2021 Subaru Crosstrek review // A huge hit for Subaru

[@Dweller415]

Appreciate your review. I test drove the Subaru Forester yesterday (and loved it). I also test drove the Cross Trek yesterday (and loved it as well). I decided on the Cross Trek because it is in that perfect “Goldilocks” zone of autos. Small and efficient enough for the city but perfect for weekend trips to the mountains and coast. Anyway, I ordered the Cross Trek Limited and just waiting on it to be delivered. Thanks again.

[@Motormouth...]

Good choice!

[@GHinWI]

I’m a fan of manual-adjust seats. Power seats move so slowly they drive me nuts.

[@anthonytran98290]

Power seat Ya ya ya ya

[@billybio6840]

True, and once you get it set, you never move it

[@441meatloaf]

@@billybio6840 Unless someone else drives it...there are both pros and cons to power and non-power seats.

[@ronny-drz]

I own a 2019 Crosstrek Sport with the 2.0L 6-speed manual and a 2021 Crosstrek Limited with the 2.5L & CVT. You are right, the 2.5L is the motor needed and in my opinion, blows the 2.0L away - just what was needed. At 120 km/hr the manual revs a bit high at 3,000 rpm. I love the manual you have to wring her out to get going, compared to the 2.5L with 30 more hp and much lower revving on the highway at 120km/hr on the highway. If only we had a manual with the 2.5L !! I highly recommend the Crosstrek, one of the best cars of 30 cars I have had over the years. Nice review, good work!

[@markt3440]

Love my Crosstrek sport. Just came back from a 1500 mile trip. Averaged 36.5 MPG in mixed driving. CVT works really well and startek seat material is awesome! Good luck finding one.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Awesome! I really love that seat material as well.

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks for sharing!

[@markt3440]

@@JohnDoe-wy2py join Costco and go through there auto buying program

[@johnmitchell5264]

A couple of months ago I went to buy a new Crosstrek spec'd exactly like your test vehicle. Sport in the white color. The dealership didn't have any Sports in stock, they had a Base model and a Limited model. Due to the chip shortage they couldn't tell me when they would have more. So I ended up getting an Outback. One negative thing about the Crosstrek is that no powered lift gate is available, regardless of the trim ordered. Sidenote: yesterday I went by the dealership and they had no Crosstreks in stock. To give you an indication of how crazy the used car market is currently I sold my 2017 4Runner for more than I gave for it new 4 years ago.

[@andreaspencer9813]

The used car market is just crazy right now Not enough new cars available and it's difficult to get a used vehicle now too.

[@johnmitchell5264]

@@andreaspencer9813 Just like the real estate market now, a good time to sell, not a good time to buy.

[@ACvols88]

@@johnmitchell5264 Unless you buy a new one, doesn’t make sense to sell your car to buy a used car

[@snogirrlx]

I have an Outback I wish the liftgate was manual because I find it sooooo slow

[@get_busy_living]

Ordered a Sport 6speed manual May 12. Expecting mid July, can't wait going crazy 🤪

[@andreaspencer9813]

Congratulations! Enjoy!

[@genzigzag]

Thank you for putting your hard earned dollars on the line to save the manuals!!

[@get_busy_living]

@@JohnDoe-wy2py You are correct but I'm not from the U.S I'm from Canada. The manual Sport in Canada comes with the 2.0 engine, LED steering responsive headlights, moonroof and the 8 inch screen.

[@stuntmonkey00]

I wish they had gone LED headlights with the Outdoor trim. So it's either the Sport with the LED's and sunroof and the 2.0l for a bit less, or the Outdoor with the 2.5l. Most people are going to want the bigger engine but nearly everybody is underwhelmed by the halogen reflectors.

[@Bacon-Moo]

Been an owner of 2021 Crosstrek Outdoor (2.5L) since October 2020... I like many things about it but a few major things are making me reconsider: 1) The CVT makes it boring to drive in the city. It's smooth on the highway. 2) There's no way this vehicle gets 8.5L/100KM fuel economy in the city. You would have to be in Super-Grandpa-Mode to even get close. I'm always above 10L/100KM and if I want to have a little fun it quickly rises to above 12L/100KM.. and in the winter with heating accessories ON you'll quickly approach 15L/100KM even while driving like a normal person. Positives: Easy access IN and OUT, great visibility, smooth highway driving where the 2.5L shines.

