2017 Subaru Forester
Sold for $14,300
- 67,680 miles
- 8 bids
- Auction date: 2026-10-22
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Subaru Forester is a compact crossover whose generation, naturally aspirated or earlier turbocharged engine, CVT condition, standard all-wheel drive, trim, Wilderness hardware and maintenance history create distinct resale tiers. Bidbus has recorded 29 completed dealer auctions spanning model years 2009–2026; the historical median sold price was $21,800.
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- 29completed Subaru Forester auctions analyzed
- $19,986average sold price
- $21,800median sold price
- $12,000–$25,500middle 50% price band
- 2009–2026model-year coverage
Last updated: October 23, 2026. Auction records through 2026-10-22.
Historical completed-auction data only. Past results are not current offers or guaranteed future values.
Recent Subaru Forester Auction Results
These Subaru Forester compact crossovers were recently sold through Bidbus dealer auctions. Final prices vary by model year, mileage, condition, trim, options, location, and live dealer demand.
2009 Subaru Forester
Sold for $4,100
- 98,292 miles
- 31 bids
- Auction date: 2026-10-09
2021 Subaru Forester
Sold for $22,000
- 36,124 miles
- 9 bids
- Auction date: 2026-09-21
2024 Subaru Forester
Sold for $22,200
- 83,491 miles
- 21 bids
- Auction date: 2026-09-07
2024 Subaru Forester
Sold for $24,700
- 33,704 miles
- 18 bids
- Auction date: 2026-09-02
2023 Subaru Forester
Sold for $24,700
- 43,143 miles
- 26 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-28
2025 Subaru Forester
Sold for $32,000
- 112,902 miles
- 3 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-24
2026 Subaru Forester
Sold for $34,100
- 3,898 miles
- 15 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-21
Search Real Subaru Forester Auction Results
Explore real Subaru Forester compact crossovers sold through Bidbus. Filter by model year, mileage, sale price, or number of bids to see how similar compact crossovers performed in dealer auctions.
Showing 29 Subaru Forester auction results from Bidbus.
2017 Subaru Forester
Sold for $14,300
- 67,680 miles
- 8 bids
- Auction date: 2026-10-22
2009 Subaru Forester
Sold for $4,100
- 98,292 miles
- 31 bids
- Auction date: 2026-10-09
2021 Subaru Forester
Sold for $22,000
- 36,124 miles
- 9 bids
- Auction date: 2026-09-21
2024 Subaru Forester
Sold for $22,200
- 83,491 miles
- 21 bids
- Auction date: 2026-09-07
2024 Subaru Forester
Sold for $24,700
- 33,704 miles
- 18 bids
- Auction date: 2026-09-02
2023 Subaru Forester
Sold for $24,700
- 43,143 miles
- 26 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-28
2025 Subaru Forester
Sold for $32,000
- 112,902 miles
- 3 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-24
2026 Subaru Forester
Sold for $34,100
- 3,898 miles
- 15 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-21
2018 Subaru Forester
Sold for $11,000
- 99,992 miles
- 12 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-21
2021 Subaru Forester
Sold for $20,000
- 48,983 miles
- 24 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-14
2020 Subaru Forester
Sold for $21,300
- 52,012 miles
- 41 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-12
2024 Subaru Forester
Sold for $26,500
- 27,139 miles
- 17 bids
- Auction date: 2026-08-07
Historical Bidbus auction results are examples, not guaranteed offers. Your live offer depends on your compact crossover details and current dealer demand.
What Is a Subaru Forester Worth?
A Subaru Forester cannot be valued from year and mileage alone. It is a compact crossover whose generation, naturally aspirated or earlier turbocharged engine, CVT condition, standard all-wheel drive, trim, Wilderness hardware and maintenance history create distinct resale tiers, so dealers separate examples by configuration and reconditioning risk before they bid.
In 29 completed Bidbus auctions, sold prices ranged from $4,100 to $34,100. The median was $21,800, and the middle half of results fell between $12,000 and $25,500. That middle band is a clearer description of the sample than the extremes, which may reflect unusual trims, condition, mileage, or equipment.
Owners searching “sell my Subaru Forester” should prepare engine choice, CVT condition, AWD tires and Wilderness equipment details before dealers compare the vehicle.
Get a Subaru Forester EstimateWhy Auction Your Subaru Forester Through Bidbus?
Subaru and compact-crossover dealers distinguish value-focused Base and Premium vehicles, Sport and Touring equipment, earlier turbocharged XT versions, and Wilderness models with more specialized hardware.
