Is 2006 a good year for Subaru Forester?

Practical, well built and enjoyable to drive, the 2006 Subaru Forester offers an excellent balance of upscale features and all-weather drivability.

What kind of engine does a 2006 Subaru Forester have?

Tooltime: Now it’s even harder to see the Forester for the (blurred) trees

2006 Subaru Forester
Base price $21,920-$28,820
Engines 2.5L/173 hp/166 lb-ftSOHC 16-valve F-4; turbocharged 2.5L/230 hp/235 lb-ft DOHC 16-valve F-4
Transmissions 5-speed man; 4-speed auto
Curb weight 3200 lb (est)

Does the 2006 Subaru Forester have a turbo?

Horsepower is up from 165 to 173, and peak torque is unchanged at 166 lb-ft. The Forester 2.5XT Limited features a turbocharged and intercooled version of the 2.5-liter flat-four engine.

How many miles will a 2006 Subaru Forester last?

200,000 miles
This car has always been excellent and dependable in all weather conditions and never had any problems, with the exception of the recall for rear bearings. As long as you keep servicing as recommended and maintained you will have a car that will travel well over 200,000 miles mark and still keep going.

Does a 2006 Subaru Forester have a timing belt or chain?

All 2006 Subaru Forester models have a timing belt and an interference engine.

How long will a 2006 Subaru Forester last?

The Subaru Forester is a durable vehicle and can last between 200,000 miles and 250,000 miles. This means with an average of 15,000 miles driven per year, you can expect the Forester to last around 13 – 17 years. This is dependent on proper maintenance and good driving habits.

Do Subaru Foresters have head gasket problems?

The Subaru head gasket issues have been known to affect a large number of Subaru models and makes throughout various years. Subaru head gasket problems have occured in the Forester, Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Baja in 2005. Subaru head gasket problems are prevalent in 2006 in every model except for the Baja.

What year Subaru has timing chains?

What Kind of Timing System Does My Subaru Have? Since 2013, all Subaru engines have been equipped with timing chains rather than belts – except for the high-performance Subaru WRX and WRX STI. The WRX got one more year with a timing belt in 2014, and the WRX STI still uses a timing belt to this day.

What are the specs on a Subaru Forester?

Subaru A x shape. A chevron arrow pointing down. A chevron arrow pointing down. A chevron arrow pointing down. A camera. Four corners containing a plus sign. A car dashboard gauge. A car seat. Arrows indicating height and width measurement.

How big is the moonroof on a Subaru Forester?

Spying the magnificently expansive moonroof, which spans the length of the front and back rows, I predict that driving this car with the pint-sized gang should be fun. Right, I am! Viewing the golden leaf colors of fall in the foothills is a complete hit.

Where are the compartments in a Subaru Forester?

Additionally, there are driver/passenger side mesh pockets, a passenger side mesh nook near the front center of the car (perfect for an extra set of keys), a glove box, one mesh magazine (or coloring book) holder behind the passenger seat, and five small compartments in the cargo area (one of which also includes a power outlet).

Are there Latch connectors on a Subaru Forester?

It is all but impossible. Very possible and easy to get to, however, are the Latch connectors.