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Xt Premium
2.5L, 5-speed manual, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4
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Subaru Forester Xt Premium (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Subaru Forester Xt Premium is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th March 2008. The Subaru Forester is regarded as a small SUV built in Japan with prices starting at $45,490 before on-road costs.
This Subaru Forester is powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that has 169 kW of power (at 5200 rpm) and 320 Nm of torque (at 2800 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. Subaru claims the Forester Xt Premium uses 10.5L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 248g of CO2. It has a 60L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 571km per full tank
The Subaru Forester measures 1700mm (66.9 inches) in height, 4560mm (179.5 inches) in length, 1795mm (70.7 inches) in width with a 2615mm (103.0 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1545kg (3406.1 lbs) of unladen weight. The Forester Xt Premium comes standard with 225/55 R17 front tyres and 225/55 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 Subaru Forester Xt Premium has a 225mm ground clearance with a 1600kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
67.71 - 121.77 kW/t
43.77 kW/t
121.77 kW/t
Boot Space
450 litres
395 litres
740 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6 - 10.5 L/100km
5.7 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
571 - 1,067 km
571 km
1,067 km
Price
$30,990 - $50,990
$26,720
$52,640
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 - 1,600 kg
1,350 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
22.9°
18°
38.2°
Departure Angle
25.5°
21°
32.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
215 - 225 mm
150 mm
323 mm
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Dimensions
4,560 mm
1,795 mm
1,700 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,560 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,795 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,615 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,600 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 5.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 248
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 99.5
Engine (cc): 2457
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Code: EJ
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 79.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 571
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 355
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 14.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 20
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 16
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 230
Maximum Power (kW): 169
Maximum Torque (Nm): 320
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Center Type: Mechanical
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 97
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 97
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Impreza
Mud Flaps
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Location: Fuel Tank
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 56.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 1610
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 450
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 60.2
Front Track (mm): 1530
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 225
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 66.9
Overall Height (mm): 1700
Overall Length (in): 179.5
Overall Length (mm): 4560
Overall Width (in): 70.7
Overall Width (mm): 1795
Rear Track (in): 60.2
Rear Track (mm): 1530
Wheelbase (in): 103.0
Wheelbase (mm): 2615
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.0
Front Headroom (mm): 940
Rear Headroom (in): 36.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 930
Front Leg Room (in): 42.1
Front Leg Room (mm): 1070
Rear Leg Room (in): 33.9
Rear Leg Room (mm): 860
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1450
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1430
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 22.9
Departure Angle: 25.5
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Xenon
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Pearl
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1545
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3406
Tare Weight (kg): 1508
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 7
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Bluetooth
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Back Of Front Seats
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: 3
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 12500
Distance (miles): 7767
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