2026 Subaru Forester
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Overview

The Subaru Forester ranks highly among similar cars, particularly in the categories of small SUVs and 5-seater SUVs under $30k. It holds the top spot in both categories, outperforming 11 other vehicles in the small SUV category and 18 other vehicles in the 5-seater SUV category. This suggests that the Subaru Forester offers excellent value for its price, providing superior features and performance compared to other vehicles in the same price range. Its high ranking indicates it is a top choice for consumers seeking a compact, affordable SUV.

2026 Subaru Forester Ratings

Subaru Forester

Overall Score: 8.4 / 10

Reliability: 7.6 / 10

Retained Value: 8.5 / 10

Safety: 9.0 / 10

Subaru Forester (hybrid)

Overall Score: 8.0 / 10

Reliability: 7.6 / 10

Retained Value: 8.3 / 10

Safety: 8.0 / 10

Subaru Forester Reliability Rating

Subaru Forester suv

Reliability Score: 8.2 / 10

Average Lifespan (years): 10.5

Average Lifespan (miles): 141,725 miles

Typical Miles Driven per Year: 11,136 miles

Probability of Reaching 200k Miles: 9.2%

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Subaru Forester Depreciation and Resale Value

Subaru Forester

$ Depreciation: $9,743

% Depreciation: 32.5%

% Residual Value: 67.5%

$ Resale Value: $20,252

% Typical All Compact SUVs Depreciation: 39.9%

All Compact SUVs Depreciation Range: 25% - 47.5%

Subaru Forester (hybrid)

$ Depreciation: $13,080

% Depreciation: 35.7%

% Residual Value: 64.3%

$ Resale Value: $23,515

% Typical All Hybrid Compact SUVs Depreciation: 32.8%

All Hybrid Compact SUVs Depreciation Range: 25.2% - 49.6%

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2026 Subaru Forester Rankings

Subaru Forester

#1 of 20 in Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

#1 of 12 in Best Small SUVs Under $30k

#2 of 66 in Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

#2 of 19 in Best Off-road Small SUVs

#2 of 19 in Most Comfortable Small SUVs

#2 of 19 in Best Small SUVs for Tall People

#3 of 66 in Best Crossover SUVs

#3 of 20 in Most Reliable Crossover SUVs Under $30k

#3 of 19 in Best Small SUVs for Towing

#3 of 19 in Best Small SUVs

#3 of 12 in Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

#3 of 4 in Best Small SUVs for Teens

#4 of 19 in Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#4 of 19 in Best Family Small SUVs

#4 of 19 in Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

#4 of 6 in Best Crossover SUVs for Teens

#6 of 19 in Most Reliable Small SUVs

#6 of 18 in Best Small SUVs for the Money

#7 of 66 in Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

#7 of 19 in Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

#8 of 66 in Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

#8 of 66 in Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

#9 of 66 in Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

#9 of 54 in Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

#10 of 66 in Best Family Crossover SUVs

#11 of 18 in Most Affordable Small SUVs

#12 of 66 in Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

#13 of 19 in Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

#13 of 19 in Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

#16 of 66 in Safest Crossover SUVs

#23 of 66 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#23 of 54 in Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

#25 of 66 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

#26 of 66 in Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

#46 of 66 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

Subaru Forester (hybrid)

#1 of 15 in Most Comfortable Hybrid Small SUVs

#2 of 15 in Best Family Hybrid Small SUVs

#3 of 39 in Best Family Hybrid SUVs

#3 of 32 in Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#3 of 15 in Best Hybrid Small SUVs

#3 of 7 in Most Reliable Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

#3 of 7 in Best Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

#4 of 39 in Safest Hybrid SUVs

#4 of 32 in Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#4 of 15 in Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Tall People

#4 of 9 in Best Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

#4 of 9 in Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

#4 of 9 in Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

#4 of 9 in Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

#5 of 32 in Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#5 of 15 in Best Off-road Hybrid Small SUVs

#6 of 32 in Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#6 of 15 in Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

#7 of 39 in Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

#7 of 15 in Hybrid Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

#7 of 14 in Most Affordable Hybrid Small SUVs

#8 of 15 in Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#9 of 39 in Best Hybrid SUVs

#9 of 15 in Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Towing

#10 of 39 in Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

#10 of 34 in Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

#10 of 28 in Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#11 of 39 in Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

#12 of 32 in Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

#12 of 32 in Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

#14 of 32 in Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

#14 of 15 in Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

#15 of 39 in Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

#16 of 39 in Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

#17 of 39 in Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

#18 of 32 in Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#22 of 39 in Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#22 of 32 in Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

#27 of 39 in Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

#29 of 39 in Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

#29 of 32 in Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

#36 of 39 in Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

2026 Subaru Forester Trims

Trim	Engine	Drive Train	MSRP
AWD Base 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	29995
AWD Limited 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	35995
AWD Limited Hybrid 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	38995
AWD Premium 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	31995
AWD Premium Hybrid 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	34730
AWD Sport 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	34795
AWD Sport Hybrid 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	37930
AWD Touring 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	39995
AWD Touring Hybrid 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	41545
AWD Wilderness 4dr Crossover	4 Cylinder	AWD	36995

Used Car Pricing

Subaru Forester

Here's what the prices look like for a used Subaru Forester for different model years. A 3-year-old used Subaru Forester averages $28,050 while a 5-year-old used Subaru Forester is $23,210.

Model Year (Age)	Avg Used Car Price
2025 Subaru Forester (1 year old)	$32,955
2024 Subaru Forester (2 years old)	$30,689
2023 Subaru Forester (3 years old)	$28,050
2022 Subaru Forester (4 years old)	$26,673
2021 Subaru Forester (5 years old)	$23,210
2020 Subaru Forester (6 years old)	$21,705
2019 Subaru Forester (7 years old)	$19,701
2018 Subaru Forester (8 years old)	$17,128
2017 Subaru Forester (9 years old)	$15,216
2016 Subaru Forester (10 years old)	$13,220