Where there's room on price
70
/ 100 (strong)
Approx. 97 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 3% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — strong leverage to negotiate.
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2026 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
$33,983
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$28,495$43,841
- Typical market range
- $32,485–$36,985
- Typical asking price
- $33,983
- Original MSRP range
- $29,995–$41,595
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
97
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2026 Subaru Forester.
Manufacturer programs
Factory offers near you
See current cash and financing programs for a 2026 Subaru Forester. Programs can vary by ZIP and are separate from any dealer's written price.
Programs stay separate so you can compare their terms without a misleading combined total.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$27,595–$28,795
Estimated dealer invoice — about $29,995 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 | $29,245 | $29,995 | $27,595–$28,795 |
| Premium | $31,985 | $31,995 | $29,435–$30,715 |
| Sport | $34,007 | $36,105 | $33,217–$34,661 |
| Wilderness | $35,280 | $38,385 | $35,314–$36,850 |
| Limited | $35,302 | $37,695 | $34,679–$36,187 |
| Touring | $38,125 | $41,595 | $38,267–$39,931 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$26,475$34,595$42,715
Typical askingBase
$29,245
Base: typical asking price $29,245, original MSRP $29,995, estimated dealer cost $27,595 to $28,795.
Premium
$31,985
Premium: typical asking price $31,985, original MSRP $31,995, estimated dealer cost $29,435 to $30,715.
Sport
$34,007
Sport: typical asking price $34,007, original MSRP $36,105, estimated dealer cost $33,217 to $34,661.
Wilderness
$35,280
Wilderness: typical asking price $35,280, original MSRP $38,385, estimated dealer cost $35,314 to $36,850.
Limited
$35,302
Limited: typical asking price $35,302, original MSRP $37,695, estimated dealer cost $34,679 to $36,187.
Touring
$38,125
Touring: typical asking price $38,125, original MSRP $41,595, estimated dealer cost $38,267 to $39,931.
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 2026 Subaru Forester runs about $34,294 in MT to $37,262 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 | $2,464 | $110+ | $36,557 |
| TX | $2,124 | $332 | $36,439 |
| FL | $2,039 | $1,074+ | $37,096 |
| NY | $1,359 | $371 | $35,713 |
| PA | $2,039 | $587 | $36,609 |
| IL | $2,124 | $683 | $36,790 |
| OH | $1,954 | $444 | $36,381 |
| GA | $2,379 | $637 | $36,999 |
| NC | $1,019 | $793 | $35,795 |
| WA | $2,209 | $215+ | $36,407 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $34,508 |
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
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2026 Subaru Forester.
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Forester vehicles. These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect and/or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket which can detach without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear hatch support brackets and, if necessary, replace the stay and support bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-25. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Campaign 25V889000 · 18/12/2025
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Forester and Forester Hybrid vehicles. The sliding glass panel of the power moonroof assembly may have been improperly bonded to the sliding frame, allowing the glass panel to detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power moonroof glass panel for proper adhesion and, if necessary, replace the glass panel assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRF-26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
Campaign 26V346000 · 28/05/2026
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Remedy: Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed August 27, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.
Campaign 26V436000 · 07/07/2026
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek and Forester vehicles. The castle nut on the left-front lower control arm ball joint may be improperly fastened, which can lead to the ball joint separating from the lower control arm.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the left-front lower control arm ball joint assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 16, 2026. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRI26.
Campaign 26V685000 · 19/10/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
What the experts say
6.7/ 10
Based on 3 expert reviews from 3 sources
Based on analysis of 3 professional reviews, the 2026 Subaru Forester earns an expert score of 67. Reviewers consistently praise its Better off-road capability than most other small SUVs, Spacious interior, Plenty of standard advanced driver assist features. However, some note concerns about Slow acceleration and Overly firm and uncomfortable ride quality. This consensus represents the collective professional opinion from leading automotive publications.
Strengths
- Better off-road capability than most other small SUVs
- Spacious interior
- Plenty of standard advanced driver assist features
- Practical cabin
- plenty of standard driver-assists
Watch-outs
- Slow acceleration
- Overly firm and uncomfortable ride quality
- Cargo area is significantly smaller than top-tier rivals
- Noisy flat-four engine
- bland handling
What reviewers highlight — aggregated from professional automotive publications.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2026 Subaru Forester?
Used 2026 Subaru Forester listings ask about $33,983 at typical mileage, with most listings between $32,485 and $36,985. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2026 Subaru Forester?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $34,294 in MT to $37,262 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2026 Subaru Forester?
There are about 97 days of national market supply for the 2026 Subaru Forester — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2026 Subaru Forester.
Is the listed price on a 2026 Subaru Forester fair?
Not always. 2026 Subaru Forester listings typically ask about $34,985, roughly 3% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $33,983. 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 2026 Subaru Forester?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $27,595–$28,795 — its $29,995 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
Is the 2026 Subaru Forester a good car?
Based on analysis of 3 professional reviews, the 2026 Subaru Forester earns an expert score of 67. Reviewers consistently praise its Better off-road capability than most other small SUVs, Spacious interior, Plenty of standard advanced driver assist features. However, some note concerns about Slow ac
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/26/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.