Trim Report

Subaru Forester 2.5X2023

Includes:FOREST|2.5X
$725
Starting From
272
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 272 active dealer listings as of

Min $725
Max $14,695
From $725
Fresh

2.5X Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$15,495
$15K–$78K
2,207 listings36,826 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

2023 Subaru Forester 2.5X Pricing

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Where to Find Subaru Forester 2.5X

Location data for all 2023 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 2023 Subaru Forester trims

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 67 complaints, the 2023 Subaru Forester rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
67
Complaints
7
Crashes
3
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2023 Subaru Forester's biggest weak point? UNKNOWN OR OTHER. It leads 67 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Unknown Or Other10
02Visibility/wiper10
03Forward Collision Avoidance4
04Lane Departure3
05Air Bags3
67 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Subaru Forester Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2023 Subaru Forester trims

26–29mpg combined
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25-26city
·
28-33hwy
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$1,500-$1,700/yr

Fuel economy for the 2023 Subaru Forester ranges from 26 to 29 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Forester AWD - Automatic (AV-S7)
29mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
26 city33 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average
Forester Wilderness AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
26mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
25 city28 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the 2.5X Worth It?

Common questions about the 2023 Subaru Forester 2.5X

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

Every Subaru Forester trim targets a different buyer. The 2023 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2023 Subaru Forester 2.5X?

The 2.5X shares its core mechanicals with other Subaru Forester trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for unknown or other issues, the most commonly reported problem area. The 2023 model page has the details.

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

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Subaru Forester 2.5X 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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