2026 Subaru Forester Lease Deals

2026 October 2026 offers · Updated October 12, 2026
2026 Subaru Forester Base
Advertised LeaseBaseAll Wheel Drive
$279/mo1
Excellent deal
  • 36 months
  • $4,278 due at signing
  • 10,000 mi/yr
Effective Monthly
$3902
MSRP as Advertised
$31,4453
Offer Ends
Nov 2

Closed-end lease. $4,278 total due at signing. 36 monthly payments of $279 (first due at signing) total $10,044. 10,000 mi/yr. Excludes taxes, title, license, registration, and dealer fees. On approved credit.

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2026 Subaru Forester Trims & Lease Prices

10 trims from $29,995 to $41,545. Scroll to compare.

BasePremiumPremium HybridSportLimitedWildernessSport HybridLimited HybridTouringTouring Hybrid
Starting MSRP3$29,995$31,995$34,730$34,795$35,995$36,995$37,930$38,995$39,995$41,545
Invoice Price3$28,167$29,992$32,501$32,564$33,562$34,658$35,440$36,305$37,294$38,714
Potential Savings$1,828$2,003$2,229$2,231$2,433$2,337$2,490$2,690$2,701$2,831
Est. Lease Payment4$279/mo Advertised$298/mo$323/mo$324/mo$335/mo$344/mo$353/mo$363/mo$372/mo$386/mo

Is the 2026 Subaru Forester Lease a Good Deal?

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Excellent deal. The advertised payment is 28% below the $387/mo median lease payment across Forester listings we track (range $171–$733).

Effective payment
$390/mo2
Due at signing spread over 36 months
Payment vs. MSRP
0.89%
Under 1% a month is a strong lease
Typical Forester lease
$387/mo6
Range $171–$733

About The 2026 Subaru Forester Lease

The 2026 Subaru Forester is advertised at $279 a month for 36 months on the Base trim (MSRP $31,445), with $4,278 due at signing and 10,000 miles a year. The Forester starts at $29,995 MSRP with a dealer invoice of about $28,167 for the Base. It's offered in 10 trims: Base ($29,995), Premium ($31,995), Premium Hybrid ($34,730), Sport ($34,795), Limited ($35,995), Wilderness ($36,995), Sport Hybrid ($37,930), Limited Hybrid ($38,995), Touring ($39,995), Touring Hybrid ($41,545). Advertised lease payments assume a selling price near MSRP, so negotiating the price toward invoice lowers your payment. Closing the full $1,828 gap would cut about $51 a month.

Lease Terms To Check Before You Sign

  • 10,000 miles per year

    If you drive more, ask for a higher-mileage version now; it is cheaper than paying overage later.

  • $4,278 due at signing

    A $0-down version would raise the payment by about $114/mo, and keeps your cash safe if the vehicle is totaled early.

  • Fees in the fine print

    $300 disposition at lease end.

  • Regional pricing

    Lease programs vary by region. Other areas often have a different payment, so confirm with a dealer near your ZIP.

Lease vs. Buy The 2026 Subaru Forester

Lease
$279/mo1
36 months, then return it or buy it out
Finance (estimate)
$538/mo5
60 months at 7% APR, same $4,278 down

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a 2026 Subaru Forester lease per month?

The current advertised 2026 Subaru Forester Base lease is $279 per month for 36 months with $4,278 due at signing and 10,000 miles per year. Counting the money due at signing, the effective cost is about $390 per month.

Is the 2026 Subaru Forester lease a good deal?

We rate it "Excellent deal". The advertised payment is 28% below the $387/mo median lease payment across Forester listings we track (range $171–$733).

What trims are available to lease on the 2026 Subaru Forester?

The 2026 Subaru Forester comes in 10 trims: Base ($29,995), Premium ($31,995), Premium Hybrid ($34,730), Sport ($34,795), Limited ($35,995), Wilderness ($36,995), Sport Hybrid ($37,930), Limited Hybrid ($38,995), Touring ($39,995), Touring Hybrid ($41,545). The advertised lease is on the Base trim; other trims lease for more or less depending on price.

