Pre-Owned 2018 SubaruForester SUV
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
Great value. Plan to drive it for a long time.
By joanjet on Saturday, June 24, 2017
At my husbands suggestion we traded our 2010 Subaru Outback for a 2016 Subaru Forester. We didnt feel the need for all the technology so we opted for the premium rather than go all out for the limited edition. We get great gas mileage and I am thrilled with that. Pick up on the highway when passing is awesome and the cruise keeps it at a nice even pace. The Forester sits a bit higher so as we are aging it makes it easier to get in and out of. Not quite as much room in the back for hauling things as my Outback. My only real complaint are the seats. I find them very hard and uncomfortable. I have tried adjusting my drivers seat every which way but I cant find anything that works. Ive even purchased some sheep skin seat covers thinking they would help but that hasnt made much difference. I read somewhere that it might have something to do with the heating system in the seat but I dont know how accurate that is. I often wonder if the limited edition seats are more comfortable although that doesnt help me now. - 5.0
A wise SUV purchase or lease. XTmodel
By Trustable Consumer on Tuesday, January 09, 2018
This is a great car. Subaru is famous for not having the best exterior design as Germans, but let me tell you, We (wife and me) leased 12 Cars in 15 years. I drove from Honda Civic up to Audi A4 and BMW X3. All people complain about turbo lag on turbo engines but on Subaru it is almost not present. CVT transmission makes this car fast having linear acceleration with few time between the demand for an increase in power . Subaru has many of years of experience in Rallies with turbo engines, while other brands such as Mazda, Ford and Toyota has poor experience (Check reviews on turbo problems for 2017-2018 Mazda Cx-9 and also for Lexus cars). I changed wheels for a wider ones and it looks great and perform better (It has a greater offset). Now, due to its boxy design cargo area is amazing. Lots of visibility and room. Interior design is simple but logic. All controls are placed in the right spot. Also Eye technology has many years on the market. Subaru is the pioneer on it, and it works great!! My sister is starting to have problems with the Honda sensing technology on her brand new 2017 CRV. Her car stops by itself with no reason (it seems suffers from shadowing). Sound system (Harman and Kardon) is great with huge bass. However, No car is perfect. Subaru needs to improve seats. Those are very flat and not comfortable for long trips. I hope the new Ascent will have better seats. Getting 22 MPG in city on premium for a 250HP car is great. Magazines such as Car and Driver and MotorTrend do not like to mention this car or compare to others because it will beat many common competitors such as Honda CRV, Toyota RAV4 or Tucson. ANY of them offer a real powerful engine to compete with Subaru Forester XT. This is my Second XT in 3 years. It is a great SUV making a balance among price, performance and Reliability (XT model is still assembled in Japan!!!) - 5.0
Great overall value
By Rags on Monday, October 30, 2017
Great visibility and comfort. Fuel economy has been in the 28.5 - 30 mpg range. Access and interior comfort is much better than the civic we traded. Only 5000 miles at this point and no negative comments. The only problem we have experienced is you must assure the mat over the spare tire cover is pushed forward to prevent it binding the rear hatch.
- Exterior Color
- Venetian Red Pearl
- Odometer
- 28,355 miles
- Body/Seating
- SUV/5 seats
- Fuel Economy
- 26/32 MPG City/Hwy
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel Drive
- Engine
- H-4 cyl
- VIN
- JF2SJAJCXJH583718
- Stock Number
- 2966IA
Highlighted Features
- Leather upholstery
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Power moonroof
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Split folding rear seat
- Heated front seats
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Rear window wiper
Included Packages & Accessories
- Audio Voice Recognition
- Audio Streaming: Bluetooth
- Audio - Radio: Touch Screen Display
- Cross Traffic Alert Rear
- Impact Absorbing Seats Dual Front
- Electronic Messaging Assistance With Read Function
- Electronic Messaging Assistance With Voice Recognition
- Spare Tire Temporary Size
- Airbags - Passenger - Occupant Sensing Deactivation
- Drivetrain 4WD Type: Full Time
- Rear Brakes Disc
- Front Suspension Classification: Independent
- Floor Mat Material Carpet
- Daytime Running Lights
