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2014 Subaru Forester

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Julian T.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/13/2024
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Navigation died. Drinks oil.

Less than a year after I got it the navigation stopped working. Subaru wanted $150 for a new SDI card to replace the one that had "expired". For that money I bought a Garmin with lifetime updates on black Friday. Now the car consumes 2 quarts of oil in between 5,000 mile oil changes. I've been told it's something about "undersized piston rings." Car will probably last another 100k miles, but when it starts needing a third quart between changes, that's it.
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Joe M.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
07/26/2024
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A tough little SUV

The forester is one tough little SUV. With winter tires, you can go anywhere no matter what the road conditions it’s got good clearance. It has had a couple of issues, including a problem with the timing belt cover seal. Instead of a gasket, it has a manually applied seal, which leaked and was an expensive fix. It’s also not up to significant hauling as I replace both back bearings before 80000 miles
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BARBARA R.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/19/2024
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Driving as good as when it was new.
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BETSEY L.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
03/15/2024
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Great engines; the rest of the car leaves something to be desired.

Purchased my 2014 Subaru Forester with 20,000 miles on the odometer. Being a previous Subaru owner I expected the same reliability and dependability. Unfortunately this was not the case. All the wheel bearings started going out before 50,000 miles. To their credit, and because the car was till under warranty, these were replaced. This was alarming for me so I started digging for information and learned Subaru was buying parts from third-party suppliers. In this instance the wheel bearings were coming out of China. Did some more digging and learned a great number of their parts are no longer manufactured by Subaru. Now I'm slightly out of warranty and the A/C stopped working and the wheel bearings are starting to go again. I'm middle of the road in my opinion about Subaru's. I love the safety ratings and what the company as a whole stands for (environmental issues, community support, and the ASPCA). I am less comfortable purchasing another Subaru after my experiences with my 2014 Forester.
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Jerrin R.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
01/17/2024
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Overall good but horrible seats and bluetooth

Love the car but it takes a toll on your back during long journeys. Doesn't have the best suspension which is OK as it makes up on reliability. Engine burns a ton of oil even after getting shirt block replaced so have 2 quarts of oil budgeted for refills between oil changes because the engine burns through the stuff... Bluetooth disconnects on random but if you're driving a stick you can theoretically throw the car into neutral and rev match back when it turns back on provided road conditions are safe to do so while moving... Not recommended for sure if you don't known what you're doing but overall she's a nice car. Had to replace the clutch around 94k miles, passenger power window failed around 95k miles and 9+ years, had to replace one of the windshield fluid pipe branches things that failed a few years ago and I can't think of much else that went wrong with the car
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JOHN D.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
11/15/2023
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2014=Subaru Forester

I bought my Forester new and it’s been a pleasure to drive and really gets around in snow ❄️ A very safe vehicle 🚗
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SUSAN D.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
10/16/2023
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Never buy during a redesign year

Not just my opinion; it’s shared by many others. And a car rating site said the 2014 Forester was the worst in that design cycle. Too many recalls. Overdesigned and underperforms. Repairs are really expensive due to bad design choices (e.g., placement of spark plugs).
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JOHN H.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/16/2023
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Reliable vehicle!

Great car and has gotten us thru winters in Montana!
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Jim K.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
08/20/2022
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Roomy despite its size.

I bought this vehicle for fuel efficiency (4 liter engine) and interior capacity. It is not a luxury ride (other models or trim packages can accommodate that) but it is serving its purpose, well on its way to 200K miles! The interior space allows handling of bigger, boxier items that won't fit into comparable SUVs by other manufacturers. I needed a dependable, fuel efficient vehicle with adequate interior space for many miles on the road, both personally and professionally. This Forester gives me all that I bought it for and has needed only occasional repairs.
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Sandy S.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
08/19/2022
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Best car, ever!

Just love my Forester. It is comfy, reliable and easy to get in/out of the car. I have not had any issues with this vehicle except for new lightbulbs. There was a recall and was fixed immediately. Everyone should have a Forester!
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Eric N.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
08/06/2022
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Lots of problems

Bought the car used with 35,000 miles, battery died on the test drive, dealership replaced battery. 45,000 miles AC went out, 65,000 miles will bearing went out, 80,000 miles the other wheel bearing went out. 95,000 miles engine ran horribly sensor failure Subaru dealership took two weeks to fix the problem. 107,000 miles suspension bushings and ball joints bad and another sensor failure local shop fixed. To me this car is not very reliable when it runs it runs fine. It’s been on lots of trips and performed good that’s about all I can say for this car
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SANGAMNATH M.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/27/2021
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Excellent Small SUV

Love my Forester. Have enjoyed driving it for 8 Years.
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John P. M.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
06/13/2021
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Very depenable but...

Subarus burn oil. There is no other way to word it. Not too much but you'll need to add a quart between oil changes so you have to be on it. We keep a new quart in the car. Great car otherwise. Great visibility when driving. Awesome in snow.
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BRIAN Z.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
06/08/2021
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It’s a love hate kinda thing

Like I said, I love driving the car but I hate how much work I’ve had to put into it. Fun factor is a ten, roominess in the seating area is a ten, EyeSight is incredible with cruse control as is the push button start and proximity unlock key fob. Really love the power too. However, I’ve had to replace the transmission (under warranty), control arm bushings, (now needing it for the second time), chased down and repaired several oil leaks, and now I need to replace the rear main seal! The car has 128,xxx miles on it. Fun while it lasted that’s why it gets three stars. Now it’s time to sell it before the turbo or whole motor goes out.
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Marilyn M.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/25/2021
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Satisfied with vehicle

I bought my Subaru from a friend and had a complete record of the service history for the vehicle prior to my ownership. Prior to my purchase the car was serviced exclusively at a Subaru Dealer. Taking the car to a dealership would be inconvenient for me and as long as I continue to be satisfied with the service I receive at your business I will be having my car serviced there.
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CINDY O.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
03/16/2021
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2014 Subaru Forester

I have the touring model and have enjoyed driving it. I live out in the country, so we have more snow and ice and have never had a problem negotiating the roads. With all the features on this car that can be used when weather and roads are challenging, it is a wonderful choice.
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CATHERINE P.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/20/2021
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Subaru Forrester

Subaru ForresterI love it always have loved Subaru’s.
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Bob J.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/27/2021
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Forester

Great vehicle to drive. This is our second Subaru. Our first Subaru was a1995 Legacy. We drove that vehicle for 325,000 and still enjoy driving it when we sold it. Great car! Hated to let it go but didn’t need three vehicles.
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Gary H.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/14/2021
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2014 Subaru Forester

Good solid driving and dependable car, but with some downsides. The vehicle requires a valve adjustment at about 100k. We all know our cars last much longer than that. To accomplish this job on this vehicle, the engine MUST BE REMOVED. It can't be done in a normal shop. You're in for a WHOLE TON of MONEY to have this done, and to have the factory do it? Roll up your sleeve and get ready for the blood draw.
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Mike A.
2014 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/28/2020
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Good car

The car is great. We bought an extended warranty, good thing, the engine had to be replaced at 25000 miles then the air conditioning. Beware of the cost of maintenance at the dealership. I heard they don't make any money at the sale so they have to make it up with the maintenance. Find a good local repair shop. You'll save a lot of money.
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