[@PeterSodhi]

I get less than 8l/100k from mine and can sometimes get as low as 6.5l/100km. Trick is to let the computer drive the car ...you will be shocked at how much difference that makes.

[@Bacon-Moo]

@@PeterSodhi You must do 80% highway driving.

[@zakirmoria87]

I wish they would offer 2.5 with 6 speed manual as an option

[@Maggieismydog]

I can’t wait to see what you guys think of the 2024 Crosstrek that has just been released. We get it mid 2023 in Australia, I currently drive a 2014 Forester XT and will be considering updating to the Crosstrek Hybrid next year.

[@youmyname]

hardworking couple you deserve more subscribers

[@andreaspencer9813]

We are definitely working on it! :)

[@mkm1811]

Agree 100%

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@mkm1811 Thank you!

[@gobear83]

We bought the exact model for my wife , she was coming from a turbo Forester and she much prefers the new Crosstrek. We agree the new more powerful motor …makes this a winner

[@andreaspencer9813]

Awesome, thanks for sharing!

[@drake5557]

What a down grade. Forester XT any day over a Crosstrek.

[@gobear83]

@@drake5557…the Forester XT had one redeeming quality it went relatively fast in a straight line. The throttle response was too sensitive and hard to modulate , it’s runs only on premium fuel and was fuel not efficient , it had so much antiquated technology and very few drivers aides like blind spot monitoring. If you drive both back to back ( and I’m sure you didn’t ) the new Crosstrek rides and handles much much better. And finally change is good… new experiences are good …And you’re entitled to your opinion .

[@drake5557]

@@gobear83 that's kinda funny hearing that. My daily is a 2005 Forester 2.5XT with a 5 speed manual. I specifically bought that car, because only 2004-2008 Forester XT's in the states came with a manual transmission. The 2004-2005 2.5XT were the fastest Foresters sold in the United States. The 2004-2005 WRX still had an EJ205, or 2.0L turbo engine. The Forester XT got a bigger displacement 2.5l engine. These cars were faster than the WRX when new for 2004-2005. The 2004-2005 cars have an identical bottom to the ones used in 2004-2006 WRX STI's. Turbocharger from the 2002-2008 WRX, similar intercooler. From 2006+ they got heavier, and in 2009-2018, CVT only. I'm assuming you had a 2009-2013 Forester XT. Those transmissions are absolutely garbage. The 2014-2018 cars had the FA20dit engine, from the newer 2015+ WRX. Also had paddles and you could put it into a Sport mode, had 8-9 similated gears. Much more fuel efficient than the EJ255 it replaced. Why would you get an XT if premium was an issue? It's a turbocharged car, what's not to be expected? If you didn't buy it for speed, why not stick to a regular Forester - even an Outback with the 3.6l flat 6? Unlucky for you, I worked at a Subaru dealership in 2019-2020. I got to drive all the new models for 2021. The new Crosstrek, Forester, Legacy, Outback all just feel so pedestrian. I did like driving the few Crosstrek (6 speed) and Imprezas (5 speed) optioned with a stick shift. Also surprisingly, the Ascent was super fun to drive. Same engine as the new Outback XT and Legacy XT. I have driven ever generation of Forester XT (pre-facelift SG, post facelift, SH, and SJ). The newer ones definitely handled worse, but then again, the SF and SG foresters were heavily based on the Impreza. My Forester is basically an Impreza with a hot engine and a bigger roofline. Your Forester most likely handled like shit, because you didn't have the appropriate tires, and I sure as hell bet it wasn't riding on WRX struts and springs, with grippy tires on forged wheels... Yeah I didn't drive them back to back 😂. But I'd rather die than drive a slow, anemic, CVT car that is programmed to turn the engine off at every light. Just my 2 cents, but have a fucking Dollar. My change is good. Also love Wallace and Gromit, good times.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

Almost 5:30am here.. And I am waiting for my Coffee pot to finish So I can fully wake up. Anyway, I am glad to be back to watching my favorite Couple.. (Okay it's just Andrea, but the Hubby's humor is right up there with Andrea's popularity). Enjoy watching you guys, as I know others here do as well.. Have a great Weekend you guys!!!!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much, really glad to hear you are enjoying the content. Awesome!

