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

  • 222417 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Runs well and in good order. Recent car service plus new spark plugs. Has dent on right hand rear shown in photographs.

$6,250Negotiable
Hamilton Hill, WA

28/02/2024

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

28/02/2024

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

  • 187000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2 owner vehicle in good condition for age. A few minor dents/scratches but no paint fade. Original except for aftermarket exhaust (original exhaust in garage). Engine running reliably and transmission shifts smoothly. Needs rear shocks replaced. All offers considered, must sell as have already purchased new vehicle.

$9,500Negotiable
Kellyville, NSW

27/02/2024

My07 SUBARU FORESTER XS 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 171123 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Very good condition, serviced regularly, 6 months rego, tow bar, tinted windows, 6 stacker cd player

$7,000Negotiable
Ermington, NSW

27/02/2024

SUBARU FORESTER XS FULLY EQUIPPED

  • 247000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

We are selling our automatic Subaru Forester XS 2005 (AWD). The car has 247000km 2 keys Cruise Control Fully equipped with no issues, mechanically perfect: it doesn’t require any interventions! WA REGO valid until 03.07.2024 (can be renewed online) Car logbook with all invoices since 2019! The car has: - Service done every 10.000km - New radiator - New timing belt water pump - New front brakes pads - New transmission oil - New ignition lead kit - New spark plugs - Replaced all suspension comp

$9,200Negotiable
Brisbane City, QLD

27/02/2024

2006 SUBARU FORESTER XT 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 207500 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Forester XT Mods include: Upgraded suspension Upgraded brakes and slotted rotors 17 inch rota rims Turbo back exhaust system ECU and tune - 230hp at the wheels Bluetooth head unit New clutch Almost brand new tyres 207,xxx kms. All work done at S and J automotive. Well looked after and serviced regularly. Few dents in bodywork, nothing major.

$9,000
Glenalta, SA

26/02/2024

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i-S CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 159000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Subaru Forester 2014 2.5i CVT Wagon Automatic, AWD Odometer: 159,000 Registered until: 11/5/2024 Price: $16,500 I am sadly selling my trusty Subaru Forester. Purchased from the first owner in 2022, this car is well maintained, reliable and is perfect for both city and regional driving (and isn’t afraid of going off the tarmac!). It is spacious with roof racks and plenty of boot space, is very comfortable on long trips and great on fuel economy - all making it perfect for families or active peo

$15,000Negotiable
Bunbury, WA

26/02/2024

2013 SUBARU FORESTER 2.0XT PREMIUM CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 122000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2013 Subaru Forester XT Premium MY14 121,500km Second owner Crystal Black Rego till August 2024 Only have used 98ron Wheels have been swapped to a 2016 Forester XT wheels Body is in good condition with a few scratches here and there; as expected for its age. Up to date log book Comes with two keys Dashcam included Located in Marsden Park $20, 500 neg 7 airbags to protect you and your family with an ANCAP safety rating of 5. This 2013 Subaru Forester is designed to accommodate every family mem

$19,500Negotiable
Marsden Park, NSW

25/02/2024

2009 SUBARU FORESTER XT PREMIUM 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 250000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

For sale is my 2009 Subaru Forester XT Premium. Tastefully modded in the style of the Mighty Car Mods Forester Build series and has been tuned to make a 161Kw compared to the standard 120ish Kw of a stock forester. (dyno sheet in pictures) Tune is an ECUTEK tune with 3 different drive modes (standard, race and valet) and features such as automatic rev matching on downshifts, flat floot shifting and launch control, all which make the car a pleasure to drive. Kilometres are mostly highway driving

$14,000
Banora Point, NSW

25/02/2024

2013 Subaru Forester 2.0D-S 6 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 134000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2013 Subaru Forester 2.0D S4 Manual AWD MY13 Selling our much loved and cared for Subaru Forester as we need a larger vehicle for our growing family. We are the second owners and the car has a full logbook service history at the Phillip Subaru Dealership. The Forester is a great city commuter and has plenty of room for those weekend getaways. Averages 6.5L/100 km. Registration till May 21st 2024. Features • Cruise control • Reverse-view camera • Tow ball • ABS brakes, 7 airbags and a ANCAP sa

$17,500Negotiable
Isabella Plains, ACT

25/02/2024

2010 SUBARU FORESTER 2.0D 6 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON **suspected blown turbo

  • 233500 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2010 Subaru Forester **DIESEL** Suspected blown turbo*** 6sp manual. Sold as is.. no rego, no road worthy! No negotiation. Lots of work done. SLO lift kit ( 2" front, 2.5" rear) Stage 2 tuned Custom from bar ( mild steel) with winch holding capability. Holding 2x 9" spotlights and lightbar Custom front bash plate Custom stainless snorkel and airbox with pod filter. At tires ( could do with replacment) Alpine headunit with satnav/ dvd/ cd Tinted windows 😎 Has tow bar with elec brake controller

$5,000
Ormeau, QLD

24/02/2024

2008 SUBARU FORESTER XT 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON, 5 seats MY08

  • 176000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Regretful sale. 176xxx bought from a dealership. well maintained. runs and Drives well. registered with tassie plates Tinted windows Roof racks Tomei TI exhaust VF52 HIFI Front mount Sti bottom end Multiplate clutch Tuned-230KW All paperwork More iv missed

$12,800Negotiable
Devonport, TAS

24/02/2024

2009 SUBARU FORESTER XT 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON, 5 seats MY10

  • 133121 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Original condition with log book service history and two keys New shocks , always serviced and oils changed in the motor and AWD system.

