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Wife loves this car!!!
Gary, 04/21/2017
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Easy entry, Excellent visibility. Fun to drive with excellent mileage.
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2014 Subaru Forester Burning oil
Tom Lukaszewicz, 09/13/2015
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great car, bought it new with one big problem, Burning oil. Dealer did oil consumption test on it at 18,000 mi. and found it was burning 16oz of oil per 1200 mi. Dealer replaced engine block, no questions or problems from them. I have put on 2000 mi. since replacement and it's not burning any oil yet. I'm hoping this is the correct fix because it's been a great car. I will update after 6000 mi Grand Subaru of Bensenville in Illinois has been great up to this point. Hoping this solves the problem for good.
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Montana, 08/03/2020
updated 02/13/2025
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned Subaru vehicles over the years and they all have been outstanding. I would not buy anything else.
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Just doesn't last
Henery, 02/26/2021
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The seats rips , poor performance the engine repair(gasket failed $3,000)
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OIL CHANGE EVERY 400 MILES
GG, 12/07/2022
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought Brand New for my Daughter, her first trip was from San diego to Las Vegas, she called when she got to Bakers Field 4 hours away, saying her Oil light was on, Car was only a couple weeks old, and she had to stop in some little town to get a quart of oil which is worrysome for a parent when their teen is driving their first long drive, Also Happened on the way back, I called Subaru, and they told me this was normal oil consumption, She did a consumption test at the subaru dealership, and they also told her this is normal, So every 400 miles the light comes on and its a quart low. We bought it in 2014 Brand new and have been dealing with this ever since , 2022 Water Pump went out, we are good about keeping it serviced. my Mechanic told me to get rid of it, because in the 2014, the Head Gaskets don't last that long.
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Disappointed
Justone, 05/23/2021
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
A long time Toytoa/Scion owner, I was likely spoiled by the trouble free ownership that brand provided. Once Toyota redesigned their lines, and headroom was compromised in the RAV4, I went with the boxier 2014 Forester, purchased used in 2016. I wanted to love the car, and keep it forever. The fuel economy, handling, headroom, visibility, are all excellent. However, within months, rear wheel bearings and rear suspension literally fell apart. (Subaru refunded cost, but come on. ) Then, once summer arrived, I realized how inadequate the ac was. Another repair. Then the transmission needed work, at 75k miles. Subaru's extended warranty covered cost. All this occurred within a few years. I traded it in as fast as I could. Went with honda, so we shall see.
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Subaru Hybrid Burns Gas and OIl
N.Sarris, 12/11/2017
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Purchased new 2014 Forrester in July 2013. At 33,000 miles the low oil light came on so I added a quart. It burns a quart every 2,000 miles. Subaru tells me it's acceptable (to them). I called a few dealerships to see if it was true and they all said the same thing. This is our 4th and sadly last Subaru. (GL-10, Legacy, Outback, Forrester). I've tried heavier (5w20) oil with the same results. On a positive note the oil consumption has not affected the gas mileage and the plugs are not fouled. The car now has 75k on it. The passenger srs light has started coming on intermittently and the cvt has gotten noticeably louder. I got a letter from the dealership about an extended warranty on the trans related to stalling. I gotta say I'm not impressed with the car. I wouldn't sell this car to anybody given the laundry list of problems. I felt deprived of the new car owner experience. A Lemon.
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Oil Issues and Beyond
Maxwell H, 08/22/2016
updated 10/24/2016
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have a 2014 Subaru Forester and love it! But, I can echo some of the oil issues. But mine have been minor comparatively. A few times in the last three years the low oil light has come on just before I was about to take it in for routine maintenance anyway. I keep a qt in the back and have topped it off apx 3 times since I bought it. When I learned about the class action lawsuit against Subaru I was quite upset and wrote my car off. I took it to the dealership and they gave me a pamphlet about oil consumption that was kind of pathetic. I know how to check the oil in any car and I expect that any modern car doesn't need that type of attention. I also expect that Subaru (to which I have friends and family that have had several different models that lasted for way over 200k miles) won't ever have a silly issue like this. However, that was 2 years ago and at almost 45k my Forester has been a champ. I also got an extended powertrain warranty from Subaru on my Forester for 8 years /100,000 miles as a result of the lawsuit. So if you buy this car used that should transfer from what I am to understand. This also gave me some much needed confidence back in the model and the brand. All this aside, the MPG are amazing for an AWD car, the interior is roomy and well appointed, it has great acceleration and it has gotten us through some tough snow and adverse weather situations safe and sound. Overall I am quite happy with my Forester and plan to keep it for a very long time. Now that the oil issue is out in the open and many cars have been updated I would highly recommend the Forester. Because without this one issue (albeit, a bad one for a few owners) this is one amazing car.
