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Used
2005 Subaru Forester
for sale
near
Chicago, IL
2 matches
30 miles from 60608
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Est.
$400
/mo*
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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Used
2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
110,282 mi.
$7,700
$200 price drop
Ultimate Motor Cars
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Platinum Silver Metallic
Int. color: Off Black
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive
MPG:
20-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 2.5L H-4 DOHC, variable valve control, intercooled turbo, premiu
Stock #: 20756
VIN: JF1SG69605H706785
Features
Convenience:
Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack
Reviews
Ultimate Motor Cars review
Thank you so much, Korey was fantastic!
Thank you so much, Korey was fantastic! Great customer service! Easy and Fast! And Your Driving
2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X review
Best Subaru Ever!
I bought this vehicle brand new for my 50th, and yes, it almost has a personality. I trust my Subaru unconditionally and I plan to drive for many more years.
Used
2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
73,555 mi.
$5,249
Berman Nissan of Chicago
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Platinum Silver Metallic
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive
MPG:
22-28
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 2.5L H-4 regular unleaded, engine with 165HP
Stock #: K1113
VIN: JF1SG65685H736218
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack
Reviews
Berman Nissan of Chicago review
I would like to focus my review on one particular part of
I would like to focus my review on one particular part of my experience. Two weeks ago, after a long look at new car options, I decided to buy out the lease and purchase the 2022 Rogue I'd been driving. I wanted to make sure my car was in new car shape so I brought it to Berman for a certification inspection. I've previously not felt important bringing my car for service there, and generally my service history has felt like I'm at the mercy of the dealer or service department. However, on this occasion, I received the best customer service I've ever received in 35+ years of bringing my car to a service department. Turns out, the Best Service Manager in the car industry is at Berman, and her name is Katie Udelhoven! I'm a very tough customer, quick with numbers, and very demanding. Katie not only went out of her way making phone calls to see if she could save me money (seeking to find and use as much coverage under my lease agreement to save me as much money as possible), but she explained in great detail what every issue meant to my safe driving experience, and had feeling confident that she and Berman were acting in my very best interests! Katie is the most knowledgeable service manager I've ever encountered as well. She responded immediately with credible information to every concern I posed. If I had a dealer ship myself, I would want Katie Udelhoven to be one of my first hires, and pay her at the very highest level of the Service Manager pay scale in the United States. Having worked with every level of Berman staff in this process, I am slighting no one to say ...Katie Udelhoven is the single most valuable asset within the walls of Berman Nissan, including the cars and the highest levels of your organization, she does a second to none job of making sure each customer, I'm guessing at least 40 each week, leaves happy!
2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 X review
Comfort at its best!
This vehicle is like a living entity that provides comfort and safety. It was definitely worth the purchase. I plan to own this vehicle for many years to come.
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Vehicle information
Ext. color: Silver
Int. color: Grey
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive
MPG:
23-25
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
Stock #: 546
VIN: JF1SG65657H711568
Features
Convenience:
Heated Seats, Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Alloy Wheels, Roof Rack, Sunroof/Moonroof
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Red
Int. color: Beige
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive
MPG:
22-27
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 2.5L H-4 variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine with c
Stock #: A13382
VIN: JF1SG63666G713790
Features
Convenience:
Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Roof Rack
Used
2007 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 X
72,474 mi.
$7,495
Moto Zone Inc.
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Silver
Int. color: Beige
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive
MPG:
25-25
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic 4-Speed
Engine: 2.5L H4
Stock #: 7H711442STK
VIN: JF1SG63617H711442
Features
Convenience:
Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Roof Rack
Used
2007 Subaru Forester 2.5 X
89,443 mi.
$6,500
Ultimate Motor Cars
Vehicle information
Ext. color: Urban Gray Metallic
Int. color: Black
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive
MPG:
23-25
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 2.5L H-4 variable valve control, regular unleaded, engine with 1
Stock #: 20800
VIN: JF1SG63617H703177
Features
Convenience:
Keyless Entry
Entertainment:
CD Player
Exterior:
Roof Rack
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Subaru Forester prices by year
| Model year | Prices from | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru Forester | $27,000 | 5 Great deals |
| 2024 Subaru Forester | $23,700 | 11 Great deals |
| 2023 Subaru Forester | $21,700 | 12 Good deals |
| 2022 Subaru Forester | $21,000 | 24 Good deals |
| 2021 Subaru Forester | $16,498 | 12 Good deals |
| 2020 Subaru Forester | $14,950 | 18 Good deals |
| 2019 Subaru Forester | $15,908 | 13 Good deals |
| 2017 Subaru Forester | $12,500 | 5 Good deals |
About the 2005 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 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 $6,175, with pricing starting at $2,699.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2005 Subaru Forester?
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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.
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
- Comfort 4.2
- Interior 4.2
- Performance 4.3
- Value 4.4
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.4
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
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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