2023 Subaru Forester Sport Sapphire Blue Pearl 23FR3043

[@ryangrow3487]

Literally just drove the 2024 home today. Great looking car, especially the color combo! Thanks for the tour

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Congrats on your new Forester! Thanks for watching! Ask any time if you have questions.

[@cwilliamsphoto]

The blind spot monitoring light on the mirror is in the exact place that it should be. Some engineer had the same complaint about where they are typically located on most vehicles on the outer edge of the mirror itself. On my Palisade it's out of my peripheral vision and my focus area when I'm quickly glancing at a mirror. It simply does not catch my eye as well as it should. Subaru...two friggin thumbs up! It's the first thing you see as you're looking over and not the last.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Agreed! The BSD light on the mirror surface is silly placement and makes it hard to see if the sun is behind you or if there is any sort of bright light behind you shining in the mirror.

[@cwilliamsphoto]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist And by the way, FANTASTIC video going over all the small details in the interior. I'm in the market for a vehicle of this size and so far the Forester Sport is at the top of my list after having researched just about every other option in this class out there. Sure, there are more powerful and even more fancy available, but where the Subaru might lack in some areas it makes up for in functionality. Physical buttons everywhere! (Looking at you Kia, Hyundai and VW!) That really sold me putting this car at the top. I'm on the fence about going hybrid just yet for fear of future unknown costs, and while every company is trending that direction it's still hard to beat a very capable gas AWD vehicle that pushes past 30 MPG.

[@mike_ddd]

Thanks for a review! I like this new color (sapphire blue) a lot! :)

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Thanks for the comment, glad that you enjoyed it! The Blue is very striking!

[@michaelking42]

Excellent video Tyson, thank you.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Thank you for watching!

[@kellimalueg7182]

Thank you for this thorough video! 🙌

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Welcome!

[@lucky13laws]

AMAZING VERY DETAILED VIDEO!!!!!!!!!! Thank YOU 🙏 SOOOOO MUCH!!!!!! You did a GREAT 👍 GREAT 😊 JOB!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow 🤩 and also a gorgeous Sport Subaru in an amazing color!!!

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@ingenunis5003]

Looks GREAT👌🏼

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Agreed!

[@NomusaMagical]

New to Subaru (22 OBL) since 8/22. Love Forester has lighted buttons + lights in hatch area. Huge miss on my OBL.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Thanks for the comment! Your Outback should have a light in the cargo area, it's just inside of the "bump" in the headliner at the rear of the Outback.

[@NomusaMagical]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist I’ll have to ask dealer. I only have one dome light. Thanks much!

[@AmboyChamblis]

Looks great!

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

The Blue looks unreal on it!

[@alexanderbivolcic]

I am so excited to get my 23 Forrester! I am over in New York State, I don’t know what the allocation schedule is like but I hope it comes soon.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Fingers crossed that it comes soon for you!

[@ferronhudson2463]

Good review, love that color blue 🎉

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

The Blue is gorgeous! I wish it was on more Foresters than just the Sport.

[@hannahmontana9684]

Very nice color.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

I really like it! The new 2024 Crosstrek is supposed to come in the same color!

[@TheQmoney60]

Looks exactly like the 2020, it’s the blue that makes the difference 😮

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

The front end is different than the 2020, but very similar, other than that, and the other updates they got in 2021.

[@ac89328]

If possible can you make a side by side video for comparison with the Dark Blue Pearl?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

If I ever have the two colors on the lot together, I will.

[@branch916]

Excellent video❤Can I know does the sport 2023 comes with the all season floor mat?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Only the Wilderness comes with the all weather mats from factory.

[@frankkirschner]

Mine did. It may have been an included option.

[@NomusaMagical]

I also much prefer Forester’s smaller infotainment screen vs my 22 OBL.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

I know quite a few people that prefer the smaller screen with the analog dials.

