Real price data
What should you pay for a 2025 Subaru Forester?
Original MSRP
$29,695
When new
Fair market price
$33,326
Mileage-adjusted
Where prices land
25th $31,486 · 75th $36,843 · MSRP $29,695
Spread of current 2025 Subaru Forester listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $27,675 | $29,695 | — |
| Premium | $31,385 | $33,385 | — |
| Sport | $33,097 | $39,595 | — |
| Limited | $34,776 | $36,110 | — |
| Wilderness | $36,341 | $36,285 | — |
| Touring | $36,710 | $41,695 | — |
- Base
- $27,675
- Premium
- $31,385
- Sport
- $33,097
- Limited
- $34,776
- Wilderness
- $36,341
- Touring
- $36,710
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2025 Subaru Forester runs about $33,637 in MT to $36,562 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 | $2,416 | $110+ | $35,852 |
| TX | $2,083 | $332 | $35,741 |
| FL | $2,000 | $1,074+ | $36,400 |
| NY | $1,333 | $371 | $35,030 |
| PA | $2,000 | $587 | $35,913 |
| IL | $2,083 | $683 | $36,092 |
| OH | $1,916 | $444 | $35,686 |
| GA | $2,333 | $637 | $36,296 |
| NC | $1,000 | $793 | $35,119 |
| WA | $2,166 | $215+ | $35,707 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $33,851 |
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
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2025 Subaru Forester.
WHEELS
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles equipped with 18" aluminum alloy wheels. The wheels may have been manufactured with an incorrectly specified lug seat surface, which can result in the wheel being improperly attached and cause a loss of vehicle stability.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRB-25.
Campaign 25V033000 · 23/01/2025
CHILD SEAT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2025 Forester vehicles. The child seat anchor bolts may have been improperly tightened, allowing the bolts to come loose.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the child seat anchor bolts and, if necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRC-25.
Campaign 25V419000 · 19/06/2025
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2025 Subaru Forester?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $33,326, within a typical market range of $31,486 to $36,843.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2025 Subaru Forester?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $33,637 in MT to $36,562 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.