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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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2013 SUBARU Forester 2.0XT PREMIUM

  • 300096 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

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$8,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Arundel, QLD

Dealer used
18 hours ago

2013 Subaru Forester S4 MY13 XT Premium Deep Cherry Wagon

  • 100914 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

TOP OF THE RANGE XT PREMIUM IN PERFECT CONDITION! * 3 YEAR / 100,000KM AUSTRALIA WIDE WARRANTY! * INSTANT FINANCE, BEST RATES AVAILABLE, DRIVE AWAY TODAY! . The original owner has loved this Forester. . The paintwork is immaculate, the interior is spotless . It has a full up to date service history. . Features the 2.0 Turbo Motor delivering 177KW! . XT Premium with the huge feature list: - Leather Trim - Satelite Navigation - Sunroof - Reverse Camera - Cruise Control with Radar Distance Con

$19,920 Drive Away^
Eagle Farm, QLD

Dealer used
01/05/2024

2013 Subaru Forester S4 MY13 XT Lineartronic AWD Premium Red 8 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

  • 177460 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Experience the thrill of a proven performer. Introducing the 2013 Subaru Forester, building on the Subaru legacy of durability and robustness. This versatile SUV embodies diverse capabilities offering reliability, exceptional handling, and unrivalled road safety. With its distinctive styling and competitive fuel efficiency, the Forester stands tall among its counterparts, delivering a dynamic driving experience for every journey. The 2013 Subaru Forester is packed with standout features design

$15,688 Excl. Gov. Charges
Bibra Lake, WA

Dealer used
30/04/2024

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.