Trim Report

Subaru Forester 2.5X2025

Includes:FOREST|2.5X
$550
Starting From
243
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 243 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $550
Max $15,348
From $550
Fresh

2.5X Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$10,294
$10K–$48K
1,848 listings26,001 avg miles
2.0XT Premium
From$1,950
87 listings|$2K–$23K
2.0XT Touring
From$4,995
193 listings|$5K–$30K
2.5X
From$550
243 listings|$550–$15K
2.5X L.L. Bean
From$995
11 listings|$995–$10K
2.5X Limited
From$575
92 listings|$575–$14K
2.5X Premium
From$900
158 listings|$900–$17K
2.5X Touring
From$6,500
12 listings|$7K–$16K
2.5XS
From$990
9 listings|$990–$11K
2.5XT
From$3,595
5 listings|$4K–$9K
2.5XT Limited
From$6,500
11 listings|$7K–$14K
2.5XT Premium
From$9,079
3 listings|$9K–$12K
2.5XT Touring
From$5,995
8 listings|$6K–$12K
2.5i
From$1,950
419 listings|$2K–$25K
2.5i Limited
From$2,250
569 listings|$2K–$34K
2.5i Premium
From$850
1,146 listings|$850–$27K
2.5i Touring
From$2,400
322 listings|$2K–$27K
L
From$2,995
9 listings|$3K–$6K
Limited
From$11,295
3,742 listings|$11K–$46K
Premium
From$9,995
7,822 listings|$10K–$54K
Sport
From$1,900
4,942 listings|$2K–$44K
Touring
From$10,795
5,133 listings|$11K–$48K
Wilderness
From$18,973
2,716 listings|$19K–$48K
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2025 Subaru Forester 2.5X Pricing

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Where to Find Subaru Forester 2.5X

Location data for all 2025 Subaru Forester trims combined

35States

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

Subaru Forester Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2025 Subaru Forester trims

High Concern

The 2025 Subaru Forester's high safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 88 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
88
Complaints
11
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
25V0330002025-23-01
WHEELS

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles equipped with 18" aluminum alloy wheels. The wheels may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface, which can result in the wheel being improperly attached and cause a loss of vehicle stability.

A loss of vehicle stability increases the risk of a crash.

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25V4190002025-19-06
CHILD SEAT

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.

A loose child seat anchor bolt increases the risk of injury to a child during a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2025 Subaru Forester has accumulated 88 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with unknown or other leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Unknown Or Other14
02Visibility/wiper10
03Visibility7
04Forward Collision Avoidance6
05Exterior Lighting6
88 total across 1 model years (2025–2025)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Subaru Forester Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2025 Subaru Forester trims

26–35mpg combined
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25-35city
·
28-34hwy
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$1,950-$2,600/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2025 Subaru Forester ranges from 26 to 35 MPG combined. That's a 9 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Forester Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AV-S6)
35mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
35 city34 hwy~$1,950/yr7/10 Clean
Forester AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
29mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
26 city33 hwy~$2,350/yr6/10 Average
Forester Sport/Touring AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
28mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$2,400/yr6/10 Average
Forester Wilderness AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
26mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
25 city28 hwy~$2,600/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the 2.5X Worth It?

Common questions about the 2025 Subaru Forester 2.5X

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

The 2.5X occupies a distinct position in the Subaru Forester range. See how it stacks up on the 2025 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2025 Subaru Forester 2.5X?

Maintenance costs for the 2.5X align with the broader Subaru Forester ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2025 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is unknown or other. Check the 2025 Subaru Forester page for the full breakdown.

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

For the 2.5X, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Subaru Forester buyer's guide.

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