Subaru Forester 2005

This generation of Subaru Forester has been produced from August, 2005 to March, 2008. We can provide information about 4 modifications of this generation. 2005 Subaru Forester comes with four wheel drive (4x4).

This Subaru is available with two petrol engines with displacement from 2.0 to 2.5 litres and power of from 158 to 230 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (2 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.

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Subaru Forester 2005 average fuel consumption in combined cycle is from 9.3 to 10.7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Subaru Forester 2005 version is Subaru Forester 2.0 X AWD, consuming 9.3 litres of petrol per 100km.
According to user reviews, Subaru Forester real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 7 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Subaru Forester modification.

Subaru Forester 2005 CO2 emissions are from 220 to 254 grams per kilometer. Subaru Forester version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Subaru Forester 2.0 X AWD, which produces 220 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6 seconds has Subaru Forester 2.5 XT AWD version, conversely the tardiest one is Subaru Forester 2.0 X AWD reaching this speed only in 11.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 216 km/h for the 2.5 petrol 230 hp version (Subaru Forester 2.5 XT AWD).

Lenght of Subaru Forester is 448 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Subaru Forester is about 8 cm longer than Toyota RAV4, but 4 cm shorter than Honda CR-V. Subaru Forester gross weight is from 1500 to 2000 kg (depending on modification), which is about 20 percent lighter than the average for this age and class. Subaru Forester trunk space is 387 litres.

This Subaru is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 3900 €. According to user reviews, average Subaru Forester repair costs are 150 € per year. Users calculated Subaru Forester 2005 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3300 € cost per year and 0.30 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 57%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 22% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Subaru Forester for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Subaru Forester prices and costs.

In user reviews Subaru Forester received average grade 9.2 (from 10), which is good rating, on average cars of this age are rated only 7.9. All authors of reviews would recommend Subaru Forester to the friend.

Subaru Forester modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Subaru Forester 2005 2.0 X AWD

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 158 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Subaru Forester 2005 2.0 X AWD

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 158 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Subaru Forester 2005 2.5 XT AWD

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds

2.5 Petrol 230 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Subaru Forester 2005 2.5 XT AWD

Most powerfull version (230 HP)

2.5 Petrol 230 HP 10.5 l/100km Automatic (4)

Subaru Forester prices

Subaru Forester 2005 - 2008 crossover price in Latvia is from 2000 € to 6000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Subaru Forester price is more below average - Subaru Forester is approximately for 40 percents cheaper then average crossovers of this age (compare crossovers 2005 - 2008 prices). Despite of relatively low price Subaru Forester quality is above average (see below), so this Subaru can be a good buy.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Subaru Forester 2008 price 4500 € 5500 € 6000 €
Subaru Forester 2006 price 2300 € 3100 € 3600 €
Subaru Forester 2005 price 2000 € 3100 € 4200 €

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Subaru Forester reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Subaru Forester reliability is entirely high. In the roadworthiness tests in 2015 defects were detected in an average of only 17.2 percent of Subaru Forester of this generation (on average 9 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 23.5%.

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Subaru Forester 2005 features (options)

Percentage of Subaru Forester with corresponding feature (option)

Conditioning
70%
Climate control
62%
Metallic paint
60%
Adjustable steering wheel
53%
Heated seats
50%
Cruise control
48%
Roof bars (railings)
40%
Xenon headlights
25%
Leather upholstery
13%
Rear parking sensors
11%

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Subaru Outback 2003 Subaru Outback 2003 has
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Toyota RAV4 2006 Toyota RAV4 2006 has
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Subaru Forester reviews

Total 16 Subaru Forester owner reviews

Subaru Forester 2008 Diesel 2.0 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2008 (new car) Owned for:140`000 kilometers (8 years)
Average fuel consumption: 7.3 litres per 100km (50% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 965 € (~ 120 € per year)
Total car rating:
8
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