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Subaru Forester Estate (2008-2012) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 2.5 out of 52.5
Subaru Forester 2008-
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Subaru Forester 2008-

Written by David Ross Updated: 15 September 2025

Parkers ratings

Performance

3 out of 53.0

Handling

3 out of 53.0

Behind the wheel

2.5 out of 52.5

Comfort

3 out of 53.0

Running costs

2.5 out of 52.5

Green credentials

2 out of 52.0

Reliability

4 out of 54.0

Equipment

4 out of 54.0

Safety

5 out of 55.0

Practicality

4 out of 54.0

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