2025 Subaru Forester Consumer Reviews
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Base - $31,415 MSRP
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Final assembly in Japan
Love It!
Joaniemac, 09/15/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
30 of 30 people found this review helpful
I sit up high enough to see everything in this car and it gives me a feeling of being safe. All the bells and whistles are there to help me drive more safely. Fabulous, large information center and easy to use apps. Great ride and fun to drive.
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Air fuel sensor
Pat Bradley, 11/30/2024
2025 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
70 of 73 people found this review helpful
Bought my 4rd Subaru 3 months ago and fuel sensor failed. Subaru America says they have no replacement part since car is too new. Really?
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So far it been a great car for our family
Eg, 09/12/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
38 of 39 people found this review helpful
I love our new 2025 forester sport river rock pearl. 400 miles and so far only positive experience. The visibility is great, I sit above almost all cars on a freeway. The driving is smooth and if I want it to be more agile there’s a sport mode. It has all modern features of a modern car with classic car design which I personally love. It’s a well built Japanese utility car for any purpose.
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Pleasant Ride
Wrlsdata, 12/30/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
This our second Forester so I didn’t need a lot of information about it. Came close to buying a Crosstrek Limited but picked up this Forester Premium for about the same price. Let’s say I gave up on some features and leather seats for a quieter roomier and slightly more reliable car. In the two weeks of ownership. I find it comfortable and I like all the Easy link driver assist features. 11.6 screen and the menus are easy to learn and use.Drove a Rav4 recently on a vacation and I like the way this car drives more.
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Perfect SUV for me
Jim Austin, 08/30/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
34 of 35 people found this review helpful
I love the look inside and out! The tech is great! Very intuitive! I have the Limited trim. Rides great and is much peppier than I expected. Very roomy and very comfortable front and back. Good sized cargo area! I couldn’t be happier!
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1st time Sube
Tony G, 07/24/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
53 of 56 people found this review helpful
I'm tired of all the new gearshifts out there...Push a button, Pull to the side, and either push up or pull down while holding the brake. Forget about it ! The Forester still has a conventional floor shift that worked for the last 75 years and can operate with your eyes closed. The multi-media screen allows you to operate more things from the main screen instead of having to navigate past it. The Forester drives great and is pretty quiet. The NEW looks is great and phenomenal room inside. Need to get used to no turbo performance
Defies Expectations
Adam, 12/10/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
Based on recommendations from family who own Subarus, we narrowed our search down to just a Mazda CX-5/50 and the Subaru. Edmunds was very helpful in terms of determining price range, recommended option packages, their reviews of the different cars we were considering initially and the likely trade in value of our former car. In the end, the test drives cinched the deal and made the Subaru the obvious choice for us.
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A Great Value
Elky, 12/23/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
I crossed shopped the Forest against the Rav4, the CRV and other similar models. The Subaru had more value for less money in all trim levels. There are pluses and minuses in all compact SUVs but overall this new generation of Forester was the winner. .
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Solid. Responsive. Safe.
