Interesting Facts About the Subaru Forester SF
The Subaru Forester SF marks the brand's first‑generation SUV. It was unveiled at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show, entered production in 1997, and was sold from the 1998 through 2002 model years.
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Debut at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show
Subaru first introduced the Forester concept at the 1995 Tokyo Motor Show. This early reveal set the stage for the model’s production launch a couple of years later.
Production Run and Assembly
The SF generation was built from 1997 to 2002, covering model years 1998‑2002. All units were assembled in Ōta, Japan, making it a domestically produced Subaru flagship.
Boxy Design and Early Facelift
The original Forester featured a boxy‑style body with sharp, abrasive corners, reflecting the design trends of the late 1990s. A mid‑cycle facelift appeared around 2001‑2002, updating the look while retaining the SF platform.
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