Real price data
What should you pay for a 2018 Subaru Forester?
Original MSRP
$23,795
When new
Fair market price
$17,001
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$6,794
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $15,993 · 75th $20,595 · MSRP $23,795
Spread of current 2018 Subaru Forester listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $15,303 | $23,795 | — |
| Premium | $16,549 | $26,195 | — |
| Touring | $17,464 | $33,090 | — |
| Limited | $17,738 | $29,395 | — |
| XT Touring | $19,833 | $36,090 | — |
| xt-premium | — | $29,495 | — |
- Base
- $15,303
- Premium
- $16,549
- Touring
- $17,464
- Limited
- $17,738
- XT Touring
- $19,833
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Subaru Forester runs about $17,312 in MT to $19,154 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 | $1,233 | $110+ | $18,344 |
| TX | $1,063 | $332 | $18,396 |
| FL | $1,020 | $1,074+ | $19,095 |
| NY | $680 | $371 | $18,052 |
| PA | $1,020 | $587 | $18,608 |
| IL | $1,063 | $683 | $18,747 |
| OH | $978 | $444 | $18,423 |
| GA | $1,190 | $637 | $18,828 |
| NC | $510 | $793 | $18,304 |
| WA | $1,105 | $215+ | $18,321 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $17,526 |
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 2018 Subaru Forester.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
Campaign 21V587000 · 29/07/2021
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
TIRES
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Forester vehicles. The Certification Label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will install a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTS-78.
Campaign 18V455000 · 10/07/2018
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2018 Subaru Forester?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $17,001, within a typical market range of $15,993 to $20,595.
Is the 2018 Subaru Forester cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $23,795, so a fair used price is roughly $6,794 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Subaru Forester?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $17,312 in MT to $19,154 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.