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2016 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

$29,195 starting MSRP
side view of 2016 Forester Subaru
(158 reviews)
91% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.6
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Safest car I've ever owned

My wife and I had a major wreck a few years back. Consumer reports recommended this car for it's safety, mileage, and other reasons. After a test drive we bought this car and love being part of the Subaru family.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • 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 Subarus

It's my 3rd Subaru. Reliable, long lasting cars and one of the safest vehicles around. My first one saved my life in a head on collision. They go in any weather, any condition.

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Loved the features and safety

Subaru came highly recommended by family members. Very happy my daughter has a safe, stylish, reliable car that was reasonably priced! Thank you George at World Subaru!

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
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Excellent interior room

I switched from a short bed pick-up (Ford Explorer SportTrac), and managed to fit all the same work gear with one side of the rear seat folded down. It is truly cavernous inside considering the overall footprint - plenty of headroom for 5'10" and great visibility over the hood. Acceleration is good, mileage is excellent. I had to add J-cradles for my kayaks + front and rear hood loops for tie-down locations, but it carries my 15' kayaks just fine with proper strapping. Watch out for the brake light parking switch - they have been known to fail which can keep you from getting into drive. Also, the transmission valve cover can leak around 100k miles, which can be an expensive fix. Subaru extended the warranty to cover it, and put out a service bulletin - which your dealer may conveniently "forget" to mention.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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My dream car!

This car is everything I’ve ever wanted in a car. From the color, the style, Bluetooth connectivity, back up camera, make, everything is absolutely perfect.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The most reliable car I’ve owned.

Plenty of interior space for a medium size SUV. Great family car! I bought it new and am selling because I got a new car.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Family car that is very reliable

This car is a great family car. Withstands extreme weather conditions. We have never had any problems with the car since it was bought. We travel a lot and usually take a lot of luggage with us to the airport which this car was fully capable of carrying comfortably. Overall very satisfied with this model.

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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Love the Forester, comfortably, gas efficient,

I love our Subaru Forester. My husband is 6' 4" he did not fit in the Outback.. We both enjoy the comfort and the great gas mileage. We know that the safety of a subaru has a 5 star rating. The Forester is everything we could ask for...

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best Car Ever

I wanted a “forever” car, and I wanted the best. The things that matter to me are safety, reliability, looks and enjoyment. The forester hits all the boxes. I couldn’t be happier.

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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Great car

My favorites about the Forester are the visibility from The interior while maneuvering and how the car handles during dicey road conditions. The all wheel drive makes for a secure drive

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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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