[@williamauyeung2968]

I'm also in Vancouver and I'm driving the 2021 crosstrek limited! Love this car!!! I'm waiting for the crosstrek wilderness to hit the market (should be in 1-2 years) and it's gonna be great for off-roading as well

[@andreaspencer9813]

Awesome, congratulations, glad you like it!

[@markbarrett2686]

All we need now is a model with a 6speed and a turbocharged WRX / STI setup. That would be a homerun in my book!

[@janoycresnova9156]

Absolutely, it is begging for a turbo engine. My opinion, the 2.5 should be base engine and 2.0T should be higher trim.

[@nickolastiguan]

It will be too expensive, and not enough people will actually buy the turbo models.

[@genzigzag]

And next to no one will buy it...

[@janoycresnova9156]

@@genzigzag that's not true at all. Look at other brands that introduced more powerful engine options. The sales go up especially in a super hot compact/sub compact SUV market. Same thing happened to Crosstrek once they gave it 2.5L trim.

[@genzigzag]

@@janoycresnova9156 look at the original comment, a 6spd manual and a wrx/sti setup... that won't appeal to the mass market. If it's an automatic with a turbo, but not a full sport model it will sell, like Mazda has proven.

[@yegscaper6444]

Great review. Thanks for talking about the value. I feel it’s the reason I bought a 2018 and really hits the sweet spot for Canadians consumers.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed the review.

[@chrisalthorp4771]

We swapped my wife's 2018 Q3 for one of these. I drive I all the time leaving my Q5 in the garage. Great car! Easy to drive, plenty of power, ample room even in the back seat, cheap to gas up....yes it hasn't got the cache as Audi but it's 20k cheaper than the Q3 and twice the car IMO. Best car I've bought in a long time.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Fabulous, thanks for sharing!

[@hoser7706]

All of your videos are great in production, delivery of information all while remaining entertaining and fun!

[@Motormouth...]

Glad you like them!

[@jean-francois2180]

What a great review, again. This vehicle checks off so many boxes but I actually find it irresponsible nowadays to sell a vehicle with halogen headlights. They just don’t do the job of letting you see down the road at night.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the review and thanks for sharing your point of view.

[@markt3440]

The headlights are actually quite good, although they are not led. This is a none issue for me.

[@rivercitymetaldetecting9854]

LEDs are great until something goes wrong once your vehicle is out of warranty. Price the steering responsive oem replacements. A lot cheaper replacing a halogen bulb or a harness in the rare scenario one should go. Halogens also emit heat unlike LEDs. This can be a good thing in sleet & freezing rain. Also, if you want brighter, "burn the retinas of oncoming traffic" bright there are aftermarket bulds that will do what ya need. The LED argument is stupid. But people want the latest & greatest so.

[@ArgonByte]

I'd rather have halogen, personally. They are bright enough, are cheaper to replace (though admittedly you are replacing them much more often), and the incandescent light bulbs generate heat to help prevent ice buildup in the winter.

[@rivercitymetaldetecting9854]

@@ArgonByte I just spoke with a Subaru tech. OEM replacements for the steering responsive LED lights are $785 each + labor for install which means your vehicle will be in a shop. The problem people don't realize: "Unlike traditional bulbs that can easily be detached from their fixtures, integrated LED bulbs are built into multiple electrical circuit boards. This means that it cannot easily be replaced if a bulb blows, especially not by the average person. Instead, the whole integrated fixture must be replaced." Once your warranty is up if things go south the customer eats that cost. If a halogen goes out it a few $ and a few minutes to change it out.

[@trentsevern2866]

I have the 21 Outdoor model. There is a charging port for the back. Just use the ones in the armrest. Going to need a long cable though. My only gripe is the touch screen. It can be finicky. Also the eyesight is great on long drives when you marry it with the cruise and lane assist features.

[@dankeller399]

The new Corolla Cross is hoping to get a foot hold in that category as well.

[@jedclampett7705]

Now that’s an interesting tidbit. Up front low to ground camera for seeing when going over rocks…only in Canuck-land. Not the HUGE USA market. Wonder why.