$12,500Negotiable
Narellan, NSW

24/02/2024

2008 SUBARU FORESTER XS PREMIUM 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 220000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Excellent condition Subaru Forester XS Premium. Pearl white. Leather interior, awning and mud-tyres for for off-road driving and for those who love camping. Recently serviced and well looked after. Full service history. Recently upgraded to a 7 seated, so no longer needed. Price is negotiable only after inspection.

$9,900Negotiable
Mitchell Park, SA

24/02/2024

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

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

Excellent condition inside and out with great boot storage. New head unit that has apple car display and reversing camera, along with great adjustable 360 sound system. The car also had leather seating with the front two seats being heated, second owner For inquiries call: Eddie

$10,300Negotiable
Mitchell Park, SA

23/02/2024

SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i LUXURY

  • 114700 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Subaru forester Luxury Vehicle inspection report available Pristine condition Recently serviced Rego till Aug 2024 Log book serviced Two keys Low kms New Front CV Shafts installed and New Air con compressor worth $4k job.

$17,990Negotiable
Mandurah, WA

23/02/2024

2016 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5i-L CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 132000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Beautiful Pearl White 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i-L $19500 Fitted with contrasting black cloth interior Vehicle has 132000 kms on clock, has all usual Forester 2.5i-L appointments including fitted floor mats and is fitted with tow-bar and trailer lights connection. In immaculate condition inside and out as well as mechanically.

$19,500
Blackmans Bay, TAS

22/02/2024

Roadworthy 2007 SUBARU FORESTER X 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 358000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Roadworthy 2007 Subaru forester, 2.5L manual. Need sold asap! In cairns for inspections Sunday 24th. Clean and tidy. Odo is 358000 but drives well, with major recondition in******2022 including head gasket replacement, spark plug replacement, thermostat, water pump, timing belt kit, clutch, power steering pump, front cv shafts, front brake pads and rotors, brake fluid, ect. I bought it in November last year and replaced all four shock absorbers and drivers window regulator. Has solid alloy ro

$5,500Negotiable
Cairns, QLD

21/02/2024

E85 rwd forester sti short block, lots done

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

I have plenty of pictures to prove all other parts have been fitted, but can only upload 7 photos All information in pictures about 25,000kms done since all work Update: got some hail damage from the storm recently Car drives and goes mint my pride and joy wish I didn’t have to sell it but the rise in home interest rates at the moment is difficult. Negotiable in price

$10,000Negotiable
Maitland, NSW

21/02/2024

2018 Subaru Forester Luxury

  • 143000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2018 Subaru Forester luxury 143,000 km’s Tow bar Paint protecting wrap on the front Tow bar Couple minor paint defects Overall good condition car Only selling due to upgrade

$22,000Negotiable
Berrimah, NT

21/02/2024

2014 SUBARU FORESTER 2.0XT PREMIUM CONTINUOUS VARIABLE 4D WAGON

  • 124000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

ITS YOUR LUCKY DAY!!! By clicking on this ad' you've earned yourself an opportunity to acquire the world's greatest urban assault vehicle Let me introduce you to "Louie's Chariot" (Louie is our 3 year old kid). She is a 2014 Subaru Forrester XT Premium model which is the top-of-the-line, all the extras/bells/whistles, go-fast version of the Forrester. All those other 2.5i Forresters you've been looking at are dog sh!t next to her. But seriously, we love this car. She has never missed a beat.

$21,500Negotiable
Murwillumbah, NSW

21/02/2024

2012 Subaru Forester S-edition 5 Sp Auto Elec Sportshift 4d Wagon

  • 209000 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Sad to move the Subaru on but we need a bigger car. Fitted with Aftermarket ROH Alloy Wheels. New Brake Pads and Slotted Rotors. New Front Dunlop Tyres Recently serviced and roadworthy and rego will be provided upon sale. Some minor scratches and marks on bumpers. Price negotiable for serious offers.

$12,250
Ningi, QLD

20/02/2024

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

  • 226079 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Selling as I already bought UTE

$7,000
Colebee, NSW

20/02/2024

2007 SUBARU FORESTER X 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON

  • 326000 km
  • SUV
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2007 Subaru Forester In good condition for it's age. Recently checked over by a mechanic. Hi/Lo range Manual. ACT Rego until May 2024. One minor fender dint and paint is tired. Recently detailed, interior in good condition. Price negotiable.

$3,200Negotiable
Carwoola, ACT

20/02/2024

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.