An online dealer auction can surface buyers who understand Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, Touring, Wilderness and earlier turbocharged XT configurations, instead of pricing every example as the same trim.
- Dealers see the exact configuration and condition details you provide
- Competing bids reveal live wholesale demand rather than a single appraisal
- Historical results give context, while the live auction determines the current offer
- The process starts at the dedicated Bidbus seller portal
What Changes a Subaru Forester Dealer Offer?
For this model, the high-impact details are not generic checkboxes. Dealers evaluate the exact build, its mechanical risk, and how easily that version can be retailed.
- Configuration: Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, Touring, Wilderness and earlier turbocharged XT configurations can belong to different buyer and price segments.
- Value retention: Dealers look for documented engine, CVT and differential service, four closely matched tires, healthy wheel bearings and suspension, working EyeSight and X-Mode systems, and transparent trail, towing or cargo use.
- Current demand: Subaru and compact-crossover dealers distinguish value-focused Base and Premium vehicles, Sport and Touring equipment, earlier turbocharged XT versions, and Wilderness models with more specialized hardware.
Subaru Forester Price Patterns by Year and Mileage
The 29 completed auctions cover model years 2009–2026. Vehicles from 2021 or newer accounted for 16 sales and averaged $25,744; the 13 earlier-year sales averaged $12,900.
The under 50,000 miles group contained 13 sales and averaged $25,962. The 50,000–99,999 miles group contained 13 sales and averaged $14,638. The 100,000 miles or more group contained 3 sales and averaged $17,267.
These are descriptive groups, not a pricing formula. Trim, powertrain, drivetrain, condition, title and accident history, options, location, and auction timing remain mixed within every band.
| Model year | Sales | Average sold | Sold-price range | Average bids | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | $34,100 | $34,100 | 15 | 3,898 |
| 2025 | 3 | $31,067 | $30,200–$32,000 | 7.7 | 44,057 |
| 2024 | 3 | $24,467 | $22,200–$26,500 | 18.7 | 48,111 |
| 2023 | 5 | $24,220 | $19,500–$26,100 | 26.8 | 43,369 |
| 2022 | 1 | $22,500 | $22,500 | 26 | 53,888 |
| 2021 | 3 | $22,533 | $20,000–$25,600 | 28.7 | 28,949 |
| 2020 | 3 | $18,367 | $12,000–$21,800 | 29.3 | 64,395 |
| 2019 | 1 | $11,000 | $11,000 | 3 | 106,838 |
| 2018 | 4 | $13,275 | $10,800–$15,900 | 22.3 | 90,152 |
| 2017 | 2 | $12,800 | $11,300–$14,300 | 12.5 | 83,208 |
| 2016 | 2 | $9,400 | $8,800–$10,000 | 9.5 | 102,619 |
| 2009 | 1 | $4,100 | $4,100 | 31 | 98,292 |
Subaru Forester Selling FAQ
Where did Subaru Forester sale prices cluster in the Bidbus sample?
Across 29 completed auctions, the median sold price was $21,800. The middle 50% of results ran from $12,000 to $25,500, while the full historical range was $4,100 to $34,100. These are past results, not a guaranteed offer.
Which Subaru Forester configurations can change dealer demand?
Common distinctions across the covered years include Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, Touring, Wilderness and earlier turbocharged XT configurations.
How do engine choice, CVT condition, AWD tires and Wilderness equipment affect a Subaru Forester offer?
They influence capability, operating cost, reconditioning risk, and the retail audience. For this model, dealers look for documented engine, CVT and differential service, four closely matched tires, healthy wheel bearings and suspension, working EyeSight and X-Mode systems, and transparent trail, towing or cargo use.
What do the year and mileage bands show for Subaru Forester?
In this historical sample, vehicles from 2021 or newer accounted for 16 sales and averaged $25,744; the 13 earlier-year sales averaged $12,900. The under 50,000 miles group contained 13 sales and averaged $25,962. The 50,000–99,999 miles group contained 13 sales and averaged $14,638. The 100,000 miles or more group contained 3 sales and averaged $17,267. These group averages describe the sample and do not isolate condition, trim, powertrain, or other variables.
What should a Subaru Forester seller document before auction?
Provide the VIN and trim, engine and CVT details, maintenance records, tire brand and tread depth, wheel-bearing or suspension repairs, EyeSight and windshield history, warning-light or diagnostic records, accident disclosures, and any roof, towing or off-road accessories. Accurate service and equipment records help dealers identify the exact Forester and price risk correctly.
Ready to Put Your Subaru Forester in Front of Competing Dealers?
Describe the exact configuration, condition, service history, and model-specific equipment, then start at the Bidbus seller portal.