2024 Subaru Crosstrek | Review & Road Test

[@jenniferburke9393]

I’ve had my ‘24 Crosstrek now for a couple months and I LOVE it! It’s my first Subaru and will certainly not be my last. Rides so smooth and amazing in the snow

[@KastleArtwork]

Awesome! I think I am going to get this car to!

[@len9743]

Did you finance it or lease it?

[@michaellinton4743]

I've seen the Wilderness Edition in person, and my God, it's the best looking one in the lineup. Pictures and videos don't do it justice.

[@larryrg67]

The Wilderness was my pick. Traveling the Northern BC highway in the winter leaves no regrets in my mind.

[@Tonycrossfit]

I just recently bought the 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness and Love It! In the past I’ve owned two Foresters and I loved them too. I really like the steering response headlights. Excellent brakes and finally the wireless charging and android and Apple car play.

[@ZeGermanHam]

I've got a 2023 Crosstrek with the same 182hp 2.5L and TR580 CVT auto. It's a fantastic car and great powertrain combo for everyday driving. They really have refined the CVT a lot over the years, and I really love it now. Super smooth and efficient.

[@jeffmacey6482]

Nice! Hopefully price drops a little. I will try getting one after the first of the year.

[@ZeGermanHam]

@@jeffmacey6482 Since most Subaru dealers sell at MSRP and often times less if you use the Subaru VIP program, I wouldn't expect the Crosstrek to drop in price in the future. The 2024 model year has already received a mid-year price increase from the manufacturer. It isn't going to go down.

[@extraordinarywolf320]

@@jeffmacey6482 Nice!!! Subaru in Orlando had 22 Wilderness in the floor , I got to choose which color to get!!! Good luck.

[@jojothetasmaniansassmonkey8866]

in about 120k you're going to be wishing you got the manual.

[@kavehoskoui8292]

I drive a Crosstrek with 2L and the car is smooth and CVT very much behaves like a 6 speed! Amazing handling in winter and summer. Love the car!

[@dukefan37923]

I have a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. I'm the only owner and I've put roughly 60K miles on it. I love it! It gets great gas mileage and it performs great in the snow. I'm 6'2, so no worries fitting in the car. Someone that tall might have issues in the backseat though. The new 2.5 liter engine piques my interest because I would like a little more power and still get the same gas mileage basically. I would classify the power of my 2018 as adequate.

[@lorenschwiderski]

Look up TCV problems first on 2.5. Not sure if that is a deal-breaker, but I will go with the 2.0 if buying. And that model level is made in Japan

[@angelsxdontxkillx]

I got this exact Crosstrek in October. I absolutely love the Alpine Green. I ordered mudflaps as an accessory and tinted the front windows after it arrived from the factory. It's beautiful. My only complaints are that the US model doesn't come with a heated steering wheel like the Canadian model does, and I couldn't get a remote start key fob from the factory for some reason (you have to use their app for remote start). This is my 2nd new car purchase and I love it so much already. Can't wait for snow ❄☃

[@oldguy7402]

Love my 2024 cross trek. Have a massive downhill on my every day drive. Downshift to maintain speed limit. Saves brakes

[@dave1986R]

I bought this car in the Wilderness trim recently and I think it’s a great car. I can still get good mileage with that car because it’s not just what you drive, but how you drive it. Just remember to keep your eye on the MPG gauge in the middle of the instrument panel. The paddle shifters take some getting used to because under 55 mph it has 6 gear settings, and above 55 you have 8, which means you have to downshift twice when you’re going up an incline instead of just once, like you do with a 5-speed manual transmission. I’ve always loved Subaru and it’s an excellent choice if you’re a first time buyer like I was.

[@Hexsyn]

If I didn't already have my 21 PYP sport I would definitely get a wildness, but things haven't improved enough to make me even consider trading in yet. Still good to see the crosstrek slowly evolving in the right direction though!

[@ralphtheisen6174]

Great video. You obviously know the car you are reviewing. You keep things simple but at the same time you are very informative. Now I have to find some way of getting my wife to watch it. I know she would like this car.

[@Amberdogproductions]

I got my Crosstrek Wilderness in October, made a few videos so far and I can say, this Goat is incredible. 1st time Subaru owner as well. Head to head against the Rav 4, was an easy decision given the odd awd system on the Toyota. And I'm a lifetime Toyota owner.