SubaruNewbie, 03/08/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
My first Subaru. In dealership, a lady showed us pics of the Forester she was replacing. Her daughter had been in a head-on collision. Inside you could not tell it had been in any accident, while the front end was unidentifiable -just bits of metal. Daughter was untouched. I wanted something smaller and safer than my minivan. I'd call my Forester a compact suburban SUV I can take out fishing -but probably not tow a large boat. LIKES: Front windshield and door posts don't block view. For short people, screen and instrument panel do not block view of front of car (like a Mazda CX-5/50). First test drive I felt sensors by rearview mirror were in the way. Then I realized they would only block my view if I was watching a bird or plane while driving. So not an issue. ENTRY: Very easy to get in and out. Doors open wide and car is higher than a sedan so you slide right in. RIDE: Smooth for an SUV. It doesn't float, but let's be fair; it's not a Cadillac boat. STEERING: Responsive and sporty. You feel in control. Turn wheel a smidge, and car will turn. Fantastic turning radius. Try it. QUIET: Haven't driven in a windstorm, but so far it's quiet on both the freeway and streets. I don't have to yell to have a conversation driving on freeway. You do of course hear the engine growl when entering freeway, but it's not a roar like our minivan or truck. When parked, it takes effort to hear it running. We've almost forgotten to shut it off because we assumed we already had, it's that quiet. POWER: It's not a racecar. More than enough power to get on the freeway. You won't be holding anybody up -you will be held up by small cars in front of you. Yes, really. I wouldn't try a tight pass, but a thoughtful one is no problem. ROOMY: This car concentrates on passenger space over cargo. Plenty of cargo room for a Costco run. 6'2" son can sit in back seat very comfortably. This is a COMPACT SUV, so if you're a big-time camper you already know you need something else. SAFETY: Blind-spot and back up warning is a must. Auto-dimming rear and heated side mirrors (options) are fantastic. Auto headlights are a treat. Great nighttime vision, but I do wonder if I'm one of those annoyingly bright headlight people? They are LED and take some getting used to. Take a test drive at night if you can. BOONS: Garage door opener in rear view mirror (option). Liftgate automation a nice thing, but not really needed. The manual lift one was very easy. Heated seats (if yours don't heat within 2 minutes, something is wrong). Auto seat adjust driver side, passenger is manual. I prefer manual and wish that was an option. All weather mats: A must if you have pets, pine needles, mud, dirt, etc. DISAPPOINTMENTS: First tank of gas, mileage is 21 in mostly city driving. And I'm no lead foot aggressor. Blind-spot, heated/dimming mirrors, remote start, and bumper guard should be standard. BIG DISAPPOINTMENT: I despise you have to negotiate a fair and decent price on their extended warranty. This practice drags the Subaru brand way down in my book. Get it together, Subaru! You're better than this. Overall very happy and feel safe in my Forester. The only sour note about buying this car has been trying to get Subaru's Gold Warranty without feeling ripped off.
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2025 Forester Premium
John D, 12/18/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
Bought a few months ago and my wife and I soon took it on a 3000 mile trip with our border collie. Absolutely delightful road trip car. Very comfortable for long drives, excellent fuel economy and, in my opinion, perfectly adequate performance. At no point was I wishing for more power. I was so impressed with the linear power delivery and the tendency of the engine to remain at lower rpm’s and just effortlessly move the car with no fuss or jerking transmission shifts. And outstanding visibility in all directions with large, tall windows. Best of all it is incredibly quiet and it’s easy to have a conversation at highway speeds. I have yet to find something I don’t like about the car and I am incredibly particular. This is my first Subaru, I was convinced I’d buy a Honda since I’ve had such good experiences with previous Hondas that just last forever, but I was very disappointed in the latest CRV. It felt cramped and claustrophobic inside with Hondas characteristic and traditional uncomfortable seats - the worst. The Honda’s engine tended to surge continuously while the Subaru was much better behaved. Just underwhelmed by the Honda, it was boring and cost more - no thank you. And what is up with Honda colors? Silver, gray, black. We opted for the light gray River Rock Pearl in the Forester which we like very much, it’s reflective and light, easy to live with. Time will tell but so far we love it.
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Sweet Ride
DLG, 07/14/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
29 of 31 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2021 Forester which I loved. I decided to get a 2025 Forester Limited. It's even better. Drives smoother and less noise. Love the new screen. Hoping this one is as good as the last one I owned. I don't think you will be disappointed when you test drive
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My new car and I have become best friends
Vicki, 01/23/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
My other Subaru was 13 years old and I decided that at the age of 76 I was going to get a new car and figure out how to work the things on it, afterall, there were still things on my old car I couldn't work. Besides, I needed a beep to tell me another car was on my side, or that someone was walking behind me or that I was parked between the lines. And most of all, that I could look at the display and it was BIG enough for me to see! It was a dream I had and yes, it all came true. The best part was that it was user friendly and I could figure out how to operate it. Today, we go on trips together and she plays a big part in helping me to get there safely. She flashes things on the dashboard to remind me to be alert or that the car ahead is moving or sometimes she suggests we stop for a cup of coffee. She even keeps the car in the center of the lane when we are cruising. Some people may not like the companionship but I do. This car does everything and more and I love it. It is quiet, smooth and dependable and I love it.
