I have a 2017 Subaru Forester 2.5i, naturally aspirated, has about 160,000 miles, no oil consumption, no breakdowns, I love the way it drives, when it rains I feel very safe because of its AWD. I have changed the oil in the transmission twice, as well as the differentials, changed the spark plugs, cleaned and changed the injector filter, battery, AC belt, really just simple maintenance. I drive 500 km a week and the vehicle is perfect. I recommend it 100%.
@redmusichouse3 жыл бұрын
The best looking generation of Forester in my opinion. The lines are clean and not over styled - should stand the test of time.
@Kobryner12 жыл бұрын
After driving Subaru Forester XT over 130.000kms all I can say is: by far the most reliable car I ever had during my almost 50 years behind the wheel. And no problems with excessive oil consumption which is changed regularly every 15.000kms...
@S-u-r-e-n7 ай бұрын
Which year XT you had brother. I am buying the 2015 XT with 100k miles on it.
@Kobryner17 ай бұрын
@@S-u-r-e-n as long as you shall service it regularly, you should not have any problems driving another 150k miles..
I love my 15' XT but ran into some problems this year. Had to replace Oil control valves, then just recently cam sprockets and a new ECU. Oil changes always done at 4-5k , all major services done including cvt fluid change and walnut blasting
@brooklynbummer2 ай бұрын
I have a 201 Subaru Forester and the only thing replaced, was the battery, after five years. Runs smoothly and does not burn oil.
@marksandstrom4248 Жыл бұрын
I've owned an early-2017 model XT turbo CVT with EyeSight since new, now at 101,000 miles. Its oil consumption is still nil today, with the level still at max at my 5,000 mile changes. It also has never lost coolant, nor ever run badly. The transmission also has always and still does function perfectly, including a 10,000 mile trip towing a rented 1,000 lb trailer back 4 years ago. Problems I have encountered, however, include loosening of exhaust manifold bolts in 2017 (the subject of a recall a few years later; my car was fixed satisfactorily and it hasn't ever recurred), failure of the a/c condenser in 2020 (another recall item), failure of the front suspension lower control arm bushings in 2021 (causing an intermittent high speed vibration/noise), and breakage of several rusty wheel studs at my 2023 winter-tire swap-out. The car still looks and drives very nicely today. My lifetime average fuel economy is 22.5 miles per US gallon (yes, I've kept track of every tank and corrected for odometer error). All that said, my biggest complaint right from the start and still today is, the computer coders who designed the electronic gadgets were dumb in any number of ways - the stereo cannot be muted when the transmission is in Reverse, the seat position memory loses its place for height and needs resetting every month, "butt unlocking" means I cannot carry my key when inside my house with the car parked outside (it doesn't relock itself), the intermittent wiper delay intervals are badly spaced, etc. etc.
@tommymas18 ай бұрын
While you cannot mute the stereo from the steering wheel controls while in reverse, you CAN turn down the volume using the actual head unit volume knob. I do it all the time. None of the steering wheel controls work when in reverse....it's a safety feature.
@simonbroddle754 Жыл бұрын
I've had an upgraded SJ since new. Now with 120,000 miles. A bronze coloured manual diesel has been amazing. Love every day I get into it. Works off road much of the time with my job and it's never let me down. I'd like a locking rear diff and perhaps a low range as 1st is quite high on some deeply rutted tracks. The only down side is the appalling infotainment system which simply isn't!
@alfredktn2 жыл бұрын
Very informative review of the Subaru SJ 5. Thumbs up pal
@bb_lz9790 Жыл бұрын
Our '15 has had the windshield replaced several times (thanks to driving to AZ), never had to have the Eyesight recalibrated. Eyesight is frustrating, drive into snow or rain or the setting sun and it shuts off, IMHO when you need it most. Also, the Nav system generally sucks. The Bluetooth died requiring that the whole Nav system be replaced. Thank goodness that we popped for the extended warranty. Beyond that, it's been pretty reliable. We opted for the 2.5i because at the time, the XT required Premium gas and I was done buying that when I got rid of my Saab! The 2.5i has plenty of power and gets good fuel economy. I have never regretted not getting the XT.
@CJyuzabuster10 ай бұрын
Hello, Im looking at buying a used ‘15 right now, are there any other issues to note about this model? Im looking at a ‘15 with 78,000 miles on it
@n3clar3 жыл бұрын
Very informative, you deserve far more likes!
@UsefulVids3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@HossamElramy32 жыл бұрын
I have a 2017 forester 2.5l CVT since 39k miles and now it’s 70k I haven’t had to add oil between oil changes I also changed he CVT oil once I got it to amsoil CVT and beet working flawlessly OH btw AMAZING ON GAS
@noahmac92315 ай бұрын
I know this is 2 years old lol but how’s it held up?
@renorichard32572 жыл бұрын
*********** I have a 2015 Subaru "Limited" I find the CVT Transmission Very smooth, and responsive, I did have the CVT Oil changed at 70,000 Miles " Subaru "claims" the Oil never needs changing ?? "BS" that's a fast way to trouble !! ********
@kruelzombieful2 жыл бұрын
Very informative video thanks. I want to get a used one with a manual trans but I'm afraid of of the oil consumption issue. Any thoughts out there?
@tonystylesofficial68446 ай бұрын
Regardless of how many mechanics and reports say a car is terrible there’s always those who say by far the best and most reliable car I’ve ever owned
@supadupadudacud2 жыл бұрын
I can attest to the weak windshield; I got mine in August, and by December, I had like 5 chips. Granted I was driving 80 miles a day round trip to work on the highway, but that's pretty excessive.
@daneurope9167 Жыл бұрын
all cars has problems but not all cars are like all subarus AWD..its worth the risk on second hand buyers..
