2012 Subaru Forester Pricing, MPG, Comparisons, Specs

2012 Subaru Forester
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Overview

The Subaru Forester is highly ranked among similar cars, particularly in the categories of 5-seater SUVs and small SUVs under $30k. It holds the top position out of 19 in the Best 5-seater SUVs Under $30k list, indicating its superior quality, performance, and value for money in this category. Similarly, it also ranks first out of 12 in the Best Small SUVs Under $30k list, further emphasizing its dominance in the market for affordable, compact SUVs. These rankings suggest that the Subaru Forester is a leading choice for consumers seeking a reliable, cost-effective SUV.

Subaru Forester Reliability Rating

Subaru Forester suv

Reliability Score: 8.219013769648688 / 10

Average Lifespan (years): 10.595564008987836

Average Lifespan (miles): 142196.90225081638 miles

Typical Miles Driven per Year: 11132.569468719848 miles

Probability of Reaching 200k Miles: 0.09520367886564146

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Subaru Forester Depreciation and Resale Value

Subaru Forester

$ Depreciation: 9743.2932381015

% Depreciation: 0.3248305797

% Residual Value: 0.6751694203

$ Resale Value: 20251.7067618985

% Typical All Compact SUVs Depreciation: 0.3993784191874775

All Compact SUVs Depreciation Range: 0.2496548039 - 0.4749409955

Subaru Forester (hybrid)

$ Depreciation: 13079.7019501135

% Depreciation: 0.3574177333

% Residual Value: 0.6425822667000001

$ Resale Value: 23515.2980498865

% Typical All Hybrid Compact SUVs Depreciation: 0.3281318217090337

All Hybrid Compact SUVs Depreciation Range: 0.2518051067 - 0.4963036202

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2012 Subaru Forester Trims

Trim	Engine	Drive Train	MSRP
AWD 2.5X 4dr Wagon 5M	4 Cylinder	AWD	20595
AWD 2.5X 4dr Wagon 4A	4 Cylinder	AWD	21795
AWD 2.5X Limited 4dr Wagon	4 Cylinder	AWD	26595
AWD 2.5X Premium 4dr Wagon 4A	4 Cylinder	AWD	24295
AWD 2.5X Premium 4dr Wagon 5M	4 Cylinder	AWD	23295
AWD 2.5X Touring 4dr Wagon	4 Cylinder	AWD	27895
AWD 2.5XT Premium 4dr Wagon	4 Cylinder	AWD	27095
AWD 2.5XT Touring 4dr Wagon	4 Cylinder	AWD	29895