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    2019 Subaru Forester Base for sale

    None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.

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    Recalls
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    Subaru Forester of the 2014 to 2018 generation
    Photo: OSX, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of the Subaru Forester, not the exact year; not one of our cars

    For sale

    We do not have a 2019 Subaru Forester Base 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.

    2019 Subaru Forester Base specs

    2019 Subaru Forester Base powertrains
    Engine2.5L 4-cylinder
    DriveAll-wheel drive
    TransmissionAutomatic (CVT)
    FuelRegular gas
    City9.0 L/100 km
    Highway7.2 L/100 km
    Combined8.2 L/100 km
    CO₂193 g/km
    Cost to drive 100 km$12.71

    2019 Subaru Forester Base: every figure

    2019 Subaru Forester Base figures by powertrain
    Displacement2.5 L
    Cylinders4
    MPG city (US)26
    MPG highway (US)33
    MPG combined (US)29
    MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)35
    Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$2,300
    Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre)$2,542

    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 2019 Subaru Forester Base

    • NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
    • Owners filed 834 complaints with NHTSA, most often about visibility/wiper (370), unknown or other (144) and electrical system (135). Have those parts checked before you buy.
    2019 Subaru Forester Base recall campaigns
    CampaignDateComponentSummary
    21V2630002021-04-15suspension:rearSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.
    19V8560002019-12-02engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv)Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
    19V0650002019-02-06steering:electric power assist systemSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Forester and Crosstrek vehicles. A connector inside the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of electric power steering assistance.

    Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

    The 2019 Subaru Forester Base: before you buy

    We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2019 Subaru Forester Base for sale by us right now. This page puts the 2019 Subaru Forester Base in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.

    A buyer's checks

    Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.

    Under the hood

    It uses the 2.5L 4-cylinder and all-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.

    Combined fuel use is 8.2 L/100 km: about 25 litres for 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $12.71. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles.

    Practical details

    An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.

    Who the Forester suits

    It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.

    Rent it for a week first

    Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Try the Forester on your commute, then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.

    What it costs to run

    Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $127.10 at our price setting. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $12.71 in fuel.

    Which one to look for

    Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.

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    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 2019 Subaru Forester Base from us first.

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    Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2019 Subaru Forester Base for you and reply within one business day.

    Buying the 2019 Subaru Forester Base

    Does CarmaCars sell the 2019 Subaru Forester Base?

    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 2019 Subaru Forester Base 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 2019 Subaru Forester Base have recalls?

    NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.

    What does the 2019 Subaru Forester Base cost in fuel a year?

    EPA puts it at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2542.00.

    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.