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2026 Subaru Forester null Cost to Own
$47,138
A 2026 Subaru Forester null has a 5-year cost-to-own of $47,138. After 5 years a 2026 Forester null will depreciate $13,034 and have a residual value of $18,411. During this time out-of-pocket expenses are expected to total $34,104.
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The 2026 Subaru Forester null is in the middle 26-75% for Cost to Own among all Compact SUV/Crossovers.
2026 Subaru Forester null 5-Year Depreciation: $13,034
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5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$34,104
Fuel:
$9,846
Insurance:
$13,585
Financing:
$3,865
State Fees:
$2,338
Maintenance:
$2,686
Repairs:
$1,784
Total: $34,104
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5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$13,034
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$34,104
5-Year Cost To Own$47,138
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Specifications
Comfort & Convenience
Integrated Garage Door Opener | Port Installed |
|---|
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3510 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Total Interior | 110.8 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 | 183.3 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 57.7 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 74.4 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 35.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 105.1 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 81.2 inches |
Exterior
Adaptive Headlights | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Roof Rails | Port Installed | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 26 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 33 mpg | ||
Combined | 29 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 180 @ 5800 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 178 @ 3700 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
Technology
Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Hands Free Phone | Available | ||
Remote Keyless Entry | Available | ||
Audible Text Messaging | Available | ||
Remote Engine Start | Port Installed | ||
Smartphone Interface | Available | ||
Touch Screen Monitor | Available | ||
USB Port | Available | ||
Voice Recognition System | Available |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
2026 Subaru Forester Standard Features
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2026 Subaru Forester
KBB.com Review
4.4
Kbb.com Expert Rating
You'll Like This Car If...
Standard all-wheel drive (AWD). Impressive safety systems. Resale value.
You May Not Like This Car If...
Coarse engine.
2026 Subaru Forester
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
3.7
Consumer Rating
15 ratings
Value
3.2
Performance
4.0
Quality
3.4
Comfort
4.1
Reliability
3.8
Styling
4.4
2026 Subaru Forester Safety
Safety Features & Technology
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
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 New 2026 Subaru Forester null |  New 2026 Toyota RAV4 |  New 2026 Nissan Rogue |  New 2026 Honda CR-V | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $31,445 | $37,550 | $35,885 | $32,370 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.8 | |
| Consumer Rating | 3.7 | 2.5 | 3.7 | 3.6 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG | City 40/Hwy 43/Comb 47 MPG | City 28/Hwy 35/Comb 31 MPG | City 28/Hwy 34/Comb 30 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $47,138 | N/A | N/A | $49,934 | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | 5.0 | 5.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 180 @ 5800 RPM | 183 @ 6000 RPM | 201 @ 5600 RPM | 190 @ 6000 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 3-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD | 2WD |
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