give you aircon seat...
Subaru are for someone who appreciate the drive.

Subaru torque vectoring only used�for 2015 and later Outback, Legacy, WRX, and STi

no Forester leh

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Looks like the 2016 FXT will get it.

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Subaru has also fiddled with the SUV�s suspension settings, reduced the steering-gear ratio from 15.5:1 to 14.0:, and added active torque vectoring for turbocharged models.

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http://www.caradvice...-of-tokyo-show/

The new headlamps are a great improvement to the look.

Looks like they removed the sun roof?

Kinda useless in Singapore anyway.

From Japan Subaru website it mentioned that the new Forester (likely non-turbo version) would be having a FC of 15.2 km/l. That figure looks much better than the FC shown on sgCarMart. Is there an improvement to the engine also?

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Ref: http://www.subaru.jp...ester/forester/

Secured the COE... now waiting for delivery expected in 1-2 weeks time. Car likely to reach by next week.

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Excited about it. shall stop reading about the FL that is upcoming =( and enjoy the new ride =)

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Can i check if any one retune the ECU to get higher horse without accompanying mode? worth the money? Secondly will MI detect it?

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Was told that the engine could have been around 280 HP but detuned for local fuel 95 purpose. If i always pump 98/v power, possible to uptune it?

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Thanks for sharing

Looks like they removed the sun roof?

Kinda useless in Singapore anyway.

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Sunroofs and roof�rails are optional�for�JDM Forester XTs.

As for the export version, expect them to�be standard.

The new headlamps are a great improvement to the look.

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The current JDM lamps are abit different from export lamps.

JDM lamps have 2 tone masking which makes it sportier. Export one are pure chrome.

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Let's hope the FL lamps we get are the same.

Secured the COE... now waiting for delivery expected in 1-2 weeks time. Car likely to reach by next week.

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Excited about it. shall stop reading about the FL that is upcoming =( and enjoy the new ride =)

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Can i check if any one retune the ECU to get higher horse without accompanying mode? worth the money? Secondly will MI detect it?

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Was told that the engine could have been around 280 HP but detuned for local fuel 95 purpose. If i always pump 98/v power, possible to uptune it?

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Thanks for sharing

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There's a few running on piggyback racechips.

One workshop already�offers a ECU reflash package from ECUtek.

Looks like they removed the sun roof?
Kinda useless in Singapore anyway.

coming from a car without sun roof, having the sunroof is definitely nice to have... Not opening the roof at all but the car without the sunshade is bright and nice to drive.

It comes standard for the forester XT in Singapore, so already factor in.. Not as if it's an extra option that will cost extra 3k.. No option at all to reduce price

When you pull back the roof cover, it may be bright for the cabin but it also means people can see what you are doing inside clearly too.� :ph34r:

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coming from a car without sun roof, having the sunroof is definitely nice to have... Not opening the roof at all but the car without the sunshade is bright and nice to drive.

It comes standard for the forester XT in Singapore, so already factor in.. Not as if it's an extra option that will cost extra 3k.. No option at all to reduce price

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Anyone beside me receive registered mail from MI regarding wire harness recall? �I believe nothing serious and planning the checks during my next service.

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Nope... I did not receive any mail from MI.�

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When did you get your car?

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Nope... I did not receive any mail from MI.�

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When did you get your car?

Took delivery on 8th Aug 2014. � The letter indicated recall affecting 485 units (exclude WRX/STI) with YOM 2013. �However, mine YOM is 2014.�

wonder if existing Foresters can retrofit the new LED units... if they have adaptive function, probably not.

Anyone beside me receive registered mail from MI regarding wire harness recall? �I believe nothing serious and planning the checks during my next service.

I received the mail, and done the rectification in my recent MI half year service

new price. 125800. slowly slowly dropping.

When you pull back the roof cover, it may be bright for the cabin but it also means people can see what you are doing inside clearly too.�
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darkened the window with sun shade.. Hehe

wonder if existing Foresters can retrofit the new LED units... if they have adaptive function, probably not.

its good to have but will need to get used to.. My brother has a Mazda CX-5 2.5 that have this function.. Driving on a total darkeness roads overseas quite irritating to me.. Bec the light beam keep moving and it's always moving up and down if not left and right from the opposite cars' beam.

Secured the COE... now waiting for delivery expected in 1-2 weeks time. Car likely to reach by next week.
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Excited about it. shall stop reading about the FL that is upcoming =( and enjoy the new ride =)
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Can i check if any one retune the ECU to get higher horse without accompanying mode? worth the money? Secondly will MI detect it?
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Was told that the engine could have been around 280 HP but detuned for local fuel 95 purpose. If i always pump 98/v power, possible to uptune it?
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Thanks for sharing

Did u indent and pay 1k as car reach next week?

Hi bro,
Is this for guaranteed Coe?

new price. 125800. slowly slowly dropping.

Actually no need to go for guaranteed COE.

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The trend so far is that they will get the COE for u with the 1st 2 bids. Most of the current owners have the same experience.

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Hi bro,
Is this for guaranteed Coe?
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Yeah, I think so too.�

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I understand from my SE that non-gtd is 1k cheaper.�

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So would like to know whether the 125800 posted is for gtd or non-gtd.

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Actually no need to go for guaranteed COE.

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The trend so far is that they will get the COE for u with the 1st 2 bids. Most of the current owners have the same experience.

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