- Front Suspension Type: Macpherson Struts
- Audio - Antenna: Diversity
- Audio - Antenna: Mast
- Airbags - Driver - Knee
- Driver Seat Heated
- Seatbelts Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front
- Windows Heated Windshield Wiper Rests
- Number Of Rear Headrests 3
- Audio in-Dash CD: Single Disc
- One-Touch Windows: 2
- Doors Rear Door Type: Liftgate
- Doors Rear Door Type: Power Liftgate
- Reading Lights Front
- Seats Front Seat Type: Bucket
- Front Brakes Ventilated Disc
- Power Steering Speed-Proportional
- Audio System 6 Speakers
- Suspension Front Arm Type: Lower Control Arms
- Clock
- Windows Rear Wiper: Auto-On in Reverse
- Safety Brake Pedal System
- Seats Leather-Trimmed Upholstery
- Armrests - Rear Center
- Digital Odometer
- Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front and Rear
- Moonroof Anti-Trapping Feature
- Power Brakes
- Rear Seats Center Armrest: With Cupholders
- Audio - Speed Sensitive Volume Control
- External Temperature Display
- Rear View Camera
- Engine Battery Saver
- Rear Floor Mats
- Floor Mats Front
- Driver Seat Adjustable Lumbar Support: Power
- Exterior Mirrors Heated
- Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: Recline
- Assist Handle Rear
- Floor Material Carpet
- Air Conditioning - Air Filtration
- Grille Color Black With Chrome Accents
- Windows Rear Wiper With Washer
- Exhaust Tip Color Stainless-Steel
- Engine Alternator: 150 Amps
- Cargo Area Power Outlet
- Center Console Front Console With Armrest and Storage
- Hill Descent Control
- Linked or Integrated Apps - Information and Entertainment: Yelp
- Linked or Integrated Apps - Information and Entertainment: Siriusxm Travel Link
- Linked Or Integrated Apps - Vehicle Utility: Parked Car Finder
- Vehicle Assistance App - Roadside Assistance
- Linked Or Integrated Apps - Vehicle Utility: Service and Maintenance
- Linked Or Integrated Apps - Security: Remote Locking
- Starlink - Satellite Communications
- Audio - Internet Radio: AHA
- Moonroof Tilt/Slide
- Rear View Monitor in Dash
- Moonroof Power Panoramic
- Audio - Radio: AM/FM
- Rear Seats 60-40 Split Bench
- Overhead Console
- Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Audio
- Adjustable Rear Headrests
- Windows Privacy Glass
- Mirror Color Body-Color
- Inside Rearview Mirror Manual Day/Night
- Braking Assist Hill Start Assist
- Seats - Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Height
- Audio Auxiliary Input: Jack
- Audio Auxiliary Input: USB
- Audio - Radio: HD Radio
- Fuel Economy Display MPG
- Fuel Economy Display Range
- Air Conditioning - Front - Single Zone
- Suspension Rear Coil Springs
- Driver Seat Power Adjustments: 10
- Suspension Stabilizer Bar(s): Front
- Suspension Stabilizer Bar(s): Rear
- Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil Springs
- Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments: 4
- Phone Wireless Data Link Bluetooth
- Audio MP3 Player: CD MP3 Playback
- Doors Liftgate Window: Fixed
- Rear Seats Split Folding
- Cargo Cover Retractable
- Number Of Front Headrests 2
- Spare Tire Inside Mount Location
- Spare Wheel Steel Rim Type
- Windows Tinted
- Multi-Function Remote Keyless Entry
- Multi-Function Remote Keyless Entry With Panic Alarm
- ABS Brakes (4-Wheel)
- Moonroof One-Touch Open/Close
- Audio - Radio Data System
- Power Windows: With Safety Reverse
- Windows Lockout Button
- Multi-Function Display
- Rear Spoiler Roofline Spoiler
- Rear Spoiler Color Body-Color
- Cornering Brake Control
- Vanity Mirrors Dual Illuminating
- Exterior Mirrors Power
- Front 12V Power Outlet (2)
- Seatbelts Seatbelt Warning Sensor: Driver and Passenger
- Reading Lights Rear
- Front Headrests Adjustable
- Suspension Rear Gas Shock Absorbers
- Suspension Front Shock Type: Gas Shock Absorbers
- Exterior Mirrors Manual Folding
- Rear Bumper Color Body-Color
- Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Voice Recognition Controls
- Headlights Auto Delay Off
- Seatbelts Second Row 3-Point
- Front Seatbelts: 3-Point
- Headlamp Bezel Color Black
- Audio Auxiliary Input: Ipod/Iphone Integration
- Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retractors: Front
- Crumple Zones Front
- Crumple Zones Rear
- Audio - Siriusxm Satellite Radio
- Multi-Function Remote Trunk Release
- Memorized Settings Includes Liftgate
- Airbags - Front - Side
- Steering Wheel Tilt and Telescopic
- Windows Rear Wiper: Intermittent
- Air Conditioning - Front - Automatic Climate Control
- Passenger Seat Heated
- Seatbelts Seatbelt Force Limiters: Front
- Airbags - Front - Dual
- Braking Assist
- Airbags - Front - Side Curtain
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Windows Rear Defogger
