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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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Top2005 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

$7,800
Manly Vale, NSW

23/04/2024

Top2010 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 197000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2010 Subaru Forester - reliability and performance with this great maintained 2010 Subaru Forester. As the second owner, I've ensured that this vehicle has received the utmost care, making it an excellent choice for buyers seeking a dependable ride. Key Features: Smooth and reliable driving experience, ideal for daily commuting or weekend getaways. Great maintenance history, including major services such as timing belt and radiator replacements all done at 150,000 and documented with receipt

$7,500Negotiable
Kellyville, NSW

12/04/2024

Top2012 Subaru Forester MY12 X Silver 4 Speed Auto Elec Sportshift Wagon

  • 97625 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Simulcast auctions start at 10:30am every Tuesday and Thursday, consisting of government, corporate, fleet and general sale vehicles. Private Buyers are welcome. Private Buyers receive a NSW Roadworthy Certificate for any vehicle purchased with current NSW Registration. Unregistered Vehicles are sold " As Is / Where Is " which means it is the responsibility of the purchaser to get their own Roadworthy Certificate and make good any repairs necessary. Please check Auction terms and conditio

For Auction
Guildford, NSW

Dealer used
24/04/2024

Top2009 Subaru Forester MY09 X Grey 4 Speed Auto Elec Sportshift Wagon

  • 173001 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

?? Facebook Special ?? Was $14,990 now $12,990^ Payments From $57 per week*, Applying is Easy https://moneymartdirect.com.au/apply-now/ 2009 Subaru Forester X, Automatic, 173,001kms, Dual Front Airbags, ABS, Air Conditioning, Radio ? WE FINANCE YOUR FUTURE NOT YOUR PAST ! ? FREE NO OBLIGATION PRE-APPROVAL! FAST APPROVALS FOR..... ? GOOD CREDIT ? BAD CREDIT ? UNPAID DEFAULTS ? CASUAL EMPLOYMENT ? SHORT TERM EMPLOYMENT ? SELF EMPLOYED ? ABN HOLDERS NO FIGURES NEEDED ? CENTRELINK SINGLE PA

$12,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Ringwood, VIC

Dealer used
24/04/2024

2009 Subaru Forester S3 MY10 X AWD Blue Diamond 4 Speed Sports Automatic Wagon

  • 243241 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Popular, economical and affordable family 5 door wagon.clean,tidy and priced to go.. All our cars are checked in house and come with a PPSR Certificate * Ask us about weekly payment options! * We can assist you with finance and extended warranty options * Enquire and view our 170 cars, commercials and 4x4's online now! View all of our other stock on www.somertoncarsales.com.au we accept all major credit cards

$9,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Morphett Vale, SA

Dealer used
18/04/2024

2008 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 199000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

[AUTO SALE MELBOURNE] Hello we are selling our super Forester from Subaru purchased from a car dealership in Melbourne. After 3 weeks of Roadtrip, we return to France. It's an automatic, 2.5 petrol, with 199,000kms in excellent condition. The price is $10,000 CAR INFORMATION: - Car purchased from a dealership on 03/29/24 - Rego OK on 03/29/24 - RWC OK 03/28/24 - 12 months car insurance - Car maintenance history FEATURES: - Duplicate keys - Car radio - Jack audio plug - Air conditioning/he

$8,000Negotiable
Melbourne CBD, VIC

16/04/2024

2009 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 106000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Perfect first car, only 1 previous owner, full service history, sold with/without RWC, mostly highway driving, rego until 16/11/2024. $11,000 ONO Selling for 10/05/2024

$10,999Negotiable
Reservoir, VIC

16/04/2024

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

  • 188950 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Great car only selling because I am moving overseas

$11,000Negotiable
Manly Vale, NSW

14/04/2024

2009 Subaru Forester 4WD Auto Sport SUV

  • 160000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Subaru Forester 4WD 2009 in excellent condition for sale in Rockbank, VIC

