2017 Subaru Forester

Used

$15,999Price

$16,179Selling Price

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Convenience Features

1-touch down
1-touch up
Air conditioning
Driver door bin
Driver vanity mirror
Emergency communication system: STARLINK
Front beverage holders
Illuminated entry
Overhead console
Passenger door bin
Passenger vanity mirror
Power windows
Rear door bins
Remote keyless entry
Speed control
Telescoping steering wheel
Tilt steering wheel

Suspension/Handling

Four wheel independent suspension
Front anti-roll bar
Front tires: 225/60HR17.0
Power steering
Rear anti-roll bar
Rear tires: 225/60HR17.0
Wheel size: 17"

Entertainment Features

1st row LCD monitors: 2
AM/FM radio
CD player
CD-MP3 decoder
Primary LCD size: 6.2"
Radio data system
Smart device integration: STARLINK
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth

Seats and Trim

Front center armrest
Front seats: bucket
Max seating capacity: 5
Rear seats: bench
Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
Split folding rear seat

Powertrain

Cylinder configuration: H-4
Drive type: all-wheel drive
Engine liters: 2.5
Engine location: front
Fuel economy city: 26mpg
Fuel economy combined: 28mpg
Fuel economy highway: 32mpg
Fuel tank capacity: 15.9gal.
Horsepower: 170hp @ 5,800RPM
Number of valves: 16
Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Torque: 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
Transmission: continuously variable automatic
Variable valve control

Off-Road Capability

Approach angle: 23 deg
Departure angle: 25 deg
Ground clearance (min): 221mm (8.7")
Ramp breakover angle: 21 deg

Body Exterior

Bumpers: body-color
Power door mirrors
Rear cargo: liftgate

Specs and Dimensions

Compression ratio: 10.00 to 1
Curb weight: 1,507kg (3,322lbs)
Engine bore x stroke: 94.0mm x 89.9mm (3.70" x 3.54")
Engine displacement: 2.5 L
Engine horsepower: 170hp @ 5,800RPM
Engine torque: 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
Exterior body width: 1,796mm (70.7")
Exterior height: 1,687mm (66.4")
Exterior length: 4,610mm (181.5")
Front headroom: 1,052mm (41.4")
Front hiproom: 1,369mm (53.9")
Front legroom: 1,092mm (43.0")
Front shoulder room: 1,448mm (57.0")
GVWR: 2,032kg (4,480lbs)
Interior cargo volume: 974 L (34 cu.ft.)
Interior maximum cargo volume: 2,115 L (75 cu.ft.)
Passenger volume: 3,067L (108.3 cu.ft.)
Rear headroom: 1,011mm (39.8")
Rear hiproom: 1,346mm (53.0")
Rear legroom: 965mm (38.0")
Rear shoulder room: 1,435mm (56.5")
Towing capacity: 680kg (1,500lbs)
Turning radius: 5.3m (17.4')
Wheelbase: 2,639mm (103.9")

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Display: digital/analog
Exterior parking camera rear
Front reading lights
Low tire pressure warning
Outside temperature display
Rear window defroster
Rear window wiper
Tachometer
Trip computer
Variably intermittent wipers

Safety and Security

4 wheel disc brakes
ABS brakes
Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
Brake assist
Dual front impact airbags
Dual front side impact airbags
Electronic stability
Ignition disable
Knee airbag
Occupant sensing airbag
Overhead airbag
Panic alarm
Security system
Traction control

CARFAX 1-Owner. EPA 32 MPG Hwy/26 MPG City! Forester trim. CD Player, BluetoothÂ®, iPod/MP3 Input, All Wheel Drive, Alloy Wheels, Back-Up Camera.

KEY FEATURES INCLUDE
All Wheel Drive, Back-Up Camera, iPod/MP3 Input, BluetoothÂ®, CD Player

VEHICLE REVIEWS
Edmunds.com explains With a fairly plush ride, the Forester is a comfortable all-day cruiser. Even full-throttle acceleration doesnt significantly disturb the Foresters cabin, which remains impressively impervious to tire, wind and engine noise..

SHOP WITH CONFIDENCE
CARFAX 1-Owner

Fuel economy calculations based on original manufacturer data for trim engine configuration. Please confirm the accuracy of the included equipment by calling us prior to purchase.

Vehicle history report

Title information
Odometer readings
Accident data (if applicable)
Service history
Vehicle usage
Recall information (if applicable)
Warranty status

Free AutoCheck report

Optional add-on protection

GAP Protection
Lifetime Powertrain
Tires and Wheels
Paint Protection

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4.2out of 5 overall

5.0
Great site
by scooter on 5/7/2026 1:13:37 AM
Easy to get the value for your vehicle, minimal distractions, easy to enter other vehicles. The only hassle was adding extra words and email to this review.…
4.0
I like it
by Mark on 11/27/2025 4:22:54 PM
Bought my 2016 Forester new and got about $4k off the sticker price. I maintain it very well and do the work myself. I’ve had to replace the shift safety interlock mechanism at around 80k miles, due to occasionally being unable remove the key from the ignition; replaced rear wheel hub at 130k miles; replaced infotainment head (radio) at about 100k miles. Biggest disappointment is the mediocre a/c that doesn’t blow very cold when it is really hot outside. It’s a very easy car to work on and maintain. New cars today are way overpriced, and I dislike the over abundance of angst inducing “safety” features so I’m going to keep my Forester and swap out the engine and trans. with salvage yard replacements when my engine and trans. give up the ghost.…
4.0
Mostly enjoyed it until the computer began failing
by rbinsc on 11/10/2025 10:09:28 PM
Bought my "Pearl" '17 Subaru Forester used in 2020 or 21. The best things about it, hands down, were the great visibility from the big windows, high safety rating, ground clearance and rear passenger legroom + cargo space. It got decent gas mileage for mostly in-town driving. On the highway it had lousy road noise, so backseat passengers can't follow a conversation happening in front. I would have kept it until the wheels fell off, but the onboard computer started going haywire and the replacement cost was hefty for an 8 yo vehicle. Aside from road noise, my main complaints were the awful infotainment interface and tiny (useless) backup camera screen. So last November I decided to upgrade to the quieter, hybrid '21 Toyota Venza.…

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