Auto loans: 2014 Subaru Forester
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.7 to 9.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. 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
- 0
- Combined
- 8.7 to 9.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2014 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.
2014 Subaru Forester specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.5L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas | Regular gas |
| City | 9.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 206 g/km | 223 g/km | 229 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.49 | $16.63 | $15.04 |
2014 Subaru Forester: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.0 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 31 | 27 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 27 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 32 | 30 | 29 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,500 | US$3,300 | US$2,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,698 | $3,326 | $3,008 |
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 2014 Subaru Forester
- NHTSA lists 2 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 403 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension (95), engine (69) and air bags (68). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V149000 | 2019-02-28 | exterior lighting:brake lights:switch | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Forester, 2008-2016 Impreza sedans, 2012-2016 Impreza station wagons, 2008-2014 WRX sedans (including STI), and 2013-2017 Crosstrek vehicles. Exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights... |
| 13V159000 | 2013-04-24 | equipment | Subaru is recalling certain model year 2014 Forester vehicles manufactured from January 2013 through March 2013. The backing for the carpeted floor mats was not manufactured to specification. As a result, the floor mats may curl when exposed to heat. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2014 Subaru Forester
No 2014 Subaru Forester is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page helps you judge the 2014 Subaru Forester before you buy one anywhere.
A buyer's checks
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Owners filed 403 complaints with NHTSA, most often about suspension, engine and air bags; have those parts checked. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
What the figures tell you
The 2.5L 4-cylinder is what moves it, with 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.
The combined figure, 8.7 L/100 km, means roughly 26 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, it costs about $13.49 to drive 100 km. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,500 a year for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Inside and out
Its SUV body gives a high seating position and an easy load height.
A longer test drive
Drive the Forester on your commute before you commit to it. A week with the Forester answers more than any brochure. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Picking a year and a trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. 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.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$2,500 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $134.90 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Ready to ask?
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
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 2014 Subaru Forester from us first.
Ask us about the 2014 Subaru Forester
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2014 Subaru Forester for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2014 Subaru Forester
Does CarmaCars sell the 2014 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 2014 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 2014 Subaru Forester have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2014 Subaru Forester cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,500 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2698.00.
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.