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SUBARU FORESTER Used Car Review

Subaru joined the 'soft-roader' SUV club in 1997 when it used the platform of its famous Impreza small car as the basis for the Forester. The model has become the Japanese brand's most popular model in Australia, as well as being one of the country's favourite SUVs. Currently into its fourth generation, an all-new Forester has been unveiled and is due in late 2018.

Pros

Cons

  • Fantastic all-round visibility
  • Clever Eyesight safety tech on more recent models
  • Ride comfort consistently good across generations
  • Permanent all-wheel drive (most rivals use a part-time AWD system)
  • Servicing costs higher than average and limited capped-price program
  • Full-size spare reduces boot space
  • Cabin design lacks flair and premium feel
  • For light-duty off-roading only
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2012 Subaru Forester X LUXURY EDITION 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAG

  • 240185 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

New Pink slip just obtained from Subaru One owner, well maintained always serviced at Subaru Running very well.

$9,900Negotiable
Lindfield, NSW

21/04/2024

Top2013 SUBARU FORESTER 2.0D 6 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 168373 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

I have had this car since 16/08/23. I am the 2nd owner. Selling die to personal reasons and no longer need the car. The car is in immaculate condition. Features: Almost new tyres Weather guards on every window Cloth interior Dark tint Dual Zone climate control A/C Bluetooth Cruise control Airbags Powered windows Electric brakes Central locking AWD 2 sets of keys ( 1 key is a fold in key) Towbar Full service history from 2016 from Subaru dealership. *****2015 is missing Rego til 06/10/24 Comes w

$15,500Negotiable
Croydon, VIC

22/04/2024

Top2006 SUBARU FORESTER X LUXURY 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

$5,500Negotiable
Tamborine Mountain, QLD

23/04/2024

Top2007 Subaru Forester X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

$8,500
South Perth, WA

19 hours ago

Top2005 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5 X

$7,000Negotiable
Grafton, NSW

24/04/2024

Top2017 Subaru Forester: Your Adventure Awaits!

  • 63300 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Mileage: 63,300 km Colour: Stunning metal flake blue paint Tyres: BFGoodrich with heaps of tread left Extras: * Extended Warranty for ~3 Years: Have peace of mind that this car comes with an extended warranty policy transferrable to the new owner. * Factory Towbar: Hook up your camper, boat, or adventure gear effortlessly. * Brake Controller: Safely navigate steep descents and rugged terrain. * Wiring Harness for a Lightbar: Illuminate the night trails and campgrounds. * 100amp 12v Wire to Rear

$27,400
Subiaco, WA

20/04/2024

2017 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i-L CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 161199 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Crystal White 2017 Subaru Forester in great used condition. I have just had the car professionally detailed and it comes with a year’s Rego. I bought car new from Subaru dealer where it has always been serviced and I just had the car serviced in preparation for sale. It is well used and a great to drive car and I have never had any problem with it. The air-con in the car is excellent! It comes with accessories pack: roof racks, floor mats, rear cargo cover, boot liner and bumper guard. Selling

$26,000
Tuncurry, NSW

8 hours ago

2019 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i-S (AWD) CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 45000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

- Full log book service history with Subaru - Full comprehensive car insurance till Oct 2024 - 7 airbags to protect you and your family with an ANCAP safety rating of 5 - Rear view camera - Blind spot sensor - Remote central locking - Voice recognition - Powered sunroof - Hill holder - Lane departure warning - Lane keeping - active assist - Facial Recognition (Drowsiness / Distraction Alert) - Pre Collision Braking - Automatic Stop Start Fuel Saving Technology - Active torque tran

$38,999Negotiable
Castle Hill, NSW

8 hours ago

2009 Subaru Forester XT

  • 265000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2009 Subaru Forester xt 263000ks engine has done 220k 5 speed manual Clutch replaced 20k ago Has recently had a full service No leaks Pedders suspension Rhino roof racks Bluetooth hands-free (aftermarket) Gme UHF ARB rear view mirror Reverse camera Towbar Electronic brake control for towing Leather interior Air con is cold New diff bushes full service history Needs tyres Registered Very reliable

$7,900
Mount Barker, SA

9 hours ago

2011 SUBARU FORESTER X 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON excellent condition

  • 206000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Great condition inside and out. 4 brand new tyres and tow bar/ ball.fully serviced and always garaged.

$10,500Negotiable
Nana Glen, NSW

9 hours ago

2011 SUBARU FORESTER 2.0D 6 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 235102 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

The Forester Diesel is a reliable, fuel efficient and very comfortable wagon. Mechanically sound and driving very well... it would be ideally suited as a 2nd car or commuter with its super efficient Turbo Diesel and very comfortable ride even over the roughest roads. Equipped with Heavy Duty Hayman Reese Towbar and Rhino Rack roof bars. Roadworthy has lapsed in February as we weren't quite ready to sell it then however will be sold with a road worthy certificate and registration until August.

