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Subaru has been selling the Crosstrek subcompact crossover SUV for 10 years and has become one of the brand's most popular models.
In 2022, the Crosstrek had its biggest year ever, earning the title of best-selling Subaru in America. Buyers bought 155,142 Crosstreks that year, outselling the larger Outback and Forester SUVs. Both MotorTrend and Consumer Reports ranked the Crosstrek America's best subcompact SUV.
Now, with an all-new update for 2024, Crosstrek's winning streak is likely to continue.
Overview...The Subaru Crosstrek is a five-passenger, two-row subcompact SUV with standard symmetrical four-wheel drive and the buyer's choice of a 2.0-liter or 2.5-liter engine. As one of the most affordable small SUVs on the market, the Crosstrek was named Best Value SUV by the Northwest Automotive Press Association at our annual event. SUV of the Year Contest “Mudfest”.
We chose the Crosstrek for its affordability, balanced by its excellent on- and off-road abilities for budget-conscious shoppers. Not only was the Crosstrek the most affordable vehicle in the competition, it also had the EPA's highest fuel economy ratings. Additionally, the Crosstrek Sport and Limited trims are made in the USA, in Lafayette, Indiana.
Exterior...The new third-generation Crosstrek is not much different from previous generations. It's still an attractive hatchback, but the new body features more pronounced fenders and slightly more protective coating.
The new generation is an improvement and looks more aggressive than previous Crosstreks. All trim levels except the base come with roof rails, as Crosstrek owners like roof tents, pods and baskets for their adventures.
Interior...Crosstrek's new interior is also evolutionary, with all but the base trim featuring a vertically oriented 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment interface. The front seats have also been redesigned to increase occupant stability, especially on uneven surfaces.
Overall, the Crosstrek is built to be used, with features such as waterproof and mudproof cargo trays, optional rubberized protection for the rear seat backrests, and even an optional set of heavy-duty seat covers and a Large cargo area pad for those with pets that ride along.
The difference between the two powertrains isn't as stark as it was on the last generation, but it's still substantial. The 2.5-liter engine is what you want, as it only sacrifices 1 mpg tops, and the EPA real-world combined fuel economy is identical.
All models come with Subaru's Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission, engaging the brand's unique all-wheel drive system. The Crosstrek comes with X-Mode traction control, which gives the small SUV an almost incredible ability to traverse loose and slippery surfaces, both uphill and downhill.
Safety and Technology...The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has given the 2023 Crosstrek a five-star crash test rating, and there's little reason to think the next generation will be any less safe. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety consistently rates the Crosstrek as a “Top Safety Pick,” and that ranking is expected to continue as well.
A big reason for the Crosstrek's excellent safety rating is Subaru's advanced EyeSight driver assistance technology, including adaptive cruise control and lane-centering. This is standard equipment on all trims and takes the most affordable SUV to the next level in advanced driver assistance and modern safety features. All trims – except the base – come with Blind Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Steering assistance also implements emergency auto steering, which will swerve the car to avoid obstacles.
As mentioned, the dash infotainment on all trims over the base is an 11.6-inch touchscreen, oriented vertically in the dash. That gives you plenty of screen real estate, especially if you buy the optional navigation on the top limited trim. However, the 11.6-inch screen also includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so navigating is a cinch in any case. The first two trims, Sport and Limited, also come with a wireless device charger in the center console.
Driving Impressions...The Crosstrek competes with an extensive lineup of small SUVs, including the Honda HR-V, Toyota Corolla Cross, Buick Encore GX, Chevrolet Trailblazer, Jeep Renegade, Nissan Kicks and the Mazda CX-30. Of all these, only the Mazda rivals the Crosstrek in driving experience.
The new Crosstrek is stable, silent, agile and fast on the road. This is an economy SUV with the driving dynamics of a hatchback car and the interior noise of a mid-size luxury vehicle. There's none of the tiny, cheap feel you get with many small budget crossovers. Even with the 2.0 liter engine you get decent acceleration and road performance. The 2.5 liter engine gives you even more confidence when passing.
As we mentioned, there are four trim levels in the 2024 Crosstrek, and soon there will be five when the Wilderness edition arrives later this year. Base and Premium trims have been reported before, and the Sport trim with the 2.5-liter engine starts at $30,290, including delivery fees. The options are few, but you can get an electric sunroof; blind-spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross-traffic alert, and a 10-way electric driver's seat with two-way lumbar support for $1,920.
But at that point, you too can get all that and more for $32,190 by selecting the top limited trim. You'll also get leather, better wheels, updated headlights, and more. Option packages available for the Limited include a power sunroof and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon audio system for $1,795. You can also add a navigation system and Harman Kardon audio system for $2,445.
If you really want the Crosstrek for off-road use, you should probably wait a few months and get the Crosstrek Wilderness, which comes out later this year. The Wilderness package adds a body lift, all-terrain tires and a 4.11 final drive ratio to allow the Crosstrek to climb steeper hills. The new final drive ratio also increases the Crosstrek Wilderness's towing capacity to 3,500 pounds.
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek will cost $33,290 including all taxes. For an additional $2,270 in that trim, you can get the optional package including power sunroof, 10-way power driver's seat with two-way lumbar support and Harman Kardon audio system.
In short, the Subaru Crosstrek's price and feature ladder is pretty compact, so there's every reason to climb to the top and get the car you really want for not a lot of extra cash.
-Is Subaru Crosstrek Reliable?
The Subaru Crosstrek has a Reliability Index of 4.5 out of 5, which is considered to be Excellent. Out of all 26 compact SUV models available, the Crosstrek takes the top spot, which is no mean feat when competing with the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V.
-How long will Crosstrek last?
It's reasonable to expect 200,000 miles or more. That means you can easily expect a Crosstrek to last around 13 years.
-Will Crosstrek hold its value?
Crosstrek regularly makes top 10 lists for resale value.
Reporting: Jeff Zurschmeide
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