[@patrickr4762]

We’re getting ours this month and a 1st Subie owner as well, and agree that compared to the RAV the Subaru AWD system is better. And If it helps Toyota owns like 20% of Subaru, so you’re still kinda in the Toyota family I guess.

[@Amberdogproductions]

@@patrickr4762 I've heard they joined up on a few things starting with the BRZ, but not sure beyond that. Either way, I do think I got the best choice as it stands right now. And, it looks amazing to boot!

[@patrickr4762]

@@Amberdogproductions The proposed Subaru hybrid models will use Toyota’s hybrid system. Agree w/ the looks, I find it very appealing and balanced. I was fortunate to go to Subaru HQ in Tokyo last Spring and saw the first Crosstreks and was really impressed with its looks and their built.

[@Amberdogproductions]

@@patrickr4762 thats great news actually. I do feel Toyota is king of hybrids. Just as Subaru is king of AWD

[@Amberdogproductions]

I fully agree.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

We need a Crosstrek WRX in Oasis Blue. It would be all the car we would ever need. Or at the very least Subaru should make a competent regular hybrid Crosstrek using Toyota hybrid components like they're doing with the all new Forester.

[@damilolaakanni]

There was a Crosstrek hybrid with the first generation (2013), but it didn't do well. Maybe it was because the fuel economy wasn't significantly better than the non-hybrid models to justify its significantly higher price.

[@AllStars2525]

If Lynne thinks this is a good car, it must be damn good. I'm thinking of getting the '24 Forester Touring. Great job, Lynne. Happy Thanksgiving to you all!

[@goaliedude32]

I had a warranty repair on my 21 Impreza. The dealership loaner car was a Forester touring. Not sure if it was 23 or 24. Absolutely bad ass vehicle

[@AllStars2525]

@@goaliedude32 I go back and forth between it and the Crosstrek. Thanks for the feedback.

[@bryanmchugh1307]

my 2018 Crosstrek has the same gauges and infotainment screen. They are outdated as hell. An 11 inch screen doesnt do anything but get in the way. Amazing car though

[@nosoupforyou425]

5k miles on my MY24 crosstrek. I went with the 2.0 at the time because the early ones were all made and assembled in Japan. Have been more than happy with the performance. Is not a race car but thats not why i bought. Is everything it is advertised as. And is a nice design on the eyes

[@johnberry2877]

🇯🇵👍 As. Former skilled trades contractor who has worked in many plants throughout Michigan. I strictly forbid my family from driving any GM products ! Since then, nothing but Subaru, Honda and Toyota. However, I have to dust off my tool box once a year unlike when owning GM and using the tools several times a year😡

[@NowheresGirlZ]

This is actually from a real Subaru owner: I made it a whole 300 miles in my brand new Crosstrek 2024 sport (yeah the fancy one with yellow stripe and all) before It forced a full stop on me while driving!! Do I need to repeat that vehicle was in 'D' mode when the computer decided its time to full stop??!. Subaru towed it away 2 weeks ago. If I had been on the freeway, not in turtle mode, it could have killed me! Not sure if I even want it back. Subaru, I'm afraid of my Subaru!!!

[@martinr8278]

Haven’t heard anything like this……..would like to research that and look at proof of…

[@SanMartianRover]

Mentioning that it would be better to have a hybrid...? They made a hybrid Crosstrek for many years. No one bought them. They had less cargo space and were $10,000 more than the base model.

[@MSchumacherfan]

Why would you recommend a cvt transmission in an off road vehicle that will overheat and fail?

[@johnmitchell2741]

She has no clue about cars its her looks thats selling the car

[@larryrg67]

I watched a review pitting the Wilderness against the RAV4. The Wilderness broke trail with no overheating issues where the RAV4 had multiple. This was the AWD system, mind you and not the CVT. The Wilderness does have the CVT with the oil cooler though.

[@jonlosito2004]

Probably because Subaru has better CVTs than it's competition like Nissan. Their CVTs ruin their sales. My 2018 Crosstrek with a CVT has almost 40k miles, and I haven't had a single problem with the CVT.

