Subaru Crosstrek Sport - Trail Runner - Test Drive | Everyday Driver

[@dano196568]

3000 miles and a few months in, I'm still smitten with my 2.5L Sport. Tech is great. Very capable in snow!!!

[@frankweathersbee2553]

I have 300 miles on mine & it's really growing on me!

[@charleybarley914]

Have a 2018 Limited..love it but I want to trade it in for the 2.5L Sport so bad!

[@Piggus]

@@frankweathersbee2553 Same, can't wait for it to be out of its break-in period

[@markt3440]

How’s the road noise at highway speeds?

[@Piggus]

@@markt3440 I don't have much to compare it to, but it seems perfectly fine unless you're going 80+ all the time, then you might notice some wind noise. I usually have music on and I never really notice it or road noise unless the road is awful or I'm going over 80. The car soaks up bumps and bad roads extremely well while remaining very agile for something with so much ground clearance. I've heard it's a bit noisy compared to something like the Forester, and that makes sense since it felt a bit more bulked up when I drove one. But for my needs, perfectly fine and still the most solid-feeling car I've ever driven regularly.

[@wildgeese5707]

Haha I’ve been looking at these for the last six months, and you totally nailed it for me. Camping and paddling, light off roading, live in a snowy climate, extremely practical person who hauls teenage kids and muddy hiking gear. If people were appliances, I would be a counter top air fryer/convection/toaster oven/broiler/microwave/warming plate combo unit. And I want a car to match me. Perfect!

[@bananaboat805]

You just nailed everything I'm looking for in a car. I was debating between this and the new civic hatch which looks audi-esque inside. But as soon as I test drove this, I was like...this is me. I like analog spedometers and tachometers, I like cranking the parking brake. It can do everything the way I want to do things. I don't like being careful with my stuff. I have an '05 corolla which I've taken through the woods, snow and strapped junk to the top even though I prob wasn't supposed to. A car is a tool to me, not a symbol. This is what I want.

[@ericokompatzki7110]

Crosstrek turbo would be like the Gore-Tex version of trail running shoes

[@boost331]

Old video comment update..!! This CUV but lowered is an impreza, but historically that only came with the 2.0. Now the impreza RS is coming. A proper hatchback with the 2.5. I placed an order for mine already..!!

[@regularjim3193]

I bought one of these yesterday. Is it strange that I watch review videos after I make a purchase? Anyway, I was telling my wife that the car is "reassuringly boring, but in a good way". Also, that this is the first car purchase I didn't get excited about, as if I bought a really nice blender. Of course, I told her that it seems like "it does everything well, but nothing particularly great". I'd also like to mention that mine is the perfect shade of gray to suit my personality. Also, I was curious where your test drive took place. Reminds me of Wyoming.

[@markt3440]

The Crosstrek Sport or other trim? The more you drive it, the more you like it. I’ve had mine for 3 weeks and 1200 miles. This is opposite the CX-30 where you really like it at first and then you figure out all the things it doesn’t do well. Reason why this got a 84 score and the piece of crap CX-30 got 75.

[@differencemaker242]

I'm curious, why did you buy a car that you weren't excited about?

[@dcaudwell]

You found fun at the end there! Spontaneous laughter on film! Also, I think you might be underestimating the practicality and capability of the Crosstrek for those actually living in remote/rural/mountain areas where this can actually cope with miles of rutted dirt roads better than any other affordable crossover . In the CX30, which I love and which I prefer in every other respect, you'd lose your fillings within the first mile!

[@logicn.reasoning9744]

I personally wanted the ground clearance to get through deep snow. Our court is almost never plowed as well as just getting through deep side streets to get to work.

[@Leo-iq7um]

same. just purchased one for that reason lol. i hope its good in the snow

[@Hexsyn]

I've has my eyes on this, been putting away money, and researching endlessly over the last 6 months and am one month away from pulling the trigger. This car just has everything I want and nothing I don't. I have several swiss army knives, and I think it is the same mentality that draws me to this car so much. Going straight up for the plasma yellow too. Also, yes your comments on the "appliance mentality" is dead on for why I am buying this. I've owned a 94 tempo and a 2003 taurus (the latter for the last 12 years) so no, "fun" is not on my list lol

[@clou1969]

Canadian Crosstrek is called Outdoor, heated steering wheel and front camera.

[@shunzhang838]

For the cost of no sunroof, bought one last week and picking it up tmr

[@tenreyes]

The best review of the 2021 Crosstrek Sport/Outdoor. Its not a sports car despite the name but refers to outdoor lifestyle activities like hiking, mtn biking, kayaking etc. Subaru has been making CVTs longer than any other company remember the 87' Justy? so its as good as it gets when it comes to CVTs. A turbo would drive the cost up to Outback XT territory so that would probably be wishful thinking.

[@markt3440]

I’m getting 36 MPG with my CVT and for the most part behaves like a regular 8 speed transmission.

[@travismiller7679]

They have a non jacked up version. It's an impreza. Crosstrek was built on it.

[@hoser7706]

The fun of the Crosstrek is where you go safely, reliably and economically, to play not in the going there. It is a good piece of outdoor equipment like a Jetboil stove or Big Agnes tent.

[@ingenunis5003]

I’m not an OUTDOOR PERSON AT ALL😄 I like All SUBARU offers & Im 64 years young🙃.

[@carlosclaus7017]

I’ve owned three Crosstreks, just bought the 2.5 sport, and I completely agree with your analogy that the car is now “enough”. My only complaint, the interior is so much nicer than previous models, I’m hesitant to take it on the trails.

