2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i

  • Used
List Price
$17,985
Tri-City Subaru Discount
-$1,285
Dealer Administration Fee
$699
Market Value Pricing*
$17,399
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    The overview

    Exterior Color
    Venetian Red Pearl
    Interior Color
    Gray
    Odometer
    81,238 miles
    Body/Seating
    SUV/5 seats
    Seats
    5 seats
    Fuel Economy
    26/32 MPG City/Hwy
    Transmission
    Lineartronic CVT
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Engine
    2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V VVT
    VIN
    JF2SJABC3JH501522
    Stock Number
    TS5360B

      The highlights

      • Emergency communication system
      • Wireless phone connectivity
      • Exterior parking camera rear
      • Split folding rear seat
      • Remote keyless entry
      • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
      • Rear window wiper
      • Security system
      • 1-touch down
      • 1-touch up
      • Air conditioning
      • Driver door bin
      • Driver vanity mirror
      • Emergency communication system: STARLINK
      • Front beverage holders
      • Illuminated entry
      • Overhead console
      • Passenger door bin
      • Passenger vanity mirror
      • Power windows
      • Rear beverage holders
      • Rear door bins
      • Remote keyless entry
      • Speed control
      • Telescoping steering wheel
      • Tilt steering wheel
      • Four wheel independent suspension
      • Front anti-roll bar
      • Front tires: 225/60HR17.0
      • Power steering
      • Rear anti-roll bar
      • Rear tires: 225/60HR17.0
      • Wheel size: 17"
      • 1st row LCD monitors: 2
      • AM/FM radio
      • CD player
      • CD-MP3 decoder
      • Primary LCD size: 6.2"
      • Radio data system
      • Smart device integration: STARLINK
      • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
      • Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
      • Front center armrest
      • Front seats: bucket
      • Max seating capacity: 5
      • Rear seats: bench
      • Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
      • Split folding rear seat
      • Compressor: Not Available
      • Cylinder configuration: H-4
      • Drive type: all-wheel
      • Engine liters: 2.5
      • Engine location: front
      • Fuel economy city: 26mpg
      • Fuel economy combined: 28mpg
      • Fuel economy highway: 32mpg
      • Fuel tank capacity: 15.9gal.
      • Horsepower: 170hp @ 5,800RPM
      • Number of valves: 16
      • Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
      • Sequential multi-point fuel injection
      • Torque: 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
      • Transmission: continuously variable automatic
      • Variable valve control
      • Approach angle: 23 deg
      • Departure angle: 25 deg
      • Ground clearance (min): 221mm (8.7")
      • Ramp breakover angle: 21 deg
      • Bumpers: body-color
      • Cargo: liftgate
      • Power door mirrors
      • Compression ratio: 10.00 to 1
      • Engine bore x stroke: 94.0mm x 89.9mm (3.70" x 3.54")
      • Engine displacement: 2.5 L
      • Engine horsepower: 170hp @ 5,800RPM
      • Engine torque: 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
      • Exterior body width: 1,796mm (70.7")
      • Exterior height: 1,687mm (66.4")
      • Exterior length: 4,610mm (181.5")
      • Front headroom: 1,052mm (41.4")
      • Front hiproom: 1,369mm (53.9")
      • Front legroom: 1,092mm (43.0")
      • Front shoulder room: 1,448mm (57.0")
      • GVWR: 2,032kg (4,480lbs)
      • Interior cargo volume: 974 L (34 cu.ft.)
      • Interior maximum cargo volume: 2,115 L (75 cu.ft.)
      • Passenger volume: 3,067L (108.3 cu.ft.)
      • Rear headroom: 1,011mm (39.8")
      • Rear hiproom: 1,346mm (53.0")
      • Rear legroom: 965mm (38.0")
      • Rear shoulder room: 1,435mm (56.5")
      • Towing capacity: 680kg (1,500lbs)
      • Turning radius: 5.3m (17.4')
      • Wheelbase: 2,639mm (103.9")
      • Appearance: digital/analog
      • Exterior parking camera rear
      • Front reading lights
      • Low tire pressure warning
      • Outside temperature display
      • Rear window defroster
      • Rear window wiper
      • Tachometer
      • Trip computer
      • Variably intermittent wipers
      • 4 wheel disc brakes
      • ABS brakes
      • Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
      • Brake assist
      • Dual front impact airbags
      • Dual front side impact airbags
      • Electronic stability
      • Ignition disable
      • Knee airbag
      • Occupant sensing airbag
      • Overhead airbag
      • Panic alarm
      • Security system
      • Traction control
      This 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i is a capable and well-equipped compact SUV ready to meet your everyday driving needs with reliability and practicality.

