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  • Crystal Gray Metallic/Textured Gray 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XCrystal Gray Metallic/Textured Gray 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XCrystal Gray Metallic/Textured Gray 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XCrystal Gray Metallic/Textured Gray 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XCrystal Gray Metallic/Textured Gray 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XCrystal Gray Metallic/Textured Gray 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X

    $4,995

    162,329 mi.
    Est. $94/mo

    LAKE EFFECT AUTO SALES

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    Chardon, OH (321 mi)
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  • Red 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XRed 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XRed 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XRed 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X

    $8,995

    74,514 mi.
    Est. $169/mo

    Hayes Auto Sales

    2.1
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    Roseville, CA (1,775 mi)
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  • Platinum Silver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XSPlatinum Silver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XSPlatinum Silver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XSPlatinum Silver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XSPlatinum Silver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XSPlatinum Silver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS

    $6,990

    $510
    79,675 mi.
    Est. $131/mo

    Noblesville Auto Gallery

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    Noblesville, IN (154 mi)
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  • Gold 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XSGold 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XSGold 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XSGold 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XS

    $2,500

    185,000 mi.
    Est. $47/mo

    Private seller: Robert

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    Lower Saucon, PA (643 mi)
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  • Silver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5XSilver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5XSilver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5XSilver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5XSilver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5XSilver Metallic 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5X

    $999

    $2.7K
    192,841 mi.
    Est. $19/mo

    Honolulu Volkswagen

    4.7
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    Honolulu, HI (4,250 mi)
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  • Not Priced

    250,448 mi.
    Est. $0/mo

    Lancaster Mitsubishi

    2.7
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    East Petersburg, PA (602 mi)
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Subaru Forester prices by year

Model year Average price Deals
2026 Subaru Forester $37,270 252 Great deals
2025 Subaru Forester $33,007 371 Great deals
2024 Subaru Forester $29,808 198 Great deals
2023 Subaru Forester $28,119 435 Great deals
2022 Subaru Forester $25,754 215 Great deals
2021 Subaru Forester $22,679 188 Great deals
2020 Subaru Forester $21,207 154 Great deals
2019 Subaru Forester $19,522 137 Great deals
2018 Subaru Forester $17,183 145 Great deals
2017 Subaru Forester $15,303 148 Great deals

About the 2005 Subaru Forester

Basics

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)
Side view of the 2005 Subaru Forester
FAQs

How much does the 2005 Subaru Forester cost?

The 2005 Subaru Forester price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2005 Forester is $4,896, with pricing starting at $999.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2005 Subaru Forester?

The 2005 Subaru Forester compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:


Is the 2005 Subaru Forester reliable?

The 2005 Subaru Forester has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Forester owners.

Is the 2005 Subaru Forester a good SUV?

Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2005 Subaru Forester.

(39 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.2
Interior
4.2
Performance
4.3
Value
4.4
Exterior
4.3
Reliability
4.4
Ratings (39 reviews)

89% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.2
Interior
4.2
Performance
4.3
Value
4.4
Exterior
4.3
Reliability
4.4
Trims

X (2 styles)

Style
4dr 2.5 X Manual 4dr 2.5 X Auto
Inventory price
Starting at $21,445 Starting at $22,245
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 (4 styles)

Style
4dr 2.5 XS Manual 4dr 2.5 XS Auto w/Moonroof 4dr 2.5 XS Auto 4dr 2.5 XS Manual w/Moonroof
Inventory price
Starting at $23,845 Starting at $25,645 Starting at $24,645 Starting at $24,845
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 L.L. Bean Edition (1 style)

Style
4dr 2.5 XS L.L. Bean Edition Auto
Inventory price
Starting at $26,545
Combined MPG
0
Engine
165.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

XT (2 styles)

Style
4dr 2.5 XT Manual 4dr 2.5 XT Auto
Inventory price
Starting at $25,845 Starting at $26,645
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)

XT w/Premium Pkg (2 styles)

Style
4dr 2.5 XT Auto w/Premium Pkg 4dr 2.5 XT Manual w/Premium Pkg
Inventory price
Starting at $28,345 Starting at $27,545
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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