2017 Subaru Forester

$2,150
from
622
listings
$2K–$25K
price range
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Low$2,150
High$24,995
From$2,150
Avg Mileage100,884 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 622 active dealer listings as of

2017 Subaru Forester Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,150
$2K–$25K
622 listings100,884 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

2017 Subaru Forester Pricing

Price Trend

+67.7%
$4K$7K$11K$14K$18KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$6,699
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Subaru Forester Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 2017 Subaru Forester has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 566 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
566
Complaints
39
Crashes
1
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

Across 1 model years, 566 owners have filed complaints about the 2017 Subaru Forester. AIR BAGS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Air Bags110
02Visibility/wiper93
03Unknown Or Other69
04Electrical System57
05Engine21
566 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Subaru Forester Fuel Economy

24–28mpg combined
·
22-26city
·
27-32hwy
·
$1,550-$2,300/yr

Across 3 configurations, the 2017 Subaru Forester returns 24–28 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Forester AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
28mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
26 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr6/10 Average
Forester AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
23 city27 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average
Forester AWD - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
22 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2017 Subaru Forester

35States

7% of the market sits in California, though listings span 35 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2017.

2017 Subaru Forester Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2017 Subaru Forester a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2017 Subaru Forester. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2017 Subaru Forester?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Subaru Forester. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2017 Subaru Forester?

You'll get between 24 and 28 MPG combined from the 2017 Subaru Forester, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2017 Subaru Forester?

AIR BAGS problems top the list with 566 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2017 compare to other Subaru Forester years?

The 2017 sits at a specific point in the Subaru Forester lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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