All-New Sixth-Generation Subaru Forester Now Open for Booking in Malaysia

2025/09/22
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Malaysia
Motor Image Malaysia has opened bookings for the sixth-generation Subaru Forester, with a nationwide preview starting 27 September. Built on the revised Subaru Global Platform, torsional rigidity rises 10 % while length and width grow to 4,656 mm and 1,829 mm; wheelbase stays at 2,670 mm. Design highlights include a larger grille, squared wheel arches and floating-roof graphics. The cabin adopts a portrait touchscreen integrating climate controls. Motivation comes from a 2.5-litre flat-four producing 185 PS and 247 Nm, paired with a Lineartronic CVT and Symmetrical AWD. EyeSight 4.0, 360-degree camera, eight airbags and power tailgate are standard; official pricing and launch date will follow shortly.
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