2021 Subaru Crosstrek Review | Big Changes with More Power

[@phillipnelson4594]

Best video review on a Crosstrek thus far. Very informative and super positive. I agree with you on the downshifting capability of the paddle shifters that was great point. Really like that you spend a great amount of time on different angles and camera shots especially the interior. I don't get stoked on a lot of videos I see but I'm pumped with your presentation and just wanted to say thanks and keep up the good work!

[@goldpony]

Thanks!

[@albertalejo2399]

First time subaru owner. Very satisfied with my crosstrek limited!

[@JeffSpehar-ov1cn]

Got the 2021 limited 2 weeks ago, great car. Can't wait for winter.

[@GerryFPVPilot58]

Very well done and thorough. Man you do a good job. Keep it up.

[@goldpony]

Appreciate it!

[@henryi9738]

Finally Subaru done the Crosstrek right ! Now, if only they could add a turbo ... oh yeah !

[@olyamakerewich5211]

Just picked up my 3d Crosstrek!! Have to say I always feel so safe driving it!! Love it!!!!

[@Prairieshutterbug64]

Thanks for the idea of downshifting in the winter using the paddles. Here I was thinking they were useless on my new Crosstrek.

[@ofcbob6391]

I believe drivers won't even have to bump the shifter over to manual/sport in order to use the paddle shifters, just tap them and voila! you've done it....if you don't tap again for maybe 10 secs, it reverts back to fully automatic. Neat feature.

[@GreenGenerationTV]

be careful though. Downshifting will cause rpms to go up and put you in a powerband that might make your throttle touchy, which obviously isn't what you want for snow.

[@robertarmstrong905]

I am looking hard at this car. Thanks. We bought our 2020 Forester at Faulkner in January.

[@deannakay6607]

Thanks for the review! I found one nice feature that you missed, though. The visors have a pull out extension to block the sun in the center of the windshield, if needed. I love that!

[@e.c.conrad4996]

Love your videos, GP! Very informative and energetic, and I can tell you put a lot of heart into them!

[@goldpony]

Appreciate it!

[@claudesalazar6214]

awesome vid. I'm in the market for a Crosstrek and this definitely helps. Thank you,

[@Ancestral_Atom]

I just wanted to thank you for the idea to use the paddle shifter for pseudo-downgearing! I have been watching many, many reviews of this car, mostly all good, but almost everyone says the same thing; They are completely useless. I never thought about using them as an engine brake! Just brilliant and worth a like and subscribe anyday! Got mine pre-ordered and p/u this week...white and 'Outdoor' Edition 2.5L, cause I'm a canuck and we get lucky this year!

[@s4aragon]

What’s the background music in the beginning?

[@rdgrf3527]

I have one and it is a great , awsome car mine is the limited

[@lovecook6382]

I really want Premium...but can not stand orange stitching! Is there any year with Premium trim with no orange stitching?

[@WaruiKoohii]

Not sure about the Sport trim, but the Limited trim does not have rear USB ports.

[@johnwalker4251]

Love your reviews, always my go to for car shopping! How was the road noise. I know it’s no Genesis G80 with 67 DB at 50 mph. The Crosstek is listed at 73 DB at 50, did it seem loud to you? I love that 43” legroom but on long drives will the road noise drive me nuts?

[@goldpony]

You should probably be fine with any wind noise. One of those things I think you would get used to and then forget about over time. Most compact cars have about the same amount in the end.

[@rdgrf3527]

I love your videos gp

[@goldpony]

Appreciate it!

[@kelbymadden6974]

So if you had to choose between the crosstreak, Cr-v, or cx-30? I can’t decide.

[@Totosubie]

Crosstrek2.5 , the best

[@paulwicklund5044]

Just bought this one. Silver limited.

[@guytherrien5084]

Me yesterday 😉 same color

[@lkw5699]

I own a cx5, this crosstek car was fun to drive. Just needs rear ac vents! Grrr.

[@chrisa2223]

I like it but why can’t Subaru make the Sport trim/2.5L with the 6 speed manual? And I hate how if you choose the 6 speed in the Premium trim you can’t option anything. No sunroof, no Blind Spot monitor, no adaptive cruise or lane keeping. Mazda and Honda give you safety options with their manual transmissions.

[@danielunverzagt6072]

exactly exactly exactly

[@theokayestmtber7877]

Where in the rear are the dual USB ports? Another review of the crosstrek I watched said no USB ports in the rear on any trim.

[@mak2969]

There are no "rear" USB ports. The additional two ports are in the arm rest storage box.

[@danielfair4675]

@@mak2969 which is at the rear of the console. That extra 4" to get it out the armrest is gonna run folks out of charging cable. May have to spend an extra $2 to get another foot. 🤣🤣🤣

[@Officialaaravd]

Can you do a review of the 2021 Outback

[@goldpony]

Definitely will! 👍

[@matthew81158]

I thought I eye site was standard on all trim models

[@JustMC2172]

Earlier models it was not, but for at least 2021, eyesights is standard on all models. If you are ok with the 2.0, it makes the base worth considering. In my opinion a Crosstrek is a great value in the mid $20’s, but not so much in the low $30’s. I have a 2018 premium.

