Delivering outstanding capability and versatility for daily drives and weekend outings, the 2026 Subaru Forester is a top choice for many Fort Bliss drivers. If you are considering upgrading to this off-road-ready SUV, you might be wondering, “Is the Subaru Forester reliable?” Below, the team at Group 1 Subaru El Paso will go over this model’s J.D. Power reliability ranking and trusted automotive critics’ reviews, so you can determine if this will be your next vehicle.
J.D. Power collects ratings from hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners to form the J.D. Power 100-Point Score. The 2026 Subaru Forester received an overall J.D. Power 100-Point Score of 84 out of 100, with 81 specifically for reliability. The reliability score reflects J.D. Power’s measurement of the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners, encompassing all aspects of the vehicle from the engine to the infotainment system. Since a higher rating indicates fewer reported issues, that means 2026 Subaru Forester owners have not experienced many issues.
Thanks to the stellar Subaru Forester reliability rating from J.D. Power, you can rest assured that you’ll take home a model you can count on for your drives around Mission Valley. If you’d like to get more opinions about this SUV, see what these industry experts have to say below:
Before you trade in your current ride for a new Forester, visit our El Paso lot and take this model out for a spin. In the meantime, feel free to see how this Subaru SUV compares to competitors, like the Toyota RAV4.
