Used 2017 Subaru Forester Consumer Reviews
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Mechanically good car with very poor electronics
Edward Epstein, 05/18/2019
updated 11/29/2021
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Don't buy with electronics - nothing but problems!!! Was very happy when traded it in 3 weeks ago. Never again I will buy Subaru. Dealer I bought it from had very poor knowledge of the vehicle and giving me wrong messages besides the poor customer service.
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ChuckC, 09/22/2016
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Overall, l love the car. The handling, the active driving safety features, the gas mileage, the ride, ... Would be nice if there are more pocket/compartment for storage. And the car come with so many control/info features, it would take sometime to get to know and use.
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First Subie Forester
RDL, 02/17/2017
updated 08/18/2017
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Want a non luxury vehicle with lot's of features and bang for the buck ? Look no further. This is my first Subaru, and I love it ! The updates for the 2017 Forester are great and much improved from previous models. It is extremely quiet, more refined interior...I have the Saddle Brown leather...beautiful ! Exterior is Dark Gray, and looks sharp on my Touring model. The premium stereo sounds awesome, and the bluetooth is very clear. It is a fun vehicle to drive, and it offers no blind spots which is rare these days ! While it is not a fancy interior, everything is practical, and offers plenty of room for passengers and cargo. Lots of technology in the upper trim levels along with memory seats, heated seats, and a heated steering wheel. The 4wd is the best out there, so get it one and go ! UPDATE : I have owned the Forester for 8 months now...zero problems, getting ready for my first oil change and 5000 check- up. This is such a fun vehicle to drive !! I have been averaging 25 -27 mpg between city and highway driving. Very pleased with this mileage. I get lots of compliments with the look ! Eyesight safety is awesome and works flawlessly, and I so enjoy the sirius radio. The sound system in the Touring is awesome ! I highly recommend this vehicle to someone looking for the perfect size SUV...not too small, not to big, easy to park ! Solid, dependable !!
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After 20 years owning a Subaru, a huge Fan.
Bruce Fensley, 03/22/2017
updated 03/31/2025
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
We bought our first Subaru Forester in 2002 and drove it for 20 years. We are amazed how much better the design, technology, safety, and functionality. We look forward to driving this Forester another 18 years! We had to replace our Battery after only Three years. That's a very Short Life of Service. I don't know if that is abnormal or not? We are STILL driving the 2002 Forester and our 2017 is so much better. We often are asked if we are interested in selling our 2002. We would agree with the 2020 Consumer Reports. There is some level of engine noise during start-up and acceleration. But, is very quiet during normal driving. The stability and comfort is excellent. Very impressed with all the driving safety, efficiency, and electronic/ computer systems.
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WINDSHEILD ISSUE - Eye Sight module
Nancy, 02/04/2017
2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 17 people found this review helpful
I love my Forester but....my WINDSHEILD cracked for no apparent reason 2 months after purchase. Thankful for warranty covered it. A rock hit the new WINDSHEILD and a small chip. I then reaserched and found out Subaru has WINDSHEILD issues since 2015. I talked to dealer about this information as well and have been informed, the Subarus with Eye Sight have a THINNER glass. Not comforting, I let sales man talk me into having the Eye Sight. The module does block sight a bit as well. My suggestion is to really research the option with Eye Sight from Subaru and if you do purchase it make sure you also get Glass Ins. Coverage on your vehicle insurance policy! I regret Eye Sight all around in my new Forester.
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