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Subaru Forester

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 76% Detailed ratings

Price $25,995 – $37,995 Payments

Fuel consumption 7.5 – 10.6 L/100km

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Accounting for 25% of Subaru's sales, the Forester compact SUV is a sure bet for the Japanese brand. The manufacturer recently gave its MVP a complete overhaul by giving it a choice of engines. There's a 2.5-litre 170-horsepower 4-cylinder boxer or the same 2.0-litre found in the WRX sports car. Both engines can be paired with an automatic CVT, but only the basic engine can be equipped with a 6-speed manual.

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Top 10 Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs in 2025

SUVs and crossovers continue to dominate new vehicle sales in North America, and automakers happily churn out more models for the sake of profitability. Now, for consumers looking to save money at the pump, it's important not to look solely at fuel consumption ratings or to automatically opt for a …September 10, 2025

2025 Subaru Forester e-Boxer Hybrid: Good But Not Enough

At last, Subaru has finally launched a hybrid variant of its compact SUV, the Forester . But was it worth the wait? In the light of our recent test drive, we're inclined to say: too little, too late. Admittedly, the new 2025 Forester e-Boxer Hybrid has its merits and will …July 9, 2025

The 10 Best Vehicles of 2025 According to Consumer Reports

U.S. magazine Consumer Reports has just released its list of the 10 best new vehicles on the market in 2025 following an evaluation of more than 260 models. Once again, the team made its selection based on road-test performance, predicted reliability, owner satisfaction and safety. Incidentally, all of their picks …February 25, 2025

2025 Subaru Forester: Continuity Through Change

Subaru ’s iconic Forester is all-new for 2025. Well, sort of. Changes to the exterior are relatively conservative, with slimmer headlights and a larger front grille as the most obvious evolution. Designers took a careful approach in the rear, too, slightly shrinking the taillights while revising the bumper. By favouring …January 20, 2025

2025 Subaru Forester vs. 2025 Chevrolet Equinox: The Numbers

Comparative Tests

Compact SUVs have the largest market share in Canada, and two of them are completely redesigned for the 2025 model year. We’re talking about the Chevrolet Equinox and Subaru Forester . The former is facing internal competition from a model that shares its name but is a totally different vehicle—the …July 26, 2024

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2025 Subaru Forester: Buy Now or Wait for the Hybrid

Subaru doesn’t try to hide the fact that the last few years have been pretty tough for the Forester , which is one of the worst sellers in the most popular vehicle segment in Canada. While Toyota sold nearly 75,000 RAV4s last year, Subaru delivered a mere 7,000 Foresters. One …June 4, 2024

The 10 Best Vehicles of 2024 According to Consumer Reports

February 28, 2024

2025 Subaru Forester: Five Things to Know

Introduced at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the all-new 2025 Subaru Forester is redesigned inside and out, more technologically advanced and also more refined on the road, the company claims. Before we get the opportunity to drive one and share our first impressions, here are five things you need to …December 5, 2023

Top 10 Most Reliable 2024 Models According to Consumer Reports

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2014-2018 Subaru Forester: What Should You Know Before You Buy?

Pre-owned vehicles

The current Subaru Forester was introduced for model year 2019 with only one engine/transmission option, and still no hybrid version in a segment where there are more and more of them. However, it remains a versatile vehicle that offers a solid value, new or used. Considering an older and cheaper …November 18, 2022

Pre-Owned Subaru Forester or Nissan Rogue: Which One Is Best?

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In the compact SUV segment, rivals are fighting in hopes of reaching the same level of success as the Toyota RAV4 and the Honda CR-V , the two top sellers in Canada. As Nissan’s most popular SUV, the Rogue often comes in third place. On Subaru's side, the Forester has …August 11, 2022

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IIHS Hands Out Final Top Safety Pick Awards for 2025

The U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has now finalized its list of the safest vehicles for 2025 , which includes both 2025 models and some 2026 models. Thirteen additional vehicles have received the highest distinction, namely a Top Safety Pick+ award, bringing the total to 66. These include …December 16, 2025

