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2018 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

$22,795–$23,795 MSRP range
side view of 2018 Forester Subaru
(513 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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The most comfortable car I've ever had.

I bought my new car a week ago, and I love it.?????????????????? I'm 5'2 and most vehicles are just too big for me, I have to sit on the edge of the seat, stretch my legs out to reach the gas. In my new Subaru Forester I fit, just perfect, and I can see. I love my new SUVs. And, I'm listening for the WHALES.

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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Proud of my new Subaru!

It is comfortable and feels tight in steering. Easy to maneuver. We don?t have all the ?cool? things, but love what we do have. Trying to get used to using the back up screen. Plenty of room for us.

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 start

Great headroom and butt height make it a very easy car to get in. With the awd I feel pretty confident in this car during the snow storms. The car is very fun to drive. Love it so far.

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

Wouldn't take nothing for my Forester. No worry with the snow. I am always confident I will get to where I am going . I love the style and the interior is a dream. It is all I have ever wanted in a vehicle. I love it .

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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Best ride a car has afforded me

The car is stylish, has plenty of cabin room, and is very techy. Love the fact it uses regular gas. I feel safe driving this car. It has tons of safety features and technology

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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First Subaru

Just purchased a month ago so too new to gauge reliability. Initial perception of build quality feels on par with Honda or Toyota. Really like the pickup with the 2.0 turbo.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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safety's extremely important

Previously owed a 2012 Subaru Forester. Worked very well but I wanted the newer safety features as I use the car daily and for travel on vacations.

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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Classiest car I have seen in years & years!

The car handles like a sports car, the ride is smooth like a luxury car, economical as a Volkswagen, a head turner wondering what the name & style of this car is

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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Reliable car

The car has enough leg room. My husband feets great. He is a big guy.Drives good. Would recomend to all my friends. I hope to win the price.

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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An SUV that fits me perfectly.

I love my new Forester. I have wanted a Subaru SUV for years and am so glad with my choice. With a new Granddaughter the safety features are the most important thing for me and my Forester provides these with style.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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