[@kippywylie]

This is the primary reason I'm looking at Forrester vs the silly huge infotainment sold with the Outback 2023

[@NomusaMagical]

@@kippywylie I hear u! Honestly, size isn’t only concern. Basic, frequent tasks shouldn’t be buried deep into non-intuitive infotainment menus. And .. off topic .. physical buttons like trunk release + screen brightness don’t light up. Also, 22 OBL DOESN’T have cargo area light + dome light is very dim. Otherwise, it’s my first. I love it + keep learning from YT vids.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@kippywylie I do like the screen size of the Forester and the physical dials of the Forester - it's what I'm used to. The touch screen is a fairly easy adjustment, though - according to the majority of my clients.

[@Gili1973]

Hello from Israel. I own the 22 Forester Sport With dark blue pearl color. The Sapphire blue is a very nice color! I wished they had it here in Israel in 22.... Anyway It is A Great Car! LOVE IT! Thanks for the great video!

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Thanks for the comment! Glad that you're enjoying yours!

[@charles4030]

Is the Canadian version different from the US version? For example like a heated steering wheel and dual zone climate control. Any other differences?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

It is different, but I don't know all of the differences as I've never been in a USA spec Subarus.

[@TheRealCobraBurnout]

Nice Color

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Agreed!

[@bigmo9044]

Looking at used Foresters - 2019-2021 or 22. Was there any changes in those years that would make one better than others? Thanks

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

2021+ Touring gets a larger screen + heated steering wheel. Refreshed front end in 2022+.

[@TheOfficerBell]

Damn, can we talk about the Baja in the background

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

It was a 2005 with 182,000 miles on it.

[@TheOfficerBell]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist I wish they’d bring it back! Would be awesome.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@TheOfficerBell It would be very cool! It would appeal to a very niche market, but would be nice to have that sort of selection since things like the Hyundai Santacruz and Ford Maverick exist.

[@TheOfficerBell]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist Subaru Baja Wilderness!!! Take my money

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@TheOfficerBell I think that it would be a super cool vehicle! Just need someone to take the plunge and modify an Outback Wilderness into the Baja and for it to catch on.

[@Doc1855]

The StarTex interior, my dad had in his 1972 Opel GT, but back then it was called VINYL.

[@markup3206]

Can you get the upgraded Harman Cardon sound system in the 2023 Forester Sport edition like in the US?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

You cannot. There are not audio upgrades/accessories available from Subaru for the Forester.

[@markup3206]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist Thanks for the information. Like your presentations.👍

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@markup3206 Very welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@frankkirschner]

​@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist Is that a Canada thing? My US 2023 Forester sport has the HK speakers.

[@markup3206]

@@frankkirschner It seems we don’t have the same packages up here in Canada like you have in the States.

[@alonhergenhan2231]

Hmmn mine is exactly the same but I do not recall seeing the led Drls going around on all three sides, my drl bar only runs across the top , above the headlight ,..hmmmn. mine is 23, sport and even same color

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

I don't know what to tell you, that's how all of ours have come from factory.

[@alonhergenhan2231]

@Tyson Remmelg I figured it out, I thought I was losing my mind.. then realized your in Canada, that's why the DRLs are different.. ah mystery solved .

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@alonhergenhan2231 it can cause quite a bit of confusion, haha!

[@forza388]

tyson would you be able to ship a vehicle to Ontario? because no one in Ontario has any vehicles in stock.thanks

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

We don't typically sell outside of our trading area right now - we have a very limited amount of vehicles and we have to look after our local clientele first.

[@LicPlate8VPL158]

i cry myself to sleep every night knowing I will never be able to get a nice car like that. Im stuck with the 2021 crosstrek base :/

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

The 2021 Convenience Crosstrek is a very nice vehicle!

[@Ivandrago89]

When I buy a normal Forester, I will wanna buy and install the underbody engine and rear differential skid plate. Is that possible Tyson?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Yes, totally possible, once the skids are available as an accessory again. I believe that you can still get the rear diff skid at the moment now.

