Hello neighbor! I’m glad you came to me with this question. If you want to know whether the Subaru Forester retains its value over time, let me tell you everything based on my experience as an auto mechanic.
Your new Subaru Forester will already lose 8% of its value after just 3 years and a significant 22% after 5 years.
New vs Used
That’s why if you buy it brand new from the showroom, you’ll lose a substantial amount of money in just a couple of years. It’s the price you pay for a brand-new Forester that nobody has driven before, and you won’t need to worry about major repairs for many years, just regular maintenance and enjoyment, just the way you like it.
Now, if you look at your neighbor’s used Subaru Forester up the street, he bought it 5 years ago. After 3 years of ownership, it lost 24% of its value, and after 5 years (i.e., now), it’s depreciated by 33% of its original purchase price.
Subaru Forester Depreciation
| Years Old | Residual Value ($) | Depreciation (%) | Resale Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $34,859 | 0.97% | 2022 |
| 2 | $33,933 | 3.60% | 2023 |
| 3 | $32,292 | 8.26% | 2024 |
| 4 | $30,656 | 12.91% | 2025 |
| 5 | $27,481 | 21.93% | 2026 |
| 6 | $24,446 | 30.55% | 2027 |
| 7 | $22,341 | 36.53% | 2028 |
| 8 | $19,033 | 45.93% | 2029 |
| 9 | $17,329 | 50.77% | 2030 |
| 10 | $16,076 | 54.33% | 2031 |
| 11 | $14,200 | 59.36% | 2032 |
| 12 | $12,465 | 64.22% | 2033 |
| 13 | $11,245 | 67.81% | 2034 |
| 14 | $10,042 | 71.27% | 2035 |
| 15 | $8,932 | 74.42% | 2036 |
The updated table shows the residual value, depreciation percentage, and resale year for the Subaru Forester for up to 15 years of ownership. It demonstrates that the vehicle retains a significant portion of its value over the years.
In any case, neighbor, thanks for coming to visit me! Come again, see below interesting posts about your Subaru Forester.
Well, neighbor 👨 I’m glad when you come to me with a question. If you have more, ask them below in the comments ☕