[@extraordinarywolf320]

Got a Wilderness Crosstrek couple of days ago with 2.2 miles in the odometer. Is a keeper till the wheels fall off!! I know is still CVT but with the CVT oil cooler It feels well suited for the mission. Get one you won't regret it.

[@ThatDudeJunior]

Anybody notice the phone in the front wheel at 6:34.

[@OmarDeLaCruz-y7s]

Hahaha. Great observation. Didn’t notice it.

[@shawn-Dman]

You must be a detective. I had to freeze the video to look for it. 👍

[@jonlosito2004]

Terrible place to put the phone on. You could easily forget that it's there and think that you lost it. Happened to me once.

[@americanparser]

With the torque constant torque demands of full-time all-wheel drive, They'll care in about 100,000 miles (or less) when the CVT fails. Refinement isn't the issue. Durability is. Nice package overall, but no thanks. Not without a stick.

[@jayson657]

The CVT was the Crosstrek’s biggest turnoff for me. I ended up with a Mazda CX-30 specifically because it has a 6 speed automatic transmission.

[@ryancheng473]

i believe Mazda made their own gearbox

[@danbert6039]

yes the old turbo (on forester xt's) made the cvt much more bearable. still the crosstrek is a great overall package. I think the added cargo volume in the wilderness is because there is no spare tire? Idea is to mount a full size spare on the trunk?

[@MarkAsselin]

I have the 2024 Crosstrek Sport trim. I've already put 8K on it, and I'm very happy with it so far. I was leaning towards a Ford Maverick, but markups made this a more attractive buy, even though the Mav might have been a bit more fun to drive. Anyway, Crosstrek performance has been very good, with decent fuel econ on the 2.5L engine.

[@j9670]

Yes! My real focus is on getting from point A to point B and back safely. I have yet to use my paddle shifters. Yes, I know what they're for & how to use them! 🙂

[@jeffreyerickson6766]

I love your reviews you have a clever turn of phrases!!

[@johnmitchell2741]

$25k means $29k

[@MagicFlyinPotato]

Wish these came out before the Forester Wilderness versions when I was in the market looking for a new vehicle back in '21. I was hoping this would have followed the Outback Wilderness. I ended out going with a Bronco Sport Outer Banks.

[@jws84sty]

Subaru should bring back the baja , similar clearance as the cross trek, 6spd manual, 4.5-5ft bed. Big sunroof.. hot chick in the backyard

[@billf23351]

I drive a 2019 Crosstrek, with a 6 speed manual. What a shame that sticks are so infrequently available now. Sad,

[@CollinMac96]

There’s no reason to buy a manual transmission over an auto in America. Shift slower, less efficient, don’t last as long. If I could go back I would have purchased a 10spd 5.0 mustang instead of the 6spd

[@jonlosito2004]

​@@CollinMac96 Bro what?? You have a twisted mind. A manual transmission is more reliable than 10 speed autos and even a CVT, and its also more fun too. A 90s Geo Metro hatchback with a 5 speed manual got better gas mileage than a 3 speed auto. Even a mans 2007 Nissan Frontier base model 4 cylinder with a 5 speed has reached 1 million miles. It's about shifting the proper way. You're just lazy.

[@CollinMac96]

@@jonlosito2004 manual vs auto on same car, the VAST majority get better mpg with auto than manual since 2018. Manual are not as durable as you believe they are. In the 90s I’d agree with you. In 2024 you are dead wrong. More fun? I have plenty fun in my friends 10 speed Camaro on the track than I do with my 6spd mustang. What’s fun about stop and go traffic in a manual? I swear I don’t you guys even drive 3 pedals when y’all all use the same talking points lol

[@jonlosito2004]

@@CollinMac96 you probably live in the city...

[@CollinMac96]

@@jonlosito2004 I live in a rural area…

[@generector8583]

The MSRP of 27,096 is the true MSRP for the base model Subaru Crosstrek. It’s the Subaru factory that is lying, saying the MSRP is 25,095. Dealers would never lie.

