Is it worth repairing or replacing the engine on a 2017 Subaru Forester?

As a general rule of thumb, an engine replacement on a 2017 Subaru Forester (mid-size sedan segment, vehicle value roughly $5,299–$6,745) is usually worth it when the installed cost stays under about $3,011 — roughly 50% of what the vehicle is worth.

What years of Subaru Forester does an remanufactured or new engine fit?

Based on vendor-verified fitment data across 13 listed engines, remanufactured and new engines for this model cover the 1998–2017 model years. Always confirm your exact VIN or engine/transmission code before ordering, since fitment can vary by submodel or engine.

2017 Subaru Forester Engines

Remanufactured engines that fit the 2017 Subaru Forester. Each unit below is matched to this vehicle, warranty-backed, and shipped with freight quoted at checkout from Peak Powertrain.

Available Engines (3)

SUBARU FB25B MPI A/T Engine
Price
$6,688.66
Engine:
2.5L
Condition:
remanufactured
Used Engine
Price
$595.00
Engine:
2.5L
Mileage:
174,845
Condition:
used
Used Engine
Price
$773.00
Engine:
2.5L
Mileage:
127,916
Condition:
used

Other Subaru Forester Years

2025(27)
2024(19)
2023(29)
2022(16)
2021(40)
2020(33)
2019(44)
2018(122)
2017(83)
2016(78)
2015(109)
2014(99)
2013(22)
2012(34)
2011(32)

2017 Subaru Forester Engines

Available Engines (3)

SUBARU FB25B MPI A/T Engine

Used Engine

Used Engine

Other Subaru Forester Years

2017 Subaru Forester Engine Market Context

Is replacing the engine worth it?

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