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2025 forester
Josh, 07/18/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
26 of 29 people found this review helpful
Overall it's a great car but i wouks give it 4.5 stars. It's comfortable, easy, and practical. It's not the fastest car but it's not slow IMO like people make it out to be. Build quality is great, pretty quiet and alot of space. I only really have 2 faults with it. The infotainment is a little slow at times and finicky but its usually good and I wish it was the hybrid version (which I know it coming) to improve mpg which isn't terrible but not great.
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Sell 2016 Forester for 2025 forester touring
Phil, 01/23/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
My Wife always liked the good visibility of the road and how it performs on snow despite all weather tires. It is easy to navigate and park in tight quarters. Like the 2016, we did not expect much power, but that's OK, and the interior is still noisy on some road surfaces. One gripe is it does not come with a built-in garage opener like my 2016 did (crazy that the highest price model does not come with an opener.) Sometimes it warns me to pay attention to my driving when I am looking right down the road. (May be the sun reflecting off of my glasses confusing the algorithm.) I wonder if due to the short wheelbase both 2016 and 2025 require constant steering correction at highway speeds more than my F-150 Crew Cab.
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Love
Meredith, 07/07/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
25 of 29 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love my Subaru forester sport! I initially went in to test drive an Outback and well I own a forester now. The seats are so comfy, I feel like I belong in the car. It drives well, there’s minimal noise, and all the standard features that come with the sport are perfect! Heated seats, leather seats, moonroof, safety features I couldn’t ask for a better car.
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great vehicle
Kate, 03/30/2025
2025 Subaru Forester 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The "base" Forester is an amazing vehicle especially for the price. Has all the features you need and none that are "extra." Enjoy how it drives, the roominess, and every aspect of it.
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David, 04/16/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
First time driving this car and I must say, everything about this car is amazing.. This car was built to last and kick butt. I wish I had one thing bad to say but hey, they really covered every inch of this car...
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Terrible head lights low beam design
Kittynho, 11/16/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
45 of 60 people found this review helpful
As an engineer for the last 35 years in automotive industry I worked in both processing and quality. I bought a Forester Limited for my wife, made in Japan, came after 2 months with only 5 miles on odometer. Within 2 minutes I noticed that the sunroof switch is bent, cannot open the sunroof, no big deal, it happens, even when made in Japan. It was fixed. After 3 weeks a TPMS failed, no big deal again. As my wife started driving in the morning when dark she mentioned about weird head lights low beam. The horizon line is scattered and underneath all kind od dark spots that bounce up and down when you brake and accelerates, all depending on how far or close the objects in the front of you are It is very distracting and dangerous. This is a flaw design, dealer cannot fix it ... and Subaru preaching about safety ...they should know better. Otherwise the car is comfortable, sits very well on road, quiet CVT, fast enough for 4 cylinders. If you consider buying a Subaru make sure you do mostly daylight driving 😅😅😅.
Nice car, bad seating position
Western PA Subie, 05/23/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Traded our gas hog 2023 Ascent for a shiny, new Forester Sport. Initially loved the Forester but discovered that for trips over an hour long that the driver seat caused really bad back pain. No amount of adjusting would relieve it. We just traded for a 2025 Outback Limited after driving our son's and being pain free.
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Remote Start is an app
J. North, 10/30/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
38 of 52 people found this review helpful
Drivers have to have a smart phone app to be able to have remote start on a 2025 Forester. We have a second home where there is not wi-fi or cell service. There are still areas that do not have cell service due to terrain or being remote. So the Subaru monthly charge for Starlink is useless in this instance. Remote start should be on the key fob like most other manufacturers. Subaru has dropped the ball on this option by trying to force buyers in to the monthly charge service Starlink. Buyers should be aware of this fact.
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Don’t buy if you enjoy your heated seats working
Brooks, 09/20/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
44 of 63 people found this review helpful
There is a widespread issue with many owners reporting faulty heated seats. Mine operate inconsistently - when they do get warm, despite being on high it’s less warm than the lowest setting on my previous car / any other car I’ve been in. No fix from Subaru so far and they suggest the seats are operating as intended. Have also been told they should get warmer when it is colder outside - also untrue. It was 48° the other day in the mountains and when set on high, even after 20 minutes there was ZERO heat coming from the heated seats. Extremely disappointing. I love this car otherwise, but seat warmers were an expensive upgrade and very important feature to me in a car. I was excited to own a Subaru, but this is changing my opinion of the company very quickly in a negative way.