[@EddieJazzFan]

Subaru executives: Remove physical buttons and put those controls in the touch screen... Subaru accountants: Good Idea, now we can save like $3 per car... Subaru engineers: Our touch screens are notorious for failing, it may be a problem... Subaru Dealers: Just keep saying "needs a software update" until the warranty is expired

[@chriswright9096]

I have a 2021 manual. Its been a good experience in general. I think the 2.0l engine is fine when paired to the manual, but if I have to accept a CVT then I'll probably go for the 2.5l next time. BTW, I think the Crosstrek is way more spacious than the cars it often gets compared to (like the HRV and small Korean SUVs).

[@Tonycrossfit]

Subaru needs to bring back the automatic transmission. The only reason I’m not buying a Subaru is because it has a CVT . We need an automatic transmission.

[@arminpoorfard306]

Trailblazer Activ is more of a competitor to this car than Blazer

[@damilolaakanni]

The Blazer is midsized, so it would compete with the Outback.

[@lynellethompson5521]

With a 3 cylinder engine?? No thank you!! How would a 3 cylinder survive December, January, and February in a cold climate and snow??

[@robw9728]

Like a 4 cylinder but with one less cylinder

[@sleeksilver]

​@@lynellethompson5521What does temperature have to do with the number of cylinders? LOL

[@lynellethompson5521]

@@sleeksilver I need a car that will start when it is -40 degrees Fahrenheit or colder!! I don’t want a vehicle that is going to freeze up on me!! Like I said “No thank you” to a 3 cylinder engine because I don’t trust them not to freeze up!! Let California have all of those 3 cylinder vehicles!!

[@Dahkeus3]

I would love to see a review of the 2024 RAV4. I'm looking to get a good AWD SUV later this year for rural driving in a snowy climate and I currently have the Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru Outback, and Toyota RAV4 in my crosshairs, depending on what my budget ends up at as well as how cost efficient the RAV4 hybrid/PHEV end up looking.

[@martinr8278]

I’ve known several people that have had a Toyota RAV, they’ve dumped them after the lease, and have usually gone to Subaru and Mazda that says enough for me

[@loki_wolff]

They just need to put the WRX powertrain in one of these. They'd have such a huge following

[@CollinMac96]

The cross trek sells more models than the wrx. It already has a huge following lol

[@saintsubie6661]

Love Subaru. However, they shouldn’t get a pass on some of the cheap interior plastics. Some look really bad

[@guyrandom6151]

hate the yellow on wilderness trim it doesnt fit with every color only with black does it make sense

[@pmstirling]

The Sport version too. Enough to make me stick with one of the other trims

[@brianhoefer7148]

1:50 I disagree. I live on the southern Oregon coast and I drive on the sand. Give me a manual or a traditional automatic.

[@brianhoefer7148]

7:59 "long tall body, even though I'm 5'4"??? Never underestimate the power of denial.

[@johnlone207]

Yup, after seeing Crosstrek...its kinda pulling me away from OB. Wilderness version is the to go with higher clearance. OB is still my primary choice but CT is tugging hard.

[@jeffrey3498]

I’m so happy I snapped up a 2023 CT Premium 6 speed manual. Fantastic little car. Starting in 2024 Subaru is dead to me.

[@topofthegreen]

The CVT transmission is a deal killer.

[@martinr8278]

You are obviously misinformed

[@voycodin5042]

I got the 2021, and I like it better than this. What’s happening with that massive screen? Also buttons embedded on the touchscreen interface? Looks ugly. A hybrid might change my perception, but we don’t have that option.

[@ravenmaniac428]

Great info. Thanks!❤

[@CarlosMartinez-mr1qb]

Great Review!!!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic review Lyn!😸

[@2WheelWeekendViking]

Great video. Question: Can I fit a car seat or two comfortably in the back seats with the front seats mostly moved back? My wife is 5’10” and I’m 6’3” and one of the reasons we need a new vehicle is because my Ford Maverick doesn’t fit us and the car seats comfortably. Thanks!

[@CollinMac96]

It can but will be a bit of a squeeze

[@dinoaustralia7752]

Australia only gets the 2.0 litre. Shame they never updated this engine as it’s the only thing letting it down. So I’m going for the new 2.4 turbo in the outback. A much better buy.

[@len9743]

Brake boosters fail on these. Youll start getting a squeak in your brake pedal. Make sure to get it taken care of during warranty period.