$8,200Negotiable
Rockbank, VIC

14/04/2024

2009 Subaru Forester S3 MY09 X AWD Silver 4 Speed Sports Automatic Wagon

  • 237377 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

*Well Maintained Condition *AWD 2009 Subaru Forester X Wagon 5dr Spts Auto 4sp AWD 2.5i Features include: -AWD -GOOD SERVICE HISTORY -GREAT CONDITION -BLUETOOTH -DRIVER & PASSENGER AIR BAG -ENGINE IMMOBILISER -CRUISE CONTROAL -and much more! MASSIVE SALE ON NOW! HUGE PROMOTIONS ON ALL EXTENDED WARRANTIES. UP TO 5 YEARS/UNLIMITED KMS PARTS AND LABOUR AVAILABLE. This vehicle also passed our strict inspection test hence an extended warranty can be offered. Call now to arrange an insp

$9,999 Drive Away^
Ringwood, VIC

Dealer used
12/04/2024

2010 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 197000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2010 Subaru Forester - reliability and performance with this great maintained 2010 Subaru Forester. As the second owner, I've ensured that this vehicle has received the utmost care, making it an excellent choice for buyers seeking a dependable ride. Key Features: Smooth and reliable driving experience, ideal for daily commuting or weekend getaways. Great maintenance history, including major services such as timing belt and radiator replacements all done at 150,000 and documented with receipt

$7,500Negotiable
Kellyville, NSW

12/04/2024

2006 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 293000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Has been a fantastic car. Has some dents to the exterior panels. Has a crack in the windscreen ($350 to replace but may still pass rego without needing replacement) Rego til August. Very reluctant sale, only selling due to upgrading to a bigger car for my young family.

$3,300Negotiable
Grafton, NSW

11/04/2024

RWC-Rego-new-engine-$-4K -+ Feb-24

  • 223456 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Automatic, 2009-X registered till 19-July 24, low mileage 223K and new JUST….rebuilt engine (Feb.24) >4K spent..👍as outlined below: At specialised Subaru mechanics on Gold coast👍 New head gaskets , timing belt, water pump, rocker cover gaskets, inlet manifold gasket, spark plugs, crankshaft rear seal,( see paperwork photo) car has new brakes, and rotors January-24 Car has cold aircon and dark window tinting for these summer days 👍 Car has quality new CD , radio and iPhone compatible . Car

$8,350Negotiable
Kangaroo Point, QLD

10/04/2024

2009 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 1825000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

This car has treated me extremely well! It’s done great kms for its age, it has a fully functioning air conditioning system, electric windows work and the battery has been replaced recently. There is a ding in the back door and bumper (shown in pictures) from the previous driver, but it does not interfere with the function at all. There’s also a crack on the front windscreen with both ends being on the edge of the screen. It does not obstruct view and has also not spread since it first occurre

$7,500Negotiable
Beacon Hill, NSW

09/04/2024

2012 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 382000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2012 subaru forester, leather interior with heated front seats, tinted windows, near new tyres drives perfectly has the fb2.5 engine which has been replaced around 2 years ago with a later model engine would be around 150,000ks on it now can come with the old engine if wanted only selling as brought a ute

$5,500
Sorell, TAS

07/04/2024

2010 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 258000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

This is a great car! I've had no issues with it, I'm selling this car because I need to down size. It's a great car with a spacious interior and rear seats fold all the way down, making it great for camping! Features: Rego until February 2025 4 speed automatic All wheel drive All new tyres Power door mirrors Roof racks Tow-ball Cruise control Power outlets 2 upfront and one in the boot Full size spare tyre The car has never been in any accidents. There are a few scratches and scraps on the si

$6,500Negotiable
Blackheath, NSW

06/04/2024

2003 SUBARU FORESTER X CAMPER

  • 170000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

URGENT SELL! Subaru Forester SG 2003🚗 REMOVABLE CAMPING SETUP! 2.5X Forester AWD 170,xxxkms 3 Months Rego Fresh RWC Perfect for solo/backpacker looking for daily economical car and great camping ability! CAMPING UPGRADES: ⛺️ New Kings Roof Tent 🦏New Rhino Roof Rack 🥶Kings 60L Slide Fridge ☀️Foldable Solar Panel 💥400amp Lithium Battery 💥Battery Box 💥25A Inverter 💥700m Kings Draw with Table Extension 🍳Dune Double Gas Stove with Hot Plate 💡 LED Light Strip in boot for cooking 💡 LED S

$8,999Negotiable
Yaroomba, QLD

03/04/2024

2004 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 262387 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Great reliable safe car, clean and tidy, Bluetooth stereo, good aircon, Serviced and maintained well, brakes done recently. Rego until end September. Few small bumps and scratches but otherwise very tidy car.