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My New Subaru Forestor Premium
deweyhowe, 08/15/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Overall, I am very happy with my new vehicle. However, I am disturbed at the gas mileage I am getting on the highway. When I drive on a two lane road (where I live there are limited expressways) I get 35 mpg over longer distances when driving 60 mph. However, when I do get on an expressway and drive 75 mph my gas mileage drops to 25 mpg. On longer trips this is disturbing since most of my driving tends to be longer trips in terms of overall miles I drive.
My first Subaru, very impressed.
comiskeybum, 08/02/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my first Subaru and my first AWD vehicle. I have driven other AWD cars before from Ford on test drives but nothing beats Subaru's AWD system.There are youtube videos showing why this is and why their system is head and shoulders better than other's. -Gas Mileage: I will report back on this again after more miles are put on it. But right now driving around the city running errands I average 26.7 MPG. Well within the advertised range. -Powertrain: I am shocked at how fast this vehicle accelerates off the line. Because of the CVT transmission it is able to perform like V6 powered cars I have owned in the past. Plenty of power. Much more than our 2010 Chevy Equinox.
1,000 mile report: Happy so far
fandango, 11/01/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
My initial impressions are good. The ride is quite a bit smoother and quieter than my 2007 Impreza. The handling is pretty good for a SUV. The power is quite adequate in the mountainous terrain where I live.
Tube of Glue no Subaru
cc, 06/20/2023
2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Never has such a young car needed so many premature replacements. For a time I was a fan of Subaru, there are too many other viable options at the same price point. I'll never own another nor would accept poor workmanship through & through from a vehicle that touts reliability. It's only reliability is that more parts will need replaced, displace yours as soon as you can.
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Love this new model but MPG not as advertised
blny, 12/30/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
My 3rd Subaru, but first Forester. Never bought before because it was too small. I am 6' tall, not huge, but this is the first Forester model I feel comfortable both in front and back. My teenage boys are very comfy in the backseat, and they are my height. My only complaint is the gas mileage. I get 20-21 mpg when the local EPA MPG is 24. That's a big difference, and I am not driving like a leadfoot ! I ease off on gas and coast to stop signs and red lights, and that's the only way I got close to 21mpg. My much larger outback gets about 19-20 locally, so only a 1 mpg improvement with a smaller Subaru.
A Very Satisfied 2014 Forester Owner
Billy Moore, 07/18/2015
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
This has been a great car. The 6 speed with the 2.5L is a nice combo. I haven't noticed any excessive oil consumption. I change it every 3000 miles without adding any oil. I don't believe in the 7500 mile oil changes. Perhaps that is why I never noticed any consumption. Asked if I would buy this car again, the answer is YES...but I would get leather, not light fabric interior. It stains very easily. The 6 speed is great, but the clutch took some getting used to....very weeny hydraulic. All in all a very good car!
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Basic AWD transportation
advrider2, 05/05/2014
updated 05/06/2016
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
32 of 63 people found this review helpful
Probably the worst car I have owned because competition has made big improvements and this Subaru lags behind now. Ride is ok but bouncy and jittery on bad roads. Steering has poor feedback and handling is scary at 80mph+. Holding the steering wheel feels like driving an economy $12k car. Just poor quality plastics - I advise to get the leather wrapped steering wheel as an option. CVT is working rough after after driving on ice with awd engaged. Will take it in for a checkup.
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After much thought...
paul271, 09/16/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
13 of 25 people found this review helpful
I have been looking at Subaru Foresters for about two years. I loved my 2008 Honda CRV but wanted to go with an AWD. Reading reviews of small SUV's on Edmunds and getting into the cars moved me slowly toward the Forester. My search resulted in three finalists, the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-5, and 2014 Forester. All are fine choices but the Forester drove so well and with absolutely amazing visibility. Even though the frame sits up high the car has a low center of gravity and very large windows. With the exception of the high (and safe) back head rests, there is no blind spot. Lots of little details suggest great attention to detail in visible and invisible places.
