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2016 Subaru Forester

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RAY P.
2016 Subaru Forester
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09/19/2025
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2016 Subaru Forester Limited

I researched for several months before ordering my Forester. I compared Outbacks to Foresters and relied on Consumer Report's analyses to determine the best vehicle to go in the snow and muck. I chose the Limited because it has Eyesight, Harman Kardon sound, Leather seats, Keyed ignition, Hand operated Emergency Break and CD player. I wanted to have the 2.5 Liter engine with no Turbo charger and the engine has not used a drop of oil in 73,000 miles. I'm constantly besieged by offers to upgrade but I prefer the security of a hand break in the event of a loss of hydraulic breaking ability, being able to insert the CD I want to listen to, the peace of mind that I've a better chance of my car being where I parked it if the key is in my pocket, as a keyless fob can be easily hacked and I don't have those discussing swollen lumps in my steering wheel! I've read reviews of new Foresters and the accounts of the improved suspension, I long to find a smoother ride over Salt Lake City's horrendously designed streets with the man hole covers being depressed 2 inches and in the tread line instead of the middle of the lane but until they put all of the good items I've enumerated into the new Foresters, I'll keep the one I have.
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Bob C.
2016 Subaru Forester
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04/25/2023
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Best car I’ve owned

Subarus are great great great great great and great awesome amazing awesome amazing great awesome great great awesome great amazing great awesome great awesome excellent amazing great awesome amazing great great
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Bob M.
2016 Subaru Forester
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10/06/2022
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Very comfortable dependable vehicle

Purchased my Subaru Forester new. I like the ease of getting in and out of the car. My previous car was an Accord which was great but not that comfortable for a tall person. This vehicle has been a great purchase. It is versatile and dependable.
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JOE E.
2016 Subaru Forester
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07/12/2022
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Quite good.

Great performance, love that turbo!
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JOE E.
2016 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
06/21/2022
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Great car, poor service!

Great performance
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CLAUDIA B.
2016 Subaru Forester
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04/15/2022
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Love my car

Great car only complaint is rear break lights go out either on left or right every 3 to 4 months which is rather too oftain.. otherwise it is easy to drive with enough bells and whistles to keep me satisfied.
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JAMES G.
2016 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
08/21/2021
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wonderful car

This was one of the last years that they had the option of a turbo charger. You might get a little less fuel economy but it is worth it. The car performs flawlessly and is a lot of fun to drive.
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GREG G.
2016 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
05/30/2021
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Simply the Best

Our Forester has been the best car we've ever owned. Couldn't be happier. Will buy a new one when the time is right. Great trade in price.
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Laurel S.
2016 Subaru Forester
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03/22/2021
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2016 Subaru Forester 6 speed manual transmission

Overall a solid, good looking, fun to drive car. Time will tell if it’s as reliable as my old Honda, but so far it’s been great. Forester is comfortable, quiet, and fun to drive with the manual transmission.
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BIEN A.
2016 Subaru Forester
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02/25/2021
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Great sporty crossover

Great size, very functional, AWD does great on snow and dirt, even with stock tires. 2.0 Turbo has plenty of power,80+K with no major issues. Easy access, doors open wide, panoramic sunroof provides plenty of natural light.
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KAREN F.
2016 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
12/30/2020
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Safe Reliable Vehicle.

I love my Forester! I love driving it and that I am able to bring along my 2 Cairn Terriers in their car seats. I also love that in the spring time I'm able to use my Forester to carry bags of mulch, bark, and plants in the back with the ability to lower down the back seats to create more room for these items. Took a road trip to Sun Valley in 2019 and it was great road trip. Comfortable to drive for me and comfort for mu passenger. This will most likely will be the last vehicle I will own. My BF says it fits me to a tee!
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THOMAS W.
2016 Subaru Forester
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12/17/2020
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Reliable, fuel=efficient, and affordable

Pros and Cons below mostly sum it up. I was not after a luxurious, car-like driving experience so I wasn’t disappointed. That said, I’d be a little happier if the handling and braking were better than mediocre, but they’re not. Maybe worse, actually. It’s a bit underpowered, but given the handling and braking, that’s probably for the best! Having the manual transmission helps and makes it more enjoyable for a driving enthusiast. Gets great mpg, especially for an SUV. Light towing capacity (1500) and the fairly generous cargo space is somewhat compromised by rear seats that don’t quite fold all the way flat. Road/wind/engine noise are fine around town but grow tiresome on a long trip.
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CONNIE G.
2016 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
11/23/2020
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GOOD CAR

Many good things; a few not so great
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MARK M.
2016 Subaru Forester
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10/25/2020
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Battery

Sold with less than standard battery.
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VIRGINIA C.
2016 Subaru Forester
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07/23/2020
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My Forrester

It has been a great car, nice handling for winter weather. AC has not been functioning as of late and $169 to check it out is outrageous price?. I wish I had leather seats! My biggest complaint is the comfort of the seat, not good for long travel. My 2010 Traverse had the best and most comfortable seat, better than my subaru
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MICHAEL M.
2016 Subaru Forester
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05/06/2020
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My Favorite Car Ever

I purchased this barely used in 2016 with 16K miles on it. This is my first Subie. I wanted the Forester because it has a more upright seating position for an old fella like me. I LOVE this car. I live in the mountains of north Idaho at the end of a steep one mile private road. Deep snow? Hah! No problem. It has gone through stuff that would have stranded by 4WD Diesel Pickup. It is peppy, handles well, and gets excellent fuel mileage. IF I ever wear it out (doubtful) I'll get another one.
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Joe P.
2016 Subaru Forester
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04/01/2020
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Our Subaru Forrester

It’s a nice vehicle... I do not like the speakers. I hate the clock...it’s extremely hard to change the time and I hate the screen...it’s tough to read during daylight-hours. Doors are light so they feel a little tinny. Road noise bothers me. Not a quiet interior.
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Micah P.
2016 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
04/01/2020
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My Forrester

Best car I've ever had. Great maintenance at Bob Moore in Edmond. The Starlink and my Subaru applications are fantastic. So easy to make your appointments and keep up with service schedule. Great running!
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SUNNE P.
2016 Subaru Forester
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02/22/2020
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Forester

I enjoy this Forester even more than my others as it is wider and taller. It has leather seats and a sunroof which I really enjoy. Love the design and the tremendous visibility.10
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LOUIS M.
2016 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
12/22/2019
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Love my Forester

I really do love my Subaru Forester. Reliable, hearty, and great in snow and bad weather. I feel safe in it. This is my second Forester. I had my first one for 14 years and 140,000 miles. I was sorry to part with it, but it was time. I expect to get the same use out of the new one.
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