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Move to Forester 25
calun, 09/18/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 22 people found this review helpful
Drives well, looks great, a little noisier than the Outback and I don't love the seats. They hit the back of my mid-thigh, not by the knees, like a chair.
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2025 Forester Touring is a DUD!
Bill G, 10/18/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
40 of 65 people found this review helpful
I loved my 2000 and my 2022, and the preview comments about 2025 driver assistance upgrades sounded wonderful, so I immediately bought my Touring without even looking at it: A BIG MISTAKE. Here is a sample of poorly designed functions ... I'll start with driver assistance rear alerts for cars or people moving behind you because they come MUCH TOO LATE. In 2022, alerts came WELL BEFORE the car or people entered your rear camera view. In 2025 alerts come AFTER the car or person is already well into your camera view which means you may hit them. Also alerts for cars in your side blind spot as you drive ARE ONLY SILENT. ONLY a small light flashes, which you won't see unless you are looking sideways! They REDUCED ALL THE IMPORTANT CAMERA VIEWS to tiny hard to see views to display useless status info for static functions and the large screen has so much glare you can't read it. Now on to a few convenience features ... there is no way to link your Touring to your garage door other than clipping your old fashioner clicker to your sun visor because they put in an extra rear camera view and took out the HomeLink connection. And the wireless charger only works if you take your protective cushion cover off your iPhone. And you can't get more than 25 mpg unless you buy a major brand of gas such as Exxon or Sunoco but those stations are hard to find. I send one complaint to Subaru already but its been a month and they haven't answered. Don't buy the 2025 Forester Touring, and check the other models carefully to find out if they work,
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Love my 2025 Subaru Forester
Joanne K, 10/28/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
Lots of great safety features, beautiful interior design, Autumn Green paint color, and handles very well.
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Pleased
Julie Barrett, 03/24/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love my new Subaru Forester. Lots of new features but easy to drive even for someone who hasn't had all the upgrades before. I love the river rock color, I like sitting up a bit higher. it is roomy but doesn't feel huge, the display panel is beautiful.
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NEW SUBI
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.
Satisfied
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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Great car
Jude, 10/10/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 9 people found this review helpful
So far, car’s been great!
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The green pearl of a car
Jerry, 11/08/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 9 people found this review helpful
Great ride with many improvements from my 2022 forester Sirius stil a bit rough to play at times
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Subaru is #1
George , 10/25/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have owned 5 Subarus and love them. Reliable, hard working with great handling under all weather conditions
Very satisfied with my first car!
Hank, 11/08/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Got a limited trim level, everything exceed my expectations. The only regret is that I should go for the touring trim level cuz it adds some detailed features that would enhance the driving experience more.
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My 4th Subaru
Dee Bumbera , 05/13/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Sport Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The new Hybrid Forester Sport model is beautiful, has higher wheels, a comfortable, quiet, smooth ride. The interior is gorgeous and the safety features are extremely helpful.
New set of wheels
Ed Pollachuckles , 10/11/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is our second Subaru Forester, that should say a lot! Extremely impressed with it
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Ugly blue
Grandma Blondie, 12/23/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 11 people found this review helpful
I loved everything about the 2025 Forester. I want one. I loved the blue I saw in the show room, beautiful blue/grey, but it is only in the basic. Walk out to see the blue in the sport, what the hell, it is an ugly blue/purple. So I love all the features but don’t want to pay that price right now. So I wait. Maybe they will change the color.
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Pete, 03/04/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My wife and I love this SUV you can’t beat the visibility and reliability of this car. Along with all the safety features that come standard with the touring model , you can’t go wrong. This is our 6th Subaru and they were always one of the best vehicles to drive in bad weather.
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Energetic!
Nick, 06/08/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love the design, interior cosmetics, and handling! Rides smooth and turns corners fairly good. Spacious interior and large windows. The additional wilderness features are a plus. Overall, makes you feel like you’re going on a wilderness adventure every time you hit the road!
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Love this car
JD, 05/23/2025
2025 Subaru Forester Touring Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have been very happy with the Forester hybrid. Love it!
I didn't get a puppy as in the Subaru commercials!
Ania - Akron, OH, 12/05/2024
2025 Subaru Forester Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
LOVE IT! Best riding SUV and easy to get in and out of.
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