2012 Subaru Forester L
5J6TF3H5XCL000694
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 12 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 1, 2026Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G-Force Auto Sales | Las Vegas, NV 86445 | $8,995 | 176,626 mi | 2026-03-19 |
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($7,373)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 5J6TF3H5XCL000694Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 23 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Subaru Forester likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Subaru Forester has 15 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 23 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Subaru Forester SUV AWD
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AIR BAGSSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Tribeca, WRX, Outback, and Legacy vehicles, 2010-2011 Impreza vehicles and 2010-2013 Forester vehicles sold, or…NHTSA campaign 19V008000
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AIR BAGSSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Forester, 2010-2014 Tribeca, WRX, Outback, Legacy, and 2010-2011 Impreza vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the…NHTSA campaign 19V007000
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AIR BAGSSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2010-2014 Tribeca, WRX, Legacy and Outback vehicles, 2010-2011 Impreza vehicles and 2010-2013 Forester vehicles sold, or…NHTSA campaign 19V009000
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 2012 Subaru Forester from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Subaru Forester over the last 6 months — the market firmed $735 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $7,995 |
| April 2026 | $8,535 |
| May 2026 | $8,250 |
| June 2026 | $8,195 |
| July 2026 | $8,337 |
| August 2026 | $8,730 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Subaru Forester L (this car) | $7,373 | 12 | — |
| 2014 Toyota RAV4 | $16,247 | 4 | +$8,874 |
| 2014 Ford Edge | $9,982 | 3 | +$2,609 |
| 2011 Hyundai Tucson | $10,368 | 3 | +$2,995 |
| 2012 Jeep Wrangler | $18,990 | 3 | +$11,617 |
| 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | $13,682 | 2 | +$6,309 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 3 · 2011–2013What 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 206 | $8,794 | 100% | 124,269 mi |
| 2012 | 239 | $7,995 | 91% | 132,161 mi |
| 2011 | 233 | $7,394 | 84% | 136,562 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
