The Subaru Forester is highly praised by Clutch customers with an average rating of 4.6/5. Owners frequently highlight its interior space, ride and handling, and reliability. Some customers note ride and handling and technology and entertainment as areas for improvement.

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2016 Subaru Forester

Great car, but not for everybody

PROS

Ride and Handling

Plenty of power will provide smooth merging onto highways and passing slow vehicles is not an issue. This is turbo charges model with 260HP on tap, works very well with CVT transmission.

Technology and Entertainment

I was quite satisfied with infotainment, it connected to my phone with no issues and the navigation is working.

Interior Space

Quite enough space for taller people at the back seat and trunk big enough for my needs. It can accommodate 4 people for a weekend getaway, along with their luggage.

Value

This is very well designed vehicle for it's intended purpose. The car was in good condition while I was driving it, but I didn't take it off road to test its capabilities.

Styling

Boxy style like other SUVs suites me, because of the elevated seating position. Easy egress and ingress.

Reliability

I had a car for only about a month and I didn't have any issues, but other people swear on its long term reliability.

CONS

Ride and Handling

Some people say there is no such thing as too much power, but I say - there is! I am at the age where I don't rely on the power of the car to get out of a trouble , but on planning to get somewhere on time.

Seat Comfort

Cabin noise is noticeable, but not irritating. What bothers me is, why would a designer put sporty seats with hard cushions in a vehicle like this? My model didn't have lumbar adjustment, but after 20-30min of driving I didn't feel comfortable to take on any longer journeys. Suspension is too hard, like on a sports car and feels horrible on bad city streets. Small sports steering wheel is very unusual on SUVs, but these are 3 deal breakers for me!

Technology and Entertainment

Some people would say that car's tech is outdated. All technology looks like some post-2000 year designs...

Fuel Economy

This car is not very efficient, but considering the power of turbo-4 engine, it's not bad. Hybrid vehicles could be more efficient, but then you have to deal with batteries, etc. My 99% of city driving returned 12.6L/100km of premium 91 octane gas.

Filip M.

Mar 8, 2026

2020 Subaru Forester

Decent car for a decent price point

PROS

Seat Comfort

Decent room for a family of 3 (about to be four)

Technology and Entertainment

Thought I would hate the Subaru Eye but eventually grew to really enjoy the features. Annoying on rainy days though.

Interior Space

Good trunk space and tool storage in spare wheel compartment.

CONS

Seat Comfort

Could be more comfy.

Technology and Entertainment

On high precipitation days the Eye can't see well when the windshield is busy and is constantly beeping.

Kyle L.

Mar 8, 2026

2019 Subaru Forester

Loving this car so far!

PROS

Seat Comfort

Seats are comfortable for long drives and I like how well I can see blind spots.

Interior Space

Lots of trunk space, enough to fit a stroller comfortably.

CONS

Ride and Handling

Could have a little more acceleration power.

Reliability

We have had some minor issues with the car, but no crazy expensive fixes were required.

Katherine B.

Mar 7, 2026

2021 Subaru Forester

Great value family car

PROS

Seat Comfort

The car is a very comfortable to drive. Turns are smooth and the driver's seat has tons of features to adjust your sitting position making it a great fit for long drives

Interior Space

The car is quite spacious. I was looking to buy a car with enough space so everyone sitting at the back would be comfortable and this car certainly achieved what I was looking for.

CONS

Ride and Handling

It takes a while for the car to go from 0 to 60. Acceleration takes quite a while. Its not a true sport other than the look

Michael A.

Mar 9, 2026

2014 Subaru Forester

Great family car that is fun to drive

PROS

Ride and Handling

very powerful 250hp 2.0l turbo engine

Interior Space

spacious midsize suv

CONS

Technology and Entertainment

2013 model year with no screens

Alex D.

Mar 8, 2026

2021 Subaru Forester

Safe and reliable

PROS

Ride and Handling

Great in snow and slippery conditions, you feel in control

Interior Space

Massive! Fits everything

CONS

Reliability

Parts for the car are quite expensive

Vanja P.

Mar 12, 2026

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