Auto loans: 2005 Subaru Forester
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.2 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
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- Combined
- 10.2 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2005 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2005 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 | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 240 g/km | 251 g/km | 291 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.81 | $16.59 | $21.70 | $21.70 |
2005 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 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 26 | 22 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 22 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 26 | 23 | 23 |
| 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$2,900 | US$3,050 | US$4,350 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,162 | $3,318 | $4,340 | $4,340 |
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 2005 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 93 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension (21), vehicle speed control (17) and fuel/propulsion system (14). 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.
The 2005 Subaru Forester: before you buy
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2005 Subaru Forester for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page helps you judge the 2005 Subaru Forester before you buy one anywhere.
A buyer's checks
Owners filed 93 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension, vehicle speed control and fuel/propulsion system; have those parts checked. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Specs, explained
The 2.5L 4-cylinder is what moves it, 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.
By the EPA's combined rating of 10.2 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 31 litres. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $158.10. The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
Its all-wheel drive suits winter roads and trips to ski country. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
What the Forester is like
Being an SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well. The EPA lists 878 litres for luggage, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Drive it on your own roads
If the Forester is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Choosing the right one
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Running costs
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $158.10 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Let us know
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
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 2005 Subaru Forester from us first.
Ask us about the 2005 Subaru Forester
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2005 Subaru Forester for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2005 Subaru Forester
Does CarmaCars sell the 2005 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 2005 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 2005 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 2005 Subaru Forester cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3162.00.
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.