2003 SUBARU FORESTER XS for Auction (2024)

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What is the rarest Subaru Forester? ›

Only 10 are ever made. The Subaru Forester Black Belt Edition by Matthias Casse -that's the official name- is a car of which only 10 will ever be made.

As such, the 2.5-litre, four-cylinder flat engine continues to power the all-wheel drive vehicle that comes either with a five-speed or a four-speed automatic transmission. The Forester is available in two versions : 2.5 X and 2.5 XS.

KBB Best SUVs

And for 2023, KBB has ranked the Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback as the three best SUVs that will have the highest resale value. These SUVs, after five years, are expected to retain most of the MSRP that customers pay for them.

A: For those looking to buy a Subaru Forester, the best model years to consider are the most recent ones, specifically 2019, 2020, and 2021.

Well, that's where the Forester's longevity comes in. You might pay top dollar for a used Subaru Forester, but that's because it's built to last. Some first-generation Foresters can still be found on the road today with their wagon body styles and a likely 300,000 plus miles on their odometers.

Engine Lifespan: Subaru engines are known for their durability and longevity, with many drivers reporting engines that last well beyond 200,000 miles with proper maintenance. The key to extending the lifespan of your Subaru engine is regular maintenance, including oil changes, fluid checks, and tune-ups.

Regular (87 Octane)

Suitable for most vehicles, regular gasoline is just fine for many Subaru models.

The second generation was introduced as a 2003 model at the 2002 Chicago Auto Show, based on the new Impreza platform, featuring several fine-tune improvements over the past model. The 2003 Forester features weight-saving refinements such as an aluminum hood, perforated rails, and a hydro-formed front sub-frame.

Do all foresters have boxer engines? ›

For over 45 years Subaru has been solely committed to the Subaru Boxer Engine in ALL of their models.

Every 2021 Subaru Forester comes standard with the same four-cylinder engine as the base Outback, meaning you get 182 horsepower and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).

Above-average maintenance and repair costs are something that Subaru owners have to contend with. Those with a Subaru can expect to spend 50% more than on a comparable Toyota or Honda, whether it's due to more complicated engine access or more expensive tire changes.

The median age of Forester buyers reportedly hovers around 62, a demographic niche that values reliability, utility and ease of use over flash and dash.

Both the Limited and the Touring are considered upper trims, but the Touring is the top edition among the entire lineup. The Touring model has similar features to the Limited but adds heated rear seats, a Harman Kardon® sound system, larger wheels, low-profile roof rails, and more.

Our test car is the 2023 Subaru Forester 2.5i-S, which is the top-of-the-range version with a regular petrol powertrain. It's priced from $46,340 before on-roads for 2023 – some $1900 more than mid last year – or $51,440 drive-away.

The top-tier Touring ($39,995) adds 19-inch alloy wheels, a surround-view camera system, heated and ventilated front seats and an 11.6-inch multimedia navigation system with Harman Kardon audio.

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