[@Ivandrago89]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist merci

[@artv4016]

hey bro. im using Honda Sport 2021 but will change to Subaru Sport in a few weeks (God willing) has info on oil percentages so you know how many percentages you have till the next change oil service, was that also on the info gauge?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Subaru does not use an oil life percentage Guage, they base servi e intervals by time/kms.

[@artv4016]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist ok got it. will be my first time for the Subaru brand... thanks a lot. appreciate your kind info. 👏

[@MichiganTrailz]

I just got my 2023 Subaru Sport yesterday with the OP 24 package. Shouldn't my vehicle have the heated steering wheel?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

We don't have packages on the Subarus in Canada, they just come "one way" and can be accessorized at the dealership. You should reach out to your salesperson for clarification on what should be in the package.

[@mikemills4608]

I've noticed the Sport model in Canada has heated wheel, but Sport in US does not. Conversely, the OP package 24 for the Sport in the US includes the Harman Kardon system, but not available in Canada.

[@amybooe187]

That looks more like 2022 dark blue pearl. How do the 2 compare?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Dark blue pearl is the same on both the 2022's and 2023's. Same paint code and everything.

[@_axp]

Whats the camera in the front grill for?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

There is no camera in the front grille on the Sport. But a front camera is for parking or navigating tight areas.

[@Snafu2346]

I'm pondering between a few cars, but Subaru is on my short list. However, Subaru has its own list as I'm considering between the Forester Wilderness/Sport, or maybe even the recently announced CrossTrek Wilderness just today on April 5. I really like the added utility of the Wilderness, but not keen on the 5 mpg drop from the Wilderness. I wonder if the Sport would be enough, and it probably is and will save money in the process. But I also tow a little, a motorcycle maybe 2 motorcycles, and try to stay within the 80/20 rule for towing, as the trailer would be 800lbs, and 1 bike would be 400lbs. 2 bikes 800lbs. I could probably get away with 1 bike but not 2 on the Sport. But I've seen the Wilderness can tow 3000lbs while the Crosstrek Wilderness can tow 3500lbs. But the Sport is also considerably less than the Wilderness. I dont know, there are some things I need, some I don't. I do actually prefer the most all terrain oriented wheels and tires from the Wilderness than on the sport. I would rather have more cushioning for the rougher roads. I don't tow often, I want to know I can if I need to.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

If you're only occasionally going to be towing and fuel economy is important to you, the Sport is likely the way to go. You can always upgrade the tires, or try to trade with another Subaru Forester owner for their 17's. Or, if you're concerned about towing capacity while still holding great economy - an Outback might suit your needs.

[@mickeybrumfield764]

Cameras are so inexpensive would like to see them put a front camera on the sport trim can really be helpful when off road.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

The Sport isn't what I'd consider an "offroad" oriented trim level, that's why they put the front view Camera on the Wilderness Forester. The Sport Forester is supposed to be more of a pavement focused vehicle, even with its offroad abilities.

[@mickeybrumfield764]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist They did offer extra off road functionality in X Mode for the Sport Trim, just thought it might be go nicely with that extra functionality to have the front camera also, would actually like to see the the front camera on all trims.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@mickey brumfield extra offroad ability, in the form of Xmode, doesn't make it an offroad vehicle - the Limited and Premier trim levels have dual-function xmode, but that is not their focus. I agree, it would be nice to have a front camera on all vehicles, I'd like to see the 360° camera on all of the Subaru lineup.

[@mikeeslinger4879]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialistere in the states, I don’t believe the Premier has dual X-mode, just single X-mode. I actually have a ‘22 Forester Wilderness and I’m looking to trade - probably to the Sport (because I can get the premium stereo and dual X-mode just like the Wilderness but get better gas mileage). I plan on lifting the Sport and adding bigger, more aggressive tires as well.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@Mike Eslinger that's very interesting - just the base and the Touring model in Canada have single xmode. Just something to consider, are you going to get that much better economy after you lift the Sport and throw bigger, presumably heavier, tires on it? Stock, there's about 1mpg difference un the city and on the highway there is a 5mpg difference.

