2001 Subaru Forester

Rating from haba

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Great car for the money! Bought as my daughter's 1st car, due to the all wheel drive feature. So far it's been great on the snowy roads in northern CT."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Nora Bryant

(5)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I love my subaru forester! It's great off road and in snow and just on the pavement! It has a six disc cd player and heated seats and mirrors. I wouldn't trade it for anything!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Safety minded

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"Subarus combine AWD with all of today's modern safety features like air bags, ABS and excellent crash testing to make this the safest used car for the money by far! Forester, in particular, adds the benefit of being classified an SUV (cute ute) and that gives it a low insurance risk rating. That's very important if you're insuring a young driver!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from Educated Consumer

(3)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"Hello, Be warned that the 2.5 liter Subaru 4 cyl. engine was derived from the solid 2.2 liter engine. There are points where the gaskets don't have thick enough purchase due to the removal of metal necessitated by increasing the engine's displacement. The engine leaked coolant. That's inexcusable. The panderous car market always wants more. The drive train remains quite sound otherwise. The interior is comfortable and the car rides well. Check for leaks before you buy."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from OTL Himself

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I bought my '01 Forester in 2005, and it had 59,000 miles on it. Six years later, it's approaching 172,000 miles and has given me and my family outstanding service. I'm the type of driver who tends to run cars through the wringer, and this one runs as strong as it did when I bought it. It doesn't burn a drop of oil, and hasn't lost any fuel mileage. The only breakdown I ever experienced was due to the clutch failing, and the clutch that had failed was an aftermarket clutch I'd had installed two years prior, after the original clutch had gone for about 130,000 miles. During college, I commuted 40 minutes one-way over winding mountain roads for 2 years. Afterward, I commuted over an hour to work each day for seven months. NOT ONCE did this car let up on me during all of that. I've taken it on countless trips out of town for concerts, camping trips, and sporting events, and it NEVER fails to get the job done. Over the years, my "Silver Tank," as I call it, has become considered a longtime, trusted, valued friend to me."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from off rotar

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"its great for handling off road terrain, reliable as ever. low maintenance & great on gas. whats not 2 love?"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from ryguy

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I own a 2001 subaru forester awd and love it its gotta 167,000 miles and is still in perfect condition."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from GGE

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"this car is another world of Driving and Stability. This car is driving safely. What U Want, car realise it in the life. Interior is optimal for driver and passanger. When U Buy it U need first understanding what U want, If U need "Active Driver Car", unbeliveble stabilized, safe and real 4 moution, U find it in this car. U do not like Car extra service ? this car is for U. U Need real ! Universal ! car, for all situation in your life, This car is for U. U do not like Big monster Car? Ok That`s it. For Quicker or slower driving, Snow and Whinter driving, Street or Dirt Driving.... ALL - In - One Car is Subaru Forester, ... try drive it and U trust me. Real allways FULL Moution small Sport Utiliti Vehicle. I can wrote more, but best if stop here, because i love this car....."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from skywatcher

(3)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		2 out of 5

"I have had many problems with this car. Bought it new and within a year have had a check engine light go on and off ever since. Repairs consisted of: oxygen sensors, catylitic converter and other emissions problems which have not been cheap. I have 130,000 miles on it now and would like to get atleast 200,000 but very tired of pouring $500 to $1000 each year but it is cheaper than a car payment each month. On the flip side - this car is awesome in snow and very durable and reliable. It can take a lot of bumps well. Just wonder if I got a lemon."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Love My Subaru?

(3)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Handling:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		2 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"Love my Subaru. Love the outer design, rides well. Seats pretty comfortable, Wide windshield, handles great. Then: Giant gas mileage reduction, engine light problems (codes cleared twice), failed smog ($250 diagnosis/$18o for 2 smogs), followed by Catalytic converter and front O2 sensor repair ($1000+), better gas mileage. Now transmission fluid leak and gas mileage reduction to be followed by: back O2 sensor? Transmission repair(prob. $800-1000)? Yikes!Brakes to come...So far no wheel bearings... Bad dash design! Can't see instrument panel when wheel in certain positions. What's with the cheap cup holder in front of the AC/heat controls (which take a long time to heat up-my Mazda was really great, the cheap vinyl visors. Such a shame because the reputation is excellent."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around