Used value estimate
2012 Subaru Forester value
By Hari Vinayak · Updated 2026-06-12
Quick answer
A 2012 Subaru Forester in good condition with average mileage (about 175,000 miles) is worth roughly $6,250 in a private-party sale — a fair range of $5,750 to $6,750, or about $7,200 at a dealer. Note: 2012 is a flagged year for this model (2011–2013) — FB25 oil consumption (class-action era); fine with proof of top-off-free running. Expect to pay at the lower end and budget for that risk.
Estimated value by mileage
Good condition, clean title. Mileage is the biggest single factor at this age.
| Mileage | Miles | Fair value | Private party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower mileage | 119,000 | $7,500 | $6,900–$8,100 |
| Average mileage | 175,000 | $6,250 | $5,750–$6,750 |
| Higher mileage | 238,000 | $4,400 | $4,050–$4,750 |
Is 2012 a good year to buy?
2012 is a flagged year (2011–2013): FB25 oil consumption (class-action era); fine with proof of top-off-free running.
See all Subaru Forester years to avoidWhat to check before you pay
- 2011–2015: FB25 oil consumption — check the dipstick now and ask how often oil is added between changes
- 2014–2018: CVT failures led Subaru to extend coverage to 100,000 miles — confirm whether the CVT was serviced or replaced
- 2019+: windshield stress cracking and parasitic battery drain complaints — ask about replacements
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