[@HB-kq4bk]

Great review! Thank you guys! Been watching for 2 years now.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Sacto1654]

I do think that Subaru may be considering the CB18 turbocharged engine for the Crosstrek. It has the same HP as the 2.5-liter natural aspirated engine but with a much higher torque peak, very desirable for a true AWD vehicle like the Crosstrek.

[@kevinW826]

I drove both models. For some reason I liked the 2.0 more. I would love to get one one day.

[@normt430]

These are US$20K cars nobody aspires too. Did see the TFL bought a Crosstrek 2.0l and tried driving up a hill with their foot to the floor? Same results with Outback 2.5l foot to the floor going no where.

[@kevinW826]

@@normt430 what I saw was the Subaru doing a better job than anything GM could make.

[@normt430]

@@kevinW826 why did another Japanese have to buy a stake in Fuji Heavy Industry and help them with hybrids? Subaru is a developing country brand and no more!

[@kevinW826]

@@normt430 it’s still a better brand than GM. Prove me wrong.

[@normt430]

@@kevinW826 In 2019 was"...the biggest recall Subaru has ever seen. Some 1.3 million Subaru Forester SUVs, Impreza sedans and wagons, WRX and STI sedans, and Crosstrek SUVs were recalled in March for an issue apparently stemming from contaminants in common household products such as cosmetics, fabric softener and car polish that could cause a brakelight switch malfunction. Word to owners should have been passed along starting in late April, but if you still haven’t repaired your Subaru, know that dealers only have to replace the brakelight switch as a fix." Cars dot com "...70 percent of new Subaru vehicles are now the object of recalls or service campaigns within two years of being purchased, noting that the “permissible limit” should be around 10 percent." Thetruthaboutcars

[@patriley9449]

I am going to test drive one today. I want the Crosstrek Sport for the bigger engine. I really don't care about the sunroof, leather and LED headlights or power seats. Cars are complicated and expensive enough without all of the extra stuff. I will have to order one as the dealer does not have any available for sale. If they don't hose me too much, I will have one on order today. If they get too greedy, I will walk and do something different which may mean driving my F250 as a daily driver for a while as my old Toyota Matrix died on me and is not worth fixing. The truck gets horrible mileage, but I will not pay an exorbitant inflated price for any car.

[@martqbd]

I am in the USA. I just ordered a sport crosstrek. I am mad at my neighbors to the north. Why do you get the cool extras? I truly enjoy your channel and reviews.

[@stevelamotte5505]

I have the 2021 Crosstrek Limited with the 2.5L and have no complaints. I’m my opinion, the Limited is a much better value given the little difference in cost for the additional features.

[@lynnd23]

I am so torn between this and the Forester. My husband and I hoping to have a baby this year and we have 2 large dogs, 87lb lab and 55lb mutt. I'm short, 5'0 and husband is 5'9. I'm coming from a Honda Civic, so I'm kind of worried that the Forester would be too big and too high for me.

[@antouab221]

Nicely done video on this amazing vehicle!! Ordered one at my local Subaru dealership a day after watching this video lol, Base model with 6 speed manual tranny, just the way I like it...

[@markt3440]

The decibel level is less than 71 decibels at 75 MPH. It can get loud on coarser road surfaces but it’s a loud white noise, not booming. You can always get additional sound insulation like Hushmat.

[@sammyt3514]

Brilliant, informative and fun review as usual guys, thanks. One thing though; Zac needs to upgrade his style game when sitting beside Andrea who looks/is dressed like a supermodel :)

[@Motormouth...]

You don't like my check shirts?

[@sammyt3514]

@@Motormouth... Well, let's just say that plaid doesn't quite match the high fashion outfits Andrea wears 😎

[@westcoast708]

We have a 2018 crosstrek love it but only 152 hp maybe a trade in is on the horizon good review you guys .

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much!

[@velavanlaack9134]

You DON’T look at the the Subaru, full stop. Just drive! They really should make Just Drive as their slogan. Enjoy the AWD and the boxer engine, it’s like none other.

[@IAmJeka]

Awesome review guys. Andre is beating you with knowledge btw Zach! Also, Andrea you are so uniquely pretty. Very beautiful. Zach you're ok too haha

[@Tonga2]

Great review! Down to earth vehicle and down to earth Price ☺️

[@andreaspencer9813]

For sure, thank you very much!