Good choice for the next ten years..
Tom Bavis, 07/16/2015
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I considered only the wagons I could buy with a manual transmission. Subaru had the most interior space, headroom and legroom. Mazda offers only a 2.0 liter engine, with 2.5 costing much more and only with automatic. VW? Let's just say I've owned VWs before. And AWD standard, a mechanical system with NO electronics (at least with manual transmission). Radio is decent, dash vents will ALMOST shut off, I even fit behind the wheel without moving the seat all the way back. Not the Subaru I remember (we've owned four). Gas mileage has averaged 28, better than I expected. Engine is smooth and flexible, doesn't lug at low RPMs. Ride could be better, small bumps I never noticed in other cars (even a 2009 Forester) are annoyingly stiff. Color choices weren't the best - red is very subdued, gray interior is hard to keep clean - no black interior with red?
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Fantastic choice
jdherzog13, 10/22/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
After test driving the Rav4, CX-5 and Forester, there was no debate between my wife and I. 2 months in, we love it even more than we thought we would. Fuel efficiency is awesome, I sometimes get 36 mpg on the highway. Interior is highly functional and a great value. No its not a BMW, but for the price tag its exactly what I expected. Having gone from the VW GTI, not the same driving experience, but I do think performance is adequate. The open cabin, comfortable ride and top motch AWD make this an overall fantastic choice for people who want a mix of urban and off road testing. we've taken a few outdoor adventure trips and its been great.
Recent purchase. Will update down the road. Consider all ratings TBD and/or "for the money"
walmint, 04/02/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Took delievery only yesterday, but I wanted to provide an advanced review to help those that are considering a Forester. Edmund's consumer reviews were very helpful to me, so I wanted to give something back. So far: smooth/compliant ride quality, solid feel, genrally quiet with a hint of road and wind noise, CVT works very well, great visibility, excellent seats, fit and finish are nice, spacious and "open" interior, sharp styling. We have a 2013 CRV EX-L too, and I think the Forester compares favorable. I think the fit and finish of the CRV (even for lower trims) is a little better than the Forester. But the ride quality seems better on the Forester, and the visibility is much better.
Good power but skeptical about the else
iizqueue, 08/03/2014
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
This SUV has solid power train. Would rate it higher if I purchased premium or limited. The power train has little difference from the basic to touring. But extras are definitely not worth $10k. Nav is a joke. Slow response. Hard to see the screen under sun. And no steering information from the vehicle?? Use your phone instead, because that's actually a better nav system. Mpg. You get 30+ mpg only when driving at 50 mph. At 70~75 mph, you get about 24 mpg. Safety. Eyesight doesn't work well when facing sun or in the dark. So it doesn't help when the driver really needs some help. Also extremely sensitive gas pedal, and extremely insensitive brake pedal.
Great vehicle
TL, 09/18/2016
2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Worth the purchase. Performance solid, family outgrew the car is why we are changing to a different car. Loved this vehicle and value to experience was very high.
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Fun Forester
galaxysun, 11/23/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Three weeks ago I bought a 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD with 4cyl CVT. So far I have driven this SUV for about 1100 miles and I am very happy with it. Love the comfort of the ride. I like the way it handles the road, pickup, braking and wet weather. Turning radius is great and road handling was excellent in highway. The view from drivers seat is great. So far my mileage is hovering around 25mpg highway and 21mpg in city. I expect it to give 27mpg combined and 32mpg highway as stated by Subaru once I put on more miles. I live in Chicago area and expect it to handle very well in snow. I will write another review after driving my Forester in winter.
Subaru Forester disappoints!
subie, 11/03/2016
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
We purchased a 2005 new and expected the 2014 to be an evolution of that model...boy were we unpleasantly surprised. They should have called it something else because it drives and behaves in no similar way to the older model. We feel we are driving a totally different make than Subaru and now feel alienated as loyal Subaru customers: The car looks horrible from the dash...video game graphics and angular design is less than perfect. The power tailgate has never operated properly - after two dealer visits, we've given up on it and now we use it manually. It rides like a truck, has little road feel... it has absolutely no driving pleasure whatsoever. I supposed we should have shopped around and spent more time at the dealership to avoid this mistake!
