2019 Subaru Forester e-Boxer

The 2019 Subaru Forester e-Boxer (SK Generation) marks the introduction of Subaru's first electrified mild-hybrid powertrain for its popular compact crossover. Built on the rigid Subaru Global Platform (SGP), the e-Boxer variant blends rugged utility with improved urban efficiency. Visually distinguished by subtle "e-Boxer" badging, blue-accented LED headlight graphics, a commanding hexagonal front grille, rugged body cladding, and prominent roof rails, the SK-series Forester offers an elevated driving position and exceptional all-around visibility. Trim lines span from the entry-level Comfort / Touring to the heavily equipped Premium, Sport, and Advance / X-Break specifications. Under the bonnet, the e-Boxer system pairs a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated FB20 direct-injection horizontally opposed 4-cylinder Boxer engine ($150\text{ PS} / 194\text{ Nm}$) with a compact, permanently magnetized electric motor integrated directly into the transmission housing, powered by a 110-volt lithium-ion battery pack. The electric motor supplies an auxiliary 16.7 PS (12 kW) and 66 Nm of torque to assist the petrol engine during low-speed crawling and acceleration, enabling brief electric-only (EV) driving under light loads. Power is managed by a Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) and distributed permanently via Subaru’s legendary Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system equipped with dual-mode X-MODE for enhanced off-road and slippery-surface traction. Inside, the cabin features improved ergonomics, soft-touch materials, a high-resolution central touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone automatic climate control, spacious rear legroom facilitated by a longer wheelbase, and an innovative Driver Monitoring System (DMS) that uses facial recognition to check for driver fatigue or distraction while automatically adjusting seat and mirror preferences.