- Tachometer
- Security Anti-Theft Alarm System
- Cargo Area Light
- Cruise Control
- Front Fog Lights
- Windows Front Wipers: Variable Intermittent
- Rear Seats Reclining
- Power Door Locks Anti-Lockout Feature
- Child Safety Locks
- Child Seat Anchors Latch System
- Security Engine Immobilizer
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Seats Perforated Upholstery
- Impact Sensor Fuel Cut-Off
- Roof Rails Black
- Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Cruise Controls
- Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Phone
- Steering Wheel Mounted Controls Multi-Function Screen Controls
- Center Console With Lighting
- Storage in-Floor
- Storage Front Seatback
- Storage Grocery Bag Holder
- Ambient Lighting
- Blind Spot Sensor
- Assist Handle Front
- Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Recline
- Storage Cargo Tie-Down Anchors and Hooks
- Warnings and Reminders Low Fuel Level
- Warnings and Reminders Low Washer Fluid
- Warnings and Reminders Maintenance Reminder
- Exterior Entry Lights Security Approach Lamps
- Window Trim Chrome
- Storage Sunglasses Holder
- Windows Laminated Glass: Acoustic
- Storage Door Pockets
- Moonroof Sliding Sunshade
- Headlights Auto On/Off
- Trip Odometer
- Rocker Panel Color Black
- Airbags - Rear - Side Curtain
- Headlights Halogen
- Voice Guided Directions - Satellite Communications
- Audio - Internet Radio: Pandora
- Audio - Internet Radio: Iheartradio
- Audio - Internet Radio: Stitcher
- AWD
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: STARLINK
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power moonroof
- Power windows
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trunk/hatch auto-latch
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 225/60HR17.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 225/60HR17.0
- Wheel size: 17"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- CD player
- CD-MP3 decoder
- Primary LCD size: 7.0"
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 4
- Smart device integration: STARLINK/MirrorLink
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Leather shift knob
- Leather upholstery
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: Not Available
- Cylinder configuration: H-4
- Drive type: all-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.5
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 26mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 28mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 32mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 15.9gal.
- Horsepower: 170hp @ 5,800RPM
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Sequential multi-point fuel injection
- Torque: 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
- Transmission: continuously variable automatic
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 23 deg
- Departure angle: 25 deg
- Ground clearance (min): 221mm (8.7")
- Ramp breakover angle: 21 deg
- Bumpers: body-color
- Cargo: power liftgate
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Power liftgate
- Spoiler
- Tailpipe finisher: polished
- Compression ratio: 10.00 to 1
- Engine bore x stroke: 94.0mm x 89.9mm (3.70" x 3.54")
- Engine displacement: 2.5 L
- Engine horsepower: 170hp @ 5,800RPM
- Engine torque: 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,796mm (70.7")
- Exterior height: 1,732mm (68.2")
- Exterior length: 4,610mm (181.5")
- Front headroom: 1,016mm (40.0")
- Front hiproom: 1,369mm (53.9")
- Front legroom: 1,092mm (43.0")
- Front shoulder room: 1,448mm (57.0")
- GVWR: 2,032kg (4,480lbs)
- Interior cargo volume: 892 L (31 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 1,940 L (69 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,925L (103.3 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 953mm (37.5")
- Rear hiproom: 1,346mm (53.0")
- Rear legroom: 965mm (38.0")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,435mm (56.5")
- Towing capacity: 680kg (1,500lbs)
- Turning radius: 5.3m (17.4')
- Wheelbase: 2,639mm (103.9")
- Appearance: digital/analog
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Security system
- Tracker system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
CLEAN VEHICLE HISTORY...NO ACCIDENTS, ONE OWNER, All weather pkg, Reverse Camera, Blind Spot Detection + Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Power Rear Gate, Panoramic Moonroof. CARFAX One-Owner.
Used
2018 Subaru Forester SUV 2.5i Limited
Exterior
Color: Venetian Red Pearl
Interior Color:
VIN: JF2SJAJCXJH583718
Stock: 2966IA
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