USED 2018 SubaruForester 2.5i

    Exterior Color
    Ice Silver Metallic
    Interior Color
    Black
    Odometer
    80,854 miles
    Body/Seating
    SUV/5 seats
    Transmission
    Lineartronic CVT
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Engine
    2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V VVT
    VIN
    JF2SJABC2JH441927
    Stock Number
    20794B
    Subaru Forester
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    Dealer Notes

    A clean-CARFAX 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i in Ice Silver Metallic two Ohio owners, just over 80,000 miles, and freshly reconditioned- the kind of used Subaru that's worth a close look if you put real miles on Northeast Ohio roads year-round.

    This Forester has two previous owners, both in Ohio, and the CARFAX is clean across the board- no accidents, no structural damage, no airbag deployments, no odometer irregularities, and no open recalls. The first owner carried it on a personal lease from late 2017 through late 2020, turning it over at just 16,481 miles. The second owner drove it as a personal vehicle for over five years, averaging around 12,000 miles per year below the national average before it came to us. Adventure Subaru's service department completed a full used vehicle inspection in April 2026, and our technicians completed the following reconditioning work: new front brake pads and rotors (the original rotors had surface rust too extensive to machine), rear rotor machining with pad cleaning and lubrication, a fresh oil change with new filter, new cabin air filter, new engine air filter, and a full brake fluid exchange with system function verification. The factory warranty has expired per CARFAX.

    Two Ohio owners, clean title history, below-average annual mileage on the second ownership, and a thorough reconditioning pass just completed- this Forester 2.5i is ready to go to work without any deferred maintenance hanging over it.

    The 2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i comes equipped with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as standard, which means the grip and stability that Northeast Ohio winters demand is built into every drive not an option you have to think about. The 2.5-liter horizontally-opposed four-cylinder delivers smooth, predictable power whether you're navigating Route 2 on a slick January morning or heading south toward the Cuyahoga Valley on a fall weekend. The Forester's elevated ride height and generous ground clearance make it equally capable on a gravel two-track to a trailhead or a snow-packed subdivision street. Inside, the cabin is practical and well-proportioned the upright seating position gives you good sightlines in every direction, and the rear cargo area is one of the more usable in the class. This particular unit came originally equipped with the Option Package 02, which added 17-inch alloy wheels with a machined finish, roof rails finished in black, and an auto up/down power passenger window. The roof rails are a quiet but genuine utility- add roof box, bike mount, or kayak carrier, they're already there when you need them. A HomeLink-integrated compass mirror was also included from the factory, along with all-weather floor mats. The STARLINK multimedia system handles Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth connectivity.

    Fuel economy on the Forester 2.5i with CVT is 26 city / 32 highway MPG.

    At Adventure Subaru, every used vehicle we put on the lot goes through our service department before it goes on sale. Our factory-trained Subaru technicians know these vehicles inside and out- and we're here long after the sale. Find us at 1991 Mentor Ave, Painesville, Ohio.

    Highlighted Features

    • Emergency communication system
    • Wireless phone connectivity
    • Exterior parking camera rear
    • Split folding rear seat
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
    • Rear window wiper
    • Security system
    • 4 Speakers
    • AM/FM radio
    • CD player
    • Radio data system
    • Radio: Subaru Starlink 6.2" Multimedia System
    • Air Conditioning
    • Rear window defroster
    • Power steering
    • Power windows
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
    • Four wheel independent suspension
    • Traction control
    • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
    • ABS brakes
    • Dual front impact airbags
    • Dual front side impact airbags
    • Emergency communication system: STARLINK
    • Front anti-roll bar
    • Knee airbag
    • Low tire pressure warning
    • Occupant sensing airbag
    • Overhead airbag
    • Rear anti-roll bar
    • Brake assist
    • Electronic Stability Control
    • Exterior Parking Camera Rear
    • Panic alarm
    • Security system
    • Speed control
    • Bumpers: body-color
    • Power door mirrors
    • All-Weather Floor Mats
    • Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink
    • Driver door bin
    • Driver vanity mirror
    • Front reading lights
    • Illuminated entry
    • Outside temperature display
    • Overhead console
    • Passenger vanity mirror
    • Rear Seatback Protector
    • Tachometer
    • Telescoping steering wheel
    • Tilt steering wheel
    • Trip computer
    • Cloth Upholstery
    • Front Bucket Seats
    • Front Center Armrest
    • Split folding rear seat
    • Passenger door bin
    • Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Steel w/Center Cap
    • Rear window wiper
    • Variably intermittent wipers
    • 3.70 Axle Ratio
    • Alloy Wheel Package
    • Black Finish Roof Rails
    • Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Black Machine Finish Alloy

