Subaru Forester trim levels

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The ever-popular Subaru Forester comes in several trim levels. We’ll break down each of these trim levels below, telling you:

  • Which year models offer which trim levels
  • What features come with each trim model
  • How much each trim package cost when the car was new
  • How much each trim package affects used listing prices

Subaru Forester trim levels by year

Subaru Forester year Number of trims available Trims available: Features:
2021 5 CVT, Premium CVT, Sport CVT, Limited CVT, Touring CVT Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2020 5 CVT, Premium CVT, Sport CVT, Limited CVT, Touring CVT Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2019 5 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Sport, 2.5i Limited, 2..5i Touring Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2018 10 2.5i Manual, 2.5i CVT, 2.5i Premium Manual, 2.5i Premium CVT, 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT, 2.5i Premium Black Edition w/EyeSight CVT, 2.5i Limited CVT, 2.0XT Premium CVT, 2.5i Touring CVT, 2.0XT Touring CVT Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2017 8 2.5i Manual, 2.5i CVT, 2.5i Premium Manual, 2.5i Premium CVT, 2.5i Limited CVT, 2.0XT Premium CVT, 2.5i Touring CVT, 2.0XT Touring CVT
Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2016 8 2.5i Manual, 2.5i CVT, 2.5i Premium Manual, 2.5i Premium CVT, 2.5i Limited, 2.0XT Premium, 2.5i Touring, 2.0XT Touring Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2015 8 2.5i Manual, 2.5i CVT, 2.5i Premium Manual, 2.5i Premium CVT, 2.5i Limited, 2.0XT Premium, 2.5i Touring, 2.0XT Touring Automatic CVT transmission

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2021 Subaru Forester trim levels

2021 Subaru Forester trim levels Trim value (MSRP when new) Impact on used pricing: Features:
Touring CVT $10,100 $8,667 (32%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Heated Rear Seats, Heated Steering Wheel, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Navigation System, Navigation System, Panoramic Roof, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Remote Engine Start, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
Limited CVT $6,600 $6,827 (26%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Cross-Traffic Alert, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Remote Engine Start, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
Sport CVT $4,600 $5,191 (19%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Cross-Traffic Alert, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Remote Engine Start, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
Premium CVT $3,000 $2,594 (10%) more expensive Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Remote Engine Start, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
CVT $0 (base package) N/A - Base trim Standard features

The 2021 Subaru Forester Touring CVT trim level:

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $10,100

When new, the 2021 Subaru Forester Touring CVT trim added $10,100 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $8,667 (32%) higher than base trim

On average, 2021 Subaru Forester Touring CVT listings are $8,667 (32%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2021 Subaru Forester Touring CVT:

The following features are included in the Touring CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Heated Rear Seats
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Navigation System
  • Navigation System
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2021 Subaru Forester Limited CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,600

When new, the 2021 Subaru Forester Limited CVT trim added $6,600 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $6,827 (26%) higher than base trim

On average, 2021 Subaru Forester Limited CVT listings are $7,396 (26%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2021 Subaru Forester Limited CVT:

The following features are included in the Limited CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2021 Subaru Forester Sport CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $4,600

When new, the 2021 Subaru Forester Sport CVT trim added $4,600 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $5,191 (19%) higher than base trim

On average, 2021 Subaru Forester Sport CVT listings are $5,191 (19%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2021 Subaru Forester Sport CVT:

The following features are included in the Sport CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2021 Subaru Forester Premium CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $3,000

When new, the 2021 Subaru Forester Premium CVT trim added $3,000 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $2,594 (10%) higher than base trim

On average, 2021 Subaru Forester Premium CVT listings are $2,594 (10%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2021 Subaru Forester Premium CVT:

The following features are included in the Premium CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2021 Subaru Forester CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $0

When new, the 2021 Subaru Forester CVT trim added $0 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $0 (0%) higher than base trim

On average, 2021 Subaru Forester CVT listings are $0 (0%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2021 Subaru Forester CVT:

The following features are included in the CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Standard Features

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2020 Subaru Forester trim level comparison table

