Why is the ALL NEW 2019 Subaru Forester an UPGRADE? - Raiti's Rides
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- The 2019 Subaru Forester is here and it has been totally redesigned. The Forester now rides on Subaru's Global Platform and features an updated 2.5L flat-four engine that is mated to a CVT transmission. It also has totally revamped exterior and interior. All models come standard with Subaru's Eye Sight technology. Find out if Subaru got it done with the risky job of restyling an icon.
I bought one a few days ago and absolutely love it! It’s the perfect vehicle for me. Great review 👍🏼
Congrats Charlie! I m so glad to hear that! I really appreciate your input!
On 12/11/22 I bought my 2019 Forester Touring with only 4,700 miles.
It’s a Certified Subaru.
The previous owner had Michelin Cross Climate tires put on. They’re Awesome in the snow, ice, mud, wet and dry roads.
We get 5-6 feet of snow every winter and they’re great on our snow covered roads up here in the mtns where we live.
Just got mine last Thursday. Dark Grey Metallic. Awesome car. Performance on the new 2.5L in S mode is great!
The Forester comes with the new 2.5L motor on all models not a 2.4L
Thank you so much for sharing your personal experience with the car!
Thank you so much for the correction! I tripped over my thoughts because I recently did a review of the Ascent. I appreciate you taking the time to comment!
Got a 2019 Sport Forester. Huge upgrade from the 2018. It’s crazy how many options come with it at a $30k price tag.
Congrats on your new Forster! I actually have a review of the sport coming shortly! What color did you get?
Nice! How do you like it so far? I’m more than likely getting one this month (December 2018) but I am a tad worried about the cvt transmission. Can you share your thoughts on it so far?
@@stevek46 stop worrying, its a great transmission!
@@robbflynn4325 ok thanks! you might have a point....can't wait to take delivery!
Hey joe it’s a direct injected 2.5 liter not a 2.4 the 2.4 is in the accent
Thank you so much for that input! I totally tripped over my thoughts!
Raiti's Rides your response is so refreshing and humble, something many are lacking these days. Awesome video, great info for me as I’m not familiar with the brand and looking to purchase soon. Thank you!
The tail lights are nice, BUT get rid of the turn and reverse white/clear/ chrome part of the taillights and just keep the red lense portion of the tail light and throw those tail lights on the 2020 sti
Thank you so much for sharing some really great points! I appreciate you watching!
I finally figured out why you like AWD Subaru's so much Joe. It's because you have so much in common with them. YOU are always in AWD. lol Keep those wheels of your spinning. Excellent video.
Thank you for saying that Peter! I really appreciate your time and dedication!
Subarus attention to detail is astonishing! People really don't give them enough credit with what they're doing nowadays. It isn't flashy and in your face, but once you start noticing all the minor details it just adds up! Sucks to see the turbo version axed but they just weren't selling. Everyone is gonna bitch and moan about it but probably wouldn't bother to buy one or to tell other people to get the turbo version over the N/A for so and so reasons. Great video as always!
Thank you for sharing your awesome input! You hit some great points and as always I really appreciate compliments!
He liked it so much I was almost expecting him to dry hump the rear bumper.
I liked it but not that much! I just have a passion for cars and I love sharing it with everyone! Now if it was a Shelby GT350 I might be dry humping it! Thank you for watching!
@@RaitisRides And thank you for the informative review... partly because of this vid I signed the contract and mine is on it's way..can't wait! Thanks again.
Had a Forester, it was a good car 2010 Head gasket went. So much for fixing THAT problem. Got a 2016 Outback. I wouldnt go back to the Forester now. Its basically the same car, just much more room.
I really love the Outback over the Forester! Great choice! What color is your Outback!
Excellent video! I love the Forester and would much rather have this 2.4 flat-four engine over a turbo engine any day of the week. Also thank you for showing us the cargo area and how easily the rear seats fold down.
You are so very welcome! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch!
I'm really surprised that the Premium trim dosnt come with fog lights ....almost every other Subaru model with premium trim come with fog lights....my 2018 outback premium has the fog lights.....
I totally agree with you!
Yes more base models too please
Great review joe and tom!!
Thank you for the love! We really appreciate your support!
they should have included dual zone ac that would be nice for a premium
That would of been a nice touch!
The Limited has that.
