Used Subaru Forester Hybrid for Sale nearMadison, WI

Is the Subaru Forester Hybrid a good car?

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

The main trade-offs are fairly pedestrian performance, a firm ride quality, and a cabin that leans more practical than plush. Even so, the Subaru Forester Hybrid stands out for its fuel efficiency, impressive off-road abilities, and comfortable character.

35.6% 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, 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, with the hybrid powertrain and the core Forester Hybrid setup for shoppers who want the model’s efficiency and capability at the starting point.
• Touring: the top trim, adding the most upscale equipment in the lineup, including front-seat ventilation, heated outboard rear seats, a driver attention monitor, and the available contrasting black roof.

What Subaru Forester Hybrid do most buyers choose?

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

The highest-volume years usually give you the broadest selection of prices, trims, and conditions, which makes it easier to compare options and find a strong match. They also tend to be the easiest years to shop if you want a balance of availability and deal quality.

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:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2026 model has the most listings. The Subaru Forester Hybrid offers a comfortable cabin with a rugged character that fits well with everyday driving and weekend use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: All Forester Hybrid models are powered by a 2.5-liter horizontally opposed flat four-cylinder "boxer" engine, a 1.1-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, and 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 September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.