2020 Subaru Forester trim levels Trim value (MSRP when new) Impact on used pricing: Features:
Touring CVT $10,100 $8,545 (36%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Heated Rear Seats, Heated Steering Wheel, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Navigation System, Panoramic Roof, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Remote Engine Start, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
Limited CVT $6,600 $6,271 (26%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Cross-Traffic Alert, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Remote Engine Start, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
Sport CVT $4,500 $5,172 (21%) more expensive Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Remote Engine Start, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
Premium CVT $2,900 $3,343 (14%) more expensive Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Remote Engine Start, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
CVT $0 (base package) N/A - Base trim Standard features

The 2020 Subaru Forester Touring CVT trim level:

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $10,100

When new, the 2020 Subaru Forester Touring CVT trim added $10,100 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $8,545 (36%) higher than base trim

On average, 2020 Subaru Forester Touring CVT listings are $8,545 (36%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2020 Subaru Forester Touring CVT:

The following features are included in the Touring CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2020 Subaru Forester Limited CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,600

When new, the 2020 Subaru Forester Limited CVT trim added $6,600 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $6,271 (26%) higher than base trim

On average, 2020 Subaru Forester Limited CVT listings are $6,271 (26%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2020 Subaru Forester Limited CVT:

The following features are included in the Limited CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2020 Subaru Forester Sport CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $4,500

When new, the 2020 Subaru Forester Sport CVT trim added $4,500 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $5,172 (21%) higher than base trim

On average, 2020 Subaru Forester Sport CVT listings are $5,172 (21%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2020 Subaru Forester Sport CVT:

The following features are included in the Sport CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2020 Subaru Forester Premium CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $2,900

When new, the 2020 Subaru Forester Premium CVT trim added $2,900 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $3,343 (14%) higher than base trim

On average, 2020 Subaru Forester Premium CVT listings are $3,343 (14%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2020 Subaru Forester Premium CVT:

The following features are included in the Premium CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Remote Engine Start
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2020 Subaru Forester CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $0

When new, the 2020 Subaru Forester CVT trim added $0 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $0 (0%) higher than base trim

On average, 2020 Subaru Forester CVT listings are $0 (0%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2020 Subaru Forester CVT:

The following features are included in the CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Standard Features

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2019 Subaru Forester trim level comparison table

2019 Subaru Forester trim levels Trim value (MSRP when new) Impact on used pricing: Features:
2.5i Touring $10,000 $7,860 (36%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Heated Rear Seats, Heated Steering Wheel, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Navigation System, Panoramic Roof, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
2.5i Limited $6,500 $5,586 (25%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Cross-Traffic Alert, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof, WiFi Hotspot
2.5i Sport $4,500 $5,230 (24%) more expensive Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium $2,400 $2,677 (12%) more expensive Panoramic Roof, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i $0 (base package) N/A - Base trim Standard features

The 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring trim level:

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $10,000

When new, the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring trim added $10,000 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $7,860 (36%) higher than base trim

On average, 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring listings are $7,860 (36%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Touring trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Heated Rear Seats
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Navigation System
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,500

When new, the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited trim added $6,500 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $5,586 (25%) higher than base trim

On average, 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited listings are $5,586 (25%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Limited trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof
  • WiFi Hotspot

The 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Sport trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $4,500

When new, the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Sport trim added $4,500 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $5,230 (24%) higher than base trim

On average, 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Sport listings are $5,230 (24%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Sport:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Sport trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $2,400

When new, the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium trim added $2,400 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $2,677 (12%) higher than base trim

On average, 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium listings are $2,677 (12%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Panoramic Roof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $0

When new, the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i trim added $0 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $0 (0%) higher than base trim

On average, 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i listings are $0 (0%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2019 Subaru Forester 2.5i:

The following features are included in the 2.5i trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Standard Features

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2018 Subaru Forester trim level comparison table

2018 Subaru Forester trim levels Trim value (MSRP when new) Impact on used pricing: Features:
2.0XT Touring CVT $13,295 $8,152 (44%) more expensive Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitor, Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Heated Steering Wheel, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Navigation System, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Touring CVT $10,295 $6,387 (34%) more expensive Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitor, Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Heated Steering Wheel, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Navigation System, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.0XT Premium CVT $6,700 $4,734 (25%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Limited CVT $6,600 $4,585 (25%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Cross-Traffic Alert, Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT w/ EyeSight $5,745 $3,460 (19%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT $4,550 $2,127 (11%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium CVT $3,400 $2,133 (11%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium Manual $2,900 $1,784 (10%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i CVT $1,000 $734 (4%) more expensive Automatic CVT transmission
2.5i Manual $0 (base package) N/A - Base trim Standard features

