2009 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

My wife and I wanted a reliable vehicle for our grandchildren to use while they are learning to drive. Our other vehicles are standard shift, so we wanted a car with an Automatic Transmission that they can use before we attempt to indoctrinate them on a Manual Transmission.

Good for hauling if you don’t mind oil spots everywhere. There have been so many recalls but they have not addressed oil problem that starts around 70000 miles and is common knowledge on all the blogs.

This car is fantastic. Planned on driving it for another 80,000 miles but couldn't pass up buying my father's low-mileage Subaru. Gets around great year-round, and I already miss the VERY LARGE moon-roof!

This has met all our needs . It has been very reliable getting my elderly parent around. Very comfortable for long trips. Has heated front seats.

Best most reliable make of car I've ever owned. They run forever and are a pleasure to drive in any kind of weather. This is my 5th since 1985 !!

I've had no major problems with this car. I've gotten 218,000 miles on this car. That says a lot considering using it for hunting and fishing plus every day running.

The car has met all my needs even in the winter snow and ice no problem with it at any time the six months i have owned. The forest er

I feel comfortable and safe in the car, great visibility. The car handles extremely well in the snow, probably improve even more when I get snow tires. I like the exterior styling and open visibility, all around.

Our '04 Outback has been excellent even at over 200k miles. The '09 Forester has been a visual medley of warning lights. Replaced both catalytic converters and all four tire pressure sensors ($400). Check engine light keeps coming on, same catalytic converter error as before. My mechanic says the engine checks out okay but l've heard these cars burn oil (apparently without losing compression). Now we're looking at 3 thou worth of engine rebuild and cat converter replacement. No, I wouldn't recommend an 09 Forester to a friend - or even an enemy. 'Blue Baru' has been a serious disappointment.

I like how it handles, cargo space, and the size of the sunroof is awesome. I am happy to now be part of the Subaru family.