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Approx. 59 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2020 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
$20,722
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$10,799$29,580
- Typical market range
- $17,999–$23,189
- Typical asking price
- $20,722
- Original MSRP range
- $24,495–$34,595
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
5 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
59
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Subaru Forester.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$22,535–$23,515
Estimated dealer invoice — about $24,495 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 | $18,520 | $24,495 | $22,535–$23,515 |
| Premium | $19,762 | $27,395 | $25,203–$26,299 |
| Limited | $21,156 | $31,095 | $28,607–$29,851 |
| Sport | $21,540 | $28,995 | $26,675–$27,835 |
| Touring | $22,229 | $34,595 | $31,827–$33,211 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$17,234$26,558$35,881
Typical askingBase
$18,520
Base: typical asking price $18,520, original MSRP $24,495, estimated dealer cost $22,535 to $23,515.
Premium
$19,762
Premium: typical asking price $19,762, original MSRP $27,395, estimated dealer cost $25,203 to $26,299.
Limited
$21,156
Limited: typical asking price $21,156, original MSRP $31,095, estimated dealer cost $28,607 to $29,851.
Sport
$21,540
Sport: typical asking price $21,540, original MSRP $28,995, estimated dealer cost $26,675 to $27,835.
Touring
$22,229
Touring: typical asking price $22,229, original MSRP $34,595, estimated dealer cost $31,827 to $33,211.
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 2020 Subaru Forester runs about $21,033 in MT to $23,122 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 | $1,502 | $110+ | $22,334 |
| TX | $1,295 | $332 | $22,349 |
| FL | $1,243 | $1,074+ | $23,039 |
| NY | $829 | $371 | $21,922 |
| PA | $1,243 | $587 | $22,552 |
| IL | $1,295 | $683 | $22,700 |
| OH | $1,192 | $444 | $22,358 |
| GA | $1,451 | $637 | $22,810 |
| NC | $622 | $793 | $22,137 |
| WA | $1,347 | $215+ | $22,284 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $21,247 |
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
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2020 Subaru Forester?
Used 2020 Subaru Forester listings ask about $20,722 at typical mileage, with most listings between $17,999 and $23,189. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2020 Subaru Forester cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $24,495, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $3,773 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2020 Subaru Forester?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $21,033 in MT to $23,122 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2020 Subaru Forester?
There are about 59 days of national market supply for the 2020 Subaru Forester — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Subaru Forester.
Is the listed price on a 2020 Subaru Forester fair?
Not always. 2020 Subaru Forester listings typically ask about $20,908, roughly 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $20,722. 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 2020 Subaru Forester?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $22,535–$23,515 — its $24,495 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.