$2,502 higher median
2018 Honda CR-V
All trims
$18,990Median asking price · 2,021 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$16,629–$20,999
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual several trims listed listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
↑↓
move
↵
open
esc
close
2018 Subaru Forester Base P
VIN
JF2SJABCXJH497730
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $1,495 above typical price
Terre Haute, IN
Listed at
$16,488
typical market $14,993 · 204 comps
This 2018 Subaru Forester Base P is listed at $16,488 with 103,969 miles in Terre Haute, IN.
Compare alternatives from other brands ↓
Sold by Auto House
1100 S 3rd St, Terre Haute, IN 47802
Hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Contact details come from the dealer's listing and public business records. VinAssessment is not the seller and takes no fee — you deal with the dealer directly.
Inside your report
VIN report
2018 Subaru Forester Base P
VIN JF2SJABCXJH497730
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
Salvage, flood & other title brands
Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
Listings
Past prices, dealers & listing photos
Section preview · Results shown in the full report
Market price range
Based on 204 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 10, 2026This vehicle · $16,488
Below market
$10,996
Typical price
$14,993
Above market
$18,900
This vehicle: $16,488 — $1,495 above the typical market price ($14,993)
Asking $16,488 · typical market price $14,993 · based on 204 comparable same-build listings.
THE SMARTER NEXT STEP
Love this car? See what else is out there.
2018 Subaru Forester Base P for sale near Terre HauteIN
This car is the cheapest of 2 within 50 miles
See all 1 cars near you →
Compare on VehiSales ↗ · No dealer spam.
We don't sell cars and never share your details with dealers.
Cars in your search area
50 miles around Terre Haute
Lower price Other cars Search center
This vehicle
Dots show approximate vehicle locations.
Vehicle locations appear when available.
Price history for this VIN
Price increased $250 (+1.5%) over 38 days.
Jul 21, 2026 · $16,238
Aug 28, 2026 · $16,488
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN JF2SJABCXJH497730, spanning 38 days.
Active listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto House | Terre Haute, IN 47802 | $16,488 | 103,969 mi | 2026-08-28 | 12 h ago |
| Auto House Superstore Inc. | Terre Haute, IN 47802 | $16,238 | 103,969 mi | 2026-07-20 | 2 d ago |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto House | Terre Haute, IN 47802 | $16,238 | 103,969 mi | 2026-07-21 | 43 d ago |
| Auto House Superstore Inc. | Terre Haute, IN 47802 | $16,238 | 103,969 mi | 2026-07-20 | 2 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for JF2SJABCXJH497730Trim
Base P
Engine
Horsepower
170
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2018
Made by
SUBARU CORPORATION
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✓ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✓ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
28
MPG
City
26
MPG
Highway
32
MPG
$1,660
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 28 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2018 Subaru Forester likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Depreciation
$4,021
Fuel
$8,300
Insurance
$4,463
Maintenance & repairs
$5,500
Total, 5 years
$22,284
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2018 Subaru Forester has 3 recall campaigns as of September 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 28 MPG.
Overall
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Frontal crash
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Side crash
★★★★★
5 of 5 · NHTSA
Rollover
★★★★☆
4 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2018 Subaru Forester SUV AWD
3 recall campaigns on this model year
Check accident & title history →
-
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINESubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles.NHTSA campaign 21V587000
-
AIR BAGSSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats.NHTSA campaign 19V701000
-
TIRESSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Subaru Forester vehicles. The Certification Label may indicate the incorrect wheel size, tire size, and air pressure.NHTSA campaign 18V455000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2018 Subaru Forester from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 26, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Subaru Forester over the last 6 months — the market softened $267 in that span.
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| May 2026 | $16,999 |
| June 2026 | $17,199 |
| July 2026 | $17,000 |
| August 2026 | $16,950 |
| September 2026 | $16,794 |
| October 2026 | $16,732 |
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2018 Subaru Forester with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of October 10, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2018 Subaru Forester in this catalog, the 2018 Jeep Compass has the lowest median asking price ($13,500, 1,728 listings with photos) and the 2018 Toyota RAV4 the highest ($19,695, 1,639 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 10, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
The car you are viewing
2018 Subaru Forester
Base · United States
$16,488Catalog asking price for this VIN
Trim median $14,995 · 219 listings with photos
Middle 50%: $12,622–$16,950
Explore this model’s prices →Explore the alternatives
Change trims, mileage or location →
$3,207 higher median
2018 Toyota RAV4
All trims
$19,695Median asking price · 1,639 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$16,989–$22,052
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual several trims listed listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$412 higher median
2018 Mazda CX-5
All trims
$16,900Median asking price · 729 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$14,919–$18,998
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Sport listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$380 lower median
2018 Honda HR-V
All trims
$16,108Median asking price · 392 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$13,900–$18,200
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual LX listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
$2,988 lower median
2018 Jeep Compass
All trims
$13,500Median asking price · 1,728 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$11,381–$15,450
Find listings on VehiSales ↗Actual Sport listing photo; individual equipment may differ.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Subaru Forester Base | $14,995 | $12,622–$16,950 | 219 |
| 2018 Honda CR-V All trims | $18,990 | $16,629–$20,999 | 2,021 |
| 2018 Toyota RAV4 All trims | $19,695 | $16,989–$22,052 | 1,639 |
| 2018 Mazda CX-5 All trims | $16,900 | $14,919–$18,998 | 729 |
| 2018 Honda HR-V All trims | $16,108 | $13,900–$18,200 | 392 |
| 2018 Jeep Compass All trims | $13,500 | $11,381–$15,450 | 1,728 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: October 10, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 3 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
VehiSales opens in a new tab with the model, year and known mileage range. Confirm trim, fuel, drivetrain, condition and location on VehiSales; its live inventory may differ.
Market by model year
Gen 4 · 2014–2018What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1,579 | $16,495 | 100% | 96,010 mi |
| 2017 | 1,435 | $14,995 | 91% | 104,191 mi |
| 2016 | 1,161 | $12,552 | 76% | 114,521 mi |
| 2015 | 1,571 | $10,995 | 67% | 118,567 mi |
| 2014 | 1,074 | $9,802 | 59% | 124,417 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
