2013
Subaru Forester
Starts at:
$21,295
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8 mi away -
79 mi away -
$9,440 $3,410 price drop92 mi away -
$7,690 $298 price drop103 mi away -
141 mi away
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Notable features
Newly standard Bluetooth with streaming audio, iPod/USB connectivity
Regular or turbocharged four-cylinder
Standard AWD
High ground clearance
Manual or automatic
The good & the bad
The good
No-nonsense cargo area
Low base price
Rear visibility
Turning circle
Comfortable seats
The bad
Inconsistent dashboard materials
Turbo requires premium fuel
Slow-to-react automatic
Sizable backseat floor hump
Available cars near you
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8 mi away
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79 mi away
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$9,440 $3,410 price drop92 mi away
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$7,690 $298 price drop103 mi away
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141 mi away
Safety review
Based on the 2013 Subaru Forester base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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4/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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4/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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5/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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4/5
- Overall side crash rating
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4/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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4/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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2/5
17.9%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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4/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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2/5
17.9%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Age / mileage
5 years / 80,000 miles
Basic
Coverage available for purchase
Dealer certification
152-point inspection
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I bought my Subaru in 2023 because it only had 60,000
I bought my Subaru in 2023 because it only had 60,000 miles on the OD. It's the minimal 2.5X model, but I couldn't pass up the car at such a low price. After driving it for over a year, I put only 6000 miles on it. I took it to the Subaru dealer for NY state inspection, and had the brakes replaced, and paid for the 60000
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2013 subaru forester xt touring
I owned this car and never had a bit of trouble with it regular maintenance is required i even upgraded many things on this car great car. I was not in an accident with it, a guy ramed it with a shopping cart and went down the side and scratched it all up i turned into ins and had it fixed great car fun car to drive and it turned
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2013 Subaru Forester?
The 2013 Subaru Forester is available in 6 trim levels:
- 2.5X (4 styles)
- 2.5X Limited (2 styles)
- 2.5X Premium (4 styles)
- 2.5X Touring (2 styles)
- 2.5XT Premium (1 style)
- 2.5XT Touring (1 style)
What is the MPG of the 2013 Subaru Forester?
The 2013 Subaru Forester offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2013 Subaru Forester?
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Is the 2013 Subaru Forester reliable?
The 2013 Subaru Forester has an average reliability rating of 3.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2013 Subaru Forester owners.
Is the 2013 Subaru Forester a good SUV?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2013 Subaru Forester. 69.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.1
- Interior: 3.7
- Performance: 3.8
- Value: 3.8
- Exterior: 4.0
- Reliability: 3.9
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