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Subaru Forester Auction Values

Year-by-year auction and retail prices for the Subaru Forester (2010–2025).

Overview

The Subaru Forester is a popular suv that appears frequently at auto auctions. Model years 2010 through 2025 are available, with varying price points depending on year, mileage, trim level, and condition. Dealers and wholesalers can use The Runs List to track Subaru Forester auction listings, compare retail comps, and calculate the maximum safe bid for any unit.

Subaru Forester — Average Prices by Year

YearAvg. AuctionAvg. RetailSpread
2025$19,400$27,000$7,600
2024$17,500$24,300$6,800
2023$15,600$21,600$6,000
2022$13,600$18,900$5,300
2021$11,700$16,200$4,500
2020$9,700$13,500$3,800
2019$7,800$10,800$3,000
2018$5,800$8,100$2,300
2017$5,800$8,100$2,300
2016$5,800$8,100$2,300
2015$5,800$8,100$2,300
2014$5,800$8,100$2,300
2013$5,800$8,100$2,300
2012$5,800$8,100$2,300
2011$5,800$8,100$2,300
2010$5,800$8,100$2,300

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Competitors

Compare the Subaru Forester against: Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Subaru Forester sell for at auction?
A Subaru Forester typically hammers for around $19,400 at auction. Expect the final price to move with mileage, condition grade, title status, and regional demand.
What is the retail value of a Subaru Forester?
The average retail value for a Subaru Forester is approximately $27,000. This represents the typical asking price at dealerships, based on comparable listings.
What is the profit margin on a Subaru Forester from auction?
On paper the Subaru Forester shows roughly $7,600 between average auction and retail prices. Buyer fees, transport, reconditioning, and holding costs come out of that spread, so score each unit before bidding. The Runs List computes max safe bid per listing automatically.
Is a Subaru Forester a good car to buy at auction?
The Subaru Forester shows up consistently on run lists at the major auction houses. Profitability comes down to buying the right unit at the right number: check the condition grade, mileage, and title status, then compare the landed cost against retail comps. The Runs List does that math for every listing automatically.
Where can I find a Subaru Forester at auction?
Major wholesale channels — Manheim, ADESA/Openlane, Copart, and IAA — all move the Subaru Forester regularly. The Runs List scans upcoming run lists so you know which sales actually have the units you want before you commit to attending.

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