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2012 Subaru Forester
for sale
near
Vacaville, CA
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Malachi contacted me immediately about the Certified 2022
Malachi contacted me immediately about the Certified 2022 Volkswagen Taos 1.5T SEL. Malachi communicated effectively, so chill, amazing costumer service, and he made this process was easy and painless for me. I would highly recommend Malachi with Phil Long Ford!
I’m the 3rd owner of a 2012 Subaru Forester purchased at
I’m the 3rd owner of a 2012 Subaru Forester purchased at approx 175,000 miles and it still runs pretty good! It does burn oil up pretty quickly and mine has issues with reading the levels and won’t give me a warning light so i check the dip stick often. Mine did have exhaust issues and had to replace a rested out piping from the cat back, but mufflers were still good. Also the Oxygen sensor was a problem for awhile, which you can only use on brand for it to work properly. Gas mileage is decent for the size of the vehicle and its age. Only wish the front seats went back more bc my taller girlfriend who is 5’11 with long legs struggles to fit and be comfortable in the passenger seat.
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If the vehicle was closer i would have3 gotten it and it
If the vehicle was closer i would have3 gotten it and it wasn't the color i was looking for
Great Value, Great Car!
One of the most comfortable cars I have owned. The things I love best. the reliability of the vehicle, only regular maintenance with higher miles, The huge moon roof, and the simple design of the interior of car. This car is loaded yet has very minimal control buttons which is perfect for me rather than trying to figure out how to operate everything. Best car I have ever owned especially buying used with high miles.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Great SUV
Great car for snow and icy conditions. The car is solid. Engine and transmission are solid. Spacious and comfort. Mileage is decent I can get 27 mpg in highway.
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Safe, reliable and well renowned
This car was roomy, affordable and had great reviews from my family and friends. 4 cylinder makes it great on gas and I'm hoping like I've heard that it will last for years to come.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Best car buying experience I’ve ever had
No hassles , no pressure ,simple and easy and the selection is simply the best ,I recommend to everyone I believe that you will not be disappointed
2012 subaru Forester
This is my third Subaru. It is a reliable car. It is fun to drive. I may not work for a large family. I never had the feeling that I can't rely of this car. It is a lot of fun to drive in the snow. It is very comfortable to drive long distance. I would recommend this car an would have my kids drive it.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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great experience Hassel free.
great experience Hassel free. Jack and Pete are good people. by your next car here
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Limited
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I just bought a toyota tacoma 4×4.
I just bought a toyota tacoma 4×4. They made the whole process easy, simple and almost effortless. Everybody was very polite and knowledgeable. They gave me a very good price for my trade. I think I have found a new place to buy cars.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Great experience!
It waa so easy to purchase this car. It was a really great deal, they were flexible and quick, and he even took an extra $100 since it was my daughter's first car. Will definitely go back when I need a car for myself!
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Best service cheaper than dealer and very friendly.
Best service cheaper than dealer and very friendly. I trust them with mine and my kids cars to work on. 10/10 👍👍✅
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Very professional.
Very professional. Honest. Friendly. Took care of everything and even thru in extras and gas money. Christian values a plus
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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I wanted to wait a few months before writing a review
I wanted to wait a few months before writing a review because I had never been to Bill before, and it’s a used car place, you never know! First of all, the buying process was absolutely fantastic! Bill was so kind and easy going. We went through some issues with our bank and he kindly kept the car for us while we waited. Once approved, we went up there to get the vehicle on, get this, Thanksgiving!! That’s right, Bill took time out of his holiday to make sure we had the keys in hand. Great price, great car, and great guy!! I would recommend Bill to anyone!! Thanks Bill!! 😊
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Great car buying experience!
I was in the market to purchase a reliable used car for my daughter for under $5k. We had been all over town for a couple of weeks. We finally landed at Sensible Choice Saturday and immediately knew this experience was going to be different. The office was clean and welcoming. Wayne was our salesperson - he was exactly what we needed. I told him what we were looking for, he showed us what he had in his inventory and told us to take a look at which ones we were interested in. We looked at a few cars and test drove a couple of them. We found our car without feeling pressure. Wayne was incredibly helpful and gave us a positive car buying experience. I would definitely recommend Sensible Choice and specifically Wayne.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Just had a terrific experience recently at Kendall
Just had a terrific experience recently at Kendall Volkswagen in Bend, OR. The Sales Executive, Zac Wright, was top notch. The Sales Manager, Eric Kelley, was proactive, knowledgeable and easy to work with. The GM, Deen Hydes, made sure the entire team worked through the processes efficiently and supported what I needed to get a deal done. The result: we drove off the lot in a beautiful, 2025 Tiguan RES-R-Line. Highly recommend the team at Kendall Volkswagen in Bend!