16 Compact SUVs Were Tested Off-Road, Winner Will Surprise You

Off-road and adventure-focused SUVs are increasingly popular across the auto industry. Of course, some have far greater capabilities than others and can tackle formidable terrain ( Jeep Wrangler , Ford Bronco , Toyota 4Runner , to name a few), but they come at a price. For the average driver who …November 28, 2025

Subaru Canada to Rely Less on U.S.-Built Vehicles Moving Forward

Subaru Canada is about to make adjustments to where it sources its vehicles in the wake of the 25-percent counter-tariffs on U.S.-built vehicles that came in retaliation for similar tariffs announced by the Trump administration on foreign-made automobiles. Based on comments made by president and CEO Tomohiro Kubota, Automotive News …April 23, 2025

Subaru Announces Pricing for 2025 Forester Hybrid, Unveils New BRZ Edition

The all-new 2025 Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid , which officially made its debut at the Chicago Auto Show last month, will arrive in dealerships this spring as the electrified alternative many have been waiting for, even though Subaru ’s compact SUV already ranks among the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its …March 19, 2025

The 10 Best Vehicles of 2025 According to Consumer Reports

U.S. magazine Consumer Reports has just released its list of the 10 best new vehicles on the market in 2025 following an evaluation of more than 260 models. Once again, the team made its selection based on road-test performance, predicted reliability, owner satisfaction and safety. Incidentally, all of their picks …February 25, 2025

2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness Adds Rugged Side to Latest Forester

Although the Forester was completely redesigned for the 2025 model year, Subaru decided to carry over the North American-exclusive Wilderness model unchanged. Now, it’s time to fix that. Meet the new 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness, which debuted today at the Chicago Auto Show and will go on sale this fall …February 6, 2025

2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid Gets e-Boxer Tech With 194 Horsepower

Initially promised at the debut of the next-generation Forester back in November 2023, hybrid technology is finally coming to Subaru ’s compact SUV after more than 25 years on the market. The 2025 Forester Hybrid officially made its debut today at the Chicago Auto Show along with the similarly equipped …February 6, 2025

Forester Hybrid to Launch as 2025 Model, Subaru Says

Hybrid/Plug-in Hybrid

The 2025 Subaru Forester is completely new. Well, almost. For one thing, the rugged Wilderness model is carried over from 2024. The big news will be the upcoming addition of a hybrid powertrain, as we’ve reported about a few times. Subaru has now confirmed on its U.S. website that the …December 24, 2024

2025 Subaru Forester is More Expensive But Better Equipped, Too

The sixth-generation 2025 Subaru Forester will arrive in Canadian dealerships in just a few weeks and we can now tell you how much it costs. Unsurprisingly, prices have increased across the line following similar a move with the redesigned Crosstrek . The entry-level Forester Convenience is $1,500 more expensive than …May 22, 2024

Three More Subaru Electric SUVs Coming With Toyota’s Help, Crosstrek Hybrid to Return

Seeing how EV demand is slowing, car companies working together are in a better position to lower development and production costs and adjust to the market. Subaru knows that. During a recent earnings call, CEO Atsushi Osaki announced that the three new electric SUVs and crossovers set to join the …May 14, 2024

Just One Compact SUV Aces IIHS’ New Front Crash Prevention Test

After updating its vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention test to address crashes that occur at higher speeds and those in which the struck vehicle is a motorcycle or large truck, the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) came to a sad conclusion: only one of the first 10 compact SUVs …April 26, 2024

All-New 2025 Subaru Forester Makes Canadian Debut

The redesigned, sixth-generation 2025 Subaru Forester , which we first saw in Los Angeles last November, made its Canadian debut today in Toronto. The Car Guide was on hand to take another look at this compact SUV that will try to get out of the shadow cast by the smaller …February 15, 2024

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2014 Subaru Forester

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The Car Guide rating 76%

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Global rating

Fuel economy	6/10
Reliability	8/10
Safety	10/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	6/10
Overall	8/10

Compact SUVs under $40,000

Fuel economy	8/10
Reliability	8/10
Safety	10/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	6/10
Overall	8/10

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August 15, 2024
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October 4, 2019
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March 1, 2019

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