How much is a 2016 Subaru ForesterDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2016 Subaru ForesterDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €9,950, based on 4 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2016 Subaru Forester depreciate per year?

A Subaru Forester loses roughly 14.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2016 Subaru Forester from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2016 Subaru ForesterDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2016 Subaru ForesterDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Subaru Forester2016

Diesel

€9,950ROI listing median

30 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€9k – €12k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 7h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€9,950

private sale ~€8,923 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€6,297 – €7,646

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

181k km

typical 249k km

Days listed

30d

avg on market · demand 72/100

AI Market Summary

Forester diesel offers practical space and decent fuel economy, but median mileage sits well above typical Irish usage—inspect service history carefully.
Priced reasonably for the class, but diesel injector failures are common on 2016+ models; budget for potential injector cleaning or replacement soon.
Turbocharger bearing wear and DPF clogging are recurring issues. Check for rough idle, turbo lag, or whistling under acceleration before committing.
Request full service records and have a pre-purchase diesel health check; specifically confirm injector condition and DPF regeneration history to avoid costly repairs.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

147 bhp

149 PS

Torque

350 Nm

258 lb·ft

0–62 mph

10.2s

118 mph top

Engine

2.0L

1998 cc

Boot space

520L

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Consumption

5.2 L

per 100 km

CO₂

139 g/km

Euro 6

Fuel tank

60L

Dimensions

Width

1.79m

Height

1.74m

Wheelbase

2.64m

Kerb weight

1,460 kg

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Subaru Forester 2016

Reliability

3/5

The 2016 Subaru Forester diesel offers good practicality and all-wheel drive, but the FA20D diesel engine has proven problematic with injector and turbo issues becoming common from this era onwards. Ownership can be reliable if properly maintained, but diesel servicing and DPF regeneration costs are notably higher than petrol equivalents, reducing overall value proposition.

Known issues

Diesel injector failure and carbon build-up, particularly from 2016 onward; symptoms include rough idle, starting difficulty, and loss of power
Turbocharger bearing wear and premature failure, often manifesting as increased turbo lag or whistling noise under boost
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and forced regeneration cycles, especially on vehicles with frequent short trips
Timing chain tensioner wear causing rattling on cold start; chain stretch can lead to poor running and potential internal damage
EGR valve carbon fouling, reducing engine efficiency and causing fault codes
Dual-mass flywheel premature wear on manual transmissions, creating vibration and clunking on engagement

Good for

Practical SUV shape with generous interior space and good load capacity
Symmetrical all-wheel drive system providing confident handling and winter traction
Decent fuel economy potential when DPF and injectors are in good condition (45–50 mpg mixed)
Strong resale value retention compared to rivals, supported by Subaru brand loyalty

Years to avoid: 2016, 2017, 2018

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