[@jtraveny]

is it only the canadian model of subaru forester that does the camera cleaner?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

I couldn't tell you, I've never been in any other newer Forester.

[@keithstone7323]

Can the auto engine off be disabled permanently or off by default? I have a 2020 Forester and my only gripe is I have disable the auto engine off every time I start it.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

It defaults to "on" in Subarus and must be disabled each time you cycle the ignition. Unless you purchase something like an "Auto Stop Eliminator."

[@michaelcomley8743]

I’ve watched a ton of Subaru sport videos for the 2023 and no one talks about the the warning lights head up you see in the windscreen

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

I don't talk about the LED Heads Up Display in the Forester because they're not equipped with it here in Canada. It's on the Ascents, Outbacks and Legacy's, though. Maybe that's just a USA thing?

[@michaelcomley8743]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist ahhhh ok, I’m in Australia and our Subarus foresters are a little different

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@Michael Comley gotcha! I don't see much about the Aussie Spec Subarus, it's cool that you guys get the LED HUD over there in the Forester!

[@joekenceljr.6634]

Thought the sport didn’t have the option for a heated steering wheel

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

In Canada it does!

[@joekenceljr.6634]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist go figure lol

[@SivajiRaju]

Does this car has power adjustable passenger seat

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

It does not

[@jameslindo9047]

Nextime

[@shawnsmith3894]

I have the exact same car but NO HEATED STEERING wheel button.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

That's a shame

[@jameslindo9047]

Preice Oftheforrstrsport 16:40

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

It's already sold

[@ischotty3611]

What package includes the heated steering wheel

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Touring model and up

[@ischotty3611]

But there's one on that sport In the video?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@ischotty3611 Yes, the Sport is above the Touring model.

[@ischotty3611]

above a touring? I thought it went base, premium, sport, & then Touring? Anyway I've never seen a sport with heated steering wheel? I'd love to order one.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@ischotty3611 I'm in Canada where the trim levels are different than in the USA. Touring is our "middle of the road" trim level.

[@captainkangaroo4301]

The rear seats recline about 4 inches. Much like an airplane seat. What’s the point.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

4 inches can be the difference between comfort and discomfort.

[@gregschell1094]

Too bad the Sapphire Blue Pearl is not available in the Limited Trim or even on the Outback or Ascent.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Agreed! I'd like to see it on all of the trims. I'd rather it replace the horizon blue pearl.

[@kathysmith4026]

Cost for exact model in US? Thanks

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

You'd have to ask someone in the USA for that.

[@TheKauaiboyz51]

not having an available turbo in the forrester made me go with the turbo’d hyundai santa fe

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

A Santa Fe isn't directly comparable to a Forester, they're closer to an Outback.

[@TheKauaiboyz51]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist i know that but i wanted a forrester and settled with a santa fe. i dont care for the looks of the outback

[@Simplicity1207]

Are these subaru made from canada?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Subarus are produced in Japan and the USA.

[@Simplicity1207]

I was assuming its from canada because i just bought mine excatly like that in crystal white but my drl light is totally different from the video.this car has surround drl mine dont :/

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@Simplicity1207 it's a Canadian model, but built in Japan.

[@garymason7517]

How do you sell without a tow hitch. Outback’s and Foresters should have a hitch.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

We sell them without a hitch all the time, I'd say that 5/100 people want a hitch installed on their Forester and Outback. It would be great if they came with the hitch from the factory, but a minority of people want them, so it doesn't necessarily make sense to do it from a manufacturer standpoint. I don't believe that many (possibly any) direct Forester or Outback competitors come with a hitch from factory as standard equipment. Please correct me if I'm wrong on that.

