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Used 2010 Subaru Forester Consumer Reviews

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3 out of 5 stars

Our old car

Oliver Murphy, 12/08/2021
2010 Subaru Forester 2.5X Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

We got it in 2012 and we sold it a few weeks ago because it was very expensive to fix. It was a pretty small SUV. It’s fuel economy was great. But it had engine problems. It only had a 4 cylinder engine and we sold it with 111k on it so it was not a very strong engine.

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Performance
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Interior
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Comfort
4 out of 5 stars
Reliability
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4 out of 5 stars
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4.63 out of 5 stars

Don't expect more than what you pay for

sunnynaples, 09/17/2010
2010 Subaru Forester 2.5X 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Subaru 2.5x Special Edition. I bought the 2010 Forester based on safety ratings and reliable all wheel drive. It drives great in heavy rain. The interior is roomy enough for a tall 6'3" man to fit comfortably front and back. The cargo area has an outlet for a fan and fits the dog and dog bed perfectly. Like the other reviews mentioned, you hear road noise. I had my non-Subaru mechanic take it for a spin & he said it was because the engine itself is so quiet. The interior fixings aren't great, but the car was about 10k less than what most of my friends have paid for American SUVs. Overall, I'm satisfied with the purchase and hope to keep the car 10- 12 years.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

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pigo, 01/06/2011
2010 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful

After being a Subaru owner for the last several year, I may try something different next time around. I still love the way this thing drives, but subaru must stop being slow with bringing current technologies to the customers. Absolutley terrible stereo with no Bluetooth, dedicated I pod , etc......This is the Limited afterall! also sunvisor vanity mirrors with out illumination and no light in glove box!!C'mon! The 4 speed tranny was not a huge concern for me but it again shows Subaru's unwillingness to be current. interior materials are not on par with most in the class. If Subaru wants to retain this up till now loyal customer, it must add some class to the fun!!!!

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4 out of 5 stars

Pull over posers - this is the real deal

pl2, 05/21/2010
2010 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

We're still under the 1000 mi. break-in so no speed records yet, but even with mild acceleration, you can feel that this little wagon has a dirty little secret that is eluded to only by the big air scoop on the hood (which really works by the way - this is no poser!). Supposedly this is a 7 sec. To 60. Not terribly fast, but nice to have in a wagon when you need it. The interior is well designed and comfortable. The engine with the turbo is noisy! You are constantly reminded that its there! Drives very well and smooth - handles good and does not feel like a cumbersome SUV. Great turning radius, which I am really beginning to appreciate. Nice stereo. Overall a very surprising car!

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5 out of 5 stars

First Subaru and love it

Love it, 07/18/2010
2010 Subaru Forester 2.5X Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

As a former Honda and Toyota owner, I read the information in Consumer report about the Forester. Along with that review, Edmunds, and the fact one of my son's owns one, I bought our first one. This car rides so much better than our Honda CR-V. This probably will not be our last Subaru.

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