Subaru joined the 'soft-roader' SUV club in 1997 when it used the platform of its famous Impreza small car as the basis for the Forester.
The model has become the Japanese brand's most popular model in Australia, as well as being one of the country's favourite SUVs.
Currently into its fourth generation, an all-new Forester has been unveiled and is due in late 2018.
Pros
Cons
Fantastic all-round visibility
Clever Eyesight safety tech on more recent models
Ride comfort consistently good across generations
Permanent all-wheel drive (most rivals use a part-time AWD system)
Servicing costs higher than average and limited capped-price program
Full-size spare reduces boot space
Cabin design lacks flair and premium feel
For light-duty off-roading only
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.