[@billyrock8305]

Huge SUV 👍 In Lynn we Trust 🙏🏼

[@Kofi.86]

This would do me well in Jamaica

[@loadblock4995]

Brakes are a huge upgrade former 18 cr to ctw

[@johnmitchell2741]

Every KZbin tester says they are cheap to buy but if you can even find one on the lot they are marked up $5k And the Japanese made a perfectly good automatic and manual transmission just like Nissan they insist on putting CVTs in their cars and no more manuals

[@DoubleHCreations]

Most of the car looks pretty great, although I think they messed up the back really badly

[@robertscott3814]

Does this update actually create more difference than a raised Impreza?

[@shuckins]

I wonder why the price of the Premium trim was not mentioned at all.

[@CMCNestT]

Your Chevy dealer will give you a sizeable discount on a Blazer. Your Subaru dealer might demand a markup over MSRP.

[@Esoxfan]

Got my crosstrek limited $2K under sticker

[@nosoupforyou425]

But you have a chevy...

[@michaelthompson3675]

Which dealer?@@Esoxfan

[@practicalshooter6517]

If you gone use a CVT and have the same gas mileage as a manual, leave the manual option for those who want it.

[@JG90984]

Nobody wants one though

[@Chubbydippin]

Agreed. I would prefer a non CVT option. I get it, not many people want a manual besides me. Yes that is true. But the thought of how expensive($8k) it's gonna be to replace that CVT if planning to utilize that 3500 lb towing capacity? Just don't see that CVT lasting even close to 100k miles if you tow a 2000 or so lb small trailer/teardrop 10-15 times a year. If you're not planning to take advantage of the towing capacity then I could see taking the plunge on seeing how long that CVT could or might last.

[@lynwoodward9156]

Buy some and they’ll make them!!

[@mikeoxlong3676]

I have a Manual 2019 and at 45,000 miles have had nothing but issues with it since.

[@Chubbydippin]

@@mikeoxlong3676 Curious what issues. I'm in my 50's and I've owned nothing but manual vehicles. But I've never owned a Subaru nor even driven a manual one.

[@_ShaDynasty]

I want the front end to be slightly shorter

[@_ShaDynasty]

@krzysztofduszkiewicz565 disagree. Shorter front looks better to me at least

[@lauraandrews8319]

I would not buy any Subaru with a CVT. I own a 2020 Outback and the CVT went out at 35,000 miles. Garbage. Too bad Toyota doesn’t make a similar vehicle. Great car, awesome concept. Engines burn huge amounts of oil and the transmissions are garbage. I’ll pass.

[@miguelnieves6369]

Que dama tan HERMOSA!!!😍

[@worrywart1311]

This car is a no-brainer? I'm confident many people with brains buy one.

[@th1nk.OUTLOUD]

She's right, ya know !

[@MrEricmopar]

AWD standard on Mazda CX 30 too.

[@AllStars2525]

Does the Sports mode from SI drive give you more torque when accelerating? I don't want an 18 wheeler to push me around on the highway.

[@ZeGermanHam]

It doesn't add any power. It just quickens up the throttle mapping and keeps the RPMs higher in the rev range. These are great highway cars, so you won't be pushed around. Get the 2.5L engine.

[@AllStars2525]

@@ZeGermanHam Thanks for your answer. I'm thinking the Crosstrek fits me better now.

[@nathanr7213]

How is the acceleration in it? I heard its very slow..

[@lynellethompson5521]

I love the cladding on my Crosstrek!! I've had someone let a shopping cart roll into me and I got only 1 little scratch on my bumper and then the cart rolled into the cladding and stopped with no scratches at all. I had another probably mentally ill person ram my Crosstrek with a shopping cart in a Co-op parking lot with no scratching because he hit the cladding!! Questioning if one or both situations might have been a theft attempt. Just be sure to keep your car doors locked!!

[@johnmitchell2741]

I had a rollaway shopping cart run in to my 6-month-old Chevy Cruze hatchback $1500 to repair it I just took the ck. The dent is still there 5 years later 🤣

[@lynellethompson5521]

@@johnmitchell2741 😳

[@lynellethompson5521]

@@johnmitchell2741 I’m so sorry!!

[@TheDigitalGuerrilla]

This car identifies itself as a SUV, stop oppressing it!

