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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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Great value!

I purchased a 2018 Forester XT Touring. The vehicle is comfortable, handles well, and has great acceleration on the highway. The interior is incredible for the price point! The Forester has come a long way and I am so excited to finally own one.

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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Keep coming back to Subarus

Very well thought out. Rear view camera helps backing up and works at night. As with all Subarus, great handling. Excellent safety features.

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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Always happy with a Subaru Forester

I love driving the Subaru Forester. My only wish is that it still had that "classic" look to it like the 2009 Forester, which was the year we purchased our first Forester. The reliability of the car is great. It is comfortable to drive or be a passenger in. It is a good safe vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • 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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Smooth ride!

I went in to test drive the new Subaru Forester XT Touring. I fell in love with it right away. The turning radius is amazing! The features are amazing. Definitely go with the eyesight feature. It rides very smooth. I love the big moon roof! The leather seats are amazing. I usually pick cloth but the leather in the Forester is great quality! Highly recommend giving this car a test drive!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Such a smooth ride!

I love my new 2018 Subaru Forester XT Touring! I was a little hesitant to get the turbo but my boyfriend convinced me and I'm so happy I did. I love the extra boost! It's a fun car to drive. I love all of the features! The eyesight cameras are amazing! If you swerve to another lane the car eases you back over which is so awesome! I went with blue because there are too many white, silver and black cars on the road. You only live once, so go all out and get the Forester XT touring! I can't wait to try it out in the mountain in the Spring! Best car I've ever owned!! Very happy customer!

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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We love our new Forester!

We took it for a drive the day after we bought it. Very comfortable ride! There isn't one thing we don't like about the vehicle. We love the hands free aspect and I love the heated seats. Our newest vehicle was a 2004 - very plain - no bells and whistles. So we love all the extras on this 2018! And rides so smooth! Very roomy for our dogs!

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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Excellent SUV

Great visibility. Wonderful safety features. Fun to drive. I shopped around for quite a while, but am very satisfied with the Forester.

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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I love my new Subaru.

I love my new Subaru and loved my old Subaru. It has enough room inside and is perfect for us older folks. Not too big to park. Friends who have ridden in it say their next car will be a Subaru.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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We Love our 2018 Subaru Forester !

Exceeded our expectations. It has a very comfortable ride with great leg room and impressive technology. Subaru has finally caught up with the newest features of the more expensive cars in the market. It is a great value for your money.

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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2018 Subaru Forester

I love this car. The gas mileage is great. It has three SUB ports. My car has driver assist technology that warns of drivers approaching from different angles. It has a large trunk. Great 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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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