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2019 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

$24,295 starting MSRP
side view of 2019 Forester Subaru
(286 reviews)
91% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.7
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First Subaru, Loving it so far, but quirky

This is our first Subaru. We love the visibility, handling and comfort and all wheel drive. The only negative we have so far is that the technology is difficult to figure out and isn't intuitive. The owners handbook is less than useless. There wasn't even a heading for "Radio" in the index. The dealer even paid us $25 to attend a raining class with their produce specialist.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best experience driving a car

Great safety features , smooth riding vehicle. This in the 2nd Subaru Ive owned and love the reliability, great dealership in town for oil changes and service needs.

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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Fleet footed fun

I have owned twelve cars in my life, and each fit the stage of my life at the time. A fifty-five Ford started me off. It was nine years old and burned a gallon of gas to a quart of oil. I used that car but did not ever love it. Two weeks, we have owned our Forester which is Jasper Green, hence named Jasper. We love Jasper who is fun to drive, thrifty, and safe. (I know it’s a car and not a person, but we already have a personal relationship with the car and the dealership.). Do they have a t-shirt that says Subaru Lover?

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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Perfect Small SUV

I have the Touring trim level with all the safety features. The car delivers good mileage and good comfort, considering the size. all new cars are great, but for me, this one stands a step above. The visibility around the car, the safety features, and reliability of Subaru makes this the perfect car for me.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Fifteen year upgrade

We have just purchased a new Subaru Forester 2019 which is a huge leap forward after 15 years with our Subaru Forester 2004 that is still going strong. The safety features on the 2019 are amazing including EyeSight collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control and lane alert and assist as well as seven air bags. The all new design and lines are great and the comfort and features are all 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 New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Little improvements over 2017 make this stellar!!

We love the upgrades on the 2019 Forester! Adding them made it the best we've had for our current lifestyle. The other commentators note all the great things about it, quiet, AWD, EyeSight, Alarms, spacious, and the additions to the entertainment systems. I continue to recommend it to all my skiing buddies and my wife's artistic friends as the easiest, most convenient, and friendliest car around.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Second one I’ve owned. Love it!

Comfortable and plenty big enough for my needs, easy to get used to, great gas mileage, good looking vehicle, liked first one so much that I got another 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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So far reliable in snowy conditions

This vehicle has been reliable in cold weather conditions. It is comfortable and roomy. I have enjoyed driving it around town and have confidence in my safety

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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Subaru Forester is a winner in 2019

I love this car. It handles like a dream. I have had two sports cars and this SUV hugs the road and turns in an amazing way. Also the price was great.

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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Change is Good

I. LOVE my Subaru Forrester 2019. It is extremely comfortable. A smoothe ride even over uneven roads. Great safety features. Headlights excellent. Good leg room front and rear. Ample room formassage table, groceries, etc.

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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