@surgej0074 жыл бұрын
Great Video .One of the best I have seen straight to the facts no BSTN pros n cons.I have a 2017 Forester that I have replace the windshield Two Times good thing my INS covers it but im sure they are raising a red flag already Two times in Three years thats crazy i never had a car suv that I had two change that often.Its a Lease Im thinking of returning it or maybe buying it.What would you guys do Return or Buy?
@UsefulVids4 жыл бұрын
If you have enjoyed owning it, then you should buy it. Every vehicle has common issues/complaints, but the Forester's mix of AWD, practicality and space are hard to beat in my opinion. Thanks for watching!
@surgej0074 жыл бұрын
Useful Vids Thank you.
@TurboPersonalTraining3 жыл бұрын
I’m ehh, with the torque. Just picked up a 18, 2.0 turbo - it’s nice up top though.. maybe I just need to get used to it? EDIT: definitely had to get used to it. out of around 15 cars (not junk) this is my favorite one. super practical too
@ThePhiloctopus Жыл бұрын
It's a pity Subaru didn't offer you guys the turbo diesel option we got here in Aus, with 350Nm torque
@bk58853 жыл бұрын
Very well summarized.
@UsefulVids4 жыл бұрын
@ 5:14 - should be 23mpg City / 27mpg HWY
@Shine133733 жыл бұрын
More like 19/24 in real life.
@sparkydogsparky2992 Жыл бұрын
Agreed!@@Shine13373
@michaelcronk2 жыл бұрын
How do you feel about the 2015 forester 2.5i premium? It has 158k on it
@UsefulVids2 жыл бұрын
Higher miles, but if priced right and well maintained it might be a good buy. Condition, records, and thorough inspection would be required for me to buy.
@bridgetj30084 жыл бұрын
Both the 2.0 and 2.5 engines burn a lot of oil then? Considering a 2018 because it seems to have the fewest reported complaints (NHTSA, Edmunds).
@UsefulVids4 жыл бұрын
You'll want the 2.0 with CVT transmission. Lowest reports of oil consumption.
@bridgetj30084 жыл бұрын
@@UsefulVids Thank you - how about their CVTs, do you think they will hold up? Have never had one before.
@UsefulVids4 жыл бұрын
@@bridgetj3008 Unfortunately, the CVTs have given problems to a number of owners. In an ideal world, we wouldn't have to use CVT transmissions to get the best mileage/emissions ratios. Subaru has extended the warranty of CVT transmissions to 10 years and 100K miles for certain models. Please see here: static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10150931-9999.pdf.
@rone75184 жыл бұрын
@@UsefulVids Is there an extended warranty for the 2017 MY also..?
@u39625214 жыл бұрын
So I was at a independent Subaru specialist today, with my SJ forester xt. And they advised they haven't had many issues with the SJ, but strongly advised to change oil and filter every 5-6000 km, don't do the standard Subaru reccomended oil changes, halve them and use 10-40 fully synthetic. Great vid. My CVT has done 94000 km so far no issue and it was suggested the transmission fluid to be done every 150,000 km
@jonhill3292 жыл бұрын
You mention only 2 engine options, 2.5 NA, and the 2.0 turbo, but you didn't talk about the 2.0 NA version? any reason why?
@TokinWhiteKid2 жыл бұрын
The 2.0 wasn't an option on the 2014-2018
@jonhill3292 жыл бұрын
@@TokinWhiteKid My 2014 has 2.0 NA.
@TokinWhiteKid2 жыл бұрын
@@jonhill329 interesting. What county are you in? It doesn't look like that was an option for the US market from what I can find online.
@jonhill3292 жыл бұрын
@@TokinWhiteKid it wasnt, I doubt americans would buy it. It was available in the Australian and jdm market. I am in the Philippines, its fine here as you rarely travel above 45mph. Hell, one of the roads I have to travel to go grocery shopping is designated for 30kph........18mph....18MPH???? Ugh...people on bicycles go faster than that. anywho, if I was still in the US I would have got the XT., but for here, this is good enough. I actually miss my ridgeline, it would be perfect for here, but honda doesn't sell them in the philippines. :(
@kman4189113 жыл бұрын
a/c compressor is known fault from factory
@sparkydogsparky2992 Жыл бұрын
I've replaced the A/C dryer twice. Second time I was told that the compressor would fail and I'd need to replace it, too.
@vantom61943 жыл бұрын
Take the Forester XT turbo it's the last of its kind now it has been discontinued by subaru.
@destrowon19383 жыл бұрын
Picked up a 2018 XT yesterday!
@zig33 жыл бұрын
@@destrowon1938 how's she holding up? I'm thinking about getting one
@destrowon19383 жыл бұрын
@@zig3 I love her. I dont hot rod her around or anything and shes just a daily driver but it's the best car I've owned. Turbo is sweet.
@alfredktn2 жыл бұрын
XT model still exists. Subaru haven’t discontinued it
@KarlGreen-h6i5 ай бұрын
@@alfredktnthey discontinued the 2.0 turbo and now have a 2.4 turbo on the outback not yet on the forester
@DSoLong4 жыл бұрын
Ive heard the 2.0XT is more prevalent to use alot of oil would make sense wouldnt it?
@TommyBlazeHD3 жыл бұрын
The N/A FA20 motor is known for carbon buildup that needs to be cleaned out every 30k miles. Costs about $600 depending where you live. I have my heart set on a XT model.
@514aam2 жыл бұрын
@@TommyBlazeHD about 50 bucks to clean valves in Colombia, love cheap labor over here
@krupadrum2 жыл бұрын
I have a 14 FXT does not use oil. Drives great, plenty of power. 👍