2012 Subaru Forester 2.5 x 4Dr SUV
Fuel: 21 mpg city / 27 mpg hwyMSRP: $20,595
The 2012 Subaru Forester is available in several trims including Base, Premium, Limited and Touring. Updates for this model year include a new standard height-adjustable passenger front seat and a new optional navigation system. The standard engine is a 177 horsepower 2.5L four-cylinder Boxer DOHC engine while the XT models receive a turbocharged version of the 2.5L engine that produces 224 horsepower and 226 lb-ft of torque. The top-of-the-line Touring model features such standard amenities as high intensity discharge headlamps, integrated turn signal mirrors, silver-finish roof rails, one-touch folding rear seats, and dual automatic climate control.
| Select Trim Options: | Subaru |
Forester |
2012 |
2.5 x 4Dr SUV |
5 Year Cost of Ownership
2.5 x 4Dr SUV 5 Year Ownership Costs
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | 5 Year Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depreciation | $2,634 | $2,063 | $1,867 | $1,763 | $1,493 | $9,820 |
| Financing | $652 | $522 | $380 | $234 | $84 | $1,872 |
| Insurance | $1,317 | $1,317 | $1,317 | $1,317 | $1,317 | $6,585 |
| State Fees | $119 | $85 | $84 | $77 | $76 | $441 |
| Fuel | $2,063 | $2,182 | $2,309 | $2,443 | $2,584 | $11,581 |
| Maintenance | $101 | $244 | $518 | $723 | $477 | $2,063 |
| Repairs | $0 | $0 | $92 | $199 | $404 | $695 |
| Ownership Costs | $6,886 | $6,413 | $6,567 | $6,756 | $6,435 | $33,057 |
Vehicle Class:
Compact Crossover/Wagon
5 Year Cost of Similar Vehicles:
$33,847
Difference:
-$790
Hybrid/Alternate Fuel Tax Credit:
$0
Value Rating This Vehicle:
Above Average
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