Used 2010 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M) Consumer Reviews
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Reliable,just keep checking the dipstick.
Mark K, Springboro, OH, 01/25/2020
Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
158000 miles, bought new. Replaced head gasket last year. Still burns 1 qt per 4000 mi, but doesn't drip. Heat shields have rattled at idle for 6 years. Not comfortable for big men. Still gets 26 mpg. Very reliable.
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Great Car Except Emissions Control Problems
Jim Wise, Murrieta, CA, 05/19/2016
Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
My 2010 Forester had the check engine and traction control disconnect light illuminate along with the cruise control light flashing at 79,500 miles. The car has been trouble-free up to this point. After a month of searching for fixes, I took it to DCH Subaru in Riverside, CA where they diagnosed the rear oxygen (O2) sensor voltage above the specified range (fault P2096). Subaru warranties the PZEV emission control system for 150,000 miles / 8 years. The fault O2 sensor was replaced without any cost to me.
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Fun to drive go anywhere vehicle
Pat, 11/02/2010
Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I agree with everyone about rattles. There is some issue with interior finishing that causes minor rattles. For me it's far from annoying and dealer will fix it. Will post the output after fix. For now I just pump up the music and enjoy the ride. Trust me, get a manual if you want to enjoy driving forester without sacrificing money with the XT. Cornering the vehicle and driving over rough roads is pure pleasure. Went on a 400 mile trip and I was least tired. You won't even feel the fatigue of long trips. It handles winding roads exceptionally well. Down shift to 4th and it will take up any hill incline on freeways. Hill incline assist is nice. Looking forward to winter's driving on ice.
Second Forester
windsurfer, 07/17/2009
Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
First one went 180,000 miles, then head gasket leaked. Decided to trade in. Did the RAV4, CR-V, Forester loop, and returned to the Forester. The dealerships were the most professional of any brand. I will take it on long dirt roads for fishing, and love the better clearance. No longer a "small" SUV! At least not on the inside. My priorities are value, reliability and gas mileage. Two out of three ain't bad, but I haven't taken long trips yet, so maybe mileage will improve. It's got a miles-per-gallon display, which is nice. Same giant moonroof. Styling is sharper, and I'm glad they didn't slope the roof any more.
As promised
acura convert, 03/16/2010
Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
It's a low cost crossover. I read the other reviews and it seem like people are expecting luxury grade materials. You probably should have driven past the Subaru dealership if you were looking for a German luxury ride. This car is a great value. It does everything well enough and should be pretty reliable. Not flashy, but very competent. I wanted a good mix of MPG, space, and snow handling, so it was perfect. My previous car was an Acura sports coupe, so driving a mini SUV is a little bit of a letdown in terms of handling, but that trade off comes with safety and versatility that I was lacking before. The stereo is pretty bad, but I will replace it soon enough. Also, no rattles so far
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