There's a version of the everyday that feels just a little more capable -- and the 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i-S is exactly that. It's the kind of SUV that makes sense on a Tuesday commute, a wet weekend drive, and a spontaneous camping trip, without asking you to choose between them.

Subaru's symmetrical AWD system is the quiet hero here. It doesn't shout about itself -- it just keeps grip distributed and confidence intact, whether the road is dry or damp, sealed or not. Paired with the naturally aspirated 2.5-litre boxer engine, the Forester moves with a composed, unhurried sense of purpose that suits long-distance driving as well as school runs.

The 2.5i-S is the flagship trim of the Forester range -- leather-accented interior, dual-zone climate, a proper infotainment setup, sunroof, and all the comfort features that make a high-kilometre car feel like it was looked after rather than just driven. Subaru buyers know this reputation well. The rest of the market is slowly catching up.

At 158,000 km, this Forester is well into its stride. Subaru's FB25 boxer engines are known for doing the distance when the maintenance record is clean, and the all-wheel drivetrain spreads the load evenly. Buyers who understand how Subarus age aren't scared by the number -- they look for the service history and move quickly.

Practical in all the right ways: five seats, a generous boot, and visibility that makes parking in tight Melbourne carparks far less stressful than whatever you're driving now. At Nunawading, we've put it through its checks and it's ready to go.

At $14,800, you're getting a top-spec, all-wheel-drive SUV with genuine weather-resistance built in -- not bolted on as a selling point. For families, tradespeople, or anyone who just wants a car that won't surprise them on a wet road, this is the value play.

Subaru calls it the Forester. Owners call it the car they keep much longer than they planned.

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