Trim Report

Subaru Forester 2.5XS2019

Includes:FOREST|2.5XS
$3,200
Starting From
10
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 10 active dealer listings as of

Min $3,200
Max $6,990
From $3,200
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2.5XS Market Overview

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 2.5XS Pricing

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Where to Find Subaru Forester 2.5XS

Location data for all 2019 Subaru Forester trims combined

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.

Subaru Forester Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2019 Subaru Forester trims

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
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Subaru Forester Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2019 Subaru Forester trims

29mpg combined
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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)

2019 Subaru Forester 2.5XS FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

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

with 10 listings tracked, the 2.5XS sits in a specific spot in the 2019 Subaru Forester lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2019 Subaru Forester page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5XS?

The 2.5XS shares its core mechanicals with other Subaru Forester trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for visibility/wiper issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2019 model page has the details.

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

The best model year for the Subaru Forester 2.5XS comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Subaru Forester overview.

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