[@raymondleung9271]

I wish they still had the orange color still available.

[@Kaldryf]

The CVT and lack of a 2.0T stopped me from buying this car. Really wanted to love it, but the drivetrain is anemic. Other than that, perfect suburban vehicle.

[@normt430]

Allot of premium 2.0T with very good AWD systems and no modes to enter that will trounce Subaru efficiency today.

[@GLGolden55]

Bought a CT 2.5 L Limited last December, absolutely LOVED this car after years of Imprezas and Legacys. But Friday hit a deer, waiting to to hear if it can be repaired or is totaled (groan!!). Not many red CTs out there, I vote repair! But you'll love the power and many uses of the CT!

[@floppinfish]

Not having 809 horse power stopped me from buying this vehicle. I was also thinking about a Toyota Tacoma. But they are really hard to find with more than 700 hp. I also prefer steam powered. So that's a big no go for me. Guess I'll wait till they get their act together and listen to their buyers. More horse power and steam powered.

[@kennyc_2373]

Wished it had power passenger seats and power lift gate. Hopefully it'll be added next year

[@vicp8772]

Great looking couple, great looking ride. I wish more SUV drivers would look at this, and save on gas. It's all the car u need. I found this sluggish. Offer this in a stick with the 2.5l and loaded, and I may make the trade. Civic hatch 6sp won, in my case.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Fair enough! Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed the review.

[@janoycresnova9156]

How's the acceleration in the civic hatch? You ever felt you needed more power? I'll be looking at the new civic hatch. It's a shame there is no Si hatch. There is type r but it's too expensive.

[@vicp8772]

@@janoycresnova9156 I picked up a 19 sport touring 6sp. It has 2 drive modes. The drive is fun, loves twisties. Can use reg gas. U are at almost gen 9 civic si speeds. I move a mountain bike inside, with me and 2 adults and out a roof rack and actually get 3 bikes in total.

[@vicp8772]

@@andreaspencer9813 sorry Andrea, forgot go habs go. U guys rock

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@vicp8772 Go Habs Go! So exciting, can't wait until Monday.

[@johnreese3762]

Great review, thanks! Here in the USA we don't get the front camera in our "Sport"! ☹ as you noted.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.

[@JungleEddie]

The manual transmission tempts me over the Outback.I have been driving a stick for 20 years now.

[@jasonhindle4399]

I have a legacy and while a comfortable and drivable-I am not a fan of the all touchscreen. It’s difficult to change A/C and heat controls while driving. I notice that all Subaru models are moving towards the full touchscreen platform.

[@janoycresnova9156]

Yeah sadly it's becoming a wide trend now. Everything is a touch screen. Look at new GTI/R.

[@billvanblarcom2609]

Do all these Crosstreks come with that yellow plastic on the steering wheel ? That would drive me nuts.

[@danielfair4675]

No

[@Beer20001]

Great review Andrea and Zack! Its sure a great car and Subaru makes some good vehicles

[@normt430]

Boxer engines are not all that reliable.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much!

[@mamounalnasr2469]

Thank you for a great review folks. I think Subaru should make this car available in Andrea's ensemble's colours.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the review too.

[@mamounalnasr2469]

@@andreaspencer9813 You're welcome. You make a great team with your hubby.

[@Rockrewls]

I like this vehicle but subaru in Canada doesn't offer more then 60 month financing nor do they offer a 200k warranty option for extended warranty, this needs to change.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for sharing!

[@nickr3441]

You probably shouldn't finance past 5 years anyway

[@johnmitchell5264]

If you are having to finance a car in this price range for 60 months or more you need to be looking at used Ramblers.

[@bigq011]

I just bought a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited and was able to Finance no problems for 72 months

[@nickr3441]

@@bigq011 just looked at Subaru website, they won't go past 60 months

[@Gman450a1]

Thanks for another great review. Keep up the good work you two.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much! :)

[@janoycresnova9156]

Would you rather get top trim of Crosstrek or Mazda CX-30 with a 2.5 turbo?

[@andreaspencer9813]

We are going to do a comparison on these two on Tuesday. Stay tuned!

[@janoycresnova9156]

@@andreaspencer9813 awesome, thank you! Looking forward to it!

