Small SUVs serve the purpose of carrying people around town and fulfilling errands during the weekdays, then bounce through the country and hunker down on weekends. The 2009 Subaru Forester delivers this and more without hesitating.

The third generation of the Forester isn’t a wagon like past models; it’s all SUV. It is a five-door hatchback with cool restyling, as well as updated chassis and suspension. It has an appearance more like a truck.

The cabin of the Forester features clean lines. It is comfortable with secure seating, and a gauge cluster that is first rate. This vehicle offers fantastic visibility. You can see clearly forward, to the sides, and rearward. This makes for a safer ride.

Secure in snow and dirt, and ready for daily grind, the Forester is a well-rounded car. It features Subaru’s symmetrical AWD system, as well as the turbocharged boxer engine. The base price is $19,995. Consumers will enjoy this versatile vehicle. An auto warranty is a necessity to protect this precious gem.