Subaru Dual X-Mode Explained and Real World Test #drivingsportstv

Putting the 2019 Subaru Forester's new Dual-Mode X Mode system to the test in the forest roads and snow passes of the Cascade Mountains. Can it now get drivers out of even slicker situations? Also: bonus save of a family in a Mazda CX-9 AWD.

#subaru #2019forester #offroad

Driving Sports produces exclusive automotive reviews, news and motor sports for broadcast, web, mobile and set-top boxes. Be sure to subscribe here on YouTube.

Follow us:

[JMEAUS]

Straight up.
Went & bought one after this review.
No regrets.

[j.pjoseph]

Subaru Is Top Ranking.
The 600 Dislikes are all from Mazda Company Officials.
Great Video

[ashleykbarks]

Just bought myself a 2021 Forester after years of thinking I wanted a Crosstrek. Here we go, adventures!

[michaelroyal]

I went from a 16 WRX Limited to a 20 Forester Touring. I have owned the Forester for 8 months and absolutely love it. Its super comfortable and I don't mind the power difference because of it. A simple part like an auto start/stop eliminator will fix any nuisances with owning it. I highly recommend it.

[Yebbbb]

Just bought a 2020 Forester - we LOVE it. This video is truly amazing. Nice work, sir.

[Bbowes]

Turning off traction control on older forester models when in X-Mode worked just as well as the new X-Mode Mud and Snow. Just a tip for the older forester model drivers.

[hannahzhang]

We love the adaptive cruise control. Makes long drives much easier, low stress and safer. Just lock on to a car doing a reasonable speed and let them drive for you. It will hold a safe following distance - and it brakes before you even notice the cars in front are slowing quickly

[Kraden]

give it an 'XT' option. Bring the turbo Forester back

[yonesukejapan]

I'm a Subaru Outback user in Japan. I was very impressed with your video‼️
X-MODE is excellent‼️

[travelandtech]

A wolf in sheep's clothing when it comes to off roading. Foresters are awesome.

[stephenrosenfeld]

Thanks for this video. My 2019 is my third Forester and the best yet (2009 & 2014 previously). Improved fuel economy and better road manners than before. I do go off-road a bit and appreciate that ability, but really, 99% of the time is on pavement at legal speeds. And there's enough HP for that. I wouldn't trade fuel economy for more power.

[tamirine]

Thank you for such a great explanation and demonstration of the X-Mode system! I bought a 2019 Subaru Forester back in the spring, and with New England winter weather fast approaching, I wanted to be sure I understood how to best utilize this feature. I watched a couple of other videos which were okay, but yours really made it clear! I feel much more confident about it now.

[SLLYT]

Skid plates to protect the oil pan and differentials plus all-terrain tires or winter tires would complete this Forester.

[MatthewLarsen]

Just purchased one of these after trading in a 2016 Crosstrek. This is my first automatic, but I'm cautiously optimistic. This review was one of the things that convinced me. Thanks.

[_Name_]

One of best videos about Subaru Forester 2019 X–Mode, I suppose!
Have it and like it very much from December, 2018.

[JetSetBubz]

Exactly the Forester review I've been waiting for. Appreciate the great content, thank you!

[oxbacibacixo]

This is my car and I'm in LOVE with it. I agree it could use a tad bit more horsepower though.

[chardvaark]

Based on all the great reviews you've shown, I bought a 2019 Forester Touring last August. I love it! I was hoping for snow to test the X mode, but only got a tiny bit in the Philly area last winter. Can't wait until this winter!

[SeanMcLeanCarrie]

After watching countless videos (& also test driving) different makes and models, I have watched all of your videos on the Subaru Forester. I test drove one and fell in love with it. I am now driving a 2021 Forester Sport. What an amazing vehicle. I am in love. Thank you for all your thorough videos on the new Forester. These videos convinced me, and I have zero regrets. Fantastic reviewer.

[muatazjabri]

I just got my 2023 crosstrek into 12 inches of snow. Xmode did terrific job when I got stuck. The regular mode was more than enough for driving in the 12 inches deep snow