Beige 2021 Subaru Forester Limited for sale in Mapleton

Thinking of buying the 2021 Subaru Forester Limited?

CarmaCars rents cars; this page helps you judge the 2021 Subaru Forester Limited before you buy one elsewhere. Before buying the 2021 Subaru Forester Limited, read what the figures say and how to try one first.

What to check on the Forester

NHTSA has 210 owner complaints on file, mostly about visibility/wiper, unknown or other and electrical system. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.

Engine and fuel

Power comes from the 2.5L 4-cylinder, driving through an automatic (CVT). 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.

It is rated 8.2 L/100 km combined: about 25 litres every 300 km. In money, 1,000 km costs about $127.10 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.

Practical details

As a compact SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.

When the Forester makes sense

It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. Its all-wheel drive suits winter roads and trips to ski country.

Drive it on your own roads

Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent the Forester for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.

What it costs to run

A 1,000 km month costs roughly $127.10 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.

Which one to look for

A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.

A note on Mapleton

CarmaCars works from Toronto, about 2,634 km from Mapleton, and delivers on request. If you need it in Mapleton itself, send a request and we will tell you honestly whether we can help.

Ready when you are

A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.