2025 Subaru Forester Consumer Reviews
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Never thought I'd buy another Forester
Elizabeth, 07/06/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Touring Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
4 weeks ago I purchased a 2025 Forester Hybrid Touring model. It's my 3rd Subie; my 1st was a 2005 Forester. I liked everything about it but the backseat leg room and road noise, which was bad. I decided I wouldnt buy another. My 2nd Subaru was a 2015 Outback; I've truly loved everything about it. I have never had a repair or day's trouble with it. The only reason I decided to get a new car is I've only got a couple more working years to retirement, so it made sense financially. I also wanted to take advantage of all the new safety enhancements. Toss in anticipated price increases, it was time. I went in to the dealership to buy another Outback, and ended up with the Hybrid Forester. The 2025 Outback pretty much drove exactly like my 2015. It wasn't a disappointment, but I wasn't crazy about the interior, esp the trim. They then showed me the Forester Hybrid, and I was blown away by the changes and upgrades to my 2005 Forester. I had to take it out for a test drive. IMHO, it drove far better than the Outback. Easier to get in with my bad knee, better visibility, a more responsive driving experience and it was super quiet, even the gas engine. It even felt roomier. I went home to research other hybrid small SUVs. They all rated similarly on the things that mattered to me. One of the key differences to other makes was that Subaru's all-wheel drive performance in snow was better. It's one of the main reasons I initially bought Subaru, and the feature I like best next to safety. It was a no-brainer. I decided to get the Touring package, the additional options and safety upgrades are more than worth the extra money. There are too many to review, but my favorite is the 360 surround view; it really helps with parking. My second favorite option is Navigation; AndroidAuto can display your phone's Google Maps on the Info screen, but you can also set up a closeup of Starlink's route map on the dashboard, which is a display with several view options. Its map is easy to read, and I don't have to take my eyes off the road to watch for Street signs (my car's DriverFocus would scold me otherwise!) Having owned 2 other Subarus, switching to the large Information Center was fairly easy; I recommend utilizing the Dealership's classes. I've set up MySubaru, and the remote start and lock doors is easy to use. All in all, my best car ever!
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Unbiased review of first Subaru
TofTacoma, 06/20/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Before choosing the Forester I test drove a Honda CRV and HRV, Toyota RAV4, and Mazda CX5 and CX50. Narrowed down to RAV4 or Mazda CX5 and drove both twice more. Was ready to buy the CX5 but son pushed me to a Subaru dealer. Knew first drive I wanted the Forester. Test drove it and the Mazda one last time and bought the Forester. It checked more favorable boxes for performance (not looking for a sports car), comfort, my mechanic's recommendation, and safety. HOWEVER, for all the talk of family and love, Subaru treats you like the adopted child when it comes to their extended warranty. You have to shop around as prices vary greatly. Great car though. Definitely worth a test drive. Or two.
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LInda, 03/03/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Smoother than the 2019 --lots of cool features: tailgate opens with pass of let under it; heated rear seats; remote start in winter and summer; Easy handling.
Safety, Reliability and a Beauty
Barb, 08/03/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 26 people found this review helpful
As a recent widow, I wanted to purchase an SUV that gave me peace of mind for safety and reliability. The 2025 Subaru Forester fit the bill.
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Robert saunders , 09/28/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is my first subaru and I really like it very comfortable very safe great quality a smooth ride for a suv I can't think of anything negative.
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