Come on Subaru, for almost 30,000 for a premium you think you could add fog lights?? Great car, but don’t be cheap.
Trust me I totally get where you are coming from!
Yeah just bought one traded my 18 in and didn’t notice my wife’s 19 didn’t have fog lights I got the premium option 15 and when we realized they this one didn’t one have garage opener remote or anti glare auto dining mirrors or fog lights we had to order all that to have out on the newer one that was supposed to have more options than our 18 premium man they got me I should have paid more attention I guess
You showed the heated seats. Does the Premium level come with the other "all weather" features such as windshield washer de-ice and most important heated mirrors.
Yes it does David! Thanks for asking!
I just brought a brand new 2019 Subaru Forester Premium Bronze color, I got mine for 25k, I love this car, the sport version was 34k but not to much different in features and trim, didn't see the touring version, it's so comfortable ideal for long journeys, we brought it due to our lifestyle as on our days off vacation we love road trips, camping, photography, exploring.
From reviews I've seen in regards to CVT transmission were not good But I'll put some trust into Subaru and hopefully they got it right this time.
Subaru have had a few years to perfect it's CVT as they always push their vehicles to the limit as lite offroad and Rally cars "I hope Subaru don't let possum bourne's legacy die".
Hi Henry! Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out and share your experience with me! Thanks for watching!
I was considering the 2019 Forester in the sport or limited trim but after reviewing the owner complaints at carcomplaints.com, I'm not sure anymore. The 2019 Forester is plagued with a myriad of complaints and issues. I like to hear from actual owners of any complaints or issues, please share.
Thanks for sharing that info.
It’s actually a 2.5L naturally aspirated engine.
The 2020 and newer Outback turbo has the 2.4L turbo producing 260hp.
The 2.5L in the 19 Forester and the 2020 and newer Outback has 182hp.
The 19 and older 2.5L in the Outback has 175hp.
I like ... I like ... din't hear anything you do not like with this car! Perfect?
BTW: Question for Autonomous Emergency Braking and Adaptive Cruise Control - What are the operating speed range for these two system?
This Forester isn't perfect but Subaru keeps moving in the right direction!
I know you can set it at 55mph.
love this car
Thank you so much for watching and sharing your input!
.... I really like the headlight housing... duh
I am glad that you do! Thank you so much for watching!
Got one of these, same model and color, loving it!
I am so glad to hear! Thanks for watching!
Great review, liking the looks of the new gen Forester....not as geeky looking 🤓 kinda interested in seeing the sport model 👍🏻
Thank you so much for the compliment! I really think you hit the nail on the head!
If you don't ad any dealer accessories, you should be able to get the Premium for around $26,000 out the door.
This is very true! Thank you so much for sharing!
Unless you don't want the moonroof. Than you can get 2.5i and get it for even less
Great car !
The Subaru Forester is such an icon!
We have a 2012 Outback and a 2015.Legacy with CVTs and have never had an issue. Both cars have never needed service. Well, I did have a bizarre battery failure on the Legacy ..but they replaced that for free even thought the car was a few years old.
Thank you so much for sharing your personal experience! I appreciate you taking the time to watch!
BTW...I liked the video. I like the fact that you reviewed one of the lower trim levels. We never buy the top trim levels.
That is really awesome of you to say! It's nice to get the whole spectrum!
Was it the canceled turbo that was having all the problems with blown head gaskets?
No it was both. Thanks for watching!
oops, should have been DRL's (daytime running lights), not DLR.
No problem! I am going to get that done for you!
Lots of foresters on the road here... lots
They do sell very well!
Be honest is this look ugly ?
It looks like a Forester. Would I get one.....no.
On your video description it says that it has a 2.4 engine.....its actually a 2.5 engine.....so yea man what the heck, dont let it happen again. Jk....but seriously man I love your videos!!!
Thanks for having my backE I really appreciate it!
I like Forester except the taillights, looks like 2 giant extracted teeth and some of the buttons they recycled from the last gen for the interior. Other than that, it’s a fine SUV, maybe a little more power, say 200 to 215hp like the new RAV4.
I totally agree with you!
Thank you for the review. Please test drive next time
You are so very welcome! I will do!
I wish you had talked about the DLR's on this Premium model. Are they the neat c-shaped white LED's, same as on the Limited? Or are they just an amber lamp somewhere inside the headlamp area (like on the base 2.5i model)?