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2014 Forester still mm awesome
Thomas Billa, 01/03/2017
updated 01/05/2018
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Love the Forester, great on gas, smooth ride, quiet road noise, great acceleration, and very roomy.
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2014 Subaru Forester Touring
MJB, 08/14/2021
2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love my Subaru, with all the bells and whistles. I have 124,245 miles on it, and I’m going to keep it forever. Maybe some day I’ll have to put her on blocks, but I’ll still keep her.
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Jerry Levy, 09/21/2015
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I owned a 1998 and 2004 Outback and they were tight, high quality cars. This car has rattles on the front dashboard and the dealer has tried but cannot fix it. Subaru even eliminated the temp. gauge in favor of a 1960s style light on the dash. The lighting in the very back storage area is poor, no light under the hood either, and there is no hook to hang dry cleaning. All in all, the interior is a disappointment but the back seat legroom is awesome and I'm happy with the highway gas mileage. Not much power in this car. If there was a 2.8 V6 option, that would add something.
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Overrated
Mahesh, 07/30/2019
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Beware of the commercials that show long lasting nature of the vehicle - don't fall for these commercial like I did. While I like the styling and the fuel economy, I came to realize reliability of Subaru's is sub-par. I have had numerous issues like rust (yes, rust on a 3-year old car), unresolved excessive oil consumption, completely new A/C (condenser, expansion valve & compressor). Received very poor service from the Subaru customer care and the local dealership. I expected better return on this investment of 35K. I feel liberated as have decided to it trade-in. It will be a while before I look back a Subaru.
Over 4 years in and not impressed
ashmatt, 10/26/2013
updated 11/08/2018
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
We initially were looking at the Crosstrek and perhaps the Outback. The dealer mentioned the Forester and we took it for a drive. We quickly forgot about the other two. Test drove Ford, Nissan, Honda too. When I drive the forester MPG- city/hwy 25/32. When my wife drives, which is most of the time, city/hwy 22/29. Overall a little disappointed in the gas mileage perspective, but it does better than our 2009 Camry! Price paid- 28423- Limited, option pack 2, remote start, splash guards, all weather mats. Briggs in Topeka went very smoothly. ***Update after 3 years. Personally I think the driver seat isn't very comfortable. My right knee always has the keys sitting on it- a bit cramped for my 6' height. Road noise is a bit loud. Haven't had any oil problems that I've heard the Forrester is prone to. Gas mileage is underwhelming, especially if you drive 75+ mph as we often do in the midwest. The ride is pretty rough- you feel most of the bumps on the road, but I don't mind that too much. Fantastic in the snow. A recent brake electrical mechanism had to be replaced, my wife had difficulty getting the car out of park due to this part failure. Since we are past the 36,000 mi warranty it was $95, but concerning that we have a problem only 3 years in. Overall it's a good car, but I don't know that it is worth the price we paid. ***pros- great in the snow/wet weather, great visibility from the cabin. Cons- noisey cabin, not very comfortable front seats, firm/rough ride, HD radio goes in and out,
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Do Not Buy
roryc, 07/22/2014
2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
14 of 33 people found this review helpful
I am writing this because I read reviews like this for 2 months before I purchased my 2014 Forester XT. Day one the car was delivered with screw in the tire, tire had to be ordered. Week 2 Stress crack in windshield. Long cranks or multiple cranks to start car. Shim was inserted by Subaru. Car now misfires with no solution available. The last time at the Bob Moore Subaru I was told to come pick up my car, because we can't repair it. Subaru wanted me to pay $4500 more to exchange the car for an identical model. Serious problems with this model!!
My favorite of all vehichles
smlease, 12/30/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have owned BMW (325i), Mercedes (C230), VW (Jetta, Convertible Beetle) Dodge Stratus and my college vehicle Chevy Chevette. I was looking at trading in my Mercedes for Lexus but since Lexus was closed, I drove by Subaru (Plano, TX) and thought I would take a look. I work in Electronics and have learned that Japanese take great pride in quality, so I while I had checked out every major car mfg, I was am so glad I walked into the lot. The only one they had left was a blue 2014. I love the sunroof, makes it fun, but with the upgraded wood added, I also feel like driving luxury vehicle. 9 months and I love this vehicle!
