Bojan Vrbnjak
Forester was in 2023 with 1.306 specimens the second most popular model in the German Subaru range. He was in third place Outback s 1.235 specimens. And since special models are attracting new attention, the Japanese manufacturer sent models to compete for the affection of potential buyers Forester Edition Exclusive Cross, Forester Edition Black Platinum in Outback Edition Platinum Cross.
Sporty – Forester Edition Exclusive Cross
Released by Exclusive Cross gives Forester "sports clothes” (at least that's how Subaru describes it) with orange and black accents. Plastic coverings the front, rear and sides as well as the roof racks are therefore in an orange-black color combination, while the exterior mirrors and fog lights are trimmed in black. They are also available 18-inch light alloy wheels in the color "Dark metallic", color "Sapphire Blue Pearl” is available exclusively for this release as an alternative to the familiar colors.
V inside of a special model are the round instruments with orange borders and black and anthracite colored interior elements. Contrast orange stitching they are on the steering wheel, gear lever, center console, door trim and fabric seats. The special model is based on the equipment line "Comfort". It thus includes a navigation and audio system with 8-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay in Android Auto, two-tone automatic climate control, electrically adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors, keyless access, electric tailgate opening, heated front seats, light and rain sensors, a reversing camera and a panoramic glass sunroof.
Elegant – Forester Edition Black Platinum
In addition 18-inch alloy wheels in dark gray shiny color exterior mirrors, roof racks and rims of the fog lights and plastic trim on the front, back and sides.
The special model is based on the highest level of equipment "Platinum": In addition to the heated ones leather seats front and rear and leather-look interior trims, an audio system is also included in the equipment Harman / Kardon with nine speakers and an additional amplifier.
Rugged – Outback Edition Platinum Cross
Ta special model is only available in limited number. It is painted in an exclusive blue color "Geyser Blue” and has black and green accents. They are roof supports black and green, and the black plastic side trim is decorated with green Outback lettering. The front and back panels are black. Like the roof spoiler, front grille, door mirror caps and fog light surrounds.
Based on the top line of equipment "Platinum” also includes an audio and infotainment system Harman / Kardon z 11,6-inch touch screen and ten speakers, automatic folding exterior mirrors, power glass sunroof, leather seats Nappa and a leather steering wheel.
Price overview
| Model | Performance | Price |
| Forester 2.0ie Edition Exclusive Cross | 110 kW/150 hp | from € 44.390 |
| Forester 2.0ie Edition Black Platinum | 110 kW/150 hp | from € 46.450 |
| Outback 2.5i Edition Platinum Cross | 124 kW/169 hp | from € 48.840 |