$10,450Negotiable
Palmwoods, QLD

10 hours ago

SUBARU FORESTER MY20 - 2.5i IMMACULATE CONDITION

  • 99000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

SUBARU Forester 2.5i MY20 in ⭐️ IMMACULATE CONDITION ⭐️ * Still under new car warranty until 2025 * NO WOVR * NO finance owing on the vehicle * NO pets or kids * Non-smoker * Ice silver metallic * Regularly serviced, last service was 5,000k ago - service books * Genuine Subaru mats rrp $650 * Compliance and first registered Jan 2020 build date Oct 2019 * 6 months rego * Log books and 2 keys ⭐️IMMACULATE CONDITION⭐️ Scammers - don’t bother

$29,900Negotiable
Benowa, QLD

12 hours ago

2008 SUBARU FORESTER XT 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

$19,500Negotiable
Hornsby, NSW

12 hours ago

2011 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 212000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Regularly serviced with full history ,just had 4 new tyres put on and brakes done. One owner from new. Leather, heated front seats never had any issues. had roadside assistance from new used once for a flat tyre and once for a flat battery. nice to drive just upgraded to a larger car. welcome to view

$10,500
Morley, WA

16 hours ago

2007 Subaru Forester X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

$8,500
South Perth, WA

19 hours ago

2007 SUBARU FORESTER MY07 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON, 5 seats

  • 177000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Great car, runs well, recently serviced. One of the headlights flickers, but still works. There is also a small dent on the outside (as seen in photos) from the last owner, doors still close and lock perfectly. all else runs great! Selling due to move overseas. Please message for any enquiries.

$8,000
Lyneham, ACT

19 hours ago

2011 SUBARU FORESTER XS 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 241000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Must sell to a good home.

$8,600Negotiable
Werribee, VIC

19 hours ago

2019 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i (AWD) CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

Negotiable
Lane Cove, NSW

22 hours ago

2009 SUBARU FORESTER XS PREMIUM 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 177000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Current roadworthy, rego, one owner, low KMS, new tyres, new timing belt, new water pump, new thermostat, brakes just done, just serviced, leather seats, sunroof, air cond,few dents and scratches

$8,999Negotiable
Mudjimba, QLD

24/04/2024

Urgent

2007 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

$8,000Negotiable
Mernda, VIC

24/04/2024

2008 SUBARU FORESTER X 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 272000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2008 Suburu Forester (MY 09) SELLING WITH ROAD WORTHY CERT 5 SPEED MANUAL AWD FULL LOG BOOKS AND RECEIPTS WELL LOOKED AFTER FOR ITS AGE EXTERNAL WEAR AND TEAR BUT GOOD CONDITION. NO OIL LEAKS, NO ACCIDENTS NEW BRAKE PADS, REGASSED AIR CON, BRAND NEW TYRES UNDER 6 MONTHS OLD. POWER WINDOWS AND MIRRORS DARKEST LEGAL TINT AIRBAGS TOW BAR AND BALL CRUISE CONTROL 1 KEY MASSIVE BOOT AREA VERY RELIABLE CAR 8L/ PER 100KM ON OPEN ROAD

$5,000Negotiable
Highland Park, QLD

24/04/2024

2012 SUBARU FORESTER 2.0D 6 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

$10,900
Bondi Beach, NSW

24/04/2024

2017 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i-S CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 60000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i-S S4 Auto AWD MY18 Rego to January 2025. 60,000 kms. Have logbook, regularly serviced and well upkept. Come with 2 keys. Based in Liverpool area, 2170. $28,500 negotiable 7 airbags. Take your family anywhere in this 2018 Subaru Forester. This Subaru Forester SUV has bluetooth connectivity, USB audio input, keyless start, iPod connectivity and side airbags. Fog lights. This car has power door mirrors and high speed crash avoidance with braking. THE FAMILY WILL LOVE

$28,500Negotiable
Chipping Norton, NSW

24/04/2024

2010 Subaru Forester X 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 201756 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

I am selling my trusty and beloved Subaru Forester. It has provided me with such stable and fun driving. I am selling because I no longer need a car with my job, and my new house which is centrally located. It is a 2010 Manual AWD Subaru Forester, and comes with 5 star ANCAP safety rating. Special feature!! It comes with a Pioneer DMH-Z6350BT head unit, which plays radio, and you can bluetooth your smart phone to use phone navigation, spotify, phone calling etc. The Subaru Forester comes wit

