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Used 2023 Subaru Forester Consumer Reviews

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2023 Forester delivered all that I wanted.

Mk, 12/24/2022
2023 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
28 of 32 people found this review helpful

Simple, I had done my research and received the Subaru of my choice that was comfortable , Dependable and safe. As a bonus , the Forester is also quite fun to drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car I have ever owned

New-Subie-lover, 11/04/2023
2023 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

I purchased my Subaru touring about 2 months ago. My old car had failed and I needed a new one asap. Went to the Toyota dealer first, only to find that there were no cars available and I had to wait 1 to 2 years to get one. Tried Honda, same thing. My son had bought a new Subaru, so I thought I would look at them. Went and test drove a Forester. I was very impressed with the quality and ride comfort. I bought a touring model the same day. This car rides like a dream. It is easily the most comfortable ride of any car I have owned. The gas mileage is good, 25 - 26 around town. The engine is more than adequate, it is much faster than my 2013 rav4. The CVT transmission is probably my favorite thing in the car. It is not noisy and makes the car drive smoothly. I am amazed everyday with the quality of this car. Wonderful ride, quiet, great views out the windows, quality interior finish. I am 6' 2" and have plenty of leg room front and rear. I have no remorse in my purchase. I should have purchased Subarus years ago.

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Loving my Forester!!

Catherine, 08/20/2023
2023 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful

I test drove both the Outback and the Forester. Both drove about the same. I liked the interior better on the Forester and was pleasantly surprised that the Forester had nice pick up so I wouldn’t be missing the turbo I had on my prior car.

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We Got Ours!

Kevin, 10/17/2023
2023 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful

We took delivery of our 2023 Forester in April. It’s our first Subaru and first SUV. We are very pleased with it. I’ve bought many new cars and one new pickup over the years. This is the first vehicle that feels like it is worth more than I paid. The fit and finish is excellent. The interior is roomy and comfortable. The acceleration is more than sufficient. We’ve taken a couple road trips that included 700-mile days…no problems with sore backs or legs. We’re liking our Forester just fine.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great vehicle

Andrea Gillespie, 06/20/2023
2023 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful

Traded in a 2015 Forester for a 2023 Forester. Very noticeable more comfortable and smoother ride. Improvements all much appreciated!

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