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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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Really Sharp Looking with the Heart of a Subaru

Incredible technology for it's price. My only disappointments are the lack of a navigation system (it's not offered on the Sport model) and the manuals (yes, plural) are not very helpful in understanding the technology.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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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Lives up to my expectations!

I test drove and researched 8 different vehicles before I brought my 2020 Subaru Forester! It rides smoothly, has good acceleration, spacious interior and standard electronic perks. I purchased the standard model but it doesn't feel lacking. I love it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • 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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Extraordinary value!

The Subaru Forester offers superb safety, excellent comfort, amazing features, and historical reliability. This is our first Subaru, although my sister and her family have have somewhere between 7 and 9 of them. We came late to the party, but I wouldn't be surprised if we are return purchasers.

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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Worst decision of 2020

Not sure who is writing these but I'm certain they're being paid for writing positive reviews. The 2020 Forester has much play in the wheel and the stop/start feature is dangerous when at a stop. I do not feel safe in this car. Subaru still has not addressed the faulty head gasket design that could cost thousands of dollars down the road...I should have stayed with Toyota. Hopefully, I will make better decisions for the remainder of 2020.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Just purchased-so far, so good

Car meets all of my requirements in terms of size, space, materials, view, color, seating, temp controls, audio,gps, and many of the security and safety features that are available

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
  • Does recommend this car
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First car I've actually fallen in love with.

Best small SUV I've ever driven. Turning and u- turns are like you're in a regular car. Visibility is terrific, haven't yet found a blindspot. Very good gas mileage and handling, nicely equipped and I bought base model. Just a relaxing SUV to drive too. Highly recommend.

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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First time Subaru buyer. Love it!

Being a first time Subaru buyer, I did my home work. I wanted a Crosstrek but glad I went with the Forester! It's a great vehicle!

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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What a gorgeous SUV!!!

This SUV is simply amazing. It is loaded with all kinds of bells and whistles, drives great, tracks well in snow, and the LED lights-Wow! Just wow! I can actually see at night. The high tech will take a bit of getting used to, but I absolutely 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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Comparable to the expensive luxury cars.

I have drove a Volvo, a Toyota, a Honda and a couple of Lexus SUV. Subaru performed at par with the expensive ones even better with their advanced safety technology features. Would buy a Subaru again.

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
  • Does recommend this car
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Subaru meets my needs and more.

This vehicle meets all if our needs. The Subaru is perfect for our family it fits 6’3 driver with extra head and leg room while being quite comfortable for a 5’2” driver. The safety features are one of the many reasons we purchased this vehicle.

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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