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2012 Subaru Forester SUVs
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- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5X Premium
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6 stars out of 5!
Best car shopping experience I've ever had. Zero pressure. Zero games. Great selection. Great customer service. I drove 2.5hrs to this dealership not knowing what to expect. Told my wife for our next car (as I will advise friends and family), it's worth the drive. Greg and Casey were amazing throughout the process. Simply put, shop here. You won't be disappointed. They'll ruin it for other car dealers...
I’m the 3rd owner of a 2012 Subaru Forester purchased at
I’m the 3rd owner of a 2012 Subaru Forester purchased at approx 175,000 miles and it still runs pretty good! It does burn oil up pretty quickly and mine has issues with reading the levels and won’t give me a warning light so i check the dip stick often. Mine did have exhaust issues and had to replace a rested out piping from the cat back, but mufflers were still good. Also the Oxygen sensor was a problem for awhile, which you can only use on brand for it to work properly. Gas mileage is decent for the size of the vehicle and its age. Only wish the front seats went back more bc my taller girlfriend who is 5’11 with long legs struggles to fit and be comfortable in the passenger seat.
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My wife and I weren’t anticipating on coming to this
My wife and I weren’t anticipating on coming to this dealer to look for a car but plans changed last minute and we were glad they did. Mark West assisted us in picking the perfect car that fit all our needs and checked our boxes. We spent several hours there going through different cars and he pulled paperwork and worked on prices for some of the cars we appreciated the commitment and help he offered.
Great Value, Great Car!
One of the most comfortable cars I have owned. The things I love best. the reliability of the vehicle, only regular maintenance with higher miles, The huge moon roof, and the simple design of the interior of car. This car is loaded yet has very minimal control buttons which is perfect for me rather than trying to figure out how to operate everything. Best car I have ever owned especially buying used with high miles.
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Subaru Forester prices by year
Model year | Prices from | Deals |
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2025 Subaru Forester | $16,500 | 59 Great deals |
2024 Subaru Forester | $15,795 | 45 Great deals |
2023 Subaru Forester | $16,980 | 22 Great deals |
2022 Subaru Forester | $16,777 | 53 Great deals |
2021 Subaru Forester | $12,495 | 30 Great deals |
2020 Subaru Forester | $11,500 | 33 Great deals |
2019 Subaru Forester | $10,984 | 55 Great deals |
2018 Subaru Forester | $3,300 | 40 Great deals |
2017 Subaru Forester | $3,995 | 92 Great deals |
2016 Subaru Forester | $6,900 | 44 Great deals |
About the 2012 Subaru Forester
2.5X shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 4
- Drivetrain
- All-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 23
- Transmission
- M/T
- Engine
- 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 2012 Subaru Forester cost?
The 2012 Subaru Forester price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 2012 Forester is $9,466, with pricing starting at $2,995.
What is the MPG of the 2012 Subaru Forester?
The 2012 Subaru Forester offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway for a combined rating of 23 MPG.
These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on the selected vehicle trim, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
Is the 2012 Subaru Forester reliable?
The 2012 Subaru Forester has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Forester owners.
Is the 2012 Subaru Forester a good SUV?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2012 Subaru Forester.
- Comfort 4.3
- Interior 4.0
- Performance 4.1
- Value 4.3
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.5
83% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.3
- Interior 4.0
- Performance 4.1
- Value 4.3
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.5
2.5X (4 styles)
Style | |||
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4dr Auto 2.5X PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X | 4dr Auto 2.5X |
Inventory price | |||
Starting at $22,095 | Starting at $20,895 | Starting at $20,595 | Starting at $21,795 |
Combined MPG | |||
23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
Engine | |||
170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Limited (2 styles)
Style | |
---|---|
4dr Auto 2.5X Limited | 4dr Auto 2.5X Limited PZEV |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $26,595 | Starting at $26,895 |
Combined MPG | |
23 | 23 |
Engine | |
170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Premium (4 styles)
Style | |||
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4dr Auto 2.5X Premium PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X Premium PZEV | 4dr Man 2.5X Premium | 4dr Auto 2.5X Premium |
Inventory price | |||
Starting at $24,595 | Starting at $23,595 | Starting at $23,295 | Starting at $24,295 |
Combined MPG | |||
23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
Engine | |||
170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5X Touring (2 styles)
Style | |
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4dr Auto 2.5X Touring | 4dr Auto 2.5X Touring PZEV |
Inventory price | |
Starting at $27,895 | Starting at $28,195 |
Combined MPG | |
23 | 23 |
Engine | |
170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) | 170.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5XT Premium (1 style)
Style |
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4dr Auto 2.5XT Premium |
Inventory price |
Starting at $27,095 |
Combined MPG |
21 |
Engine |
224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
2.5XT Touring (1 style)
Style |
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4dr Auto 2.5XT Touring |
Inventory price |
Starting at $29,895 |
Combined MPG |
21 |
Engine |
224.0-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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