[@drake5557]

W R X

[@Kaldryf]

CX-30 is super appealing, but starting to get pricey for what it offers. At the 2.5 turbo level, if you care about passengers, you'll jump up to the cx-5 for almost the same price.

[@anismilano7104]

Good review i love you from Algeria 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much!

[@leesalawitch1386]

Great review. I'm concerned about the class action lawsuits against Subaru: battery, windshield, and Eyesight technology.

[@EstellaRJF]

Eyesight technology?

[@michaelguilfoyle3847]

thanks for a great review..of an everyperson vehicle..pricing is not crazy and being in Atlantic Canada the all wheel drive is certainly a great feature...although fwd and good tires are more than enough in my opinion...a pint size suv...just right for empty nesters or a small family..nicely done

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching!

[@bk20034]

Excellent review. My friend has one, she bought it a few years ago, actually, the very first year they came out, and she loves it. To be honest I really haven't looked at them that closely, so my question is: is this an in-line 4 or like a typical Subaru, a boxer engine. One thing about a boxer engine, when it's time for an oil change it leys you know, it starts to get a tad noisy, clacking. Other than that Subaru makes nice vehicles. Thanks for the analytical review video. Cheers Mike.

[@priddle3392]

When is the video going to start? I am sitting here in park waiting to be told to put it into “S” :). Great job as always guys!

[@andreaspencer9813]

lol! Can you believe we forgot to do it! Next time! Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.

[@geocape7060]

Great review for a great car. Love Subaru's.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.

[@kaylapayne1427]

I have been binge watching all of your videos. They are fantastic. Can you do a review on the subaru crosstrek hybrid please :)

[@Motormouth...]

Not sold in Canada unfortunately!

[@kaylapayne1427]

@@Motormouth... ooooh ok, no wonder I can't find it anywhere lol. Thank you for the response

[@erniearruda8861]

Yes it would be nice if this car had a turbo engine, but fuel economy is the key foe this car and the people who drive it. With the price of fuel in Canada is not cheap. in southern Ontario average 87 octane is a$1.30 a litre ,91 octane is $1.65 .The highest gas in B.C. Is probably 87 octane $1.55 a litre and 91 Octane is $2.00 a litre.My son has a Golf GTI and it cost him now about $80 in fuel per tank using 91 octane. Pretty sure both Subaru cross trek and Golf GTI have about the size fuel bladder, that might be with $65 to fill up with 87 octane depending where you live.

[@amberoneill8890]

I bought a new Subaru Crosstrek a couple of months ago and the other day on the way to work hit a pothole and the bottom is already cracked how do they say you could take that up to the mountains.. disappointed in some features..

[@hellopira1]

Subaru really needs to change their interior buttons, they look like 90s

[@markt3440]

I think they look good

[@janoycresnova9156]

I hope they don't just get rid of all of them in favour of touch screens like many brands are doing now.

[@gobear83]

Speaking from experience , they work just fine…they

[@michaela.5363]

I would rather go for an outback if I was looking in that segment

[@natashapilkevich9830]

super helpful, thank you! in terms of parts and maintenance costs for Crosstrek vs. Mazda CX-30 - are there any major differences?

[@RKO859]

Damn. Manual seats and halogen headlights?

[@normt430]

Subaru junkie cars starting in the US$20's.

[@nickr3441]

Yea, it can't break

[@GHinWI]

What’s wrong with manual seats?? They’re inexpensive to make and reliable.

[@markt3440]

Actually very comfortable seats and the headlights work perfectly. You should seek out a used Yugo.

[@howardmativetsky7770]

@@markt3440 LOL good one!

[@MetaView7]

Subaru windshield breaks easily. There is only a little curve to the glass, maybe that makes the big difference.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

Very nice vehicle! But 6.5 in touchscreen? I thought for sure it has bigger 10 in. Thanks for sharing guys! 👍🏻👊🏻

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching, so glad you liked it.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

@@andreaspencer9813 I am enjoy it as always! 👍🏻

[@gregread973]

Limited has 8 inch screen

[@saraaronzon4562]

Perfect t screen, don't need those large screens. Hard to keep pristine. Also, why I'm not looking at the Outback. My choice is between Forrester and Crosstrek

[@ProtestantismLeftBehind]

Do I buy the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Sport or the 2022 VW Taos SE or SEL? Which is more reliable and less maintenance?