      - Alloy Wheel Package with 17" Black Machine Finish wheels
      - Subaru Starlink 6.2" Multimedia System with CD player
      - Exterior Parking Camera with Rear view capability
      - Remote keyless entry with illuminated driver's power window master switch
      - STARLINK Emergency communication system
      - Power door mirrors with automatic up and down windows
      - Steering wheel mounted audio controls and speed control
      - Split folding rear seat for flexible cargo space
      - Black Finish Roof Rails for added utility
      - Telescoping and tilt steering wheel
      - Four-wheel independent suspension
      - Electronic Stability Control and traction control
      - Brake assist with four-wheel disc ABS brakes
      - Comprehensive airbag safety system including dual front and side impact airbags

      This Forester delivers a balanced driving experience with its 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with a Lineartronic CVT transmission and standard all-wheel drive. The combination achieves an estimated 26 miles per gallon in city driving and 32 on the highway, offering reasonable efficiency for an SUV in this class. You'll appreciate the responsive handling that comes from the four-wheel independent suspension and the traction control system, giving you confidence in various driving conditions.

      The interior provides comfortable seating with front bucket seats and a center armrest, while the split folding rear seat adapts to your cargo requirements. The Subaru Starlink 6.2" multimedia system keeps you connected with intuitive controls accessible from the steering wheel, and the inclusion of a CD player preserves compatibility with your music collection. Climate control is managed through the air conditioning system and rear window defroster, ensuring comfort year-round.

      Safety features are comprehensive, including dual front and side impact airbags, knee airbags, and overhead airbags working in concert with Electronic Stability Control and ABS braking. The low tire pressure warning system and emergency communication through STARLINK add peace of mind. The exterior parking camera provides visibility when backing into tight spaces.

      Practical details matter in this vehicle. The power windows, power steering, and illuminated entry make daily operation convenient. The trip computer and outside temperature display provide useful driving information, while the rear window wiper and variably intermittent front wipers handle weather challenges effectively.

      This Red 2018 Forester represents a straightforward choice for buyers seeking a dependable all-wheel-drive SUV with useful features and solid construction. Whether navigating city streets or weekend getaways, this vehicle is engineered to handle both with capable performance and room for your lifestyle.

      KBB.com Consumer Reviews

      Kelley Blue Book Logo4.2out of 5 overall
      • 5.0

        Great site

        by scooter on 5/7/2026 1:13:37 AM

        Easy to get the value for your vehicle, minimal distractions, easy to enter other vehicles. The only hassle was adding extra words and email to this review.
      • 4.0

        I like it

        by Mark on 11/27/2025 4:22:54 PM

        Bought my 2016 Forester new and got about $4k off the sticker price. I maintain it very well and do the work myself. I’ve had to replace the shift safety interlock mechanism at around 80k miles, due to occasionally being unable remove the key from the ignition; replaced rear wheel hub at 130k miles; replaced infotainment head (radio) at about 100k miles. Biggest disappointment is the mediocre a/c that doesn’t blow very cold when it is really hot outside. It’s a very easy car to work on and maintain. New cars today are way overpriced, and I dislike the over abundance of angst inducing “safety” features so I’m going to keep my Forester and swap out the engine and trans. with salvage yard replacements when my engine and trans. give up the ghost.
      • 4.0

        Mostly enjoyed it until the computer began failing

        by rbinsc on 11/10/2025 10:09:28 PM

        Bought my "Pearl" '17 Subaru Forester used in 2020 or 21. The best things about it, hands down, were the great visibility from the big windows, high safety rating, ground clearance and rear passenger legroom + cargo space. It got decent gas mileage for mostly in-town driving. On the highway it had lousy road noise, so backseat passengers can't follow a conversation happening in front. I would have kept it until the wheels fell off, but the onboard computer started going haywire and the replacement cost was hefty for an 8 yo vehicle. Aside from road noise, my main complaints were the awful infotainment interface and tiny (useless) backup camera screen. So last November I decided to upgrade to the quieter, hybrid '21 Toyota Venza.

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