The Subaru Forester GT Edition has now
been launched in Malaysia at RM 177,788, or RM 8,000 more than the 2.0i-S
EyeSight. This follows its launch in neighbouring Singapore in January. This
makes it the second GT Edition model to join the Malaysian market after the XV
GT Edition, which arrived in Malaysia last May.
Based on the top 2.0i-S ES variant, the GT
Edition is similarly powered by the FB20 2.0 litre, naturally aspirated
boxer-four cylinder petrol engine, which produces 156 PS at 6,000 rpm and 196
Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm, mated to a Lineartronic CVT and the automaker’s
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system.
Also included in the drivetrain feature
set is the Special X-Mode selector, to enable easier switching between
Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes. Setting the GT Edition apart from its
stablemates is its aero kit, which is comprised of a front bumper lip
extension, side skirts, a roof spoiler and a rear bumper lip extension. The
Forester GT Edition also gets its own alloy wheel design measuring 18 inches in
diameter, while inside, the all-wheel-drive SUV gets GT Edition-specific
leather upholstery.
The 2.0i-S ES that forms the basis of this
GT Edition comes with the EyeSight suite of driver assistance systems,
including Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management, Lane Sway and
Departure Warning, as well as Adaptive Cruise Control and Lead Vehicle Start
Alert. Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, a Side View Monitor and a
Blind-Spot Detection system are also included.
In terms of conveniences inside, the
Forester GT Edition receives an eight-inch Display Audio system that enables
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay mobile device connectivity, while a Superview
Around Recognition 360 (360-degree view monitor system) offers visual help when
driving in tight spaces.
The Subaru Forester GT Edition is offered
in a choice of seven colours – Crystal White Pearl, Ice Silver Metallic, Jasper
Green Metallic, Horizon Blue Pearl, Sepia Bronze Metallic, Dark Grey Metallic
and Crystal Black Silica.
