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2017 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

$22,595–$23,595 MSRP range
side view of 2017 Forester Subaru
(322 reviews)
93% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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Great car

I really like this SUV. I feel safe and knowing that my family is safe makes me feel really good. Also know that I have a reliable car is great. Something to pass on to my kids when they are driving.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable safest car we have ever owned

Extremely satisfied with the car and purchasing process. This car is loaded with safety features not found on comparable vehicles

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

We bought this Forester to replace our 18 year old Forester, which has had few mechanical problems at all. Apart from great all-around engineering, we love the sight lines -big windows and mirrors and small blind spots (in addition to electronic/visual detection systems.)

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Safest car on the road

It's my third Forester. I just call my salesman and tell him what color to look for. It is the easiest car to handle that I have ever driven. Can turn on a dime. Great room inside. Great mileage. I live 3 blocks from a busy main shopping street, and with 2 short highway trips a week, I am getting 25.8 mpg.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very pleased

We spent many hours researching small SUV's. Our final choices were the Forester, Honda CRV and Toyota RAV4. Because of design, visibility and safety features, we chose the Forester. Couldn't be happier!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great set of wheels

I have the Premium edition of the vehicle. It is without a doubt, a great set of wheels. Economical and stylish to say the least. A real head-turner.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best small SUV for the money

For the money you pay, you absolutely can not beat this package! Great handling, reliability and performance

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Beautiful Vehicle

We just bought a 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5 Touring model in the Sepia Bronze color with chocolate color leather interior. It is one of the most prettiest vehicles I believe that has ever been made. The exterior is an excellent body style and the interior is very elegant. The seats are very comfortable and the ride is superb. My husband and I decided on a Subaru Forester because of their past history of being very reliable and their performance.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does recommend this car
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Subaru Strong

Overall this is the best vehicle out there, hands down. My wife and I fell in love with it after a few test drives and we could not have wished for a better car. It meets all of our important requirements, comfort, affordability, fuel efficiency, and above all safety. We love the fact that we can take SUV anywhere and enjoy the ride. We take advantage of Washington's many state campgrounds and are excited to drive out there with the peace of mind that Subaru provides with their extremely reliable cars.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Third Subaru Forester

It handles beautifully in turns, has the complete safety package, which is incredible, and very comfortable. I live in a pretty congested area, and do short trips, besides highway once or twice a week and am averaging 26.5 mpg.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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