The SUBARU FORESTER (2002-08) 5DR ESTATE 2.5 XTEN LEATHER is a roomy five-door estate with the raised stance and all-weather ability of a compact SUV. In the UK it sits between a conventional family estate and a full-size 4x4, offering useful space without feeling oversized. Its leather-trimmed XT specification gives this older Forester a more comfortable, distinctive feel. mycarcheck.com recorded 93 look-ups across 63 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot of cars checked rather than the whole market. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £2,100, average recorded mileage of 124,000 and average annual use of 5,000 miles. The cars had about four previous keepers on average, so condition and service history matter particularly at this age. With cabin and luggage space, sure-footed grip and a 2.5-litre turbo, it suits families, outdoor trips and drivers wanting more character than many compact SUV rivals, though fuel costs can be higher.