2004 Subaru Forester Pros and Cons at TrueDelta: Owner Pros and Cons by mccarthy.ac

Reliability & durability

Only one fairly minor problem in >4 years of ownership

Cargo capacity

roomy rear cargo area especially for pets, great for camping

Powertrain performance

overall good engine (rackety when cold), fair overall performance, good balance btwn performance and fuel economy.

Interior styling

Quality materials, simple pleasing interior design, not flashy.

Quietness

Wind noise, especially at highway speeds, is pronounced. Noisy over bumps.

Rear seat room & comfort

Tight rear seat for adults.

Materials & workmanship

After 50k miles, lots of ticks and clicks from dashboard panels and rear panels.