Used 2012 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D
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Estimated Values
Condition | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Excellent | $4,780 | $7,760 | ||
Very Good | $4,530 | $7,385 | ||
Good | $4,255 | $6,960 | ||
Fair | $3,530 | $5,860 |
Estimated Trade-In Values for the 2012 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D range from about $3,530 to $4,780 depending on vehicle condition. Estimated Private Party Values range from about $5,860 to $7,760 depending on vehicle condition. Valid for ZIP Code 01571 through 4/2/2026.
Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3450 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 102.1 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.0 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.1 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 8.9 inches | ||
Overall Length | 179.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.1 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2400 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 63.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 34.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 103.0 inches | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4175 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 79.0 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fog Lights | Available | ||
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Panorama Moon Roof | Available | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 19 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 24 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
4 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium |
Performance
Horsepower | 224 @ 5200 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 226 @ 2800 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
2012 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D Standard Features
2012 Subaru Forester
KBB.com Review
Kbb.com Expert Rating
If you like equal parts sport and utility in your SUV, the Forester is maneuverable in the city, yet roomy and capable enough for weekend excursions off the beaten path. You’ll also like its low starting price, standard AWD, respectable towing ability, top-rated safety and reliability, and turbo option.
If you want six cylinders, seven seats or rear-seat entertainment, the Forester is not for you. And although a 5-speed manual transmission is standard on the base and 2.5X Premium models, a SportShift automatic with just four speeds is the only transmission choice on the upper-trim levels or any of the turbocharged models.
2012 Subaru Forester
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
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2012 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D Safety
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Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 2012 Subaru Forester 2.5XT Premium Sport Utility 4D |  Used 2014 BMW X1 |  Used 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan |  Used 2013 Lincoln MKT | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $7,850 | $6,425 | $6,375 | $6,250 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 3.6 | 3.8 | 3.7 | 2.7 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.6 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 19/Hwy 24/Comb 21 MPG | City 23/Hwy 34/Comb 27 MPG | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 23 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 18 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | 4.0 | N/A | 4.0 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 224 @ 5200 RPM | 240 @ 5000 RPM | 200 @ 5100 RPM | 365 @ 5700 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 2.0L | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6 EcoBoost Twin Trb 3.5L | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |