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2010 Subaru Forester

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TROY E.
2010 Subaru Forester
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
09/14/2019
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Don't fall for the hype

All of the commercials talk about Subaru reliability. This car has been one mechanical problem after another. I have done a lot of reading online and I have discovered that these major mechanical failures are fairly common in Subaru. 2 years ago I had to have leaky head gaskets replaced. This summer my transmission went out. Those were 2 very expensive repairs. My car has 160000 miles on it. I expect better and get it from my other car, a Toyota. 240,000 miles and no major mechanical issues. This is my 2nd and last Subaru. Do the research before buying.
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John V.
2010 Subaru Forester
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12/30/2020
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Disappointing

Head gasket, heat shields, rack and pinion steering and much more has gone wrong. Definitely my last one. Love is what makes a Subaru a Subaru?? Personally i prefer solid engineering and a little reliability.
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STEVE P.
2010 Subaru Forester
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
07/23/2016

Not much improvement in 10 years

I owned a 2001 Forester before buying my 2010. DISAPPOINTED. It gets poorer mpg than my '01. Cheap construction of interior. Like most vehicles, since I am only 5'3" tall the seat and head rest are not comfortable.
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Margaret (Meg) Kevin T.
2010 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
09/18/2019
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Sub par subaru

The amount of money spent to maintain the vehicle is out of the ordinary. Brakes are too delicate, the other parts do not appear to hold up well after 9 years. The seats are not very comfortable, interior seems to be cheaply made. It has been good in the snow.
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Frank B.
2010 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
10/28/2019
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The little things

The car is good but the little things will bug you ! Like the drivers sun visor broke and falls down , the seat belt fastened can’t be reached because the washer came off the belt and the clasp falls all the way down to the floor so the little things !
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Phillip B.
2010 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
10/13/2020
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I love my little Forester almost all of the time.

I love my little Forester most of the time. It is fun to drive and is dependable much of the time. I have had more problems with it that all the Nissan cars and trucks before I chose to switch. I have had a lot of problems with the coil, spark plug wires and spark plugs. Because I have gone through two coils, a set of plugs and plug wires the Catalytic converter had to be replaced at around 50K and now at 80K it needs to be replaced again because of the second coil going down. When it is time to trade again I am thinking about going back to Nissan but I would really miss the Forester when it is running well. It is sad that I have to give up my Forester because I can't trust it.
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dorothy k.
2010 Subaru Forester
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
08/05/2015

2010 Subaru Forester

I love this car. It is almost a throwback to the 'station wagons' of old. In fact, my Indiana registration lists it as a 'station wagon.' I like it's size (considered a small SUV) and all the many big windows which give me a great view of the road. Ample window area is a must for me. The mileage is fair, but I understand the newer models get better mileage. I've only replaced the 'normal' things on this car such as tires and brakes. I'll drive it as long as I can since I love it. Only drawback is that it only seats 4...very comfortably I will add...but sometimes I need to get 5 adults in the car so someone else has to drive.
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Antonio V.
2010 Subaru Forester
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08/13/2015

Very good style and dependable

Excellent car and very well built
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Sue K.
2010 Subaru Forester
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/03/2016

Subaru Forester 2010

Love the interior space and how the back seats lie down flat when I want lots of rear space to carry gear. A bit "Tipsy" - only word I can find to describe how it feels when turning corners on state highways, but this keeps my speed in check I guess!
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BETH H.
2010 Subaru Forester
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/20/2016

2011 Forester

I love it. I feel very safe in this car
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Dave and Carolyn B.
2010 Subaru Forester
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
06/10/2016

Great SUV

I love my Forester. Dependable, comfortable ride and plenty of room for what I need. Next time I buy one I would not get a turbo as it uses premium gas.
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CANDACE L.
2010 Subaru Forester
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05/27/2017

Candace's cute Forester

I like it, its fun and reliablle. But the visibilty from inside is blocked by all the wide posts, a bit tricky. Also, and this was my bad, i think im ready to give up on stick shift!
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Barbara S.
2010 Subaru Forester
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
06/03/2017

Forester is roomy and comfortable.

My Forester handled very nice on the wet roads on the high mountain curves. Love the extra room in back.
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DAVID S.
2010 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
11/15/2017
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Great vehicle!

A very reliable, & trouble-free vehicle.
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Stan S.
2010 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
12/01/2017
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2010 Subaru Forester

I bought this car in 2012 right after my 2003 Subaru Outback was totaled in an accident. Overall, the Forester is an exceptional car; easy to drive and easy to own. I wish it had more power especially climbing hills and entering freeways. Also, it should consume less gas, especially during freeway driving.
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SUSAN P.
2010 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
01/15/2018
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Forester review

I have always enjoyed driving a subaru though this is my first forester. Great except for the lack power when trying to accelerate quickly. Don't know if it's the smaller engine or just mine because it's used
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TIEN CHIEN C.
2010 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
05/17/2018
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Forest

Very easy to drive especially when take turn.
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Neil M.
2010 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
09/16/2020
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My second Forester.

Consistent ride and performance. This car just keeps on going. 10 years old and close to 100000 miles. I’d be over the moon if the gas consumption was a little better. But it is AWD all the time. No problems.
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CATHLEEN R.
2010 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
03/10/2021
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Almost totally hapoy

I bought my first Forrester in 2000 because of its weight all wheel drive feature and safety rating. I drove many miles on very curvy road. In harsh winter conditions. It handled well in all the weather conditions I faced. We bought my 2nd Forrester in 2010. I am enjoying all the same features. However, it uses, not leaks, but uses oil. I have to constantly check it and feed it. I've heard that they still tend to do that. If we have to buy another car, I'm not sure if will be a Subaru, unless the oil problem changes.
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Grace C.
2010 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
03/18/2021
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Work Horse.

It's a very serviceable vehicle. It's not the race-y eye catcher my Sellica was but it works. However, I've tried to get into some other people's Foresters since there are so many others just like mine. I'd say they were and are very popular.
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