2026 Subaru Forester

$25,981
from
21,299
listings
$26K–$368K
price range
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Low$25,981
High$367,677
From$25,981
Avg Mileage25,002 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 21,299 active dealer listings as of

2026 Subaru Forester Trims

All Trims Combined
From$25,981
$26K–$368K
21,299 listings25,002 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

2026 Subaru Forester Pricing

Price Trend

-1.5%
$26K$38K$49K$61K$73KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$27,217
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Subaru Forester Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 4 complaints for the 2026 Subaru Forester, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
4
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
25V8890002025-18-12
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Forester vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior warning.

A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 4 issues reported over 1 model years, forward collision avoidance problems are the most common for the 2026 Subaru Forester. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Forward Collision Avoidance1
02Power Train,electrical System,fuel/propulsion System1
03Visibility1
04Unknown Or Other1
4 total across 1 model years (2026–2026)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Subaru Forester Fuel Economy

26–35mpg combined
·
24-35city
·
28-34hwy
·
$1,250-$1,700/yr

The 2026 Subaru Forester delivers 26 to 35 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Forester Hybrid AWD - Automatic (AV-S6)
35mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
35 city34 hwy~$1,250/yr6/10 Average
Forester AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
29mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
26 city33 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average
Forester Sport/Touring AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
28mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
25 city32 hwy~$1,550/yr5/10 Average
Forester Wilderness AWD - Automatic (AV-S8)
26mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
24 city28 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2026 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 2026.

2026 Subaru Forester Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2026 Subaru Forester a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2026 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 2026 Subaru Forester?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2026 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 2026 Subaru Forester?

You'll get between 26 and 35 MPG combined from the 2026 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 2026 Subaru Forester?

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE problems top the list with 4 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 2026 compare to other Subaru Forester years?

The 2026 sits at a specific point in the Subaru Forester lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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