We cross-shopped three others and this won on cargo room. the touchscreen climate controls is the trade-off.
EXPERT REVIEW · COMPACT SUV
2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid review
Subaru Forester Hybrid: a sensible pick with a few compromises. Illustrative review
8.0/10 OffLot expert score
The 2026 Subaru Forester Hybrid is a strong contender in its class. Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor; easy to see out of and park. Third row (where offered) is for kids and engine gets loud under hard acceleration, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $36,000, it lines up with most direct rivals.
What's good
- Roomy second row and flexible cargo floor
- Easy to see out of and park
- Ride stays composed on rough pavement
- Excellent city fuel economy
What to check
- Third row (where offered) is for kids
- Engine gets loud under hard acceleration
Best for: Buyers who want low running costs without giving up comfort. Starting MSRP: $36,000.
Owner reviews · 4.0 of 5 from 3 owners
Bought it for the school runs and road trips and it has handled everything so far. Fuel economy has been close to the sticker in mixed driving.
Twelve thousand miles in. Nothing has gone wrong, dealer service has been easy, and the cargo room still impresses passengers.
Price trend · used Subaru Forester Hybrid, 12 months
Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $23,463 · -1.64% last 30 days · +5.11% year over year.