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2018 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

$22,795–$23,795 MSRP range
side view of 2018 Forester Subaru
(514 reviews)
94% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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good features

Have only owned it for a month, so far so good,have owned one in past and loved it because it had true four wheel drive, low and high

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Overall it?s a great car and a great value.

I love it. Previously owned a Toyota Highlander limited. The pick up, comfort, amenities, and the safety ratings are similar. I chose the Subaru Forester for the value with so many similar options. And the gas mileage on my Forester is near and often double that of my Highlander.

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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Best car I've ever owned

My typical car buying criteria includes 1) does it run? and 2) how forgiving is the steering wheel? When the car breaks down, I need to know I'm not going to break my hand hitting the steering wheel. I'm obviously joking, but not 100%. I have always had a love hate relationship with cars. I went into this experience looking for something safe, good in the snow and with decent gas mileage (my daily commute is rough on my vehicles.) The Forester met and so far has exceeded all of my expectations. I think I am a Suby convert for life now. I cannot say enough good things about this car.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Reliable and best value car I have ever owned

This car met all of my needs. At a great price, it has 4 wheel drive, leather seats, sunroof and is known for it's great reliability. Couldn't be happier with this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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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Smileyfox

Love the visablity as well as the leg room. The moon roof is awsome. The space behind backseat is very roomy. And lastly the multi positions of the drivers seat is fantastic!

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable and comfortable car I've every owned

This car is very spacious inside. Visibility is very important to me, so after test driving other cars like the Ford Edge, Honda CVS, and Rav 4, for me, there was no comparison. Also, I love that the driver seat is easily adjustable to a height that is good for my small frame, and it also so comfortable. Living in a city with huge potholes it makes the ride a lot smoother than my old honda civic. The Eyesight features are fabulous and easy to understand. I used to hate driving now I can't wait to get into my Subaru.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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love my suv

would like for Subaru to do speedometer in 5 or 10 not 20. other wise happy with suv. very roomy and comfortable. like the storgage area in back.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Have owned it only month so far so good

Received a e-mail thru star link that my tire pressures where low, checked pressure in tires and found that right rear was only 23 lbs put in 30 lbs corrected problem. That star link message was a good message even thou I was aware of low tire pressure because of the warning on dash board.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Another great Forester!

Had a Forester. Eager to go with a new model. Lots of new feartures on the Premium model. Lots more satisfied driving in my future!

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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Incredibly well balanced vehicle.

This vehicle is exactly what I wanted. Safe, comfortable, well equipped and good looking. It has plenty of acceleration, averages around 30mpg, and the safety features are fantastic. Def recommend the Eyesight feature.

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 Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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