Motor Trend announced this week that the Subaru Forester has won the "Motor Trend Sport/ Utility of the Year" for 2014.
Subaru is the only car manufacturer to win the award three times, easily the most wins in the Sport/Utility category.
"The 2014 Subaru Forester beat a highly competitive field of SUVs because it best met our award's six key criteria. Smart design, thoughtful engineering, and a compelling performance on road and off were the keys to the Forester's win," Motor Trend editor-in-chief Ed Loh, said in a press statement. "Our editors were particularly impressed by the powerful yet efficient turbocharged engines, the intelligent and sporty CVT transmission, and the excellent visibility and interior package found within the Forester. Practical, affordable, efficient and fun-to-drive - Forester truly ticked every box."
The 2014 Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year competition included twelve other brand new or updated SUVs.
Other vehicles include: Acura MDX, Audi Q5, BMW X1, Buick Encore, Dodge Durango, Hyndai Santa Fe, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Land Rover Range Rover Sport, Mimi Paceman S ALL4, Mitsubishi Outlander, and Toyota RAV4.
"We are honored to receive the Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year award for the third time," said Thomas J. Doll, president, and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, in a press statement. "Our product, engineering, sales and marketing teams all work hard to provide the best products and experiences we can for our owners. Receiving this distinction from Motor Trend truly adds credence to our mission."
The 2014 Forester has also received a Top Safety Pick+ (TSP+) award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The Forester is the first vehicle to ace every part of the small overlap front crash test conducted by the IIHS, and is only one of 13 small SUVs to earn an overall rating of good in the test.
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