Subaru Forester value and depreciation
Known for dependable awd family suv.
Projected value of a new Subaru Forester
We class the Subaru Forester as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 67% after three years and 53% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 82% | R 574 514 | R 505 572 |
| 3 years | 67% | R 466 453 | R 410 479 |
| 5 years | 53% | R 370 446 | R 325 992 |
| 7 years | 42% | R 290 933 | R 256 021 |
| 10 years | 28% | R 199 124 | R 175 229 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 699 000; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Subaru's best seller in South Africa since the late 1990s, valued for standard all-wheel drive and mechanical durability. The sixth generation launched here in 2025 from R699k with the 2.5 boxer petrol. Reliability is well regarded, but the small dealer network keeps resale a step behind the RAV4 and CR-V.
What used Forester years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Forester | R 699 000 | R 615 120 | Details → |
| 2025 Forester | R 544 563 | R 479 215 | Details → |
| 2024 Forester | R 465 103 | R 409 291 | Details → |
| 2023 Forester | R 397 238 | R 349 569 | Details → |
| 2022 Forester | R 335 550 | R 295 284 | Details → |
| 2021 Forester | R 283 441 | R 249 428 | Details → |
| 2020 Forester | R 239 425 | R 210 694 | Details → |
| 2019 Forester | R 199 998 | R 175 998 | Details → |
| 2018 Forester | R 167 065 | R 147 017 | Details → |
| 2017 Forester | R 139 554 | R 122 808 | Details → |
| 2016 Forester | R 116 573 | R 102 584 | Details → |
| 2015 Forester | R 97 377 | R 85 692 | Details → |
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Subaru Forester: common questions
What is a Subaru Forester worth after 3 years?
A Subaru Forester bought new today for R 699 000 is projected to be worth about R 466 453 after three years, which is 67% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 410 479.
Does the Subaru Forester hold its value?
We class the Subaru Forester as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 67% after three years and 53% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
What does a used Subaru Forester cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 465 103 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 97 377. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Subaru Forester cost per month?
Financing a new Subaru Forester at R 699 000 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 12 217 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.