Review update after 2500 miles
comiskeybum, 10/06/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is an update review after driving the car 2500 miles. I will keep it short and sweet. - I have noticed that it is somewhat hard to achieve the advertised city MPG but I attribute that to the fact that I am not a grandma driver. I actually use the gas pedal. - Highway MPG is great, even at 75MPH you can get 28-29 MPG. Keep in mind that the 32MPG advertised is achieved at 55-60 MPH. The drag coefficient goes way up once you pass 65 MPH. - I have had no problems and I am overall in love with my vehicle and the AWD system.
Big investment..looking for big reward.
readytodrive, 03/21/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
35 of 88 people found this review helpful
I bought this car after shopping for two months. I kept coming back to it, I like the clean line look, the great visibility and with the premium enough new gadgets but not to overwhelming. I haven't owned the car long...it is a 2014! However, I would suggest to anyone to drive the car both day and night. I HATE the dashboard lighting...it is red. Without 20/20 vision it makes it extremely difficult to see the small icons. Comfort is good but not luxurious. Value was fair. Design is simple and inexpensive hardware. Reliability, visibility and reputation was the selling points. Not getting promised gas mileage yet. On first tank of gas. Look to own this car for long time.
Great Drive, tight turning circle, comfortable
othercarnotvan, 04/17/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
28 of 71 people found this review helpful
Bought this car to downsize from a minivan. It drives like a dream -- nimble, commanding view. Got the eyesight feature and we like the adaptive cruise control and how it beeps if you stray out of lane. Power is adequate. We opted for better mileage and regular fuel. Been getting 27-33 on the freeway (depending on speed and if a/c is on) and 19-24 in city. EPA number for city isn't real. Cabin is roomy and airy. Visibility is good but rear window could be bigger. Nav system is unintuitive and won't let your passenger program it if car is moving - a drawback in my book. Up front storage is limited. Moonroof uses 6 cu/ft of cargo space but only base model doesnt have it.
SAVED MY LIFE!!!
Barbara, 01/26/2022
2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Subaru Forester in 2013 and had to attend a business meeting at the Oregon Coast. The trip required a 1-1/2 to 2 hour drive from Portland through a mountain range. On my way, I took a route that was an easy drive and ended up with a speeding ticket because the car was so quiet and glided along! The meeting was stressful and I mistakenly took the more challenging route to return. While going through the mountains on a 2-lane road with lots of curves and a ravine on my right, I fell asleep at the wheel! Eyesight alerted me that I was drifting to the right and I woke up, wrenched the wheel to the left, and returned to my lane. Without Eyesight, I might not be here today! Still have my Subaru and LOVE it. 💜
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overall owner's view of Subaru 2014 Touring model Forester
subieone, 07/18/2013
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is our 2nd foester- we have a 2011 Touring model as well as the new 2014 Touring model ( i vesrsions) The cars are very differant, might as well be made by 2 differant companies , they so unalike- The major differances are improvements to the tranny (now CVT) smoother than the 4 gear jobby of our 2011-- beter gas mileage (3 to 4 miles per gal improvement) We have the A/C on continually , so do not get EPA standard ratings( 24/32 mpg)_pay a penalty of about 4 m/p/g less on average- BUT the improvement of the 2011 Touring model is a average of 3 to 5 m/p/g - __ Interior very roomy- STARK
Roomy and Reliable But Not. Great Ride
Mark, 10/10/2016
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Little things, no auto locking doors, have to hold door when getting out it it will swing all the way out to bang the car next to you, poor seat adjustment options, and not a terribly smooth ride. Stereo sub par. Otherwise has good acceleration, handles well, great fuel efficiency, reliable and roomy.
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Outstanding Subaru for 2014!!
jaacolumbusnc, 12/12/2013
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2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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On 1 November 2013, I purchased the 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited. I traded in a 2014 Honda Accord EXL. The purchase was made at Vic Bailey Imports, Spartanburg, SC. The trade was made in order to move to a vehicle with the CVT transmission, to acquire a more comfortable ride and get a higher passenger seat for my wife, better gas mileage and standard all wheel drive. The Forester provides all these attributes. I added the following options: auto dim mirror compass, body side molding, rear bumper cover and splash guards. It is the perfect vehicle for us and as it turns out, it is the Motor Trend 2014 SUV of the Year. Subaru got it right!