[@leslylopez7308]

Also, why is a crosstrek sport 2021 in MA worth 29,877 or so

[@bosse641]

Could have a bigger engine choice still, imo. With stick as a choice. What a fun car it would be.

[@jeffreybragman8838]

does the crosstrek have a navigation system.

[@digitaldoc100]

Too long in coming. Still scratching my head why Subie left it so underpowered for so long.

[@aaronwarren4344]

Its for longevity. The longest lasting crosstreks will all be 2.0L with the 6MT

[@digitaldoc100]

@@aaronwarren4344 May be long lasting, but not exactly satisfying to drive. I think we need to give Subaru a participation trophy.

[@Charles_Mulberry_7977]

Nice Subie!

[@zooks3894]

This is the one i want but no extra power coming to australia 😡

[@franimal007]

Unfortunately you cannot get a manual with the SPORT and LIMITED. Go figure on the "Sport". Isn't a manual suppose to be "sporty?" Also, on the sport, you should be able to option out everything that is available, like LED headlights for example. Also, Navigation should be available on every model, not everyone has unlimited data on their phone. That is just plain stupid!

[@kevina2052]

Are these engines purposely under powered for their size? Or do the non turbo boxer engines just not put out much power?

[@441meatloaf]

No 2.5L produces around 180 HP is just right. If you look at mazda's 2.5L it produces 186.

[@kevina2052]

@@441meatloaf If you look at Toyotas 2.5 it produces 206. Toyota also gets better MPG out of it than Mazda. My 2.0 Corolla makes 169hp.. So no, those are both outdated engines in the Mazda and the Subaru.

[@441meatloaf]

@@kevina2052 well subaru 2.5 is from the forestor and legacy that was from 2018 when it got the redesigned to direct injection. The fb25d and the old fb25b is somewhat similar, except it was redesigned to have direct instead of port injection. How much did subaru change, I dont know but the compression ratios are different between the older fb25b. The fb25d uses 12:1. The toyota may have a way higher compression that allows it to squeeze more power.

[@441meatloaf]

@@kevina2052 it may also have something to do with the all wheel drive system. Remember your Toyota is a fwd car only

[@kevina2052]

@@441meatloaf It's engine output, not power to the wheels. The Mazda isn't all wheel drive anyway. My point was those engines are just older models. Mazda and Subaru are due for an engine upgrade.

[@dollarzUS]

Let's go

[@2024_Edge]

Keep it up

[@rrt08]

Price on this makes no sense with a Base Forester at around $26,000. Don’t like how Subaru prices skyrocket when adding options.

[@UnknownUser_0000]

Actually it makes complete sense..added options are competitive in price with every other manufacturer..

[@danielfair4675]

Go option out a Corvette 😁

[@fernandovargas7562]

A good car for Boston...

[@broinsocali]

nice review.. take it off road a little bit next time. do some small rock climbing or at least a dirt hill..

[@tomeq91]

Hi Pony, great review! I've seen couple of video with the MY21 version of this car but none of them tackled two things: is there still option to turn off the start/stop system and whether this car is equipped with Auto Hold function (I cannot see any dedicated button for this)? Would be great if you could dispel these doubts 🙂

[@jbm0866]

I mean..great Subaru gave it the engine it should have had from the very beginning (it even gets better MPG than the smaller engine..wtf?) but would it have killed them to install a slightly stronger clutch for the sport model? I mean..176 ft lbs torque isnt exactly tire roasting, clutch wrecking type twist. I really like this thing, but cvt only to move up to simply decent, not great power? No thanks.

[@michaelgrow8630]

Nice legs

[@julioubri207]

more ponys very nice subie

[@kevina2052]

Hp in the 180's out of a 2.5?!? WHY? The 2.5 in the Camry is 200. The 2.0 liter in my Corolla is rated at 169hp. I don't understand why a modern engine is at such a low hp for these sizes.

[@UnknownUser_0000]

@@kevina2052 because.. fuel economy.

[@kevina2052]

@@UnknownUser_0000 So they had to lower the compression to get better mpg.. explain why the mpg is still mediocre. Is it due to the AWD system?

[@jonnieinthe256]

So they added ugly wheels...😳 I loved the 18-20 limited wheels!

[@cat8308]

The front looks plain.....

[@drunksquirrel2051]

Much like you

[@lisalavieri4495]

Don't go to Faulkner Subaru. They'll rip you off.

[@JD-kf2ki]

My 2017 Volt can "smoke" this car easily.

[@kevinW826]

Who cares?

[@UnknownUser_0000]

Cool story.. your shit box still isn't a race car.

[@jrw5831]

Give me a bike over a Subie..............

[@drunksquirrel2051]

Then go away

[@ofcbob6391]

There are no rear seat air vents, even with top of line Limited! Faux Pas there Subaru.

[@davehayter312]

Nice review as always, BUT, either bring back your old look or kill that messy scruffy beard. At the very least shave the neck beard! It's not a good look.. Just saying. 👍

[@afternoontiger9319]

Dave Hayter lmaoooo damn he is just living his life

[@mcrogerful]

I was going to say I like it better. Yeah, just trim the neck portion just above your Adam’s apple, and it’ll look great!

[@10cpaul]

Dude trim that beard! you look homeless! haha