2012 Subaru Forester

Rating from Mountain Lovers

(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

"We noticed the Subaru was prevalent at the Farmer's Market we went to on Saturdays and now we know why. Absolutely love the ground clearance and comfort on the road!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from My first Subaru

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

"The all wheel drive easily tames adverse weather and road conditions with confidence. Good overall handling and corners excellent, braking is firm and predictable. The engine is a bit noisy but produces adequate power with good gas mileage. Overall fit and finish are OK but low marks go to the rather bland and plastic interior. Seating is also OK but driver vision is excellent."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Summer of Love

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

"We needed to replace our truck and since small trucks are no longer made, we wanted something that would fit our needs. We tried a lot of SUV's and found the Subaru Forester had the biggest bang for the buck. We love it!!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Chicago

(1)
Comfort:		1 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		1 out of 5
Value for the Money:		1 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"I've owned the car for two months, have about 2250 miles on it. I can't even run errands without having my back tweak out at this point. It was fine for the first couple of weeks and now I want to cry at the prospect of driving anywhere. And I have a car payment to boot! I've been to the chiropractor, had massages. I definitely cannot afford the medical bills that this design will cause! I agree that the radio is really awful as well. Pros: Visibility, car length, height off ground, 4WD. Cons: Seats, gas mileage, radio, rattling, low power."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Disappointed Buyer

(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:		4 out of 5

"I purchased my 2012 Subaru Forester in August. I soon discovered that when I selected outside air to circulate thru the vehicle, the air temperature much exceeded the outdoor temperature making the vehicle unbearably hot. In fact, even with the fan turned off and the gauge turned to cool, hot air still blows out of the vents. I have been to the dealership twice regarding this peculiarity and was told to either turn on the a.c. or hit the recirculate button. The a.c. worked, but the recirculate did nothing to rectify the problem. They told me this is engine air and nothing can be done to correct it. How weird is this??? I only have 1600 miles on it and already vehemently dislike this car. Has anyone else experienced this strange situation?"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from taB

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

"This appears to be a great vehicle. I've owned it for two months; I've driven it about 1100 miles. I bought the sporty XT Turbo model with all the buttons. It's very peppy. It handles well. The fuel economy for my Forester is comparable to other vehicles in its class. However, the fuel economy could be improved. For the high cost of the Subaru Forester XT, the radio and GPS system which are part of the same unit could be more advanced and up to date. The audio and GPS options, commands, and controls seem archaic; Both features lack sophistication. I owned a new American-made vehicle in 2008 which was also loaded with all the buttons. In 2012, the loaded Forester XT's audio and GPS should not be inferior to that of a 2008 vehicle which was significantly less in cost. The aero roof rack rattles at times. I haven't had the chance to have it looked at. The interior cargo cover rattles a bit. At speeds close to 80mph, something changes. I'm not sure what it is. The tires seem bumpy or maybe it's just the louder tire noise from the road. I'll ask about it at the dealership. Overall, I'm happy with my purchase but I see where improvements can be made. I have peace in knowing that Subaru (as a company) takes customer feedback seriously. The brand has been significantly improved over the years."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from 10001

(4)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 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

"Ill I always had high expectations for Suburu and they delivered. BEST customer service i have ever had in my life!. I bought this Forester for my wife about 4 months ago. Overall it is really nice, good MPG. We enjoy it a lot for long trips and in the city of course. I found that the Heated seat buttons where in a weird spot. But that's a minor thing!. They also should of gave it a little more kick to the HP, even 15 or 20 hp would of made a world of difference. I would recommend this suv to anyone of my friends."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from Stick Shifter

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

"I wanted to replace my 2004 Subaru Outback wagon with a car like my wife's 2006 Forester. I wanted a stick and AWD, which pretty much leaves me with Subaru. Unfortunately, they made the Forester a lot bigger in 2009, and I ended up with a much larger car than I wanted. I think it's oversized for the power train as well, because you can feel it hesitating when the A/C kicks in & out. It's OK, and all I really want is safe reliable transportation. I'm certainly not as happy with it as I had hoped for the money spent, but there weren't any other options."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from sense-ible driver

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

"I was disappointed in the newer small SUV's on the market because they all sacrificed visibility for style. All the Lexus wannabes have a sloped roof and the larger rear pillars (as well as those high headrests in the front and back seats) which make for large blind spots. I found it difficult to safely change lanes for lack of a clear view. I was actually amused that Mazda recognized the problem, but instead of redesigning the car to solve the problem, they added a blind spot sensor and alarm on the side mirror to let you know someone is there, even if you can't see him. The sloped roof also cuts the distance you can see behind your car. My Forester has virtually no blind spots! Also the hatch back area with the higher roof makes an adequate space for my 2 dogs to ride so I don't have dog hair all over my car seats. And the car doesn't look like all the others. A plus!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from mozart

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

"The car itself is great. Good visibility, great handling and plenty of power. They really dropped the ball with the stereo. The worst radio Ive ever had in a car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting