2019 Subaru Forester

$8,993
from
715
listings
$9K–$28K
price range
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Low$8,993
High$27,980
From$8,993
Avg Mileage84,021 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 715 active dealer listings as of

2019 Subaru Forester Trims

All Trims Combined
From$8,993
$9K–$28K
715 listings84,021 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

2019 Subaru Forester Pricing

Price Trend

+1%
$3K$9K$14K$20K$26KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$9,900
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Subaru Forester Safety & Reliability

High Concern

Federal safety data shows 3 recalls and 829 complaints for the 2019 Subaru Forester, a high safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

3
Recalls
829
Complaints
35
Crashes
11
Fires
Recall Findings
19V8560002019-02-12
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.

An unexpected loss of power while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

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19V0650002019-06-02
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V2630002021-15-04
SUSPENSION:REAR

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.

Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 829 issues reported over 1 model years, visibility/wiper problems are the most common for the 2019 Subaru Forester. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Visibility/wiper346
02Unknown Or Other97
03Electrical System73
04Engine35
05Visibility32
829 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Subaru Forester Fuel Economy

29mpg combined
·
26city
·
33hwy
·
$1,500/yr

The 2019 Subaru Forester is rated at 29 MPG combined. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

Forester AWD - Automatic (AV-S7)
29mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
26 city33 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2019 Subaru Forester

35States

California has the most inventory at 7%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Subaru Forester?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Subaru Forester a good car to buy?

The 2019 Subaru Forester has 3 recalls on record. There are 3 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is visibility/wiper, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Subaru Forester?

There are 3 documented recalls for the 2019 Subaru Forester. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Subaru Forester?

EPA rates the 2019 Subaru Forester at 29 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 2019 Subaru Forester?

VISIBILITY/WIPER is the number-one complaint area for the 2019 Subaru Forester, based on 829 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2019 compare to other Subaru Forester years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Subaru Forester model years. Visit the Subaru Forester buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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