[@nickr3441]

Front view camera? Isn't that what your eyes are for?

[@bk20034]

Oh forgot. A question was asked about the backseat room, and Andrea said, ”Zak and I were just back there.” Then he chirps in: “making out”. The counter to hear this is at 6:41. If you listen closely you can hear their boys: “Eeeeeuuu mom and dad, gross”. LOL! You don’t really hear them. But you can imagine what they would be thinking! Excellent guys, keep it light and fun.

[@genzigzag]

Thanks for another entertaining review! Subaru makes some interesting vehicles. My only concern is their flat 4's and 6's tend to begin burning blue smoke after 100,000kms as the oil rings wear on one side... Porsche doesn't seem to have the same issue with a similar design...hmm....

[@vlee1247]

Wanted the Outdoor trim due to the 2.5l engine but could not get past the halogen headlights. Ordered the Limited instead with the LEDs. No car these days should come with halogen headlights anymore.

[@johnmitchell5264]

Could always get a Jeep and pay $1000 extra for the LED headlights. Of course you have to pay extra for everything on a Jeep.

[@ryanclark9415]

Great review on the Crosstrek 👏 Subaru made a good decision putting in the larger boxer engine. Its not very good on rough backwood roads. Climbing up steep grades the vehicle struggles bc of the cvt transmission.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you! I suspect most people will use this Crosstrek for everyday driving, not off-roading. However, it will be great for snowy conditions.

[@ryanclark9415]

@@andreaspencer9813 yes, the majority of buyers will not off-road. I wasn't talking about heavy off-road use. Steep inclines on loose gravel dirt roads, the cvt transmission struggles to get power to the wheels with the most grip. There are customers out there who will be unimpressed when they are stuck on a steep upward incline. The Crosstrek would be fantastic in snowy conditions for sure, which is what it would be used for mostly.

[@normt430]

TFL took their Crosstrek up a steep hill with it floored and barely made it.

[@ryanclark9415]

@@normt430 they stacked it against the new VW Taos with a dual clutch gearbox. The Crosstrek has a CVT and they perform terrible in tricky situations with some inclination.

[@normt430]

@@ryanclark9415 the Crosstek couldn't even over power it's wheels!

[@fernandovargas7562]

Cool video guys

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much!

[@CycloneKracken]

They gotta bring back desert khaki and im sold

[@Sluggergirl]

I am waiting for my 2021 Crosstrek sport to arrive at the dealership in the next couple of weeks in the cool khaki gray color (which I really like), but I absolutely would have loved to get it in desert khaki!

[@Farman9]

I like your videos. Very informative. But, being silly for a second, I notice when I click around KZbin and see one of you videos, Andrea is always in a short skirt. So, that is getting the guys to click on it. KEEP that up.

[@A3A4Tom]

Great review. I have been waiting for a Crosstrek review for a long time. 2.5 Outdoor is definitely to one to beat, within the Crosstrek/Impreza family. Take care and keep cool during Vancouver heat dome.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much, really glad you enjoyed it. Oh boy, it's going to be a hot one for us!

[@laineybugger]

Do they offer a side “lane change” camera? My Honda has it built into the passenger side mirror

[@Grant-du8ix]

No

[@fernandovargas7562]

Great Subaru Crosstrek sport … cool machine

[@server1ok]

I asked the price for importing this to Sweden, to avoid the Hybrid. 40 k USD for the base model 2.0 -_- and the wait is 6 Months + not a guaranteed Gov. approval, in which case it turns into a Couch without a motor.

[@stig120212]

What about the '21 Trailblazer Activ???

[@MetaView7]

Scheduled service is expensive. You better price the 50,000 km inspection. It might be a shock.

[@floppinfish]

Bought a brand new crosstrek. They threw in free scheduled service without me even having to ask for it. For 2 years.

[@MetaView7]

if you are leasing, you are required to do scheduled services. Before you turn in the car, you better check your mileage, if you have just crossed the 50k mark, you will be charged for the missed scheduled maintenance $$$$.

[@tungol00]

I almost bought this but I can't stand the cvt and manual with only the 2.0L but I'm very happy with my CX-30 turbo.

