Consumer Reviews
2018 Subaru Forester

Awesome Car!

by Subaru Forester from Conroe, Tx on October 2, 2017

Love this Subaru! This is my third one. My wife is 5 feet tall and the Forester fits her well. I only have one thing I'd like to be changed. My knees hit the underside of the dash so I have to keep the seat pulled back farther than I'd like. This makes the steering wheel a little harder to reach because it doesn't come back far enough for me. I'm 6 feet tall and it is a little bit uncomfortable. But, I still LOVE this car even more than the other two models I had. One of the reasons I bought it was the eyesight system and the fact that Subaru's last forever!

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Just getting around

Does recommend this car!!

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Wish I Knew Sooner

by Ken "Georgia" on September 8, 2017

My wife and I love this car. We were looking for something to take on long trips and with a little off road capability and this works perfect. The seats are comfortable and even if it's not the quickest car it delivers more then adequate power for our needs. I wish I had thought of Subaru sooner. In fact we are looking at replacing our Honda with another Subaru.

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Having fun

Does recommend this car!!

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Surprise

by Grandfather who shares his car with his grandson from Santa Cruz ca on November 5, 2017

I did quite a bit of research on cars and I still didn?t know what would fit my needs. Second car, I have limited movement due to my Arthritic back My son who resides in Seattle,takes his family camping boating and cycling in his Outback. I live near a few dealerships,so I test drove a few different suvs. My preference was the 2018 forester premium. The ease to get in and out of the car,the power seat and ease of driving. The price was fair. The salesman Mike was amazing.

Purchased a Used car

Uses car for Just getting around

Does recommend this car!!

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Tall guys usually have to settle for less!

by Thomas K from Seattle, WA on January 18, 2018

At 6'6", my options are limited, but I'm positive I'd buy the same car again even if I magically lost 11 inches. This car is fuel efficient but powerful, spacious but compact, elegant yet utilitarian... it's paradoxically the best of both worlds in every category. I went for the 2.5i Premium Black Edition, and it's ridiculously slick. The steering-responsive headlights were a luxury I didn't know I needed, but now I can never go back -- driving through the woods and backroads at night will never be the same. I can't say enough good things about this car, so instead I'll just identify the VERY FEW areas that could see improvement: -- The driver sits a little high. at 6'6" I still fit great, but it's a slightly unfamiliar position. -- The CVT can feel kind of chunky at lower speeds. It's not a big deal at all, but I need to find something Subaru can do better for the 2019!

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Having fun

Does recommend this car!!

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Awesome vehicle

by Dekeeble from Savannah, Ga on January 15, 2018

I had a 2014 and it saved my life so went back to dealer got 2018 just like the one I had. Would not own anything else

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Commuting

Does recommend this car!!

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Trail Head beginner vehicle.

by Barb HAWK from Graham on November 10, 2017

Although it is good to research your vehicle. There is no better review that the Trail Head for hiking or kayaking locations. Subaru is out-weighing the other fellows 2 to 1 if you look at all the vehicles parked at any trail head in WA state. Love have vehicle that is reliable and safe to drive.

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Commuting

Does recommend this car!!

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Most intuitively designed car on the market

by Steve from Dahlonega on November 8, 2017

It starts with the ease of entry and comfort of the driver's seat... then it's the view from the broad wrap around windshield... the intuitively designed dashboard... and tightness of the construction... real quality and fun to drive... !!!

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Having fun

Does recommend this car!!

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I love my car!

by new subaruf an from New Jersey on April 30, 2018

I have my 2013 Honda Pilot and I have my 2018 Subaru Forrester. When I want to drive away on vacation on a long drive on good roads, I will drive my Pilot. When I am driving in the mountains in bad weather in January, February and March, I will be very happy to be driving my Forrester. Driving through the snow is not a problem whatsoever. Good gas mileage, very confident driving in bad weather conditions, very reliable car. Excellent value for the money. My only criticism is that the technology of the sound system and radio is counterintuitive. Not thrilled with that, but I am willing to overlook that since I love everything else about the car.

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Commuting

Does recommend this car!!

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safe reliable

by Maris from Bohemia on March 5, 2018

most underrated car in the industry. Does not get the attention it deserves . Passengers in it for the first time are always impressed with the look and drive.

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Transporting family

Does recommend this car!!

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Second Subaru

by Richball50 from Eatontown,NJ on November 26, 2017

Amazing vehicle very reliable and good on gas. But most important safe during those winter trips to New England.

Purchased a New car

Uses car for Commuting

Does recommend this car!!

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