2026 Subaru Outback vs 2026 Subaru Forester
Both are commonly cross-shopped against each other. Here’s how their real 5-year ownership costs actually compare, using real market pricing data rather than sticker price alone.
Pricing data refreshed monthly · last updated September 2026
2026 Subaru Outback
$45,4235-year total · $757/moPrice: $46,283 · 29 MPG
Depreciation: $23,305 · Fuel: $7,241
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500
2026 Subaru Forester
$38,0405-year total · $634/moPrice: $39,329 · 29 MPG
Depreciation: $16,339 · Fuel: $7,241
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500
Most of the gap comes from depreciation ($6,966 higher for the Subaru Outback) and taxes and fees ($417 higher for the Subaru Outback).
After 5 years, the Subaru Outback keeps about 50% of its value and the Subaru Forester about 58%.
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