Trim Report

Subaru Forester 2.5XS2026

Includes:FOREST|2.5XS
$3,200
Starting From
10
Active Listings
—
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$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 2.5XS Pricing

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Where to Find Subaru Forester 2.5XS

Location data for all 2026 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 2026 Subaru Forester trims

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
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Subaru Forester Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2026 Subaru Forester trims

26–35mpg combined
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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)

2.5XS Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2026 Subaru Forester 2.5XS

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 2026 Subaru Forester lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2026 Subaru Forester page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2026 Subaru Forester 2.5XS?

Budget for standard 2.5XS maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2026 has 1 recall on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

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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