[@donalberto9704]

They could of LED the lights Put a larger wheel maybe 18 or 20 Special mud guards Adjustable seats both sides And call it special edition

[@normt430]

The Japanese version of "SE"!

[@naiyarnoerrac]

Do you think they will give this engine (182hp) a M/T in a refresh next year? TY! I hope they do, at least on a mid-trim level. 🙂

[@theguiltypleasuresmurf3881]

oooh so you guys got the car right down my apartment building. ... ... and im about to do the same.

[@decnijfkris3706]

I like that car. 32000 euros for a comfortable spacious hybrid that is quality finish in basic trim. Lots of space and a 2 liter in it which is enough for European driving. Eyesight standard in all versions here. It also looks good. Subaru reminds me of the Ford Sierra of the eighties, same feel.

[@server1ok]

Fun fact. The Hybrid gets lower MPG than the ICE if you don't do stop and go traffic for a severely prolonged time period and daily. The Hybrid adds 600 pounds and 40 % to the MSRP

[@decnijfkris3706]

@@server1ok just like it.

[@server1ok]

@@decnijfkris3706 I like it so much that I got a Dacia instead even if I set aside money for the Subaru. Win win ?

[@decnijfkris3706]

@@server1ok a Dacia hum good luck I'll be waving when I drive by you standing at the rescue lane

[@decnijfkris3706]

@@server1ok dacia sport SLX?

[@gs98999]

Wonder if the maverick will take sales away from cars like this even though it’s a truck? It starts under 30k in Canada with awd and 250hp engine.

[@Arcticarc1]

Maybe, but that 2.0T in the maverick will drink fuel like there’s no tomorrow. At least 11L. i had the same engine in the MKC and it was like 13L…horrible.

[@medallasipod]

Any thoughts when comparing it against the 2021 AWD RAV4?

[@brolyvi1211]

Would there be a 2.5L manual on next gen?

[@andreaspencer9813]

Not sure, it hasn't been confirmed, but it sure would be nice.

[@briannyob7799]

I doubt that very much. Manuals are disappearing. I drive a manual.

[@sun0066]

Very nice review , even with new engine ,seems outdated

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you!

[@md2k8]

My father might plan to buy this Subaru Crosstrek instead, if it has the 2.5 L four-cylinder boxer engine.

[@donalberto9704]

Stay away from boxer engines lots of maintenance in the long run

[@md2k8]

@@donalberto9704 I agree with you.

[@danielfair4675]

@@donalberto9704 yea, look how bad Porsche has done.

[@combinedeffects4799]

How can you NOT want a sun roof - who are these people that can live without a sun roof ? my wife drives her Lexus without using the sun roof . I don’t get it. .

[@andreaspencer9813]

Love a sunroof, I am with you!

[@meaganwhitehorn4509]

It takes up valuable headspace for taller folks; we end up eliminating a lot of vehicles because my husband cannot comfortably fit in the drivers seat.

[@danielfair4675]

@@meaganwhitehorn4509 unless he's 7'0 ft he's not hitting his head.

[@GhostwalkerV2]

What is the price of this one

[@ProtestantismLeftBehind]

Is the 3 different screens awkward ?

[@limpunsing224]

Nice review

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks so much!

[@tvted6160]

Is it the same CVT in both engine sizes? If yes, I wouldn’t but the 2.5L….it will go bang soon….it’s just not strong enough

[@carolray9156]

I'm ßtuck between the Crosstrek and she Corolla Cross. Any ideas?

[@MrDarthvis]

Omg the American sport trim (called outdoor outside us) doesn’t have the hand rest for rear passenger seats 😭. Cheapened out.

[@Ivandrago89]

Please do the Crosstrek PHEV, Subaru Canada recently uploaded thia car's video on their official YT channel.

[@ingridrodriguez9923]

How good is this Subaru driving in the snow?

[@Grant-du8ix]

Love it! Every time there’s a snowstorm, I always take my crossstrek out for a drive. Never got stuck! If you get stuck, no worries, X-Mode will get your car out in a matter of secs!

[@albertwesker2050]

@2:03 “how many videos do we put out a week?” What I expected “Ffffffffffffuck”

[@nosoyono1081]

Did you get 30 plus miles per gallon?