Real price data
What should you pay for a 2017 Subaru Forester?
Original MSRP
$23,595
When new
Fair market price
$14,916
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$8,679
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $14,188 · 75th $17,999 · MSRP $23,595
Spread of current 2017 Subaru Forester listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $14,414 | $23,595 | — |
| Premium | $14,779 | $25,995 | — |
| Limited | $15,057 | $29,195 | — |
| Touring | $15,589 | $31,295 | — |
| XT Premium | $16,346 | $29,295 | — |
| XT Touring | $18,939 | $34,295 | — |
- Base
- $14,414
- Premium
- $14,779
- Limited
- $15,057
- Touring
- $15,589
- XT Premium
- $16,346
- XT Touring
- $18,939
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2017 Subaru Forester runs about $15,227 in MT to $16,931 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 | $1,081 | $110+ | $16,107 |
| TX | $932 | $332 | $16,180 |
| FL | $895 | $1,074+ | $16,885 |
| NY | $597 | $371 | $15,884 |
| PA | $895 | $587 | $16,398 |
| IL | $932 | $683 | $16,531 |
| OH | $858 | $444 | $16,218 |
| GA | $1,044 | $637 | $16,597 |
| NC | $447 | $793 | $16,156 |
| WA | $970 | $215+ | $16,101 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $15,441 |
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
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2017 Subaru Forester.
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
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2017 Subaru Forester?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $14,916, within a typical market range of $14,188 to $17,999.
Is the 2017 Subaru Forester cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $23,595, so a fair used price is roughly $8,679 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2017 Subaru Forester?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $15,227 in MT to $16,931 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/20/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.