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring CVT trim level:

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $13,295

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring CVT trim added $13,295 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $8,152 (44%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring CVT listings are $8,152 (44%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.0XT Touring CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Navigation System
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $10,295

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring CVT trim added $10,295 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $6,387 (34%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring CVT listings are $6,387 (34%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Touring CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Navigation System
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,700

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium CVT trim added $6,700 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $4,734 (25%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium CVT listings are $4,734 (25%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.0XT Premium CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,600

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT trim added $6,600 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $4,585 (25%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT listings are $4,585 (25%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Limited CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT w/ EyeSight trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $5,745

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT w/ EyeSight trim added $5,745 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $3,460 (19%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT w/ EyeSight listings are $3,460 (19%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT w/ EyeSight:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT w/ EyeSight trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $3,499

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT trim added $3,499 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $680 (12%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT listings are $7,396 (21%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium Black Edition CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $3,400

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT trim added $3,400 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $2,133 (11%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT listings are $2,133 (11%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $2,900

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual trim added $2,900 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $1,784 (10%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual listings are $1,784 (10%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium Manual trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $1,000

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT trim added $1,000 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $734 (4%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT listings are $734 (4%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Automatic CVT Transmission

The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $0

When new, the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual trim added $0 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $0 (0%) higher than base trim

On average, 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual listings are $0 (0%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Manual trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Standard Features

2017 Subaru Forester trim level comparison table

2017 Subaru Forester trim levels Trim value (MSRP when new) Impact on used pricing: Features:
2.0XT Touring CVT $11,700 $5,561 (33%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Cross-Traffic Alert, Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Heated Steering Wheel, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Navigation System, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Touring CVT $8,700 $4,602 (27%) more expensive Blind Spot Monitor, Cross-Traffic Alert, Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Heated Steering Wheel, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.0XT Premium CVT $6,700 $3,123 (18%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Limited CVT $6,600 $3,580 (21%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium CVT $3,400 $1,690 (10%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium Manual $2,900 $1,643 (10%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i CVT $1,000 $863 (5%) more expensive Automatic CVT transmission, Premium Wheels
2.5i Manual $0 (base package) N/A - Base trim Standard features

The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0 XT Touring CVT trim level:

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $11,700

When new, the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring CVT trim added $11,700 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $5,561 (33%) higher than base trim

On average, 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring CVT listings are $5,561 (33%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.0XT Touring CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Navigation System
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $8,700

When new, the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring CVT trim added $8,700 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $4,602 (27%) higher than base trim

On average, 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring CVT listings are $4,602 (27%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Touring CVT {{trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,700

When new, the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium CVT trim added $6,700 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $3,123 (18%) higher than base trim

On average, 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium CVT listings are $3,123 (18%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.0XT Premium CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,600

When new, the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT trim added $6,600 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $3,580 (21%) higher than base trim

On average, 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT listings are $3,580 (21%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Limited CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $3,400

When new, the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT trim added $3,400 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $1,690 (10%) higher than base trim

On average, 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT listings are $1,690 (10%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $2,900

When new, the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual trim added $2,900 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $1,643 (10%) higher than base trim

On average, 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual listings are $1,643 (10%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium Manual trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $1,000

When new, the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT trim added $1,000 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $863 (5%) higher than base trim

On average, 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT listings are $863 (10%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Automatic CVT Transmission
  • Premium Wheels

The 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $0

When new, the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual trim added $0 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $0 (0%) higher than base trim

On average, 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual listings are $0 (0%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Manual trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Standard Features

2016 Subaru Forester trim level comparison table

2016 Subaru Forester trim levels Trim value (MSRP when new) Impact on used pricing: Features:
2.0XT Touring $11,400 $5,843 (42%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Touring $8,400 $4,942 (36%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.0XT Premium $6,800 $3,616 (26%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Limited $6,400 $3,496 (25%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium CVT $3,400 $2,387 (17%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium Manual $2,900 $1,302 (9%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i CVT $1,000 $827 (6%) more expensive Automatic CVT transmission
2.5i Manual $0 (base package) N/A - Base trim Standard features

