Used Subaru Forester for Sale in Santa Fe, NM

My 1st Forester is a 2009 turbocharged model which is still going strong with 110,000 miles. The newer Foresters offer safety and convenience features mine doesn't have so I decided to upgrade. The 2019 Forester no longer offers the turbocharged version so I opted for a certified pre-owned 2018 XT Touring which has a turbocharger. I love the vehicle but because the turbo is no longer available, the used turbo versions have become quite pricey. I am keeping the old one for hauling dogs, lawn equipment and towing my utility trailer. The new one will be just for people for now. The vehicle is just the right size. I am 6'4" and would appreciate a little more leg room and thigh support but the Forester is as comfortable as any other small SUV I checked. There is plenty of headroom. The turbo does require premium fuel and has a lower mileage rating. With the turbo and sports tuned suspension, it is a fun vehicle to drive and worth the money to me. In over 10 years, the older one left me stranded only once when a drive belt broke after 100,000 miles. Based on reviews, I expect the same reliability from the newer one.

Solid and reliable car. You can take this car anywhere, whether up to the mountains or off the beaten path. Its comfortable and named CCR small SUV champion. It succeeds by focusing on the fundamentals with a space-efficient design, large windows, and big square doors. The result is the easiest access and the best view out of almost any vehicle tested. It also has one of the roomiest rear seats with copious amounts of head and leg room. It adapts various fuel-efficient technologies, including replacing the antiquated four-speed automatic transmission with a new continuously variable transmission (CVT), the Forester delivers quicker acceleration, as well as a class-leading 26 mpg overall and 35 mpg on the highway in our tests making it a solid adventure SUV or commuter.

No problem, good service, good donuts. What can I say? But that's not enough for you, is it? In your survey you also require me to provide at least 20 words, presumably for marketing purposes. Unfortunately, I said what I had to say in 6 (above). I will reiterate: No problem, good service, good donuts. I don't think you should require your customer to write an essay in order to complete your survey.

I like this vehicle except for the engine shutting off when stopped. it does have an override switch, but if I forget to set it the engine will automatically shut off. that's the only thing I don't like about this car.

Everyone was so kind and friendly! I had rodent damage to the hose for my rear windshield wiper fluid and I was only there for my 18,000 mile tune up- but they fixed that day and quickly, all at no charge (of headache) due to it still being under warranty!!!

This is a great vehicle and we're so glad that we purchased one. We've had a couple of minor things go wrong that should not have such as the drivers side visor starting to squeak loudly. All said we are very happy with this car. On the down side there is now standard technology out there that is not available. Automatic wipers are missing and items like remote start and subaru's safety and security package are extra when Honda includes them both free. But my biggest issue is not the car it's that there is no convenient dealersl or service anywhere near me. The nearest service is 45 minutes away. The next car will have to be available locally.

I had an unusual experience with a broke belt on my 2015 Subaru Forrester. It was quickly repaired and along with the 30,000 mile check-up, my car is now running like a dream.

Have owned 2 Volvos and the company lost it's spark. Subaru has that spot in my heart now. From the 5 star crash rating (except front passenger seat is 4 star) to great reliability records and good tech stuff I am thrilled.

I got in early am and car was taken to 12,000 check up, oil change, etc. immediately. By the time I had coffee and read a few chapters of book, my car was done...no problems detected. Bill was $250, a bit steep for rountine service, but overall a positive experience. I love my 2016 Legacy.

Excellent vision in all directions from the Forester. We like the no non-sense styling of the Touring 2.5i. Easy to get into and out of which matters if getting a few years on you. Very good gas mileage and handling with excellent performance. The AWD is certainly one of many key selling points. Fit and finish is excellent with very good reliability so far. We think it is a excellent SUV and would definitely purchase another Subaru SUV if needed.

Mike was very friendly and helped me get my preferences fixed so I didn't get so many appointment reminders. Also, having the nice, quiet area where I could sit and read is so appreciated. No TV, just quiet. Yes! Makes me look forward to my visits as just "me time". Sounds funny, but my life is very hectic!!!

This car is reliable, sturdy, comfortable and has many safety features. It still looks and drives like new after 2 years . Low maintenance and great gas mileage !

All went smoothly. Mr. Joe Esparza was very conscientious, courteous, and thorough. On-line scheduling may need to be checked out as my confirmed appointment apparently didn't exist!

I like the comfort and the visibility of this car. All who have ridden in it feel that it’s comfortable too. Love the eyesight package which gives warnings regarding blind spots and so forth. Find it very easy to parallel park. My only complaint is that the audio controls aren’t intuitive to use, at least for me.

This facility is professional and provides good service. I enjoyed my experience while waiting for my vehicle to be brought up to speed for its 83,000 mile check and oil change.

Great car, but battery died after 6 months and Bloomington Subaru didn't make it easy to get it replaced. This is a known issue with Foresters.

The service department opened promptly at 7:30, the work was done as described and within the time suggested. Staff were friendly.

Just bought a new to me Forester and I couldn't be happier. Subaru hasn't let me down yet...this is my 3rd one and I can't imagine driving anything else. It's safe, reliable and sporty!

Service Manager, Ted, listened to my concerns and addressed everything honestly and openly and even contacted Subaru to answer one of my questions related to fuel system monitoring on the 2016 Outback.

It has all the imenities I was looking for. Plus many more. It has a lot of leg room. Storage by the spare tire. I love the way the suv looks.

I called for an appoint to have the airbag recall replaced and they could get me in the next day, fantastic! They told me it would take about 2 hours to replace, so I took a test ride in the new Honda Ridgeline, what a fine truck!!! I then sat in the waiting room, thinking I had an hour and one half to wait. However, in 15 minutes they called me up and said the truck was complete, wonderful!! The young man at the front desk was very polite, professional and had a great sense of customer service as well as a sense of humor.

Wanting something all wheel drive naturally leads you to Subaru. If you're looking for something with some off road capabilities but also a steady commuter with some room to spare, the Forester is the sweet spot. The 2019 generation Foresters are great, but they lack the punch of the older turbo options. With the same 250+ HP, 258 lb-ft torque engine in the WRX, the 2.0 L turbo shaves off over 2 seconds from the 0-60 time of the standard 2.5i engine. And it's noticeable. It gets knocked for being paired to CVT but I find it to be smooth and has great throttle response in Sport mode. Off road and in snow it does really well and lives up to the hype. A lot of reviews don't consider the Forester to be that stylish on the exterior, but I think that's ultimately a matter of preference. I find the exterior to be simple but muscular with the XT having a meaner front end. Inside there are some good upgrades which finally make the Forester feel a bit more luxury including leather seats and accents, a quieter interior and a decent sound system. The Harmon/Kardon sound system still leaves a lot to be desired, however. It's very bass heavy without a lot of refinement. Overall the Forester XT with Touring trim offers some nice amenities with still staying true to the rugged nature Subaru is known for. Pros: fun to drive (3 driving modes, paddle shifters), great visibility, great off road capabilities, roomy back seat and trunk, giant sunroof Cons: lower gas mileage, premium fuel recommended, lack of interior refinement, weak infotainment system

Your staff (Joe Esparza) was pleasant and courteous, the service was prompt and the waiting area was quiet and comfortable.

Can’t beat the great safety features for long commutes or long trips! This is a great family car or a first car for teenage drivers.