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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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  • 9833 km
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$47,980 Excl. Gov. Charges
Victoria Park, WA

Dealer used
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  • 48524 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

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$39,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
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  • 9833 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

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$42,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
Alexandria, NSW

Dealer used
16 hours ago

2022 Subaru Forester S5 MY22 2.5i Sport CVT AWD White 7 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

  • 37900 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2022 Subaru Forester S5 MY22 2.5i Sport CVT AWD White 7 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

$44,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Wangara, WA

Dealer used
18 hours ago

2021 Subaru Forester S5 MY22 2.5i Sport CVT AWD White 7 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

  • 32172 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

Sunshine Coast –Maroochydore One Owner – Low KMs – Full Service History Call us on this car and ask how to put it on hold for a test drive. All Cars Ready for Sale with Roadworthy Certificate, and our own 50 Point Quality Assurance Check. Here is how we make it easy for you: Fast Easy Finance in as little as 4 Hours/Free Credit check without accessing your Credit File. Instant transfer of registration and ownership if you need a car TODAY. Extended Warranty available on sel

$42,990 Drive Away^
Maroochydore, QLD

Dealer used
28/04/2024

2023 Subaru Forester S5 MY24 2.5i Sport CVT AWD Blue 7 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

  • 3580 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2023 Subaru Forester S5 MY24 2.5i Sport CVT AWD Blue 7 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

$47,980 Excl. Gov. Charges
Victoria Park, WA

Dealer used
28/04/2024

2021 Subaru Forester S5 MY21 2.5i Sport CVT AWD White 7 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

  • 47402 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

2021 Subaru Forester S5 MY21 2.5i Sport CVT AWD White 7 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

$38,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Gawler South, SA

Dealer used
28/04/2024

2023 Subaru Forester S5 MY24 2.5i Sport CVT AWD Blue 7 Speed Constant Variable Wagon

  • 2412 km
  • SUV
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.5L

X DEMO SALE, ASK ABOUT OUR 10 +10 +10 SALE while stocks last 10 YR warranty 10 YR roadside assist 10 yr capped price service conditions apply, ask in store for details we are 5 mins from Perth CBD call now

$48,878 Excl. Gov. Charges
Victoria Park, WA

Dealer demo
27/04/2024

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.