Negotiating leverage
41
moderate leverage / 100
~49 days of national supply and listings typically ~2% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2019 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
$19,004
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$11,990$27,494
- Typical market range
- $17,225–$21,392
- Ridekick fair price
- $19,004
- Original MSRP range
- $24,295–$34,295
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 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
49
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2019 Subaru Forester.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$22,351–$23,323
Estimated dealer invoice — about $24,295 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $17,046 | $24,295 | $22,351–$23,323 |
| Premium | $18,336 | $26,695 | $24,559–$25,627 |
| Sport | $19,564 | $28,795 | $26,491–$27,643 |
| Touring | $19,673 | $34,295 | $31,551–$32,923 |
| Limited | $19,760 | $30,795 | $28,331–$29,563 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$15,666$25,671$35,675
Fair priceBase
$17,046
Base: fair price $17,046, original MSRP $24,295, estimated dealer cost $22,351 to $23,323.
Premium
$18,336
Premium: fair price $18,336, original MSRP $26,695, estimated dealer cost $24,559 to $25,627.
Sport
$19,564
Sport: fair price $19,564, original MSRP $28,795, estimated dealer cost $26,491 to $27,643.
Touring
$19,673
Touring: fair price $19,673, original MSRP $34,295, estimated dealer cost $31,551 to $32,923.
Limited
$19,760
Limited: fair price $19,760, 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 2019 Subaru Forester runs about $19,315 in MT to $21,290 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 | $1,378 | $110+ | $20,492 |
| TX | $1,188 | $332 | $20,524 |
| FL | $1,140 | $1,074+ | $21,218 |
| NY | $760 | $371 | $20,135 |
| PA | $1,140 | $587 | $20,731 |
| IL | $1,188 | $683 | $20,875 |
| OH | $1,093 | $444 | $20,541 |
| GA | $1,330 | $637 | $20,971 |
| NC | $570 | $793 | $20,367 |
| WA | $1,235 | $215+ | $20,454 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $19,529 |
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 2019 Subaru Forester.
SUSPENSION:REAR
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will retorque and replace any missing bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2021. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-21.
Campaign 21V263000 · 15/04/2021
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
Campaign 19V856000 · 02/12/2019
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.
Remedy: None of the affected vehicles have been sold yet. Subaru has notified dealers and they will inspect the steering gearbox, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUC-88.
Campaign 19V065000 · 06/02/2019
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2019 Subaru Forester?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $19,004, within a typical market range of $17,225 to $21,392.
Is the 2019 Subaru Forester cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $24,295, so a fair used price is roughly $5,291 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2019 Subaru Forester?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $19,315 in MT to $21,290 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2019 Subaru Forester?
There are about 49 days of national market supply for the 2019 Subaru Forester — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2019 Subaru Forester.
How much can you negotiate on a 2019 Subaru Forester?
Negotiating leverage rates 41/100 (moderate). ~49 days of national supply and listings typically ~2% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2019 Subaru Forester?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $22,351–$23,323 — its $24,295 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.