Auto loans: red 2021 Subaru Forester Touring in Java

Thinking of buying the 2021 Subaru Forester Touring?

We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2021 Subaru Forester Touring for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before buying the 2021 Subaru Forester Touring, read what the figures say and how to try one first.

Before you sign for the Forester

NHTSA has 210 owner complaints on file, mostly about visibility/wiper, unknown or other and electrical system. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.

The figures, translated

The 2.5L 4-cylinder does the work, 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.

Fuel use is rated 8.2 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 25 litres. That works out to about $12.71 per 100 km at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles.

Best uses

It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits winter trips and weekends with more gear than people.

How big it is

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

Drive it on your own roads

Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. If the Forester is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.

Picking a year and a trim

Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.

The cost of driving it

A 1,000 km month costs roughly $127.10 at our price setting. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. The EPA estimates US$2,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Renting for Java

Java is about 1,474 km from Toronto, outside our delivery area. We rent from Toronto only. If your trip to Java starts in the Toronto area, rent the car here.

Your move

Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.