The 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring trim level

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $11,400

When new, the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring trim added $11,400 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $5,843 (42%) higher than base trim

On average, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring listings are $5,843 (42%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring:

The following features are included in the 2.0XT Touring trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $8,400

When new, the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring trim added $8,400 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $4,942 (36%) higher than base trim

On average, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring listings are $4,942 (36%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Touring trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,800

When new, the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium trim added $6,800 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $3,616 (26%) higher than base trim

On average, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium listings are $3,616 (26%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium:

The following features are included in the 2.0XT Premium trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,400

When new, the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited trim added $6,400 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $3,496 (25%) higher than base trim

On average, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited listings are $3,496 (25%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Limited trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $3,400

When new, the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT trim added $3,400 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $2,387 (17%) higher than base trim

On average, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT listings are $2,387 (17%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $2,900

When new, the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual trim added $2,900 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $1,302 (9%) higher than base trim

On average, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual listings are $1,302 (9%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium Manual trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $1,000

When new, the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT trim added $1,000 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $827 (6%) higher than base trim

On average, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT listings are $827 (6%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Automatic CVT Transmission

The 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $0

When new, the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual trim added $0 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $0 (0%) higher than base trim

On average, 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual listings are $0 (0%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2016 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Manual trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Standard Features

2015 Subaru Forester trim level comparison table

2015 Subaru Forester trim levels Trim value (MSRP when new) Impact on used pricing: Features:
2.0XT Touring $10,900 $3,140 (23%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Touring $7,900 $2,313 (17%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Multi-Zone A/C, Premium Sound System, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.0XT Premium $6,300 $3,062 (22%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Limited $5,900 $1,291 (9%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Leather Seats, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium CVT $2,900 $428 (3%) more expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i Premium Manual $2,400 $223 (2%) less expensive Dual Moonroof, Heated Front Seats, Heated Mirrors, Premium Wheels, Sun Roof
2.5i CVT $1,000 $657 (5%) less expensive Automatic CVT transmission
2.5i Manual $0 (base package) N/A - Base trim Standard features

The 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $10,900

When new, the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring trim added $10,900 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $3,140 (23%) higher than base trim

On average, 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring listings are $3,140 (23%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring:

The following features are included in the 2.0XT Touring trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $7,900

When new, the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring trim added $7,900 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $2,313 (17%) higher than base trim

On average, 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring listings are $2,313 (17%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Touring:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Touring trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Multi-Zone A/C
  • Premium Sound System
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $6,300

When new, the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium trim added $6,300 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $3,062 (22%) higher than base trim

On average, 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium listings are $3,062 (22%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Premium:

The following features are included in the 2.0XT Premium trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $5,900

When new, the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited trim added $5,900 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $1,291 (9%) higher than base trim

On average, 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited listings are $1,291 (9%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Limited trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $2,900

When new, the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT trim added $2,900 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $428 (3%) higher than base trim

On average, 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT listings are $428 (3%) more expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $2,400

When new, the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual trim added $2,400 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $223 (2%) lower than base trim

On average, 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual listings are $223 (2%) less expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Premium Manual:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Premium Manual trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Dual Moonroof
  • Heated Front Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Premium Wheels
  • Sun Roof

The 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $1,000

When new, the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT trim added $1,000 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $657 (5%) lower than base trim

On average, 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT listings are $657 (5%) less expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i CVT:

The following features are included in the 2.5i CVT trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Automatic CVT Transmission

The 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual trim level: 

Pricing

Original trim price (MSRP): $0

When new, the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual trim added $0 to the original purchase price. 

Impact on used pricing: $0 (0%) higher than base trim

On average, 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual listings are $0 (0%) less expensive than base trim listings.

Features

Unique features for the 2015 Subaru Forester 2.5i Manual:

The following features are included in the 2.5i Manual trim level, but are not included in the base trim package. 

  • Standard Features

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