The 2026 Subaru Forester offers the perfect blend of capability and versatility for your drives around Mesa and the neighboring communities. Whether you’re navigating carpools in Gilbert with a capable family SUV or conquering weekend trails beyond Tempe in an off-road powerhouse, the Forester delivers comfort and style on every journey.
But is the 2026 Subaru Forester reliable? Join the team at our Chandler dealership as we review the latest Forester SUV’s J.D. Power reliability ranking and what top automotive critics have to say. If you’re thoroughly convinced that the 2026 Subaru Forester is a reliable vehicle, we encourage you to contact us online to schedule your test drive.
The 2026 Subaru Forester offers above-average reliability, consistent with its long-standing reputation. J.D. Power gives the 2026 Forester an overall rating of 84 out of 100 and a reliability rating of 81 out of 100. 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. A higher rating indicates fewer reported issues.
If you’re still on the fence about whether to finance or lease a new Forester, we encourage you to review what top industry critics have to say about this new SUV’s reliability and performance:
The 2026 Subaru Forester is a reliable, family-friendly SUV, and it’s waiting for you at our Chandler showroom. Call us at 480-222-6000 today to schedule a personalized test drive of your preferred configuration at Subaru Superstore of Chandler. To save some time and make the vehicle purchasing process more manageable, you can even apply for financing, value your trade-in, and check out our current lease offers online before you arrive.