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2004 Subaru Forester
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- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Insanely reliable.
Insanely reliable. Nothing needed to be replaced in the time I’ve had it, and its 20 years old! Currently at 146k miles. Hope to see my specific Forester reach up to the >250k miles mark like many others!






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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Come see, he is very frienly and attentive, a good place
Come see, he is very frienly and attentive, a good place to buy and shop.
still going after 277K miles
I am the sole owner of a 2004 Forester XS which is still going at 277,000 miles. It has proved to be a reliable car with proper maintenance, and have trusted it so far on many backcountry and off-road adventures. By 2022 standards, the car is just adequately powered, but I was able to tow a #1800 trailer many a time. The engine required an extensive rebuild at 185K miles, which is typical for a Subaru, and the transmission was swapped out for low-miles used transmission at 250K miles - surprising good considering its life history. Road noise/air leaks around the windows are the biggest problem. The sunroof actuator broke mid-life, which was disappointing. Otherwise, a quality car.






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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Very helpful and quick to return my messages… no high
Very helpful and quick to return my messages… no high pressure sale .. lots of good suggestions
The subaru forester is a reliable car
It has plenty of leg room as for parts i take mine to subaru to get the parts they are like any other car some parts are expensive but i know i get a great job and have no complaints whatsoever i suppose other garages could do the jobs but with subaru i know il get a great job done and no complaints ..






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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS
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Yes, I stopped in there looked at the vehicle.
Yes, I stopped in there looked at the vehicle. They had on sale there needed a battery jump. They came out and took care of that. They’re very nice friendly people. I fill out an application. They said thank you for filling the application out and I haven’t heard nothing from him since Did I get the vehicle did they sell it? Did I get any information after I was there nothing
Good performance especially on slippery roads
It's a wonderful car my first Subaru to drive and am satisfied Secondly the stability on the road is good and it's fuel efficient .




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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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dependable used cars
My previous car had broken down and needed a quick cheap fix to the situation while resolving my finances. I had heard horror stories about used car dealerships so went in as a skeptic. They were nice enough to explain i was buying a used car and to expect a few wear and tear issues. I bought it with the express intention of just owning it for a few months. I took it to my mechanic changed the fluids and it served me well with minimal maintenance for three years before i decided to get another. After this experience and how much i saved i do not see myself buying a brand new car






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I work with Kenney over at Topline Autoplex.
I work with Kenney over at Topline Autoplex.. Best car and finance experience I ever had ...thank you






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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Great car buying experience!
My family has been buying cars from Mt. Pleasant Auto Sales for years. I recently bought another vehicle from John and couldn’t be happier. Most used car salesmen are slimy and only out for themselves, but he made sure I got a great deal on a great car. I really can’t say enough good about my experience.






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World class service
I was at first pretty skeptical about trying this car lot out. One of my buddies recommended it because of one of the salesmen. Tray went above and beyond not to sell me a vehicle, but to help me and my family make the right choice. That day we were truly blessed to be able to drive away in the vehicle that was right for us. Thank you Tray






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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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The prices for used or pre-owned autos were spot on!
The prices for used or pre-owned autos were spot on! Great pics of vehicles on website. Only problem, I am not ready to make a purchase at this time 😩.

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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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These guys are the best!
Motorcar west was great! Got back to me right away and answered my questions. I’m super excited to be driving my new 2004 Corvette just in time for Spring!






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2004 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
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Had a great experience at Daytona.
Had a great experience at Daytona. Miguel was very helpful in assisting us with our purchase. The body work that was done is fabulous and much appreciated. Levi helped with picking up the truck and promptly ordered the turn signals for us. I’ll definitely refer you to my friends.
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Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Subaru Forester | $1,250 | 116 Great deals |
2024 Subaru Forester | $19,995 | 112 Great deals |
2023 Subaru Forester | $15,999 | 35 Great deals |
2022 Subaru Forester | $16,477 | 46 Great deals |
2021 Subaru Forester | $12,495 | 41 Great deals |
2020 Subaru Forester | $11,500 | 42 Great deals |
2019 Subaru Forester | $10,799 | 66 Great deals |
2018 Subaru Forester | $7,795 | 37 Great deals |
2017 Subaru Forester | $3,995 | 61 Great deals |
2016 Subaru Forester | $5,899 | 63 Great deals |
About the 2004 Subaru Forester
2.5 X shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 2004 Subaru Forester cost?
The 2004 Subaru Forester price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2004 Forester is $6,405, with pricing starting at $1,600.
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Is the 2004 Subaru Forester reliable?
The 2004 Subaru Forester has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 Forester owners.
Is the 2004 Subaru Forester a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2004 Subaru Forester.
- Comfort 3.9
- Interior 4.0
- Performance 4.2
- Value 4.6
- Exterior 3.9
- Reliability 4.5
93% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 3.9
- Interior 4.0
- Performance 4.2
- Value 4.6
- Exterior 3.9
- Reliability 4.5
X (4 styles)
Style | |||
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4dr 2.5 X Manual | 4dr 2.5 X Auto | 4dr 2.5 X Auto | 4dr 2.5 X Manual |
Inventory price | |||
Starting at $21,020 | Starting at $21,820 | Starting at $21,820 | Starting at $21,020 |
Combined MPG | |||
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Engine | |||
165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS (4 styles)
Style | |||
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4dr 2.5 XS Manual | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto | 4dr 2.5 XS Manual |
Inventory price | |||
Starting at $23,270 | Starting at $24,070 | Starting at $24,070 | Starting at $23,270 |
Combined MPG | |||
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Engine | |||
165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS w/Prem Pkg & Lthr (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $25,820 | Starting at $25,820 |
Combined MPG | |
0 | 0 |
Engine | |
165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XS w/Premium Pkg (4 styles)
Style | |||
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4dr 2.5 XS Manual w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Manual w/Premium Pkg | 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Premium Pkg |
Inventory price | |||
Starting at $24,270 | Starting at $25,070 | Starting at $24,270 | Starting at $25,070 |
Combined MPG | |||
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Engine | |||
165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XT (4 styles)
Style | |||
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4dr 2.5 XT Manual | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto | 4dr 2.5 XT Manual | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto |
Inventory price | |||
Starting at $25,095 | Starting at $25,895 | Starting at $25,095 | Starting at $25,895 |
Combined MPG | |||
0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Engine | |||
210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
XT w/Prem Pkg & Lthr (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr 2.5 XT Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr | 4dr 2.5 XT Auto w/Prem Pkg & Lthr |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $27,645 | Starting at $27,645 |
Combined MPG | |
0 | 0 |
Engine | |
210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 210.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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