2008 Subaru Forester for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.7 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.7 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2008 Subaru Forester for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2008 Subaru Forester specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.5L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.0 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 251 g/km | 263 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.59 | $16.59 | $19.60 | $20.65 |
2008 Subaru Forester: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 27 | 25 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 878 L (31 cu ft) | 878 L (31 cu ft) | 878 L (31 cu ft) | 878 L (31 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,050 | US$3,900 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,318 | $3,318 | $3,920 | $4,130 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Subaru Forester
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 50 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension (11), engine (7) and air bags (6). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V464000 | 2011-09-06 | suspension:front:control arm:lower arm | SUBARU IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002-2007 IMPREZA, MODEL YEAR 2003-2008 FORESTER, AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 SAAB 9-2X VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 5, 2000 THROUGH NOVEMBER 26, 2007 ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, MASSACHUSETTS, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, PENNSYLVANIA,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2008 Subaru Forester
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2008 Subaru Forester for sale by us right now. This page puts the 2008 Subaru Forester in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
What to check on the Forester
There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
What the figures tell you
It runs the 2.5L 4-cylinder, with all-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
Fuel use is rated 10.7 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 32 litres. In money, 1,000 km costs about $165.90 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
The Forester in everyday use
Its SUV body gives a high seating position and an easy load height. Its 878 litre trunk is enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Try before you buy
Try the Forester on your commute, then decide. Rent the Forester first, and buy only if it fits your life. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Picking a year and a trim
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
The cost of driving it
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$3,050 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Talk to a person
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2008 Subaru Forester from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Subaru Forester for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Subaru Forester
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 Subaru Forester?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 Subaru Forester before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2008 Subaru Forester have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 Subaru Forester cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3318.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.