Subaru Forester Maintenance Costs
A Subaru Forester will cost about $8,337 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This is more than the industry average for popular SUV models by $5,100. There is also a 23.97% chance that a Forester will require a major repair during that time. This is 21.75% worse than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
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Subaru Forester Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.47% | $332 |
| 2 | 4.10% | $392 |
| 3 | 4.60% | $486 |
| 4 | 8.13% | $638 |
| 5 | 11.64% | $763 |
| 6 | 13.10% | $961 |
| 7 | 14.13% | $1,114 |
| 8 | 18.26% | $1,173 |
| 9 | 20.18% | $1,212 |
| 10 | 23.97% | $1,266 |
| 11 | 37.14% | $1,343 |
| 12 | 46.20% | $1,464 |
Subaru Forester Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 7,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 15,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 22,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 30,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Fuel Filter Replacement, Brake System Flush, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Cooling System Flush |
| 37,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 45,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 52,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 60,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Fuel Filter Replacement, Brake System Flush, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Cooling System Flush |
| 67,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 75,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 82,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 90,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Fuel Filter Replacement, Brake System Flush, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Cooling System Flush |
| 97,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 105,000 | Rotate Tires, Replace Timing Belt, Water Pump Replacement, Valve Clearance Adjustment, Serpentine/Drive Belt Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 112,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 120,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Cooling System Flush, Fuel Filter Replacement, Brake System Flush |
| 127,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 135,000 | Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 142,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 150,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Fuel Filter Replacement, Brake System Flush, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Cooling System Flush |
What About Subaru Forester Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Subaru Forester is about $1,963 per year. This adds up to around $9,815 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Subaru Forester. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Subaru Forester Maintenance Rankings
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Other Subaru Forester Costs of Ownership
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