Trim Report

Subaru Forester 2.5i2016

Includes:FOREST|2.5i
$1,900
Starting From
454
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 454 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,900
Max $24,995
From $1,900
Fresh

2.5i Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,900
$2K–$22K
453 listings111,203 avg miles
2.0XT Premium
From$2,900
85 listings|$3K–$23K
2.0XT Touring
From$6,995
182 listings|$7K–$26K
2.5X
From$725
272 listings|$725–$15K
2.5X L.L. Bean
From$4,495
8 listings|$4K–$10K
2.5X Limited
From$2,500
95 listings|$3K–$16K
2.5X Premium
From$700
205 listings|$700–$15K
2.5X Touring
From$5,489
19 listings|$5K–$13K
2.5XS
From$3,200
10 listings|$3K–$7K
2.5XT
From$1,400
10 listings|$1K–$13K
2.5XT Limited
From$3,995
17 listings|$4K–$11K
2.5XT Premium
From$6,995
7 listings|$7K–$14K
2.5XT Touring
From$6,995
8 listings|$7K–$13K
2.5i
From$1,900
454 listings|$2K–$25K
2.5i Limited
From$1,800
571 listings|$2K–$28K
2.5i Premium
From$1,675
1,130 listings|$2K–$26K
2.5i Touring
From$3,400
345 listings|$3K–$25K
L
From$1,640
17 listings|$2K–$7K
Limited
From$11,700
4,013 listings|$12K–$47K
Premium
From$9,000
9,020 listings|$9K–$368K
S
From$3,995
3 listings|$4K–$11K
Sport
From$3,995
5,881 listings|$4K–$46K
Sports 2.5X
From$4,900
8 listings|$5K–$10K
Touring
From$999
5,846 listings|$999–$49K
Wilderness
From$12,000
3,672 listings|$12K–$49K

2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Pricing

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Where to Find Subaru Forester 2.5i

Location data for all 2016 Subaru Forester trims combined

35States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 7% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Subaru Forester Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2016 Subaru Forester trims

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 403 complaints, the 2016 Subaru Forester rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
403
Complaints
39
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
19V7010002019-03-10
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.

If the connection loosens, the front passenger airbag may deactivate even though the seat is occupied, increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2016 Subaru Forester's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 403 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags59
02Electrical System53
03Unknown Or Other35
04Power Train25
05Engine25
403 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Subaru Forester Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2016 Subaru Forester trims

25–27mpg combined
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22-24city
·
27-31hwy
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$1,600-$2,300/yr

Fuel economy for the 2016 Subaru Forester ranges from 25 to 27 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Forester AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
27mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
24 city31 hwy~$1,600/yr6/10 Average
Forester AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
23 city27 hwy~$2,300/yr6/10 Average
Forester AWD - Manual 6-spd
25mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
22 city28 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the 2.5i compare to other Subaru Forester trims?

Every Subaru Forester trim targets a different buyer. The 2016 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i?

Maintenance costs for the 2.5i align with the broader Subaru Forester ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2016 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2016 Subaru Forester page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Subaru Forester 2.5i?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Subaru Forester 2.5i year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Subaru Forester overview compares all years side by side.

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