2026 Subaru Forester
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Overview

The Subaru Forester ranks highly among similar cars, particularly in categories important to specific demographics and driving conditions. It is considered one of the best small SUVs for tall people, indicating ample head and legroom. Its comfort level is also highly rated, suggesting a smooth ride and well-designed interior. Additionally, its off-road capabilities are recognized as superior, making it a versatile choice for those who enjoy outdoor adventures. These rankings place the Subaru Forester as a top contender in the small SUV category, demonstrating its appeal to a wide range of drivers.

2026 Subaru Forester Ratings

Subaru Forester

Overall Score: 8.6 / 10

Reliability: 8.0 / 10

Retained Value: 8.7 / 10

Safety: 9.0 / 10

Subaru Forester (hybrid)

Overall Score: 8.2 / 10

Reliability: 8.0 / 10

Retained Value: 8.5 / 10

Safety: 8.0 / 10

Subaru Forester Reliability Rating

Subaru Forester suv

Reliability Score: 8.2 / 10

Average Lifespan (years): 10.7

Average Lifespan (miles): 142,844 miles

Typical Miles Driven per Year: 11,152 miles

Probability of Reaching 200k Miles: 10.4%

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Subaru Forester Depreciation and Resale Value

Subaru Forester

$ Depreciation: $11,157

% Depreciation: 37.2%

% Residual Value: 62.8%

$ Resale Value: $18,838

% Typical All Compact SUVs Depreciation: 44.1%

All Compact SUVs Depreciation Range: 30.3% - 51.3%

Subaru Forester (hybrid)

$ Depreciation: $14,437

% Depreciation: 39.4%

% Residual Value: 60.6%

$ Resale Value: $22,158

% Typical All Hybrid Compact SUVs Depreciation: 36.3%

All Hybrid Compact SUVs Depreciation Range: 30.1% - 53.3%

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2026 Subaru Forester Rankings

Subaru Forester

#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

#2 of 13 in Best Small SUVs Under $30k

#3 of 67 in Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

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

#3 of 19 in Best Small SUVs

#3 of 13 in Most Reliable Small SUVs Under $30k

#4 of 67 in Best Crossover SUVs

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

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

#4 of 19 in Most Reliable Small SUVs

#4 of 19 in Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

#4 of 18 in Best Small SUVs for the Money

#5 of 19 in Best Small SUVs for Towing

#5 of 19 in Best Family Small SUVs

#5 of 7 in Best Small SUVs for Teens

#6 of 67 in Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

#6 of 9 in Best Crossover SUVs for Teens

#7 of 56 in Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

#7 of 19 in Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

#8 of 67 in Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

#8 of 67 in Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

#8 of 67 in Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

#9 of 67 in Best Family Crossover SUVs

#13 of 19 in Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

#13 of 19 in Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

#14 of 67 in Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

#14 of 67 in Safest Crossover SUVs

#14 of 18 in Most Affordable Small SUVs

#24 of 67 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#25 of 67 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

#26 of 56 in Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

#32 of 67 in Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

#47 of 67 in Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

Subaru Forester (hybrid)

#1 of 14 in Best Family Hybrid Small SUVs

#1 of 14 in Most Comfortable Hybrid Small SUVs

#1 of 14 in Best Hybrid Small SUVs

#1 of 5 in Most Reliable Hybrid Small SUVs Under $40k

#1 of 5 in Best Hybrid Small SUVs Under $40k

#2 of 9 in Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $40k

#2 of 9 in Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $40k

#3 of 36 in Best Family Hybrid SUVs

#3 of 31 in Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#3 of 14 in Best Off-road Hybrid Small SUVs

#3 of 9 in Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $40k

#3 of 9 in Best Hybrid SUVs Under $40k

#4 of 31 in Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#4 of 31 in Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#4 of 31 in Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#4 of 14 in Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Tall People

#5 of 36 in Safest Hybrid SUVs

#6 of 36 in Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

#6 of 14 in Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

#6 of 14 in Hybrid Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

#7 of 14 in Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#8 of 36 in Best Hybrid SUVs

#8 of 36 in Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

#8 of 36 in Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

#8 of 14 in Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Towing

#8 of 14 in Most Affordable Hybrid Small SUVs

#10 of 31 in Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

#11 of 32 in Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

#11 of 28 in Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

#12 of 31 in Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

#13 of 36 in Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

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

#14 of 36 in Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

#14 of 31 in Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

#15 of 36 in Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

#17 of 31 in Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#19 of 36 in Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

#20 of 31 in Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

#25 of 36 in Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

#27 of 36 in Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

#27 of 31 in Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

#32 of 36 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 $27,935 while a 5-year-old used Subaru Forester is $23,109.

Model Year (Age)	Avg Used Car Price
2024 Subaru Forester (1 year old)	$32,714
2023 Subaru Forester (2 years old)	$29,920
2022 Subaru Forester (3 years old)	$27,935
2021 Subaru Forester (4 years old)	$24,721
2020 Subaru Forester (5 years old)	$23,109
2019 Subaru Forester (6 years old)	$21,078
2018 Subaru Forester (7 years old)	$18,052
2017 Subaru Forester (8 years old)	$16,228
2016 Subaru Forester (9 years old)	$14,092
2015 Subaru Forester (10 years old)	$12,652