The 2008 Subaru Forester, part of the second generation of the Forester line, is an AWD compact SUV that is both versatile and comfortable. It comes with a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine that outputs 173 horsepower and has the choices of a four-speed automatic or a five-speed manual transmission. The Forester is available in two trims: 2.5X and 2.5XT. The standard 2.5X offers key features such as full power accessories, keyless entry, and cruise control, while 2.5XT adds features like a sunroof, heated front seats, and automatic climate control. For driver safety, it comes with antilock brakes, front-seat side airbags and full-length curtain-type airbags. The Forester is recognized for its excellent visibility, perfect crash test scores, and impressive off-road capability.