Off the back of last year’s Subaru Forester launch and the exciting arrival of the all-new Subaru Forester range, Subaru and Liqui Moly South Africa have put together a competition with an epic prize for the lucky winner. Before getting into the competition, here are a few facts and reasons why you should consider taking a closer look at the 6th-generation Subaru Forester.
Did you know?
Subaru has an undeniably legendary history in Rally with the Impreza WRX STI, and the same DNA lives on in the Forester with its Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and a stiffened chassis. Thanks to this AWD system, a decent ground clearance of 220 mm, and a carefully engineered 20.3-degree approach and 25.8° departure angle make the Forester the perfect South African lifestyle vehicle for sporty road handling and rutted gravel roads.
Talking lifestyle, the Forester makes those camping, fishing, birding and short weekend away trips easy with boot space measuring 496 litres with the seats up and 1,174 litres when folded flat, supported by a flat cargo floor, a wide-opening tailgate and one-touch folding 60/40 split rear seats. For the adventurers, Front Runner’s roof rack opens the doors to rooftop tenting or carrying extra cargo.
This Scooby really does tick all the boxes for adventure and family, no wonder why it has been Subaru’s best seller for years. Talking about family, Subaru takes safety as a major priority, seeing your Forester ride off the dealership floor with a Ring-Shaped Reinforcement Frame, extensive airbag systems, and its signature EyeSight Driver Assist Technology (Pre-Collision Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Sway Warning). Subaru also has a unique safety feature in the form of rear door engagement pins, which lock into place in the door frame, creating an impact-resistant barrier. All four available Forester models come standard with these safety systems in place and have been rated 5-stars on the ANCAP, JNCAP and Euro NCAP.
Side Note: Subaru aims to achieve zero fatal traffic accidents involving their vehicles by 2030, encompassing occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists, through a holistic approach focusing on Primary (visibility, fatigue reduction), Active (stable handling, AWD), Preventive (EyeSight, pre-collision braking), and Protective Safety (strong structure).
Besides being sporty, capable off-road, adventure-ready with its lifestyle elements and safe for driver and family, the Subaru is also fun. Fun in form is one thing, but fun in design takes it one step further. All of Subaru’s SUVs have what you call Easter eggs, and the Forester has a few. These so-called ‘Easter eggs’ are hidden logos or icons, featuring mountain silhouettes, compasses, hiking boot prints, and animal paw prints on interior panels and cargo areas, referencing the brand’s adventurous spirit… More on that later!
What about the competition and prize?
As a keen adventurer part of the ZA Lifestyle team, I can honestly say, I wish I could take part in the competition, as Subaru and Liqui Moly have put together an epic yet useful hamper for the adventurer and Subaru fanatic. From Subaru, we see a canvas green cooler, with two Subaru flasks, Forester two buffs and two caps. From Liqui Moly, we see some fan wear in the form of socks and a racing cap. We also see some vehicle cleaning products/maintenance products, a mug, a pocket knife, scented car air fresheners, a carry bag, a key ring and a can of Liqui Moly Jelly Beans.
To take part in the competition, first visit your local Subaru dealer, hunt for your favourite design of ‘Easter egg’, hidden within the 2026 Subaru Forester’s finishes. Then, take a photo, and simply fill in the form below, uploading the photo for a chance to win… The winner will be announced in February 2026.