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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A ccident damage repair
Great service department quality workmanship complete professional service. Highly recommend using this establishment clean shop and facility Dan Soto was very helpful would use again
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Touring
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We bought a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 for our grandson.
We bought a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 for our grandson. It was a pleasure working with Kelly Straight on the sale. Would I buy from Missoula Car & Truck again? Absolutely! Would I recommend buying from them? Without a doubt! By the way, my grandson loves the truck. Thank you Kelly.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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Staff is very helpful and Marcus and Johny gave me an
Staff is very helpful and Marcus and Johny gave me an amazing deal!! Would definitely buy another car here!!!
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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I have now purchased two vehicles from Rich’s Car Corner.
I have now purchased two vehicles from Rich’s Car Corner. I recently purchased a work truck and Dante, my salesman took really good care of me. He Answered all my questions and had great communication. The original vehicle which I bought many years ago, was sold to a friend and he’s still driving it, and it has 200,000 miles on it now. Rich, the owner, worked with Dante to also set me up with a six month or 6000 mile warranty for a piece of mind for my used truck purchase. it was easy to finance this vehicle as I have worked with the same finance company before and the whole approval only took less than 15 minutes. I give this dealer a five star rating and would recommend anyone looking for a good used car to come here. They will take good care of you
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My nephews car died on his 17th birthday so I was in the
My nephews car died on his 17th birthday so I was in the market for a used but reliable vehicle for a teen. I found that and more at Car Depot. Daria and Nik helped me through the entire process and I had the perfect car in 2 hours. They even fixed some items per my request through their shop as part of my purchase. The paperwork was a breeze. The car runs like a top. Fair price point. And my teen LOVES it!
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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The young lady was extremely attentive and helpful.
The young lady was extremely attentive and helpful. I haven't purchased yet but I'd purchase with Crest.
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X
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Front brakes failed;Was in a serious time crunch and
Front brakes failed;Was in a serious time crunch and needed the warranty repair done asap...After a little back and forth, they were able to take the car in and repair it same day (New front brakes and left caliper). Got it done for me in less than 2 hrs (including 2 road tests pre/post). They also honored the warranty and charged us nothing. Time will tell when it comes the repair however, the cars feels a lot better. Overall, good experience here...may get another secondary car from these guys in the future.
Subaru Forester prices by year
| Model year | Average price | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru Forester | $39,620 |
About the 2012 Subaru Forester
2.5X shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 23
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
How much does the 2012 Subaru Forester cost?
The 2012 Subaru Forester price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2012 Forester is $8,963, with pricing starting at $3,595.
What is the MPG of the 2012 Subaru Forester?
The 2012 Subaru Forester offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 23 MPG.
These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on the selected vehicle trim, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Subaru Forester?
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Is the 2012 Subaru Forester reliable?
The 2012 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 2012 Forester owners.
Is the 2012 Subaru Forester a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2012 Subaru Forester.
- Comfort 4.3
- Interior 4.0
- Performance 4.1
- Value 4.3
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.5
83% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.3
- Interior 4.0
- Performance 4.1
- Value 4.3
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.5
2.5X (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5X PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X | 4dr Auto 2.5X |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $22,095 | Starting at $20,895 | Starting at $20,595 | Starting at $21,795 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
| Engine | |||
| 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Limited (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5X Limited | 4dr Auto 2.5X Limited PZEV |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $26,595 | Starting at $26,895 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 23 | 23 |
| Engine | |
| 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Premium (4 styles)
| Style | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5X Premium PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X Premium PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X Premium | 4dr Auto 2.5X Premium |
| Inventory price | |||
| Starting at $24,595 | Starting at $23,595 | Starting at $23,295 | Starting at $24,295 |
| Combined MPG | |||
| 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
| Engine | |||
| 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Touring (2 styles)
| Style | |
|---|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5X Touring | 4dr Auto 2.5X Touring PZEV |
| Inventory price | |
| Starting at $27,895 | Starting at $28,195 |
| Combined MPG | |
| 23 | 23 |
| Engine | |
| 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5XT Premium (1 style)
| Style |
|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5XT Premium |
| Inventory price |
| Starting at $27,095 |
| Combined MPG |
| 21 |
| Engine |
| 224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5XT Touring (1 style)
| Style |
|---|
| 4dr Auto 2.5XT Touring |
| Inventory price |
| Starting at $29,895 |
| Combined MPG |
| 21 |
| Engine |
| 224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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