Used 2007 Subaru Forester Consumer Reviews
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Forester Sport XT - Manual
Gordon S, 02/16/2009
2007 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 XT 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Looking for a small wagon with a ton-of-fun factor, then this is for you! Mine has a short-throw shifter, turbo gauge (visual toy) and heated leather seats (to warm ones hide on those chilly Minnesota Winters mornings). Our car delivered us to Colorado skiing, pheasant hunting in SD and canoeing in the BWCA, while allowing us to enjoy the scenery through the panoramic moon roof. The Forester Sport handles all tasks with ease, and the AWD triumphs over any treacherous weather condition encountered. It readily tows (2.4K lbs) with the trailer pkg, allowing us to haul our gear to the cabin and back with a minimum of fuss/muss. I can't say enough good about this car, it does what I need it to do
Our second scooby
tscascade1, 01/07/2010
2007 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium Package 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
For those looking for a purely utilitarian vehicle, this is it. It eats up anything wet, snowy, or off pavement. Great for outdoorsy families. The unfortunate drawbacks are the ride quality and the noise. When driving this car I sometimes feel like the thing is on a Jell-o mold. The body roll,the acceleration squat, and the brake dive is annoying. It is also grossly underpowered for a 3200 pound cube. If you can bring yourself to do it, settle for the 4-speed automatic. The M/T feels like a broomstick connected to a pillow. Fortunately, it comes in turbo trim and may be worth the premium fuel cost to get the motor & suspension upgrades. In the end, at it's price point, nothing comes close!
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Don't buy one!
rusty, 03/20/2008
2007 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium Package 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This Forester has been in the shop more than my garage. The Climate control took 4 return visits before it was repaired. The seat fabric frayed at the edges right away. The seat covers were replaced. The brakes started failing around 14K miles. My wife was afraid to drive the car. The dealership replaced the master brake cylinder. The seats are not comfortable at all. They are very hard. My legs go numb driving and as a passenger in this car. We bought this without a trade in and thought we were getting a car that would last. I don't think so. There are many switches on the dash and they are confusing. I will never buy a Subaru again. This is my first and last
Weak Windshields
emily, 08/04/2010
2007 Subaru Forester 2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
Yes, windshield(s). In 2009, after owning the car for two years, driving the car on the highway, there is a crack in the windshield. Replaced the windshield and a year later in August 2010, driving car on the highway and there is a crack again. Had a Toyota Corolla from 1994-2006 and the car hood flew up into the windshield on the highway and there were ZERO cracks on the windshield. What is wrong with Subaru's windshields or window frame? It shouldn't crack so easily against rocks flying around on the highway. It's the highway, there is always going to be loose rocks. Perplexed.
Great
Della Cranks, 04/01/2017
2007 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The car has served me well. Outside of the normal maintenance I have not had any problems. The car is dependable.
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My 2007 qualifies for the Forester Hall of fame!
SQ Easton CT , 07/24/2024
2007 Subaru Forester 2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased near the end of 2007, w 20k milage. The best decision ever! Having had luxury autos in the past, I quickly realized this rather simple car was perfect for my travel and retirement needs. Gosh.. I have had this car 17 years, and nary a problem! It has aged better than ~ well, you can fill in the blank! I don't have the "X" version, but my white Subaru looks like the picture above, without the black addition on the hood. Thank you Subaru for my car.
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Have $3k ready to replace head gaskets
Jeff, 08/10/2020
2007 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This could be such a great car, but this is one model affected by the flawed head gaskets design/composition. I had to shell out $3k at around the 70000 miles mark to replace them. I complained mightily to Subaru of America and they gave me $1500 for the trouble. Still. I've known two others with one of these late 00's early teens 2.5L (non turbo) Subarus who've had the EXACT same problem. If it's that pervasive Subaru ought to be sued.
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Get more than you pay for plus fun drive
Nightshade Bob, 07/03/2007
2007 Subaru Forester Sports 2.5 XT 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A sports car in disguise, a classic sleeper. Performance is similar to the WRX, and it doubles as a midsized family SUV and ski/soccer/beach hauling vehicle. Mom or Dad can drive their fun car, have decent gas mileage, and cart around all the family stuff in any weather or road conditions. It's a budget, sport, family SUV. So, for all it's plusses expect some cheapness, avg mileage, and the style and fit of a crossover off-road/family wagon. Still, above avg value, fun and practicality for the money, with good safety. Needs padded side columns, side curtain airbags, design that prevents water/snow drips on floor and seats, and a decent paint job to be a true 10.
Forester after One Year
FrannyForester, 12/21/2007
2007 Subaru Forester 2.5 X 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had my Forester for more than one year now. This is my first AT after 40 years on the road. It has been very dependable and is fun to drive. I have an aging mother who needs a walker, and the Forester accommodates it easily. Also, it is easier for her to enter than my previous car. I have had to drive in some severe weather, and the AT has proved easier to handle than I expected.
SUV for Nor Cal
German Silva Jr, 11/12/2007
2007 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium Package 4dr Wagon AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My first Subie - love it. Every morning I can't wait to get behind the wheel and slam the RPMs near red line. By the way mine is non-turbo. Took it off-roading today in the Marine Headlands and handled perfect in mud, wet grass, gravel, and pouring rain. I'm planning on putting winter Blizzacks for winter driving to Tahoe to fully appreciate the AWD. Added a bra, cargo box liner, Weathertech floor mats (a MUST), synthetic oil after 1K. This will not be my last Subie. Bring the Forester STI to the States!!