Used Subaru Forester Hybrid for Sale near Illinois

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

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

The Subaru Forester Hybrid's current nationwide average price is $35,929, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $35,929 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Subaru Forester Hybrid a good car?

Expert reviews rate the 2025 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out by experts are fairly pedestrian performance and a firm ride quality.

36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 96.3% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Subaru's EyeSight suite of advanced safety features.
• Infotainment: an 11.6-inch vertical infotainment touchscreen with built-in navigation, along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: up to 35 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 35 mpg in combined driving.

Which Subaru Forester Hybrid trim should I buy?

The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid offers these trims:

• Premium: the entry-level trim brings the hybrid powertrain, Subaru's EyeSight suite, the 11.6-inch vertical infotainment touchscreen with built-in navigation, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the model's fuel-efficient, comfortable, and off-road-capable character.
• Touring: the top trim adds a contrasting black roof, a driver attention monitor, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and an 11-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system.

What Subaru Forester Hybrid do most buyers choose?

The Subaru Forester Hybrid years with the most listings are 2026, 2025, and 2027.

Higher-listing years usually draw more shoppers because you get more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price and trim. They also tend to be the most visible choices in the used market, so you can shop with more confidence and flexibility.

What is the Subaru Forester Hybrid's resale value?

Used prices are moving lower, which can work in your favor if you're shopping for value. The change shown here is a meaningful drop, so buyers may find better entry points than they did a year ago. The 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Subaru Forester Hybrid safe?

• 2025: 8/10

All Forester Hybrid models come standard with Subaru's EyeSight suite of advanced safety features.

For the safest used buy, the 2025 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

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

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −6.8% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.8% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2026 model has the most listings. The Subaru Forester Hybrid offers a comfortable cabin and a rugged, all-weather character that suits everyday use and weekend trips.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: All Forester Hybrid models are powered by a 2.5-liter horizontally opposed flat four-cylinder "boxer" engine, fed by a 1.1-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, and combined they produce 194 horsepower.
• Tech: All Hybrid Foresters come with an 11.6-inch vertical infotainment touchscreen with built-in navigation, along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: All Forester Hybrid models come standard with Subaru's EyeSight suite of advanced safety features, including frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, rear automatic braking, and automatic high beams.
• Starting price: The 2025 Subaru Forester has a starting price of $36,415 for the entry-level Premium trim.

If you're buying used today, the 2026 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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.