Used 2005 Subaru Forester
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2005 Subaru Forester Overview
2005 Subaru Forester Pricing
2005 Subaru Forester pricing starts at $4,000 for the Forester X Sport Utility 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $22,670 when new. The range-topping 2005 Forester XT Sport Utility 4D starts at $4,800 today, originally priced from $27,070.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$22,670 | $4,000 | |||
$25,070 | $4,425 | |||
$26,970 | $4,775 | |||
$27,070 | $4,800 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2005 Subaru Forester models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Forester Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Subaru Forester (2004-2008) a 4.5 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 90% recommend it. These figures are based on 404 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2005 Subaru Forester
"Love this car!"
"I have had my Subaru for 8 years and have been very happy with it. We have had a few repairs over the years (A/C, head gasket, and some minor things). It has finally died (2 cylinders have no compression), but we used it pretty hard and were not very reliable about keeping up with maintenance. It has always gotten us safely through rain, sleet, snow, ice, and on our rough, dirt, unplowed driveway. It was struck by lightning once and only blew a few fuses. We're currently shopping for another Subaru."
"fantastic, comfortable, cost effective,safe"
"This is the best Forester. Great for seniors and women. Great for arthritis limited people. Easy in and out access. The newer ones (2009)and newer are too big, too low milage and too expensive. Too bad they changed a great car."
"Reliable Workhorse"
"I have owned 17 vehicles, 5 of them being Saabs, and found myself falling in love with this versatile little workhorse. I've loaded it full of firewood, muddy dogs & camping gear, but when it's cleaned up, could proudly drive it out to Sat. night dinner. No problems whatsoever."
Overall 2005 Subaru Forester Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2005 Subaru Forester is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2005 Subaru Forester quality a 4.5 out of 5.
2005 Subaru Forester Reliability
The 2005 Subaru Forester receives an average consumer rating of 4.5 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2005 Forester Features
According to drivers of the 2005 Forester, here are some of its best features:
- Reliable and safe, especially in bad weather
- Too bad it is no longer available
- Handles like a race-car.
- Comfort
- Quality, reliability, comfort, safety, versatility
2005 Subaru Forester MPG by Trim
2005 Forester X Sport Utility 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2005 Forester XS Sport Utility 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2005 Forester XS LL Bean Edition Sport Utility 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
2005 Forester XT Sport Utility 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 22 MPG
2005 Forester Safety
2005 Subaru Forester Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
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2005 Subaru Forester Values and Prices
Style | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | Fair Purchase Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$1,350 | $3,450 | $4,000 | |||
$1,625 | $3,825 | $4,425 | |||
$675 | $4,125 | $4,775 | |||
$1,775 | $4,125 | $4,800 |
2005 Subaru Forester Depreciation
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2005 Subaru Forester Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | $196 | $2,703 | $1,075 | ||
2024 | $166 | $2,537 | $856 | ||
2025 | $251 | $2,286 | $547 | ||
Now | + $1,164 | $3,450 | $1,350 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2005 Subaru Forester Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3090 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 93.5 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.8 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.6 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.5 inches | ||
Overall Length | 175.2 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 53.5 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2400 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 64.1 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 34.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 99.4 inches | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4120 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 68.3 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 20 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 22 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular |
Performance
Horsepower | 173 @ 5600 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 166 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
Comfort & Convenience
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
2005 Subaru Forester Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 2005 Subaru Forester |  Used 2012 Hyundai Veracruz |  Used 2011 Chevrolet Traverse |  Used 2009 GMC Envoy | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,000 | $3,575 | $3,150 | $2,750 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.5 | 3.4 | N/A | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.1 | 4.5 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | City 17/Hwy 22/Comb 19 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | City 14/Hwy 20/Comb 16 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | N/A | 5.0 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 173 @ 5600 RPM | 260 @ 6000 RPM | 288 @ 6300 RPM | 285 @ 6000 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | V6, 3.8 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | 6-Cyl, 4.2 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD | 4WD |
2005 Subaru Forester Rankings
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