[@danielbeard7902]

Nice ride... the accent colors are a bit too much for me, but to each their own.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

That's totally fair. Not every color combo is for everyone. It is far less intense than the previous model year Forester was.

[@chrisdsx5]

The 2024 does not have a CD player :( huge disappointment, otherwise I am loving it!

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Yeah, they must have run out of CD players and didn't want another full order of them with the redesign Forester coming out later this year.

[@Skoora]

If only it actually WAS sporty...lol

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

[@Skoora]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist I’m talking about performance, not aesthetics.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@Skoora same thing applies. Performance is relative. It's not a prosche 911, that's for sure, but there are lots of vehicles that are less nimble and less fun to drive than the Forster.

[@Skoora]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist Performance is actually relative when you have other trims in the model to compare to. Just the typical nonsense where a vehicle is named a sport trim and get’s cosmetic differences only with no added performance.

[@vaughanosgan2623]

No XT aint buyin

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Not having an XT option in the Forester hasn't seemed to hurt its sales. Lots of people move to the Outback if they're chasing the XT option.

[@justinbryant6676]

Shame it has a trash transmission, wonder what they'll do when they're no longer manufactured?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

I highly doubt that they'll stop making CVT's, lots of brands have embraced it and are continuing to produce them.

[@Moondoggy1941]

1:11 I do not like the rims, I have never been a fan of black rims, they just look to small.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

To each their own. I'd rather have the smallest rim available and the largest amount of tire/rubber, but that's not for everyone.

[@Moondoggy1941]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist Yeah if you have really bad pot holes,

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@Moondoggy1941 I'd prefer it, even if I lived in a city with good roads, but I'm also into 4x4ing and going off the beaten path. I think giant rims look silly in general, but especially when people put them on trucks with low-profile mud terrain tires. Like I said, "to each their own," and I meant it. You're allowed to not like black rims because they always look smaller, and I'm allowed to have a differing opinion - neither of us is right, neither of us is wrong.

[@Moondoggy1941]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist Very true

[@seanchang5372]

Crazy that they put that weak engine in this car. It needs a turbo or more capable engine imo.

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

182hp is fairly par for the course in the same category. I'd love to see a turbo back in the Forester, but I'd say that it's far from weak.

[@seanchang5372]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist yea I guess my comment was more towards the class than forester itself. The 2023 models of non turbo outback, forester, CRV, CX-50(non turbo) all have under 200HP yet are advertised as adventure cars(which for many meaning mountains and towing)

[@Doc1855]

Only 5% of Forester owners bought the XT. That’s why Subaru dropped it. The 2.5L is adequate. It does just fine in my Touring. We live in a very mountainous area of north central WA state and it will scoot when needed.

[@SalsahilangdiRoblox]

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[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

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[@Doc1855]

Another dark depressing color 🤮

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

I guess that color is subjective, but I would say that the Sapphire Blue is far from dark and depressing.

[@Doc1855]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist Not in the cloudy PNW

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

@@Doc1855 I'll have to take your word for it. I don't find it depressing when it's dark and dreary here. It's not bright yellow, but it's far from depressing.

[@Doc1855]

@@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist Perhaps it’s because of my vision issues. My wife chose the Cinnamon Brown for her Outback. I wanted her to get the Crimson Red, but she likes the dark brown 🤮 and it’s her car and I bought it for her 50th birthday. My Forester is Sephia Bronze with saddle brown interior. Her interior is Ivory. I would have preferred a white, crimson red, green or brilliant bronze myself, but my Forester was a Certified Subaru with only 4,700 miles and Carter Subaru in Shoreline, WA gave me an awesome deal on it. My Forester will probably be the last car I’ll ever need to buy

[@Sunnyc432]

Does forester has wireless Apple carplay?

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

It does not

[@vladkrementcov8709]

You can say normal, are you chicken kokoko

[@TysonTheSubaruSpecialist]

Can I?