Sorry about that! I will get my hands on another Forester for you!
I still own my 04 Subaru Forester XT 5 speed, short of the JDM versions, arguably the best year model of all Foresters. Mine is mint, mildly tuned, a few STI bits added and less than 80k miles and I won't sell it, will always be a my toy. I'm sure this new Forester will be more pleasant to drive but I'll guarantee one thing it won't be as fun as mine and that CVT and leaky FB motor, nah.
I totally agree with you! You really do have a keeper!
The only downside to the premium is the sound system
What are you going to do with heated seats in Florida ?
Good question
so this guy likes everything about the car, just like a salesman lol
Uhm, watch some of my other car reviews. I am not a salesperson I am just sharing my love of cars with others. Subaru did step it up from the previous generation when it comes to the interior an what not. The big ZONK from be is they killed off the XT model!
He's a race car driver..I trust him..Wife bought two subaru'S. For her and daughter...crosstreks...you can believe this guy....shout out to Tom..."lift"
The Foresters are big over here, being legal turbo drives for young restricted license holders.
One group is named FOZMANIA.
That is so very cool!
Just Bought a 2019 Subaru Forester premium package 15 for 30k out the door tax doc plates with a dim mirror in New Jersey couldn’t find a dealer that gave me that deal in Nyc went to Old Bridge Ask for Dean👍🇺🇸😀
Congrats Peter!
great vid
Thank you so much for saying that and for watching!
Subaru Looks Nice-Have you done the 2019 Dodge Challenger & Dodge Demon?
Not 2019s yet, but I have done 2018s.
I'd like to see your review on those 2018s
I already did a 2018 Subaru Forester XT.
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Glad I bought my 2018 Limited. Not much difference between years, but prices have gone way up for 2019.
That is so very true! What color is your Forester?
Raiti's Rides Silver!
One of the best colors! Well done!
2019 is way different with the global platform. Lots of changes you don't see.
Good thing:
unmatched AWD performance-The best in the market.
Great visibility and big windows.
Awesome handling.
Bad thing:
CVT is susceptible to failure ( no stick shift )
No turbo available
Verdict:
Buy it only if you are prepared to spend big bugs on cvt repairs
Is this one have a manual transmission?
I always thought it was a 2.5
Yeah, the lack of a simple passenger seat height lever is also great...
I totally agree with you!
They look nice, but it sucks that they no longer offer the Turbo option. Guess I won't be buying a new Forester... :/
Yeah I couldn't believe it when I heard it.
Raiti's Rides I believe it. they charging the same for the inferior sports model
Got a 2015 Forester. Hope Subaru has fixed the problem with the CVT on the new SUV's
Gingers crossed, so do I!
Maybe you need a cvt oil change. My Dad has a 2015 2.5i and has never had a issue with his transmission. He just does regular maintenance. He just change his cvt oil and said it made a whole of difference. Felt like a brand new vehicle.
Not a bad car, but I would prefer outback
I was waiting for him to say something about the lobster claw tail lights
I don't mind them too much.
Not the greatest review, please do some more research on the cars before misleading potential buyers. Also some video editing couldn’t hurt. Good luck
Thanks for watching!
Does it have auto headlights on base trim ?
My 2018 Forester seat is too soft and no lateral support. Looking forward to jumping in one.
Check one out! Thanks for watching!
Trying one this weekend. Only two dislikes on the 2018 are the seats, and the steering. If that is better in the 2019, I will pick up another. Nothing drives like them in snow, and nothing more practical.
So very true! Have your tested an Outback?
@@RaitisRides No, I assumed the seats would be the same. For the money, the Forester is the better buy.
Ugly is the new beautiful
I think for sum by looking "different" it is beautiful! Beauty is in the eye of the beholder!
The wife has her eyes on the 19 Sport, so we'll definitely check out this review!!
Very cool! Please let her know that I have a review of the 2019 Sport coming to the channel next week!
@@RaitisRides Well that escalated quickly.....LOL Test drove one last Saturday. Went back this past Saturday to discuss $$ and possible lease buyout of her 16 Crosstrek. Drove home with the wife's 2019 Crystal White Pearl Sport! Lovin' it and still looking forward to the review.
This one is called "The Commuter" and it has Sirius XM Radio
That is spot on!
