Where there's room on price
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/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 53 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price report
2023 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
$26,767
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$19,391$33,828
- Typical market range
- $25,163–$28,490
- Typical asking price
- $26,767
- Original MSRP range
- $26,495–$36,795
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
53
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2023 Subaru Forester.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$24,375–$25,435
Estimated dealer invoice — about $26,495 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 | $23,166 | $26,495 | $24,375–$25,435 |
| Premium | $25,583 | $29,395 | $27,043–$28,219 |
| Sport | $26,906 | $31,265 | $28,764–$30,014 |
| Limited | $26,987 | $33,075 | $30,429–$31,752 |
| Wilderness | $28,145 | $34,320 | $31,574–$32,947 |
| Touring | $28,413 | $36,795 | $33,851–$35,323 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$22,076$29,981$37,885
Typical askingBase
$23,166
Base: typical asking price $23,166, original MSRP $26,495, estimated dealer cost $24,375 to $25,435.
Premium
$25,583
Premium: typical asking price $25,583, original MSRP $29,395, estimated dealer cost $27,043 to $28,219.
Sport
$26,906
Sport: typical asking price $26,906, original MSRP $31,265, estimated dealer cost $28,764 to $30,014.
Limited
$26,987
Limited: typical asking price $26,987, original MSRP $33,075, estimated dealer cost $30,429 to $31,752.
Wilderness
$28,145
Wilderness: typical asking price $28,145, original MSRP $34,320, estimated dealer cost $31,574 to $32,947.
Touring
$28,413
Touring: typical asking price $28,413, original MSRP $36,795, estimated dealer cost $33,851 to $35,323.
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 2023 Subaru Forester runs about $27,078 in MT to $29,568 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 | $1,941 | $110+ | $28,818 |
| TX | $1,673 | $332 | $28,772 |
| FL | $1,606 | $1,074+ | $29,447 |
| NY | $1,071 | $371 | $28,209 |
| PA | $1,606 | $587 | $28,960 |
| IL | $1,673 | $683 | $29,123 |
| OH | $1,539 | $444 | $28,750 |
| GA | $1,874 | $637 | $29,278 |
| NC | $803 | $793 | $28,363 |
| WA | $1,740 | $215+ | $28,722 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $27,292 |
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 2023 Subaru Forester.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2024 Crosstrek, Impreza, 2023-2024 Forester, and 2023 WRX vehicles. The front driveshaft assemblies' outer race may develop cracks and break.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and right front driveshafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 8, 2024. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRP-23.
Campaign 23V754000 · 09/11/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2023 Subaru Forester?
Used 2023 Subaru Forester listings ask about $26,767 at typical mileage, with most listings between $25,163 and $28,490. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2023 Subaru Forester?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $27,078 in MT to $29,568 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2023 Subaru Forester?
There are about 53 days of national market supply for the 2023 Subaru Forester — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2023 Subaru Forester.
Is the listed price on a 2023 Subaru Forester fair?
Not always. 2023 Subaru Forester listings typically ask about $26,940, roughly 1% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $26,767. 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 2023 Subaru Forester?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $24,375–$25,435 — its $26,495 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.