Used Subaru Forester for Sale nearBurlington, WI

How much does the Subaru Forester cost in today's market?

Used Subaru Forester prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Subaru Forester's current nationwide average price is $22,473, and its lowest point over the past year was $20,285. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Subaru Forester a good car?

Yes — the Subaru Forester is a strong used-car pick if you want a practical SUV with broad owner approval and a long-running reputation for usefulness. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Forester for its spacious cabin, reliability, and all-wheel-drive confidence. Comfort, visibility, and everyday practicality also come up again and again, which helps explain why it remains such a popular family SUV.

Expert reviews rate the 2019 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs in recent expert reviews center on sluggish acceleration, a CVT that can feel slow, and infotainment systems that can seem dated or frustrating to use.

32.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru Forester models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Forester for its reliability, roomy interior, and all-weather confidence. The model’s practical design, strong safety reputation, and comfortable ride also show up repeatedly across the data.

• Owners rate the Subaru Forester between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable overall, especially if you focus on well-kept examples with clean history reports and strong maintenance records.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: EyeSight
• Infotainment: 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 26 mpg in combined driving

Which Subaru Forester trim should I buy?

The 2026 Subaru Forester offers these trims:

• Base: the entry trim in the gas-only lineup, with the redesigned Forester’s core utility and safety focus.
• Premium: a step up for buyers who want more everyday comfort and convenience.
• Sport: adds a more expressive look and a sportier feel.
• Limited: brings a more upscale equipment mix for shoppers who want extra refinement.
• Wilderness: the best-value trim for buyers who want the most capability, with a lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, extra body cladding, anodized copper accents, water-resistant artificial leather, all-weather floor mats, a rubber cargo mat, and the model’s most adventure-ready character.
• Touring: the most premium trim, with the highest-end comfort and convenience treatment.

What Subaru Forester do most buyers choose?

The Subaru Forester years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they combine strong availability with recent-model features and pricing that still sits below brand-new inventory. That gives you more choices while keeping the Forester’s core practicality and all-wheel-drive appeal intact.

What is the Subaru Forester's resale value?

Most Forester model years are moving lower year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want more room to negotiate. The declines are strongest on some newer years, while older years are changing more slowly, which suggests steadier pricing at the lower end of the lineup.

The 2017, 2016, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Subaru Forester safe?

• 2026: 9/10
• 2025: 9/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2019: 10/10
• 2017: 7/10
• 2016: 8/10
• 2015: 9/10
• 2014: 7/10

Subaru calls its package of camera-based advanced driving assistance systems EyeSight, and it includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and lane-centering assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2019 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Subaru Forester now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −6.63% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −7.08%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 33.5% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $31,063. The Subaru Forester offers a roomy cabin, strong visibility, and the kind of practical all-weather character that makes it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: the latest Forester Wilderness uses a normally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder that produces 180 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, and Subaru says the CVT features eight programmed ratios.
• Tech: the latest Forester Wilderness pairs a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel with an 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and it includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: the latest Forester adds improved rear seatbelts and includes EyeSight, active blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Automatic Emergency Steering.
• Starting price: the gas-only 2026 Forester lineup starts at $31,445.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Subaru Forester compare to the 2024 Honda CR-V?

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

Compare 2026 Subaru Forester Trims

The Forester lineup offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to adventure-ready models, all featuring AWD for versatile driving.

• Starting at $28,564
• Best MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Most Popular: Premium AWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

AWD — "Who It's For"

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

• Avg. market price: $28,564 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 220 listings
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Premium AWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped vehicle for adventures without going for the higher-priced trims.

• Avg. market price: $32,458 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 1,563 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sport AWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty feel with added luxury features without stepping up to the Limited.

• Avg. market price: $35,779 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 782 listings
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Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxurious experience with advanced technology without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $36,475 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 618 listings
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Wilderness AWD — "Who It's For"

The Wilderness AWD is the pick for shoppers who want off-road capabilities with premium features without compromising on comfort.

• Avg. market price: $36,707 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 28 hwy
• Inventory: 551 listings
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Touring AWD — "Who It's For"

The Touring AWD is the pick for shoppers who want the most refined features and technology without going for the highest trim.

• Avg. market price: $38,130 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 544 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium AWD

With 1,563 active listings, the Premium AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — AWD

At $28,564 avg market price — below the lineup median of $36,127 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — AWD

The AWD trim offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 26/33 MPG/MPGe.

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