This trim is 1 level above the base right? Thanks.
Yes it is!
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No XT 2.0 Turbo, no thank you.
It really is ridiculous!
You wouldn't put a turbo in if is was your company as well they just weren't selling in comparison to non turbo versions.
DrWeeWe Such a predictably tired complaint. If everyone who complained about the lack of turbo bought the XT, Subaru would still be making them. Time to move on.
DrWeeWe Subaru plan worked never any XT on the lot. axe the XT and replace it with a inferior sport model for the same price......
Drew Bee
Lack of turbo sales is becoz of more price for turbos. Nothing else. Even v6 versions always sell less with any company when they have 4 cyl along with 6 cyl
For $30k I rather get the outback
Same here!
Get in, start engine and gun it several times? Ouch! Painful to watch...assuming it's a cold start. If the engine is already at operating temps, please disregard my contempt.
The video is not filmed in the sequence you are watching it in!
Bought the 2019 Sport last month. Great vehicle. Test drove the 2018 Forester as well. The difference was huge overall the ride quality was more refined on the 2019 and less road noise.
Subaru really upped their game with the 2019 Forester! Thank you for sharing your personal experience!
Subaru's rims are horrific except for the WRX and XV
Yeah these are very basic.
Did they not let you drive it?
Not this one, but I have one coming soon!
Nice CX-5 you got there...
I see what you did there! Thank you for watching!
Can you do the 2019 Buick Envision SUV Crossover?
That might be a problem I am not connected with a Buick dealership, but I will see what I can do!
Subaru is how BMW should be. Fast fun and reliable. So Subaru is the new BMW.
I totally agree with you! Thank you so much for watching!
nah it should be mazda
BMW is BMW
what a bla interior? No epoxy steering wheel, is this an SUV? What tow package? tow capacity? V8 option? Saddle interior? The wheels look good.
Yeah Subaru Foresters are not for everyone. Tow capacity is only 1,500 lbs.
Sir why not review a Devel Sixteen
I need to track one down! Then you know I will be all over it!
Raiti's Rides do you know what it is?
Raiti's Rides its an actual car
I have seen pics of it!
Oh I know, I just have never seen one in person.
Anything you don't like?
I don't really liked the wheels and I hate that there is no XT option!
Raiti's Rides ok well, let’s stick to the car for the moment - anything you don’t like about the car itself? Maybe not mention something that wasn’t there to begin with?
I was considering it but the cvt is a no for me. There are unreliable .
I can totally understand where you are coming from!
@@RaitisRides are you gonna review the 2019 Toyota rav4?
Oh you better believe it! Stay tuned!
Your English is worse than the transmission.
@@ofcbob6391 go fuck yourself. How's that english?
The interior def a big change from the past dull interior of the Forester.
IMO i not digging the silver look of the rims. Prob a bit more gloss black to mask the potential brake dust build up.
Interesting the US model gets the bigger 2.4L engine.
Asia and the rest of the world is getting the 2.0 FB20 engine. No turbo model for the Forester is a big zonk to me.
Maybe a variant with the 1.6L Turbo unit from the Levorg would make up for the 2.5L unit in the past Forester.
Thank you for always taking the time to comment! I really appreciate your support and dedication over this past year!
Can't wait to see the Sport model Joe!
Oh get ready I just filmed it yesterday!
y nothing sporty about it
i like, i like, i like.......jeez..... how much they gave to this guy.
I am just sharing my passion for cars and trucks with others. This Forester has many features that are great over the outgoing one!
did it fart? 6:43
2018 forester xt or the 2019?
Nice video joe raiti
Thank you Jose! Thursday is your Lamborghini day!
@@RaitisRides ok thank you
I am hoping you will like it!
What’s Not To Like?
I don’t like that if you would rather not have a moonroof, your only choice is the base model. And if you would rather not have Auto Stop Start turned on by default, every time you start the vehicle, your choices are-nothing at all. Shutting down the engine every time you come to a stop will save about as much fuel as Subaru’s short-lived joke of a hybrid electric experiment, i.e. Bupkas.
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!
I love Subaru hawk eye language design with their cars looks so good nd the light is super bright Makes it so much better but the end tailights needs to get redesign looks horrible like what’s up with everyone doing the same style looks horrible old gen looks better
So much plastic
Thank you for sharing you input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!