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2020 Subaru Forester consumer reviews

$24,495 starting MSRP
side view of 2020 Forester Subaru
(229 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.9
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.8
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.8
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Had it only 3 days but very comfortable. love it

comfortable ride coming from a Jeep Patriot. lots of leg room and interior space. great gas mileage. We already know we'd buy this model again.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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3rd Forester in 4 years , I will buy another one

much improved from my 2018 model which was great to begin with, the ride ,style comfort and ammenities continue to exceed my expectations, I cannot wait for the next Forester

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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2020 forester sport

So we love this car. The best thing I can say about it is that it doesn't necessarily excel at any one thing but it does everything really well. The sport trim is muscular looking with the orange stripes and black wheels. I'm always getting compliments about it. The interior is attractive and the touch screen display is really big. Our model includes the eye sight safety package and adaptive cruise control with lane centering. I've come to appreciate these features. The forester gets a lot of hate for not c being fast enough. I find the acceleration to be plenty. If I want a little boost off the line I'll put it into sport # mode and the pickup is plenty for me. The new 4 wheel drive modes are awesome. The interior is spacious and we have plenty of room for all the stuff we need for our two babies. All in all this is a thoughtfully engineered car that is perfect for our family. I highly recommend it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • 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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Overwhelming

Major upgrade from the 2017 we had. There are so many tech items I dont think the average person wants or uses. Still working on all the, right setting to just drive the car. Lags on uphill if you get in traffic so may have to use manual drive style. The 2017 forester generation was like a pickup and the 2020 is like a upper end car for driving and comfort and added safety. The 2020 states they fixed some bugs.We use lucas fuel stabilizer every tank and mid grade gas every few tanks and get above rated gas mileage. Tires run better at 42 front and 40 rear psi then stock setting which is to soft I feel.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • 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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My Subaru Experience

WE are so glad we decided to purchase this vehicle - Subaru Forester. It is very comfortable and drives so smoothly. We have only had it less than a week, but already 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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Incredibly safe car

I am so impressed by the quality of this car and its safety features. There are so many ways in which this car protects its driver and passengers from danger or from damage. The car will stop automatically if a wreck is imminent. It will stop before I back into something (as I have with other cars). It keeps me in my lane. It keeps me at a safe distance from the car in front of me. If something were to happen the car includes Starlink which will notify the police that something has happened. I am totally impressed with these safety features. But the car itself is also very well made. The fit and finish are topnotch. The interior is well designed and well executed. I love this car. My only downside is the fuel efficiency and the cost. But I would still buy this car again even so.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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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Excellent Saleswoman, Sarah Foster

Sarah Foster was the extremely professional, knowledgeable and patient while I was making the decision to upgrade and purchase a Subaru Forester. I was concerned about the cost and driving a bigger car. Sarah brought me on several test drives and gave me the courage to purchase and I have no regrets. I’ve been driving my new car for several months now, and I think of Sarah every time I find myself in difficult driving situations that the car handles so well. I would recommend Sarah to anyone for her honesty and integrity! Thank you Sarah Foster!

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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Love the ease of driving.

Very comfortable. Love the heated steering wheel. So many nice features. Safe car. Great visibility. So much more manageable than my GMC Terrain, especially parking.

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

I’m a 5’1” 70yr old woman. This car is perfect for me. Easy to get in and out of. Great all around viewing. I love the auto back door open and close. Smooth quiet ride and easy driving. I compared with Honda CRV and Toyota RAV4, this was the best all around!!!

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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I am very pleased with my choice of a Forester.

So far, I have nothing but praise for the Forester. I drove it home from the dealership two days ago and have been learning about all the safety features of this car. I am very impressed and looking forward to learning more about my new car.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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