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Great in Snow and mud
Tom the explorer , 10/09/2021
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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While expensive to purchase, brakes and tire, and oil changes have been the only expense to date. The vehicle is comfortable on long trips 400 plus miles.
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Subaru Forester 2014
CAF44, 01/06/2021
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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This is my second Forester and my 7th Subaru since 1974. They are very reliable, comfortable for the driver and all passengers. Excellent during snow or ice conditions. good off road. Plenty cargo space. Only thing I miss is better acceleration. a turbo engine would make this car selling like hotcakes.
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Love my car
Lou, 01/11/2019
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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There is little room for storage and hauling in the back end, That is my only complaint about my car, would recommend it to everyone wanting a smaller suv.
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Love it!
Lauri Lowell, 07/03/2017
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I love this car! The ride is smooth, it handles beautifully, and I feel safe & secure! I do mostly city driving with a lot of stop and go and idling, so my combined mpg is relatively low. However, when I do drive on the highway, I get great gas mileage, in the very high 20s.
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Depends what your looking for
frustratedsubaru, 04/28/2018
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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I was excited and happy about the forester (2014). Great on fuel, at first. Simple interior. I really wanted a vehicle to get a places with a small gas price. The vehicle was great till after 75,000 miles. I now have about 105,000 miles on it(4/24/18). The guy is right about the foresters burning gas, I started having to keep quarts of oil in my vehicle in case the oil light came on. I would get an oil change, half way through the miles the light comes on, I've learned to add oil. So, recently my check engine light came on. It was P0420-catalytic converter efficiency below threshold (bank 1) or could be the Oxygen sensor. I went to the dealer got a tune up and asked about the check engine light. The person told me it was the catalytic converter and to replace it would be $1,700. That's a down payment on a new car. I am confident in myself and family members to help me replace the part but when I went to purchase the part I couldn't get the actual converter part, just the O2 sensor. Hopefully, that's all I need to do. SO! when I asked "how many more miles can I go on the converter now?" she responded with, "Idk, it depends" then I asked "how does this happen? is it common? how can I prevent this?" but no definite answer.
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It's Only OK
Blair, 12/18/2017
updated 12/28/2020
2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
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*** I sold it. I miss it a bit but mostly for the power. **** I'm a bit disappointed in my first Subaru. The ECM had to be reprogrammed early on as it had terrible pre ignition. The drivers seat bottom material had to be replaced at 34,000 miles due to cracking. The transmission began leaking around 45,000 miles. The transmission developed a nasty shudder that come and goes around that time too. All of this is/has been repaired under warranty but after 500,000 miles spread out over 3 Toyota Tacomas and 1 Tundra, I feel let down. Think I might have to move on. I had the transmission leak fixed under the extended warranty. While they had it they updated the transmission programming and this has resolved the shudder. Subaru extended the cvt warranty due to issues.
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Another oil Burner
Huy Ngo, 02/11/2016
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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Doing my second oil consumption test this week. Down a quart after 3200 miles. I'm frustrated that Subaru finds it acceptable for a car to use a quart every 3600 miles. (1/3 qt every 1200 mi.) when the recommended oil change frequency is 7500 mi. And why do some foresters not use oil and others do? That is a quality control problem. Subaru has become way popular in the last several years and must have ramped up production. Maybe they need to funnel some extra resources into QC and not just spit out an inconsistent product.
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Love my Forester!
Lisa, 02/12/2016
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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I upgraded from a 2002 Honda Odyssey to a 2014 Forester. My husband, who is 6'6", says he feels he has more room in the Subaru than he did in the van. I have a 2 year old son, and live in Northern Ohio, so do lots of driving in bad weather. I feel safe and confident in my Subaru's ability to hold the road and not slide in icy conditions. Did I mention, it gets amazing gas mileage? Also, the cabin of the car is nice and quiet for when my son is napping, but has a great sound system for when I am driving by myself. On a more superficial note, the redesign looks amazing and it is truly a beautiful car. Mine is a white pearl color, which is just gorgeous in the sunlight. All in all, I love my Forester, and would highly recommend it, particularly as a family car.