    Included Packages & Options

    • Alloy Wheel Package$600
      • Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Black Machine Finish Alloy
      • Black Finish Roof Rails
    Included Options
    • All-Weather Floor Mats$81
    • Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink$365
    • Rear Seatback Protector$93
    • 1-touch down
    • 1-touch up
    • Air conditioning
    • Driver door bin
    • Driver vanity mirror
    • Emergency communication system: STARLINK
    • Front beverage holders
    • Illuminated entry
    • Overhead console
    • Passenger door bin
    • Passenger vanity mirror
    • Power windows
    • Rear beverage holders
    • Rear door bins
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Speed control
    • Telescoping steering wheel
    • Tilt steering wheel
    • Four wheel independent suspension
    • Front anti-roll bar
    • Front tires: 225/60HR17.0
    • Power steering
    • Rear anti-roll bar
    • Rear tires: 225/60HR17.0
    • Wheel size: 17"
    • 1st row LCD monitors: 2
    • AM/FM radio
    • CD player
    • CD-MP3 decoder
    • Primary LCD size: 6.2"
    • Radio data system
    • Smart device integration: STARLINK
    • Steering wheel mounted audio controls
    • Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
    • Front center armrest
    • Front seats: bucket
    • Max seating capacity: 5
    • Rear seats: bench
    • Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
    • Split folding rear seat
    • Compressor: Not Available
    • Cylinder configuration: H-4
    • Drive type: all-wheel
    • Engine liters: 2.5
    • Engine location: front
    • Fuel economy city: 26mpg
    • Fuel economy combined: 28mpg
    • Fuel economy highway: 32mpg
    • Fuel tank capacity: 15.9gal.
    • Horsepower: 170hp @ 5,800RPM
    • Number of valves: 16
    • Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
    • Sequential multi-point fuel injection
    • Torque: 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
    • Transmission: continuously variable automatic
    • Variable valve control
    • Approach angle: 23 deg
    • Departure angle: 25 deg
    • Ground clearance (min): 221mm (8.7")
    • Ramp breakover angle: 21 deg
    • Bumpers: body-color
    • Cargo: liftgate
    • Power door mirrors
    • Compression ratio: 10.00 to 1
    • Engine bore x stroke: 94.0mm x 89.9mm (3.70" x 3.54")
    • Engine displacement: 2.5 L
    • Engine horsepower: 170hp @ 5,800RPM
    • Engine torque: 174 lb.-ft. @ 4,000RPM
    • Exterior body width: 1,796mm (70.7")
    • Exterior height: 1,687mm (66.4")
    • Exterior length: 4,610mm (181.5")
    • Front headroom: 1,052mm (41.4")
    • Front hiproom: 1,369mm (53.9")
    • Front legroom: 1,092mm (43.0")
    • Front shoulder room: 1,448mm (57.0")
    • GVWR: 2,032kg (4,480lbs)
    • Interior cargo volume: 974 L (34 cu.ft.)
    • Interior maximum cargo volume: 2,115 L (75 cu.ft.)
    • Passenger volume: 3,067L (108.3 cu.ft.)
    • Rear headroom: 1,011mm (39.8")
    • Rear hiproom: 1,346mm (53.0")
    • Rear legroom: 965mm (38.0")
    • Rear shoulder room: 1,435mm (56.5")
    • Towing capacity: 680kg (1,500lbs)
    • Turning radius: 5.3m (17.4')
    • Wheelbase: 2,639mm (103.9")
    • Appearance: digital/analog
    • Exterior parking camera rear
    • Front reading lights
    • Low tire pressure warning
    • Outside temperature display
    • Rear window defroster
    • Rear window wiper
    • Tachometer
    • Trip computer
    • Variably intermittent wipers
    • 4 wheel disc brakes
    • ABS brakes
    • Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
    • Brake assist
    • Dual front impact airbags
    • Dual front side impact airbags
    • Electronic stability
    • Ignition disable
    • Knee airbag
    • Occupant sensing airbag
    • Overhead airbag
    • Panic alarm
    • Security system
    • Traction control

    Standard Features

    • Wheels: 17" x 7.0J Black Machine Finish Alloy
    • Black Finish Roof Rails

    KBB.com Consumer Reviews

    Kelley Blue Book - KBB.com
    Overall4.2Out of 5
    • I like it

      By Mark on 11/27/2025 4:22:54 PM

      4.0
      Bought my 2016 Forester new and got about $4k off the sticker price. I maintain it very well and do the work myself. I’ve had to replace the shift safety interlock mechanism at around 80k miles, due to occasionally being unable remove the key from the ignition; replaced rear wheel hub at 130k miles; replaced infotainment head (radio) at about 100k miles. Biggest disappointment is the mediocre a/c that doesn’t blow very cold when it is really hot outside. It’s a very easy car to work on and maintain. New cars today are way overpriced, and I dislike the over abundance of angst inducing “safety” features so I’m going to keep my Forester and swap out the engine and trans. with salvage yard replacements when my engine and trans. give up the ghost.
    • Mostly enjoyed it until the computer began failing

      By rbinsc on 11/10/2025 10:09:28 PM

      4.0
      Bought my "Pearl" '17 Subaru Forester used in 2020 or 21. The best things about it, hands down, were the great visibility from the big windows, high safety rating, ground clearance and rear passenger legroom + cargo space. It got decent gas mileage for mostly in-town driving. On the highway it had lousy road noise, so backseat passengers can't follow a conversation happening in front. I would have kept it until the wheels fell off, but the onboard computer started going haywire and the replacement cost was hefty for an 8 yo vehicle. Aside from road noise, my main complaints were the awful infotainment interface and tiny (useless) backup camera screen. So last November I decided to upgrade to the quieter, hybrid '21 Toyota Venza.
    • DWP Subaru 2018

      By DWP Subaru 2018 on 4/17/2025 5:33:01 PM

      5.0
      Just spent $2000 plus for regular service 50k miles and new tires. Excellent car runs like a top! I’m considering buying a new one! It has multiple safety features all current with 2018
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