Car financing: 2015 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 9.6 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 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 9.6 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2015 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.
2015 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 | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.6 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 206 g/km | 223 g/km | 226 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.49 | $16.63 | $14.88 |
2015 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 | 25 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 32 | 30 | 30 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,500 | US$3,300 | US$2,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,698 | $3,326 | $2,976 |
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 2015 Subaru Forester
- 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 615 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (131), air bags (114) and power train (95). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V701000 | 2019-10-03 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the Occupant Detection System (ODS) may loosen. |
| 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... |
| 16V162000 | 2016-03-21 | engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 WRX vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 21, 2015, and Forester 2.0XT vehicles manufactured April 10, 2015, to October 20, 2015. The turbocharger air intake duct may crack and possibly result in an engine stall. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2015 Subaru Forester for buyers
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2015 Subaru Forester for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. 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 puts the 2015 Subaru Forester in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
Owners filed 615 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, air bags and power train; have those parts checked. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
Under the hood
It is powered by the 2.5L 4-cylinder, with all-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
It is rated 8.7 L/100 km combined: about 26 litres every 300 km. Driving 300 km costs roughly $40.47 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,500 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
When the Forester makes sense
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Inside and out
As a compact SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
A longer test drive
A week with the Forester answers more than any brochure. Rent the Forester for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Try the Forester on your commute, then decide.
Picking a year and a trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. 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.
What it costs to run
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$2,500 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $13.49 in fuel.
Questions first?
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with 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 2015 Subaru Forester from us first.
Ask us about the 2015 Subaru Forester
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2015 Subaru Forester for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2015 Subaru Forester
Does CarmaCars sell the 2015 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 2015 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 2015 Subaru Forester have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2015 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.