Negotiating leverage
59
strong leverage / 100
~53 days of national supply and listings typically ~7% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
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2016 Subaru Forester Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$12,637
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$4,900$21,999
- Typical market range
- $11,400–$15,996
- Ridekick fair price
- $12,637
- Original MSRP range
- $23,395–$33,795
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
6 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
53
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Subaru Forester.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$21,523–$22,459
Estimated dealer invoice — about $23,395 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| i | $12,331 | $23,395 | $21,523–$22,459 |
| XT Premium | $12,377 | $29,195 | $26,859–$28,027 |
| i Premium | $12,452 | $25,795 | $23,731–$24,763 |
| XT Touring | $12,741 | $33,795 | $31,091–$32,443 |
| i Limited | $12,917 | $28,795 | $26,491–$27,643 |
| i Touring | $13,261 | $30,795 | $28,331–$29,563 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$10,614$23,063$35,512
Fair pricei
$12,331
i: fair price $12,331, original MSRP $23,395, estimated dealer cost $21,523 to $22,459.
XT Premium
$12,377
XT Premium: fair price $12,377, original MSRP $29,195, estimated dealer cost $26,859 to $28,027.
i Premium
$12,452
i Premium: fair price $12,452, original MSRP $25,795, estimated dealer cost $23,731 to $24,763.
XT Touring
$12,741
XT Touring: fair price $12,741, original MSRP $33,795, estimated dealer cost $31,091 to $32,443.
i Limited
$12,917
i Limited: fair price $12,917, original MSRP $28,795, estimated dealer cost $26,491 to $27,643.
i Touring
$13,261
i Touring: fair price $13,261, original MSRP $30,795, estimated dealer cost $28,331 to $29,563.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 Subaru Forester runs about $12,885 in MT to $14,434 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $912 | $110+ | $13,596 |
| TX | $786 | $332 | $13,692 |
| FL | $754 | $1,074+ | $14,402 |
| NY | $503 | $371 | $13,448 |
| PA | $754 | $587 | $13,915 |
| IL | $786 | $683 | $14,043 |
| OH | $723 | $444 | $13,741 |
| GA | $880 | $637 | $14,091 |
| NC | $377 | $793 | $13,744 |
| WA | $817 | $215+ | $13,606 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $13,099 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 Subaru Forester.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and also preventing keyless ignition vehicles from starting and CVT/automatic transmissions from being able to be shifted out of Park.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUE-90.
Campaign 19V149000 · 28/02/2019
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the ODS sensor mat harness, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUM-98.
Campaign 19V701000 · 03/10/2019
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015. The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger air intake duct, and replace it as necessary, free of charge, depending on the lot number found on the duct. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-800-782-2783. Subaru's number for this recall is WTA-62.
Campaign 16V162000 · 21/03/2016
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2016 Subaru Forester?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $12,637, within a typical market range of $11,400 to $15,996.
Is the 2016 Subaru Forester cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $23,395, so a fair used price is roughly $10,758 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 Subaru Forester?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $12,885 in MT to $14,434 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 Subaru Forester?
There are about 53 days of national market supply for the 2016 Subaru Forester — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 Subaru Forester.
How much can you negotiate on a 2016 Subaru Forester?
Negotiating leverage rates 59/100 (strong). ~53 days of national supply and listings typically ~7% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 Subaru Forester?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $21,523–$22,459 — its $23,395 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/2/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.