2002 Subaru Forester

Subarus compact SUV gets a standard retractable cargo-area cover and two new option packages for 02. Forester basically puts a tall wagon body on the platform used by the 1993-2001-generation Subaru Impreza subcompact car. Base L and uplevel S models are offered. Both have a horizontally opposed 4-cyl engine, manual or automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive without low-range gearing. Standard are ABS, air conditioning, and power windows/locks/ mirrors. The S model adds 4-wheel disc brakes, heated seats, heated mirrors, and intermittent wipers with deicers. Leather upholstery is optional on both models. Replacing last years S Premium model is the OV Premium Package option. It adds front side airbags, sunroof, and unique alloy wheels to the S. The new OK Package includes the OV equipment plus leather upholstery.