2018 Subaru Forester Premium ES
JF2SJAGC6JH547872
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 262 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 4, 2026Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Estimate the monthly payment at the typical market price ($16,722)
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for JF2SJAGC6JH547872Full 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 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.
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 August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 28 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2018 Subaru Forester SUV AWD
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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
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AIR BAGSSubaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Forester vehicles equipped with heated seats.NHTSA campaign 19V701000
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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 August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2018 Subaru Forester over the last 6 months — the market firmed $175 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $16,995 |
| May 2026 | $17,041 |
| June 2026 | $17,200 |
| July 2026 | $17,304 |
| August 2026 | $16,999 |
| September 2026 | $17,170 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Subaru Forester Premium ES (this car) | $16,722 | 262 | — |
| 2019 Chevrolet Equinox | $12,995 | 44 | −$3,727 |
| 2020 Ford Escape | $13,270 | 19 | −$3,452 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Trax | $9,995 | 16 | −$6,727 |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | $19,994 | 14 | +$3,272 |
| 2018 Toyota RAV4 | $22,167 | 13 | +$5,445 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
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 | 1,340 | $16,849 | 100% | 96,148 mi |
| 2017 | 1,231 | $14,995 | 89% | 106,785 mi |
| 2016 | 984 | $12,840 | 76% | 114,227 mi |
| 2015 | 1,322 | $11,299 | 67% | 117,668 mi |
| 2014 | 853 | $9,990 | 59% | 124,341 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
