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2025
2019
Fuel Economy
29 combined mpg
Horsepower
182 hp
Seating
5
Cargo Volume
70.9 - 76.1 cu ft
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2019 Subaru Forester Overview

2019 Subaru Forester Pricing

2019 Subaru Forester pricing starts at $15,837 for the Forester Sport Utility 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $25,270 when new. The range-topping 2019 Forester Touring Sport Utility 4D starts at $19,991 today, originally priced from $35,270.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sport Utility 4D
$25,270
$15,837
$27,670
$17,997
$29,770
$18,779
$31,770
$19,765
$35,270
$19,991

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 2019 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 (2019-2024) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 81% recommend it. These figures are based on 94 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2019 Subaru Forester

"Incredible value. Premium interior. Fun."

"A fun, comfortable, great car. Interior has quality materials, tactile, and attractive. Driver and passenger room beats much larger SUVs. Ride is plush. Performance fine for all except sports car addicts. I look forward to every drive of this value-packed vehicle."

"All the bells & whistles"

"This is the first new car I’ve ever owned, and with this model, it’s actually been a great investment. I love it so much, tho, I couldn’t imagine selling it."

"Buggy tpms is unsolvable by dealership"

"There's way too much mediocre technology in this thing. I like the visibility and drive comfort, and 7 or 8 inches of road clearance is important to me, but the arbitrary engine start stop, the way the lane centering seems to grope from one side to the other, the constant bings and boings and flashing warnings that take my attention from driving and frankly terrible ergonomics is driving me crazy. I do like that they preserved some knows in the forester instead of the insane multi screen info screens in other models. And the mystery TPMS light. 12 (twelve) trips to dealership, all 4 sensors replaced, now the module replaced. It's destroying my will to drive, and I used to love driving. Subaru has a problem and I would not buy one until they rehab the supposed safety technology to make it less distracting and more effective."

Overall 2019 Subaru Forester Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2019 Subaru Forester is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2019 Subaru Forester quality a 4.5 out of 5.

2019 Subaru Forester Reliability

The 2019 Subaru Forester receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2019 Forester Features

According to drivers of the 2019 Forester, here are some of its best features:

  • Luxury feel and comfort. Quality. Cute.
  • It basically drives itself
  • Visibility and road clearance, climate control
  • Nimble and safe driving. Rigidity of the body.
  • Comfortable, fuel economy, awd, reliability

2019 Subaru Forester MPG by Trim

2019 Forester Sport Utility 4D - city 26 MPG - hwy 33 MPG

2019 Forester Premium Sport Utility 4D - city 26 MPG - hwy 33 MPG

2019 Forester Sport SUV 4D - city 26 MPG - hwy 33 MPG

2019 Forester Limited Sport Utility 4D - city 26 MPG - hwy 33 MPG

2019 Forester Touring Sport Utility 4D - city 26 MPG - hwy 33 MPG

2019 Forester Safety

2019 Subaru Forester Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Blind-Spot Alert
  • Collision Preparation
  • Collision Warning System
  • Collision Warning System with Auto Brake
  • Driver Knee Airbag
  • Front Head Curtain Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Lane Departure Warning System
  • Rear Head Curtain Airbag
  • Rear View Camera
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New Subaru Forester Deals and Incentives

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$1000 Total Cash

Get $1,000 Subaru Mobility Assist on a new 2025 Forester (all models).

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2019 Subaru Forester
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.4
Consumer Rating
Based on 94 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.6
Performance
4.2
Quality
4.5
Comfort
4.6
Reliability
4.5
Styling
4.6

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2019 Subaru Forester Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Seating
Cargo Capacity
Engine
Towing Capacity
Curb Weight
Drivetrain
Sport Utility 4D
$15,837
29 MPG
182 @ 5800 RPM
5
76.1 cu ft
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
1500 lbs
3449 lbs
AWD
Premium Sport Utility 4D
$17,997
29 MPG
182 @ 5800 RPM
5
70.9 cu ft
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
1500 lbs
3516 lbs
AWD
Sport SUV 4D
$18,779
29 MPG
182 @ 5800 RPM
5
70.9 cu ft
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
1500 lbs
3531 lbs
AWD
Limited Sport Utility 4D
$19,765
29 MPG
182 @ 5800 RPM
5
70.9 cu ft
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
1500 lbs
3541 lbs
AWD
Touring Sport Utility 4D
$19,991
29 MPG
182 @ 5800 RPM
5
70.9 cu ft
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
1500 lbs
3588 lbs
AWD
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2019 Subaru Forester Depreciation

A 2019 Subaru Forester has depreciated $9,115 or 40% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $13,529 and trade-in value of $12,324.

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2019 Subaru Forester Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $1,863
$22,644
$21,234
2023
$2,286
$20,358
$19,065
2024
$4,318
$16,040
$14,786
Now
$2,511
$13,529
$12,324
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2019 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
3449 lbs.
EPA Passenger
111.9 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
16.6 gallons
Front Head Room
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room
43.3 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Minimum Ground Clearance
8.7 inches
Overall Length
182.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room
58.2 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1500 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
76.1 cu.ft.
Wheel Base
105.1 inches
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
4480 lbs.
Width with mirrors
80.9 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Fog Lights
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Roof Rails
Available
LED Headlights
Available

Fuel Economy

City
26 mpg
Highway
33 mpg
Combined
29 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission Type
Automatic
Recommended Fuel
Regular

Performance

Horsepower
182 @ 5800 RPM
Torque
176 @ 4400 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

  • Integrated Garage Door Opener

Entertainment

  • iPod Connector
  • iPod Interface
  • MP3 Player
  • Satellite Radio
  • Bluetooth Streaming Audio
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Rear Window Defroster
  • 12V Power Outlet
  • Power Outlet
  • Steering Wheel Controls
  • Tilt Steering Wheel
  • Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Folding Rear Seat
  • Cloth Seats

Security

  • Alarm System

Technology

  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Remote Keyless Entry
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Smartphone Interface
  • Touch Screen Monitor
  • USB Port

2019 Subaru Forester Safety

2019 Subaru Forester Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Stability Control
  • Traction Control
  • Blind-Spot Alert
  • Collision Preparation
  • Collision Warning System
  • Collision Warning System with Auto Brake
  • Driver Knee Airbag
  • Front Head Curtain Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Lane Departure Warning System
  • Rear Head Curtain Airbag
  • Rear View Camera
5.0

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
5.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Side Crash
5.0

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Price
$15,837
$17,218
$16,039
$14,318
KBB.com Rating
N/A
N/A
4.4
4.2
Consumer Rating
4.4
4.1
3.9
4.5
Fuel Economy
City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG
City 31/Hwy 34/Comb 33 MPG
City 28/Hwy 39/Comb 32 MPG
City 29/Hwy 34/Comb 31 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
N/A
N/A
N/A
Safety Rating
5.0
4.0
5.0
5.0
Seating Capacity5555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
182 @ 5800 RPM
141 @ 6000 RPM
137 @ 3750 RPM
148 @ 6000 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 1.6 Liter
4-Cyl, SKYACTIV-G, 2.0 Liter
Drivetrain
AWD
AWD
FWD
FWD

2019 Subaru Forester Rankings

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FAQs

How reliable is the 2019 Subaru Forester?

Kelley Blue Book users rate the 2019 Subaru Forester reliability 5 out of 5 stars, which is far above average for a vehicle of its class.

Is 2019 a good year for a Subaru Forester?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2019 Forester is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Subaru Forester 2019 a good SUV?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2019 Forester is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2019 Subaru Forester?

The 2019 Subaru Forester gets 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway.

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