2022 Subaru Forester Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

Gardener on January 26, 2024

This is my third Subaru Forrester. I like the newer safety features and ease of handling. The size is perfect for me, not too small or too big! I would recommend if you’re looking for a midsize vehicle.

Cat on September 22, 2023

I purchased the 2023 Wilderness trim in August and I chose it because I live in a very snowy and mountainous area. I certainly needed an upgrade from my trusty 2wd, low-clearance hatchback. I can watch the season change with more peace of mind with its high clearance, AWD and features like Starlink and X-mode ready to step in when called upon. I’m a huge fan of the vehicle’s exterior styling and the interior feels luxurious and durable. The cabin is well-insulated from engine and road noise. One drawback is that the sound system lacks depth even with the base turned all the way up (I don’t have the Harmon Kardon stereo option). I’ve never owned a car with a sunroof before and I love letting in extra daylight and looking up at the cliffs and trees during stops so I can’t imagine life without it, now. Even the low beam headlights provide clear-as-day visibility on the darkest nights, but I’d be worried about blinding other drivers so I’d give more follow distance. Many reviewers seem dissatisfied with its acceleration, but it hasn’t felt underpowered to me and I drive a Chevy Suburban for work. It feels like I’m barely touching the accelerator to cruise up steep grades, but I’m a leisurely driver so my expectations differ. 🙂

Trailrunner on February 7, 2023

My only complaints are, it could use a little more power and a little less road noise. Otherwise, I'm very pleased with my Subaru Forester Touring.

O on February 7, 2023

Bought a 22 Touring, the car is great, (I traded a 2019 RAV4 XSE hybrid, forester is just better built and a better quality vehicle by far). Pros: comfortable, safe, plenty of legroom and headroom for all, I have tall friends (6’4”/6’2”) and all have enough room), great visibility, things are where they need to be and where it makes sense, sound system is good and the eyesight system is a lot better than the Toyota system, also the ride quality is superior. Cons: lacks a few small things that should be there on a 2022 vehicle such as interior light auto shut off, if you leve your interior lights on by mistake these won’t auto shut off, it doesn’t have a wireless cell charger, or wireless apple play connection, also it should have a fast charger (USB-c).

BoJean on November 25, 2022

My wife just replaced her Honda CR-V EXL with a new 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness. We absolutely love it! While the styling is a bit "boxy" for some, the functionality and outward visibility is top tier. And the Wilderness trim level has a substantially rugged appearance. The interior fit and finish is excellent. The standard AWD is a big plus. We opted for the Harmon Karden sound system package and the sound quality is incredible. We are now a two Subaru family as my ride is a 2020 Ascent.

Retired on August 1, 2022

Excellent visual, and safety features. We are very proud of the look & comfort of the ride. We couldn’t be more satisfied! We loved the consumer reports on the Forester!

TOM on July 5, 2022

This is our fourth Subaru. Just traded in my 2020 crystal white pearl 2020 Forester touring for the crystal green silica Forester touring. Love the new color. Looks great with the saddle brown interior. Have had nothing but enthusiastic compliments about its appearance. It drives really smoothly. All the features are very convenient and ergonomic. Combined with the Eyesight, they give you a real sense of safety. Driver visibility is very good.. The premium sound system really delivers. Mileage has been good in both Foresters. You can't go wrong with this vehicle!

Widow Purchase on June 10, 2022

Had a GMC Terrain for 11 yrs. 2022 Forester is quieter- has better windshield view. Driving ease with eye sight. Had car for 1 month Took from Chicago - Florida. Ease and safety features on trip were amazing. Mileage was so much appreciated at today costs. New Widow’s first road trip driving. Had to learn GPS tech quickly. Love this car.

Tom Hyatt on June 6, 2022

I recently took delivery of a 2022 Subaru Forester Premium after waiting three months from ordering to arrival at my dealer. I have to say it was worth the wait. It is a wonderful SUV, quiet, very comfortable, with great road manners. I have seen comments about it's lack of power but I have not found that to be true at all. There is plenty of power for passing and entering the freeway. The CVT and engine work well together so that the car seems to get from one place to another effortlessly. I particularly like the design of the interior. The materials are top notch, there is plenty of variety in the design and in the way the various materials blend and interact. The seats are super comfortable. I am not a big fan of the material for the top of the dash - a sort of black, rubbery plastic, but it does cut down on any reflection from the dash to the windshield. All the switchgear work with ease and the function of the various buttons and knobs (so many of them !) are easy to understand and get used to. The radio, media, info screens, etc are a bit scattered with information repeated sometime in three different places, but it is all configurable so that, in the end, the driver can end up the the desired information in the proper place. What I like most: big sunroof, very secure feeling on the road without a single squeak or rattle, great handling, good gas mileage, quality materials, that Subaru "thing" that lets you know that a LOT of thought and care has gone into the design and execution of this car, and lastly, all the little things that seem to make the buying and owning of a Subaru special. What I think could be improved: Allow the driver to disable the engine stop/start permanantly, move the cup holders further toward the dash so that it not so awkward to pick up a hot cup of coffee, provide a better space for cell phones to both plug in and rest, forget the "piano black" plastic material anywhere in the car. (why do car manufacturers seem to think that this dust and fingerprint magnet is a good material for a car dash? Beats me. ) This might be the best car I have ever owned. Certainly it is the best for the money. A little over $28K gets you a basketful of features plus AWD that you would have to pay extra for in most other cars. And, in the Premium trim and above, you get that panoramic sunroof and all the safety features and vehicle intelligence options (almost) that you could want. With just about the best resale value right now, It's a good investment as well.

TERI on June 6, 2022

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS CAR. IT RIDES GREAT, HAS ALL THE WHISTLES AND BELLS, GREAT INTERIOR AND LOOKS GREAT. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. IT ALSO HAS REDUCED EMISSIONS AND AND GETS GOOD GAS MILEAGE.