$8,400
Marrickville, NSW

24/04/2024

SUBARU FORESTER 2009 SERIES 3 UPDATE $3990

  • 347449 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

GREAT BUDGET 2009 SUBARU SELLING AS TRADED FOR ONLY $3990 ALL COUNTRY KMS EASY TO DRIVE AUTO WITH GREAT COLD AIR COND AND POWER STEERING

$3,990
Mile End, SA

24/04/2024

2008 SUBARU FORESTER XT STI BLOCK MANUAL

  • 180000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

This is my Subaru Forester XT fitted with an STI Shortblock. Looking to sell due to moving closer to work. The car has been well maintained with servicing in 5,000km intervals. The car has 90,000kms on the block with 180,xxxkms on the body. Rego expires 18/08/2024 Additional modifications include: - Fitted with ARP head studs - New gaskets, water pump & timing kit - Slotted DBA Rotors - Nvidia TurboBack Exhaust - Turbosmart blow off valve - PSR UEL Headers - Enkei wheels - Whiteline AntiLif

$17,000Negotiable
Thornton, NSW

24/04/2024

2019 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i-S (AWD) CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 41400 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Excellent condition. Has been used for road testing our suspension products but is no longer needed. Being sold with factory suspension fitted. Comes with the Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform roof rack included. QLD Rego until 08/03/2025

$35,000Negotiable
Geebung, QLD

24/04/2024

2001 SUBARU FORESTER LIMITED 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 305000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

COMPLETE CAMPERCAR READY TO GO!! PRICE: Make an offer!!! Our australia trip comes to an end and we need to sell our car. We travelled and lived for 4 month in our car(for one month we fit with 4 people in the car) The car has Rego till november 2024 and 10 month Road Side Asisstance left. -It comes with all camping gear for 4 people -Kings rooftop tent(the cover is only 3 month old)+ blankets and pillows The solar set up is brand new( 3 month old, 9 month warranty left) - Kings 160Watt Solar

$5,600Negotiable
Melbourne CBD, VIC

24/04/2024

Subaru FORESTER PREMIUM

  • 89208 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

THIS IS A PREMIER MODEL. IT HAS GOT EVERYTHING FROM CRUISE CONTROL, PRE-COLLISION STSTEM, LANE ASSIST AND OTHER THINGS TO THE EYESIGHT SYSTEM. ONLY TWO OWNERS AND I HAVE HAD THE CAR SINCE 23/11/2023. ALL REGULAR SERVICES DONE BY SUBARU. PROBABLY ONLY HAD TWO (2) PEOPLE IN CAR AND THE UPHOLSERY IS PERFECT. GENUINE REASON FOR SALE LOWER THAN WHAT I PAID. PRICE IS NEGOTIABLE.

$27,500
Burpengary, QLD

24/04/2024

1998 SUBARU FORESTER RX LIMITED 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 310000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Subaru forester 1998 Drive well, with no issues. Recently pass the state government mechanical inspection. Service and timing belt on time. Rego until 07/24

$4,000
Dunsborough, WA

24/04/2024

Overview of the Subaru Forester

Overview of the Subaru Forester

Subaru joined the 'soft-roader' SUV club in 1997 when it used the platform of its famous Impreza small car as the basis for the Forester.

The model has become the Japanese brand's most popular model in Australia, as well as being one of the country's favourite SUVs.

Currently into its fourth generation, an all-new Forester has been unveiled and is due in late 2018.

SUBARU FORESTER GENERATIONS (SINCE 2002)

2002-2008

2009-2013

2013-2018

2018 (September) onwards

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 5.9 to 6.4 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder petrol: 7.2 litres per 100km

2.5L 4-cylinder petrol: 8.1 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo petrol: 8.5 to 9.3 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO SUBARU FORESTER

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: SUBARU FORESTER (2013 ONWARDS)

The first check with any second-hand Subaru is of the service record. These engines are generally tough but use small oil pathways, and when these block with dirty oil, terminal damage isn't far away.

Like a lot of modern engine designs, the 2.0-litre non-turbo petrol engine can also consume a little oil between services. Subaru is not on its own here, and it's a fact that the latest engines with their low-friction designs aimed at saving fuel can use some oil.

Similarly, with modern engine designs, a lack of proper servicing can lead to a build-up of sludge and even higher oil consumption. Check the service record for gaps and check the dipstick for thick, black oil that suggests missed oil changes.

Some owners also report that the CVT transmission can be slow to select gears - particularly reverse - from park. Subaru dealers have been re-flashing the on-board computer to fix this, but in some cases the delay gradually gets worse again as time and kilometres pass.

While the Forester is all-wheel drive it's not a heavy-duty off-roader, so make sure it hasn't been used as one.