When does the 2026 Subaru Forester lease offer expire?

The current offer runs through November 2, 2026. Manufacturers usually refresh lease programs at the start of each month.

How much do you need down to lease a 2026 Subaru Forester?

The advertised offer requires $4,278 due at signing, which usually covers the first payment, a down payment, and fees. Rolling that into the lease instead would add roughly $114 per month.

Is it better to lease or buy a 2026 Subaru Forester?

Leasing costs $279/mo here. Financing the same $31,445 vehicle over 60 months at 7% APR with the same $4,278 down is about $538/mo, but you own it at the end. Leasing wins if you want a lower payment and a new vehicle every few years.

  1. 1Advertised lease payment. Manufacturer-advertised closed-end lease for the 2026 Subaru Forester Base (MSRP $31,445), offered through participating dealers on approved credit; not all customers qualify. $4,278 total due at signing. 36 monthly payments of $279 (first due at signing) total $10,044. 10,000 mi/yr. Excludes taxes, title, license, registration, and dealer fees. A $300 disposition fee is due at lease end. Offer expires November 2, 2026. Payment and terms are set by the manufacturer and participating dealers. AutoFinder is not a lessor, does not set pricing, and is not a party to any lease. Sourced from subaru.com on October 12, 2026.
  2. 2Effective monthly cost. AutoFinder calculation: $4,278 due at signing plus the remaining 35 payments of $279 ($14,043 total), divided by 36 months. Excludes taxes, title, registration, the $300 disposition fee, and any excess mileage or wear charges. For comparison only.
  3. 3MSRP and invoice price. MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price for the trim shown and may exclude destination charges, options, and dealer-installed accessories. Invoice prices are estimates of dealer cost from AutoFinder's vehicle data provider and do not reflect holdbacks, incentives, or regional pricing. Potential savings is MSRP minus estimated invoice. Dealers set the actual selling price.
  4. 4Estimated lease payment by trim. AutoFinder estimate made by scaling the advertised Base payment by each trim's starting MSRP. This is not an offer from any manufacturer, lender, or dealer. Actual payments depend on residual value, money factor, incentives, credit approval, and dealer pricing, and exclude taxes and fees.
  5. 5Finance payment estimate. AutoFinder calculated $538 per month by financing $27,167 (the advertised MSRP less $4,278 down) over 60 months at 7% APR with $0 applied for a trade-in. These are AutoFinder's assumptions. This is not an offer of credit, not a quote from any lender, and not based on your credit history; your actual rate, term, and payment will differ. Excludes taxes, title, license, registration, and dealer fees.
  6. 6Typical lease and deal rating. Median ($387/mo) and range ($171–$733/mo) of estimated lease payments across Forester listings AutoFinder tracks. The deal rating compares the advertised payment to that median and is for comparison only.

Manufacturer Offer. MSRP $31,445 (incl. $1,450 freight charge). Net cap cost of $27,246 (incl. $650 acq. fee). Total monthly payments are $10,044. Lease end purchase option is $18,867. Must take delivery from retailer stock by November 2, 2026. Other leases available on other trim levels. Cannot be combined with any other offer unless allowed by that offer. Special lease rates extended to well-qualified buyers. Subject to credit & vehicle insurance approval. Inventory may be limited. Not all buyers may qualify. Payments may be higher in some states. Net cap cost & monthly payment excludes tax, license, title, registration, insurance, additional options, & retailer charges. Retailer participation may affect actual payment. At lease end, lessee is responsible for vehicle maintenance & repairs not covered by warranty, excessive wear & tear, 15 cents per mile over 10,000 miles/year and $300 disposition fee (excl. NY and WI). Lessee pays personal property & ad valorem taxes (where applicable) & insurance. Not available in HI. See participating retailer for details. Now through November 2, 2026 lease a new 2026 Forester for $279/month on a 36-month lease (Base trim, code TFB-01). $4,278 due at lease signing plus tax & license. $0 security deposit.

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2026 Forester Base
$279/mo1