Top2008 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON
- 91859 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
Low kms and in excellent condition! Has been a reliable family car and would suit all buyers. Priced to sell!
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
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$12,000
Mutdapilly, QLD
21/04/2024
Top2012 SUBARU FORESTER X S3 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON 2.5i
- 124110 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
LOW KMS NEAR SHOWROOM CONDITION EXTERIOR PEARL WHITE CRYSTAL DUCO ALLOY MAGS 18" HEATED FRONT WINDSCREEN INTERIOR LUXURY BLACK CHROME LEATHER ADJUSTABLE HEATED SEATS PURE WOOL SLATE GREY FLOOR CARPETING
$15,800
Bellambi, NSW
20/04/2024
Top2005 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON
- 168200 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
Great car. Low kms. Full log book service history. Lots of receipts. Just had service with timing belt replaced. 7 months rego. Newish tyres. Everything works. There are some exterior blemishes, interior is good. Drives well.
$7,800
Manly Vale, NSW
23/04/2024
Urgent
Top2007 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON
- 259000 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
rwc included!! selling fast due travelling Features: ·Air Conditioning ·CD Player ·Central Locking ·Cruise Control ·Driver Airbag ·Electric Windows ·Nudge Bar ·Power Steering ·Roof Rail ·Sunroof
$8,000Negotiable
Mernda, VIC
24/04/2024
Top2008 SUBARU FORESTER X 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON
- 265000 km
- SUV
- Manual
- 4 cyl 2.5L
Complete service history, the car was serviced and registered in April 2023. Selling as I've just bought an EV. 2008 Subaru Forester 4WD Manual: - New battery installed in May 2023 - Tinted windows - Cargo cage - Reverse camera - Dash camera - Touch screen radio - Phone holder and iPhone charger - Roof racks and a tow bar - Alarm system - LED light bar Reliable, very regularly serviced and it has been a lot of care and upkeep has been put to this car. Everything works perfectly and it's a gr
$5,500Negotiable
Oran Park, NSW
22/04/2024
Top2005 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5 X
- 263000 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Full and thorough service history with proof of invoices Just had serviced 14/2/24 Genuine Subaru roof racks Rego until 10/6/24 New passenger side rear wheel bearing New alternator Head gasket replaced in 2021 4 brand new tires and wheel alignment in 2022 Drives very well Extremely well looked after car (freshly detailed) 3 previous owners not including myself Selling due to upgrading $7000 ono
$7,000Negotiable
Grafton, NSW
24/04/2024
2012 SUBARU FORESTER AWD Excellent Condition *urgent sale!*
- 167398 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
Well maintained and loved Subaru 2012 Forester. Much loved family car, selling to downsize. Full service history. Just been serviced and CV joints and suspension bushes done. Airconditioned and Bluetooth connectivity.
$12,500
Kingsley, WA
22 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
25/04/2024
Urgent
2007 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON
- 259000 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
rwc included!! selling fast due travelling Features: ·Air Conditioning ·CD Player ·Central Locking ·Cruise Control ·Driver Airbag ·Electric Windows ·Nudge Bar ·Power Steering ·Roof Rail ·Sunroof
$8,000Negotiable
Mernda, VIC
24/04/2024
2005 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5 X
- 263000 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Full and thorough service history with proof of invoices Just had serviced 14/2/24 Genuine Subaru roof racks Rego until 10/6/24 New passenger side rear wheel bearing New alternator Head gasket replaced in 2021 4 brand new tires and wheel alignment in 2022 Drives very well Extremely well looked after car (freshly detailed) 3 previous owners not including myself Selling due to upgrading $7000 ono
$7,000Negotiable
Grafton, NSW
24/04/2024
2005 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON
- 168200 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
Great car. Low kms. Full log book service history. Lots of receipts. Just had service with timing belt replaced. 7 months rego. Newish tyres. Everything works. There are some exterior blemishes, interior is good. Drives well.
$7,800
Manly Vale, NSW
23/04/2024
2005 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON
- 240000 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
2005 model 204000km 2.5l Boxer engine Cruise control ABS Brakes Dual air bags All wheel drive Electric windows Excellent condition Good tyres Always garaged Log books Regularly serviced Tow bar included
$6,800Negotiable
Grafton, NSW
23/04/2024
2008 SUBARU FORESTER X 5 SP MANUAL 4D WAGON
- 265000 km
- SUV
- Manual
- 4 cyl 2.5L
Complete service history, the car was serviced and registered in April 2023. Selling as I've just bought an EV. 2008 Subaru Forester 4WD Manual: - New battery installed in May 2023 - Tinted windows - Cargo cage - Reverse camera - Dash camera - Touch screen radio - Phone holder and iPhone charger - Roof racks and a tow bar - Alarm system - LED light bar Reliable, very regularly serviced and it has been a lot of care and upkeep has been put to this car. Everything works perfectly and it's a gr
$5,500Negotiable
Oran Park, NSW
22/04/2024
2008 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON
- 91859 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
Low kms and in excellent condition! Has been a reliable family car and would suit all buyers. Priced to sell!
$12,000
Mutdapilly, QLD
21/04/2024
2012 SUBARU FORESTER X S3 4 SP AUTO ELEC SPORTSHIFT 4D WAGON 2.5i
- 124110 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
LOW KMS NEAR SHOWROOM CONDITION EXTERIOR PEARL WHITE CRYSTAL DUCO ALLOY MAGS 18" HEATED FRONT WINDSCREEN INTERIOR LUXURY BLACK CHROME LEATHER ADJUSTABLE HEATED SEATS PURE WOOL SLATE GREY FLOOR CARPETING
$15,800
Bellambi, NSW
20/04/2024
2004 SUBARU FORESTER X 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D WAGON
- 247252 km
- SUV
- Auto
- 4 cyl 2.5L
2004 Subaru Forester 2.5x Automatic Very reliable car Runs very well, no mechanical issues Good condition inside and outside It has some minor scratches and some cosmetic imperfections Rego-insurance June 2024 Green slip June 2024 Pink slip 22/12/23 Selling due to upgrade Thule rack RHINO-RACK MASTERFIT ROOF BOX 370L (BLACK) almost new. Aditional storage You are welcome to ask and to book an inspection
$5,400Negotiable
Keerrong, NSW
19/04/2024
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
Capped-price servicing program up to 3 years or 75,000km. Every 15,000km or 12 months, whichever is sooner. Each service currently costs between $311.74 and $581.24 depending on engine/variant. Subaru Forester parts and equipment can be found on Gumtree.
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.