Real price data
What should you pay for a 2026 Subaru Forester?
Original MSRP
$29,995
When new
Fair market price
$35,995
Mileage-adjusted
Where prices land
25th $33,907 · 75th $38,705 · MSRP $29,995
Spread of current 2026 Subaru Forester listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $29,874 | $29,995 | — |
| Premium | $33,516 | $33,385 | — |
| Limited | $36,255 | $37,695 | — |
| Sport | $37,486 | $36,105 | — |
| Wilderness | $39,698 | $38,385 | — |
| Touring | $39,987 | $41,595 | — |
- Base
- $29,874
- Premium
- $33,516
- Limited
- $36,255
- Sport
- $37,486
- Wilderness
- $39,698
- Touring
- $39,987
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2026 Subaru Forester runs about $36,306 in MT to $39,407 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 | $2,610 | $110+ | $38,715 |
| TX | $2,250 | $332 | $38,577 |
| FL | $2,160 | $1,074+ | $39,229 |
| NY | $1,440 | $371 | $37,806 |
| PA | $2,160 | $587 | $38,742 |
| IL | $2,250 | $683 | $38,928 |
| OH | $2,070 | $444 | $38,509 |
| GA | $2,520 | $637 | $39,152 |
| NC | $1,080 | $793 | $37,868 |
| WA | $2,340 | $215+ | $38,550 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $36,520 |
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 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 are expected to be mailed July 24, 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
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2026 Subaru Forester?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $35,995, within a typical market range of $33,907 to $38,705.
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 $36,306 in MT to $39,407 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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 6/20/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.