Used 2022 Subaru Forester for Sale near California

Compare 2022 Subaru Forester Trims

The 2022 Subaru Forester offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to adventure-ready models, all featuring AWD for enhanced capability.

• Starting at $19,211
• Best MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Most Popular: Premium Crossover AWD

Trim Overview

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Crossover AWD — "Who It's For"

The Crossover AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $19,211 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 661 listings
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Premium Crossover AWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Crossover AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped vehicle for adventures without going overboard on price.

• Avg. market price: $22,439 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 3,137 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sport Crossover AWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport Crossover AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty look and feel without sacrificing practicality.

• Avg. market price: $24,711 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 1,464 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Limited Crossover AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited Crossover AWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features and comfort in their compact SUV.

• Avg. market price: $25,334 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 1,794 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Wilderness Crossover AWD — "Who It's For"

The Wilderness Crossover AWD is the pick for shoppers who want rugged capability for off-road adventures without compromising on comfort.

• Avg. market price: $25,215 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 1,472 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Touring Crossover AWD — "Who It's For"

The Touring Crossover AWD is the pick for shoppers who want the latest tech and luxury features in a compact SUV.

• Avg. market price: $26,569 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 1,187 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium Crossover AWD

With 3,137 active listings, the Premium Crossover AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Crossover AWD

At $19,211 avg market price — below the lineup median of $24,963 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — Crossover AWD

The Crossover AWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 26/33 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2022 Subaru Forester cost?

Prices have softened 8.44% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 4,060 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2022 Subaru Forester a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Subaru Forester earns a 4.62/5 user rating and an 8/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Form and function, Cost effectiveness, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its comfortable ride, safety features, spacious interior, AWD capabilities, and useful technology. The trade-offs are familiar ones: the styling can feel outdated, storage space is limited for some shoppers, and performance is not especially strong.

For you, that means the Forester makes the most sense if you want a practical compact SUV that prioritizes everyday usefulness over flash or speed. It also lines up well with buyers who value all-weather confidence and a roomy cabin. Good and great deals account for 35.4% of listings, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Subaru Forester reliable?

Owners rate it 4.62/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback points to a vehicle that feels dependable, trouble-free, and easy to count on over time. The expert review also emphasizes durability and the Forester’s knack for holding its value, which reinforces the case for long-term ownership.

Subaru’s practical, low-drama approach to the Forester supports that reputation, especially if you want a used SUV that should be straightforward to live with. For used buyers, the main ownership risk is less about complexity and more about finding one that has been maintained well and not abused.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Subaru Forester?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on any candidate, even if it appears clean on the listing page. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a Wilderness model or any example that may have seen rough use. Focus on overall condition, signs of off-road wear, and whether the equipment on the car matches the trim you’re paying for.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base model starts with standard all-wheel drive and a 6.5-inch touchscreen, while higher trims add features such as an 8-inch screen, navigation, a Harman Kardon audio system, and a power rear liftgate. The Wilderness stands out with extra clearance, protective cladding, and an interior designed to get dirty, while Touring adds DriverFocus.
• Powertrain: The Forester uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive. The Wilderness version adds a design Subaru says improves initial torque supply and raises towing capacity to 3,000 pounds.
• Safety package: EyeSight 4.0 is the standard driver-assistance suite, and it includes automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, and Automatic Emergency Steering. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, rear automatic braking, and a rear-seat reminder are also included, while Touring adds DriverFocus.
• Infotainment: Base models get a 6.5-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, satellite radio, HD Radio, and Starlink connected services. Wilderness, Limited, and Touring use an 8-inch screen, and that setup adds navigation and a Harman Kardon premium sound system.
• Fuel efficiency: The Wilderness is rated at 26 mpg in combined driving, and the test vehicle averaged 25.9 mpg.

Which 2022 Subaru Forester trim should I buy?

The 2022 Subaru Forester is offered in 6 trim levels: base, Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, and Touring.

Here's the short version:

• base: This is the simplest way into the Forester, but it still gives you standard all-wheel drive, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and the core safety tech. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost path into the model and don’t need extra comfort or convenience features.
• Premium: This trim adds a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot and builds on the base model’s equipment without pushing the price as high as the upper trims. It’s the best-value choice if you want a more rounded daily driver without paying for luxury extras.
• Sport: The available information does not spell out a unique equipment advantage for this trim beyond the broader Forester lineup.
• Wilderness: This is the one to choose if you want the most adventurous Forester. It adds extra ground clearance, all-terrain tires, a front skid plate, a full-size spare, a 180-degree forward-view camera, and a more rugged setup for off-road use.
• Limited: This trim gets the larger 8-inch screen and adds navigation and a Harman Kardon premium sound system, making it a strong pick if you want more tech and a more upscale feel.
• Touring: This is the most feature-rich version, adding DriverFocus and the gesture-control climate function on top of the higher-end infotainment setup.

Touring trim also adds DriverFocus, which is the key safety-package upgrade at the top of the range.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Subaru Forester?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully without feeling rushed.

• Deal availability: 35.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 4,060 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.44% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 86.7% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $24,608, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Subaru Forester's resale value?

The current average of $24,608 sits slightly below last year's $26,877.

That price movement suggests the Forester has become more affordable for buyers, which can help you if you’re shopping now. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim desirability rather than on broad market momentum alone.

The good news is that the Forester’s reputation for practicality and owner satisfaction should help support demand when it’s time to sell. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.62/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Subaru Forester safe?

The 2022 Subaru Forester earns a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA, with five-star ratings in all evaluations except rollover resistance, which gets a four-star assessment.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Subaru’s EyeSight 4.0 safety system is standard, and it includes automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, and Automatic Emergency Steering. The Forester also includes a rear-seat reminder, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear automatic braking. Touring trim adds DriverFocus.

One caveat is that the IIHS had not yet rated the 2022 model at the time of review, and the Wilderness may require re-testing because of its modified height.

Should I buy a 2022 Subaru Forester or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 35.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.44% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.62/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Subaru updated it with fresh design details, upgraded EyeSight tech, and improved utility features.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $22,297, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $24,608 average.
• It stays focused on core strengths with modest updates and standard AWD.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $27,197, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $24,608 average.
• It adds next-generation EyeSight safety features and an improved standard infotainment system.

The bottom line: If you want the best balance of price, safety, and updated features, the 2022 is the smart default. If your budget is tighter, the 2021 is the value play; if you want the newer tech refinements and don’t mind paying more, the 2023 is the upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.