Where there's room on price
50
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 54 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 4% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2017 Subaru Forester Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$14,360
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$6,990$22,900
- Typical market range
- $13,383–$17,595
- Typical asking price
- $14,360
- Original MSRP range
- $22,595–$34,295
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
6 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
54
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Subaru Forester.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$20,787–$21,691
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,595 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.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $12,522 | $22,595 | $20,787–$21,691 |
| Premium | $13,992 | $25,995 | $23,915–$24,955 |
| Touring | $14,320 | $31,295 | $28,791–$30,043 |
| Limited | $14,635 | $29,195 | $26,859–$28,027 |
| XT Touring | $16,243 | $34,295 | $31,551–$32,923 |
| XT Premium | $16,270 | $29,295 | $26,951–$28,123 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$10,780$23,409$36,037
Typical askingBase
$12,522
Base: typical asking price $12,522, original MSRP $22,595, estimated dealer cost $20,787 to $21,691.
Premium
$13,992
Premium: typical asking price $13,992, original MSRP $25,995, estimated dealer cost $23,915 to $24,955.
Touring
$14,320
Touring: typical asking price $14,320, original MSRP $31,295, estimated dealer cost $28,791 to $30,043.
Limited
$14,635
Limited: typical asking price $14,635, original MSRP $29,195, estimated dealer cost $26,859 to $28,027.
XT Touring
$16,243
XT Touring: typical asking price $16,243, original MSRP $34,295, estimated dealer cost $31,551 to $32,923.
XT Premium
$16,270
XT Premium: typical asking price $16,270, original MSRP $29,295, estimated dealer cost $26,951 to $28,123.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking 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 2017 Subaru Forester runs about $14,671 in MT to $16,338 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,041 | $110+ | $15,511 |
| TX | $898 | $332 | $15,590 |
| FL | $862 | $1,074+ | $16,296 |
| NY | $574 | $371 | $15,305 |
| PA | $862 | $587 | $15,809 |
| IL | $898 | $683 | $15,941 |
| OH | $826 | $444 | $15,630 |
| GA | $1,005 | $637 | $16,002 |
| NC | $431 | $793 | $15,584 |
| WA | $933 | $215+ | $15,508 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $14,885 |
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.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2017 Subaru Forester?
Used 2017 Subaru Forester listings ask about $14,360 at typical mileage, with most listings between $13,383 and $17,595. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2017 Subaru Forester cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $22,595, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $8,235 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 $14,671 in MT to $16,338 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2017 Subaru Forester?
There are about 54 days of national market supply for the 2017 Subaru Forester — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Subaru Forester.
Is the listed price on a 2017 Subaru Forester fair?
Not always. 2017 Subaru Forester listings typically ask about $14,972, roughly 4% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $14,360. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2017 Subaru Forester?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $20,787–$21,691 — its $22,595 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 10/28/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.