How much does the 2022 Subaru Forester cost?

Prices have softened 7.90% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 4,133 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

If you find a listing below $24,903.75, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2022 Subaru Forester a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Subaru Forester earns a 4.62/5 user rating and an 8.00/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Form and function, Cost effectiveness, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its comfortable ride, safety features, and spacious interior. They also value its AWD capability and technology, which fits the Forester’s practical, confidence-first character.

The main trade-offs are its outdated styling and limited storage space, along with a desire for more powerful performance. That lines up with the overview: this is a useful SUV for buyers who prioritize practicality, weather confidence, and a roomy cabin over excitement.

With 32.9% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market still offers some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Subaru Forester reliable?

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

The owner feedback points to reliability-minded strengths such as being comfortable, safe, spacious, and generally dependable for everyday use. That kind of praise matters when you want a used SUV you can count on over time.

The expert drive notes also emphasize durability and a practical, easy-to-live-with character, which reinforces the Forester’s reputation as a trouble-free daily driver. Subaru’s cost-effectiveness notes further frame it as a durable vehicle that tends to hold its value over time.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is less about basic usefulness and more about whether a specific example has been maintained well and avoided hard use.

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

Accident-free inventory is solid at 87.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on any candidate, even if the listing looks clean. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one with off-road use. Focus on overall condition, signs of wear, and whether the vehicle’s equipment matches the trim you want.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base trim includes standard all-wheel drive and a practical cabin, but the more rugged Wilderness version adds extra ground clearance, protective cladding, and a dirt-friendly interior. The base model also starts with the smaller infotainment screen.
• Powertrain: The Forester uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive. It is tuned for everyday usefulness rather than quick acceleration, and the Wilderness version adds a more capable off-the-line feel plus a 3,000-pound towing rating.
• Safety package: EyeSight 4.0 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 trim gets 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 Premium adds access to a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot.
• Fuel efficiency: The Wilderness is rated at 26 mpg combined, and the test vehicle averaged 25.9 mpg in mixed driving.

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 trim: This is the value play if you want standard all-wheel drive, core safety tech, and a straightforward cabin without paying for extras.
• Sweet-spot trim: Premium is the best balance if you want added convenience, including access to a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot, without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• Premium/top trim: Touring is the most upscale choice, adding DriverFocus and the most complete feature set for buyers who want the most comfort and tech.
• Off-road trim: Wilderness is the one to choose if you genuinely want extra ground clearance, skid protection, and better off-road capability.

Touring trim adds DriverFocus, which monitors for drowsiness and distraction.

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

This is a moderate buyer’s market, so you can shop selectively without expecting a deep bargain on every listing.

• Deal availability: 32.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 4,133 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.90% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 87.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $24,903.75, 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 $24,897 sits slightly below last year's $27,031.

That price movement suggests the market has cooled, which can help you buy at a better entry point today. For a future seller, it also means resale value will depend heavily on condition, mileage, and how well the vehicle is equipped.

The Forester’s practical reputation and strong value positioning should help support demand, especially among shoppers who want standard all-wheel drive and a safety-first SUV. If you keep the vehicle clean, well maintained, and accident-free, you’re more likely to protect its value over time.

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?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2022 Forester earns five-star ratings in all evaluations except rollover resistance, which results in a four-star assessment.

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

Subaru’s EyeSight 4.0 safety system is standard and 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, which monitors for drowsiness and distraction. The expert review also notes that EyeSight 4.0 seemed smoother and more confident in operation, though one restart triggered warning lights in the instrument cluster.

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:

• 32.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 87.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.90% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.62/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Subaru added updated EyeSight tech, improved utility, and the Wilderness trim for extra capability.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $22,522, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $24,897 average.
• It leans on value, safety, and standard all-wheel drive.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $27,430, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $24,897 average.
• It adds refined safety features and an improved standard infotainment system.

The bottom line: The 2022 is the best all-around pick if you want the updated safety tech and the added versatility of the Wilderness-era lineup without paying 2023 pricing. If your priority is saving money, the 2021 is the smarter value buy; if you want the newest refinements and can stretch your budget, the 2023 is the cleaner upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.