$6,500
Pottsville, NSW

01/04/2024

2006 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 223000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Selling my 2006 Subaru forester in excellent condition - Comes with RWC, rego till Feb 2025 - Recent major service at 221k - Comes with 4 spare brand new tyres - Currently fitted bigger Bridgestone Dueller A/T which are $400 each - New battery, new spark plugs, coolant flush, oil etc. - Extras inc: roof racks, tow bar, light bar, new black rims Car has been well taken care of, has the expected small scratches and bumps for its age. Selling as I have been given a company ute for work. If it’s

$7,600Negotiable
Mullumbimby, NSW

01/04/2024

2002 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 2780421 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

A GREAT FIRST CAR , NO ACCIDENT DAMAGE,NEW RADIATOR.NEW WATER PUMP, NEAR NEW TYRES,REGISTERED,HAYMAN REECE TOWING, ROOF RACKS,COLD AIRCON,ELECTRIC WINDOWS & MIRRORS ARE SOME OF THE GREAT FEATURES. THERE IS A PAINT FADE ON ROOF & BONNET. THE HEAD GASKET NEEDS REPLACING,HENCE THE VERY LOW PRICE, IT IS DRIVEABLE BUT NEEDS CONSTANT TOPPING UP OF RADIATOR

$2,750
Flagstaff Hill, SA

31/03/2024

2006 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 175643 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Selling our beloved 2006 Subaru Forester to downsize to a smaller car. A major issue is the head gasket, which will need repairing, but the car still drives well. There is also a coolant leak, so the coolant needs topping up every few days. Otherwise the car has been serviced regularly, with the next service due in May 2024. It is also registered until May 25 2024, but doesn’t come with RWC. Pros: - roof rack worth $750 - extendible awning - only 175,000km on odometer - still a daily driver,

$7,000Negotiable
Preston, VIC

30/03/2024

2008 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 231416 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

a few shopping centre car park bruises but drives great

$8,000
Spalding, WA

28/03/2024

2012 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 77500 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2012 subaru forester auto 12 months rego 77500 km Excellent condition. New tyres all round Alloy mag wheels

$15,000Negotiable
Batemans Bay, NSW

28/03/2024

2010 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 172000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Car is in good condition, regularly serviced and hardly taken outside of Brisbane. Features include alloy wheels, Satellite navigator, and Bluetooth phone connectivity. There is a dent on the right side near the front wheel (See pictures for details)

$15,000Negotiable
Heathwood, QLD

26/03/2024

2005 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 187470 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Great reliable car Clean, tidy and in great condition. Some paint fading on the roof and the back of the drivers side mirror. Good rego history. Recently serviced, new brake pads. Roof racks Selling due to moving Rego until 15/05/24

$8,200Negotiable
Blackmans Bay, TAS

25/03/2024

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

  • 338000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

- Cairns and the surrounding area (QLD) Hello to all, We are putting up for sale our 2007 Subaru Forester with 340,000km ~ Sale expected mid May! It has always been very well maintained which makes it an ultra reliable car. No mechanical problems after almost 30,000km of loyal service. Mechanics : ✅ The 4 tyres have been changed alignment invoice (they have less than 15,000km) ✅ Service and maintenance (supporting invoice) ✅ Front stabiliser bar pins replaced and engine degreased (supporting

$6,500Negotiable
Cairns, QLD

24/03/2024

2010 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 191900 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

This car is in great condition and only 3 owners- the original owner then her brother (briefly) and finally me. Has recently had major engine service, which included - new radiator thermostat - rebuilt heads and installation of high performance head gaskets - new front and rear shock absorbers - replaced stabilizer pins - all oils replaced (front and rear differentials and transfer case) - transmission service kit - all brake pads checked (front replaced, rear cleaned) - new wiper blades - pion

$9,500
Kariong, NSW

23/03/2024

2003 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON

  • 215000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Open to offers - happy to sell with WA plates or take the plates off. Has brand new battery, new tyres, new front brake pads and new head lights. Selling without RWC.

$5,500Negotiable
Richmond, VIC

19/03/2024

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.