[@aheiser100]

I've had my 24 Crosstrek for a couple of months and I hate the seats. If you have any back issues I would not recommend this car. Everything else in the car is great. The dealership has been no help. The seat is so bad for my back that I am going to have to trade it in and take a loss. Yes, I have tried many different seat cushions .... nothing is working.

[@IbrahimSabiu-gh8tf]

Do you want to trade your 24 crossstrek

[@Tonycrossfit]

Wow, 5’4” and stunning 😉 and nice boots 👍

[@horsepowerandtalk1033]

I wish that was true about the BRZ (AWD).

[@johnmitchell2741]

So how much cargo space does it have??

[@drift3rkid66]

And also the same car company that offers future blown head gaskets with the 2.5

[@ballin1394]

V6 please 🙏

[@robertsparks7244]

With all the talk about CVT it must be a problem. Other than that nice car. If they have a lifetime warranty on transmission then maybe.

[@DaNNyWu3]

Nice ❤

[@tommyroan298]

Subaru interior's are definitely not boring, but the quality could be so much better. For cars that have such hefty price tags even in the lower trims, why are brands using soooooooooooooooooo much plastic?

[@justindion377]

Confirmed: Lyn is in her Reputation era. 😂

[@smellybearc7411]

My guess is that she lost her phone while shooting the video

[@jimjones-pz1tt]

"I'm not cramped at all. I have a long, tall body at 5'4"." God bless chick car reviewers.

[@bubuerrico9950]

I would tune it to 300 horses and swap it to a manual, if it's possible.

[@SammyDaBiz]

CVT is no go for me, or strictly a lease.

[@McSMACKthe1st]

Chevy Blazer??!!!! I think you mean Trailblazer.

[@taterjackson9873]

What’s with the flashing dash ?

[@pmstirling]

LED flicker interferes with the video frame rate. You don't see it with the naked eye. A common effect on youtube video reviews!

[@Frank11-11]

Bring back the manual

[@johnmitchell2741]

It has a new brake vacuum booster What does that mean🤣

[@pdlynch4330]

Thanks but CVT remains a dealbreaker

[@user-iz3gv5vo6b]

6:30 interesting place to stash her smartphone.

[@Xeveranth_Zane]

Compact SUV

[@pringlescan81]

Subaru, the oldest heated heated seat buttons in the game

[@martinr8278]

The best heated heated seat buttons you can get in any brand.

[@AraCarrano]

Unless you are announcing the end of CVT only offering, we care not.

[@danielfair4675]

Yet here you are 🤷

[@ematcion]

Then why bother to leave a comment?

[@seanmaher2987]

most people care about the CVT,

[@ZeGermanHam]

Evidently not, since the Crosstrek is the best selling model in the subcompact CUV segment by a huge margin. The presenter is right here. The current Subaru CVT is very good at its intended job. It's smooth, quiet, doesn't feel weird, and yields good fuel mileage. The average driver probably wouldn't know it's a CVT unless you told them. Speaking from personal experience as a 2023 Crosstrek owner. The 182hp 2.5L and TR580 CVT auto is a great package overall for doing normal daily runabout stuff. I really like it, and my other cars are enthusiast collector cars.

[@seanmaher2987]

@@ZeGermanHam Thank you. I just bought the Outback Touring XT so this is reassuring.

[@SlonesWildernessExpeditions]

Nobody is driving a Crosstrek for performance? I beg to differ, just a different kind of performance! Goes great up forest roads and off reading. That's the only kind of performance driving Crosstrek drivers care about.

[@SammyDaBiz]

Most people care when that CVT blows up lol Dont do it people

[@RootBeerGMT]

Hybrid means a huge layer of complications for almost no real world benefit

[@vitaliy9932]

This isn't a SUV, it's a small wagon or hatchback.

[@JG90984]

Ok thanks for the heads up

[@vinnpu]

The Impreza is the hatchback. Duh.

[@jayson657]

It’s a crossover

[@carlnilssonyoung8961]

I agreed it is a wagon but it has more ground clearance than many so called SUV.

[@SlonesWildernessExpeditions]

A sport utility vehicle can take many forms.

[@migwheels]

Save the manuals!!

[@zmagsar]

Which one's hotter? The new Crosstrek or Lyn? 🤔