Overview & Reviews

Subaru's well-regarded Forester crossover sport-ute has been completely redesigned to be an even more enjoyable addition to your family. Engineers have given the tall wagon more interior room, a stiffer body structure, a revised chassis and more standard feature content -- all while keeping exterior dimensions the same and reducing the curb weight by 90 pounds.

• Standard all-wheel drive, availability of upscale features, high safety scores.

• Only one engine choice, price can be higher than most of the competition.

User Reviews:

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  I like - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By Ala - November 22 - 1:33 am

  My ex was an 86 Tarago GLI van that can get bogged on a football field, yet I was able to force it to go into 4WD territory mainly cos of the ground clearance. Subaru AWD is awesome, and the comfort level is a huge step for me in all respects. Being an 03 model the head gasket was done before I purchased it at 160K. Its is a manual with lo-range. Tearing off in lo-range there are no wheelies, just a rocket forward up a steep slope. Handling in the dirt or on the tar is impeccable. Anti-lok brakes are a welcome novelty. The 2.5 L boxer is edgy and free-revving making this a drivers vehicle. Handles like a well mannered car, better than the cars I drive. Love it

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  Follow up from May, 2003 - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By tstodola - November 20 - 2:00 am

  I have had my 03 Forester for 7 months and 17,000 miles and am more pleased with it now then when I purchased it! It gets 24-25 mpg with varied driving. My wife has not wrested it away from me, but I think she would swap her Solara for the Forester if I offered. With all the crash test data on the car, and my experiences to date, The premium for Subaru is really worth it!

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  Love my Forester - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By dules - November 14 - 2:00 am

  Traded in my beloved Honda Civic for the Forester. Have only had it for a week but am having a great time with it so far! The 5-speed manual has plenty of pep, love the heated seats and AWD. Im almost sorry to see winter end now that I have this car!

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  Forester Fun - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By Derry - November 3 - 10:00 am

  No problems; drives like a dream in snow which we get a lot of.

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  Made the right choice - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By Barry W - October 28 - 2:00 am

  I did the research and study on several SUV models and test drove several, including the Forester. My wife had her heart set on a Forester but I was not yet convinced this was the best choice. Knowing this was her car we negotiated a deal and purchaced a 2003 Forester. The longer I drive it the more Im convinced we made the right choice. Our fuel milage has been averaging 26-29mpg and its a pleasure to drive. The Forester seems a little small for me but not bad, and its a perfect fit for my wife.

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  LOVE IT! - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By oro - September 21 - 10:00 am

  I hesitated to write a review, because I wanted to see how well the car held up over time. Well, its been a year now, so here I am. This is the first car Ive ever purchased, and Im very happy with my decision. Friends still kid me about getting a WRX, but I say to heck with it! In the last year, Ive been in an accident (insurance covered), and helped 2 friends moved. My Forester still keeps on going!

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  We live over a 1200 foot high mountain. - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By Helen Laughlin - August 28 - 4:26 am

  We dont know from one day to the next what our weather will be in the winter. The Subaru is wonderful. This past winter the regular road was closed and we decided to take the summer only road. There was 6 inches of snow on the road and the Subaru went through it just fine. My daughter is in the Air Force and we are looking to help her buy a new Forester. You never know where you will be and it will get you through. It holds to the road just superbly. I drove 18 wheelers in all weather across the U.S. and my Subaru is just as fantastic to drive.

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  Outstanding Value - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By Puna Luna - August 26 - 2:00 am

  Fully loaded for around $25k. Guaranteed gas mileage and superior crash test rating. We are extremely happy with this vehicle.

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  Just not a great car - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By karlou - July 26 - 10:56 am

  Have had the car for ten years (bought new) and almost 130K miles. Many problems from the start, not the least of which was the flames coming out the tailpipe towards the end of the first year. Has needed much maintenance and repair over the years, and one important fact about subarus - they rust. So surprised in this day and age how rusty this car has gotten, and Im very good about washing the car (including underneath). Wind noise bad almost from the start, and three trips to dealership never got it better. Very cheap interior materials, now looking to finally get new and better vehicle. Never again a Subaru!

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  Great in snow & ice - 2003 Subaru Forester
  By Dockhawg2 - July 12 - 10:00 am

  Purchased new in Dec 02- live in snow country , so this car works great. Feels very secure on curvy, snowy roads. I would buy another Suby.