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Great Model Year, Great Car
David M., 04/05/2016
updated 10/06/2016
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Bought a used 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited from Lithia Reno Subaru in Reno, NV. My wife and I drove all the way from the Bay Area to snatch it up, and the ride was well worth it! The car is fantastic, everything you could want from a Forester and then some...the snowy ride through Tahoe on I-80 was cake compared to our experience with the small rental we drove up to the dealership; on the other end of the spectrum, a winding drive through Death Valley was also met without issue. Why the 2014 Forester? This is the first model year with CVT, which greatly increases fuel economy. And because it is slightly older, you can get more car for your $...we were originally looking at lower-end trims, but are glad we went with the Limited; the leather seats won't stain as easily as the fabric, which was a concern as we usually have coffee in the car and are a bit on the clumsy side. If you find a well-maintained 2014 Forester with reasonable mileage, it should feel as good as new, because it practically is! ***Update October 2016*** 8k miles and a one-way cross-country trip later, the car still drives like new and no apparent problems. Regular maintenance performed per owner's manual, nothing extraordinary. I reiterate my original opinion that this make and model year is a fantastic option for anyone looking for an AWD small SUV or the like.
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LOVE MY SUBARU
Taneum Trekker, 02/21/2023
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I've had my 2104 Subaru Forester for 6 months now, over winter. I see there are a few odd complaints about this model. Yeah, it rides a little rough, but-it's not a sedan, it's a mini-truck-hence SUV! It has lots of interior space for cargo and passengers. There are actually too many bells and whistles for my liking, but hey, it's a newer model of vehicle then I'm used to so, I just go with the flow on this. It has plenty of pep for acceleration, and great handling on the road. It was super great in the winter, esp. after I put studded tires on it. The cold weather fuel mileage wasn't so great, but I'll live with that. I don't find that it uses any extra oil, although I am used to checking the oil at almost all refueling, so I'd be likely to catch it before it becomes a problem. I mean, how much does it cost to put in a quart of oil now and then? I've had to do that with almost every other vehicle I've owned, so no biggie. I really, really like my 2014 Subaru Forester.
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The worst car I ever owned. A LEMON. Disappointed.
Disappointed Ex Subaru Convert, 05/29/2022
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I bought the Subaru Forester because I fell for their advertising of being the safe and dependable car, I was a convert for 2 years. BOY, was that an expensive mistake. Starting with the axles needing replacement before 60K miles, the car fell apart quickly. Transmission valve, air bag module, horn, head gasket and radiator, engine block... not to mention the tires getting worn out very quickly despite alignments and rotations. And every time I was at the dealer I would find new customers complaining about their even newer models. Subaru dealerships were awful and didn't repair the problems but kicked the can down the road. After replacing my head gasket I drove home only to find out my brand new radiator was empty, and they had used aftermarket parts to fix the issue after I took it back the next day. After the head gasket "repair" my engine continued to burn oil so the dealer ran a consumption test and told me it passed. 500 miles after it "passed" the oil light went on and I was told I need an engine block. $6600 After finding out the engine block was bad, I tried finding a mechanic who would fix the issue but only found that no one would take this project on because you are supposed to replace the whole engine, not half at a time. Mechanics were baffled as to why Subaru would only do the head gasket...and then 3 months later try to replace the other half. If you are considering a Subaru Forester, I would advise you to reconsider. I know they are good looking cars, but they have major issues.
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Oil Consumption Issues
Bryan, 07/06/2016
updated 07/19/2017
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Our Subaru Forester is having reoccurring oil consumption issues – the oil light comes on well before the manufacture recommended oil change interval. We started our first oil consumption test this past spring, coming into our dealership every 1500 miles for a total of 5 times. The test resulted in limited work on our vehicle. Once the final test came and went we were told there was nothing the dealership could do and we were sent on our way. It’s been a few months and about 3,500 miles since the dealership sent us on our way and the oil light has come on again. So we’ve brought the Forester back to the dealership who is recommending that we start the oil consumption tests over. This is our first Subaru purchase and it’s starting to look like our last because of the amazing inconvenience to my family. It’s difficult for my family to travel to a dealership every 1500 miles to have the oil topped off, and if the dealership/Subaru won’t take steps to fix the root cause we’ll be selling our Forester and moving on to a new brand.
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Love me some Subaru
Melanie O'Meara, 11/16/2017
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I love the way my Forester handles the road, I feel safe while driving it. I am short and at times struggle seeing over the steering wheel but I can see clearly from all angles when I am in my Forester. I can't wait to trade it in for a new model next year. My salesman was extremely helpful throughout the entire process and I felt I paid a fair price.
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