[@bigfootswatching9986]

I bought the 2.5 sport ...2022 and love it.......my only concerns are just how reliable are the engines?? Will this car last me the next 10 years as long as i take care of it? Always had Toyota's ..any inuputs?

[@ofcbob6391]

Carlos, after a year, how is that synthetic seating holding up?

[@simpleplankidd4]

I have to laugh when you say no one loves hatchbacks for fear of seeing them as "wagons".. maybe I'm just a black sheep but i personally love hatchbacks- my current car is a 2013 Chevy Sonic hatch and it's been perfect for me the last few years; but hoping to upgrade to the Crosstrek Sport in the near future! Ive been doing my research! Also, i dont already own any sportsman type of gear like canoes, camping gear, etc. but i do own a pair of Birkenstocks lol.. maybe you could say i have a foot in the door? haha

[@paulitik7]

I upgraded my 2018 standard to the 2021 Sport exactly like this one. and the power increase feels pretty dramatic. It’s as much SUV as I’d ever want.

[@internetw4nk3r74]

This crosstrek is bringing back SENSIBILITY to consumer. One is enough. Enough is good. Function over form. Function over style. Which is the best kind of proposed value in this age of materialism and excess consumption. This one fits those who walk their talk. Everybody else could get the mazda, honda, nissan, jeep, etc. More power to them. More style to them. More talk to them. Keep talking.

[@ScramblerOfDakota]

Turbo, manual crosstrek. The ultimate daily. Subaru needs to listen and buyers make sure you purchase!

[@LukeAMcDowell]

I ordered a Crosstrek yesterday. I surf maybe 100x per year and drive on the beach to get to my spot. My RWD Sequoia got stuck a few times last year, and several other times I had to find a place to park off the beach because the beach was too rutted and soft and I knew I would get stuck for sure if I tried.. The Crosstrek has a low roof which will be easy to load boards on, good ground clearance and AWD to get me to my spots, and it's cheap and fuel efficient. I couldn't find a car that could beat all these things at any price. I think the people buying Crosstreks are outdoor people first. I'm sure some people buy this car so they can look outdoorsy, but I don't think it's the norm.

[@gobear83]

FYI…. The Crosstrek is the largest selling Subaru in North America… this is our second Crosstrek we bought the Outdoor model in Canada ..the new motor was the only thing that needed fixing. We love the washable interior and it’s amazing in a Canadian winter. BTW..it doesn’t need a turbo …just like the BRZ doesn’t.. it has plenty of power for every thing we do… seems you all need more power for what exactly.?? The turbo would require so many mods…can you say full redesign required and then add 5k to the price ….not what Subaru was aiming for with the Crosstrek….

[@RT-vw6yw]

I have a 2013 Impreza sport with 148 horsepower. There are a couple of issues I have with the car, like excessive oil consumption. But never once have I felt the car was under-powered. This is coming from someone with a heavy foot, too. It can easily merge on the highway, pass whomever I want and whenever I want, and it's also first off the line at every stoplight. If you're trying to climb a mountain, the car might theoretically complain, sure. The few mountains I've climbed since 2013 in the car, though, have been easily manageable. All this to say two things: A 2021 has to have improved in the power department, and based on the non-issue before and the improvement on the non-issue, people need to stop saying these cars are under-powered because they simply are not. A more real life issue, if you'd like something to complain about, is oil consumption.

[@richardhill6125]

Greetings from Colorado. I originally wanted a manual CrossTrek but they are few and far between plus underpowered. Why does the CVT get better gas mileage? Anyway, your video convinced me that the larger engine version is the way to go. At least it can get out of its own way now. I really like the Sport option. I'm 70 years old and recently retired. Fast is not as important to me as it was in my youth. As for sporty, my 77 MGB handles that fairly well even though it is slow compared to modern sports cars, but I can fix most anything on it. I really enjoy your videos and you answered all the questions I had about the CrossTrek and its plusses and minuses. Now I have to decide which old truck I need to sell to make room for my new Cross Trek Sport😃 Keep up the great work on those videos.

[@TestDriveVideos]

Glad this was helpful to you. Thanks for watching!

[@TestDriveVideos]

Glad this was helpful to you. Thanks for watching!

[@MrJustyjive]

I had two 2013 xv's, Can't wait to get a 2022 sport.

[@richardgivens9845]

I've had the '20 Limited going on three years, and I'm about to order a new '23 Limited with the 2.5L. The 2.0L just isn't enough, so going with the 2.5L is a no brainer. The car is a Swiss Army knife, practical, solid on road feel, great daily tech. A recent Grand Canyon road trip convinced me that trading up for the new 2.5L Limited gets it done for me.

[@lawrenceb3434]

7:10 is a bad take because they already offer an Impreza, which the Crosstrek is a lifted capable version of. The PNW alone validates this design 100%

[@ryangross9913]

I honestly feel like the reviewers were fairly pretentious and overly critical here. I've owned an 01 Miata and a Civic Si and this is still relatively fun to drive but infinitely more practical. The steering is excellent and responsive and it still lets you throw it around a little. I would also argue that the additional ground clearance and comfort being an SUV makes it worth it.

[@242HP]

Glad to see they finally gave the Crosstrek more power. As for the comparison with the CX-30, I'm sure the Mazda has a nicer interior, but a co-worker recently was given a CX-30 while her 2011 Mazda 6 was in for service, and she said that the ride was too firm and the visibility was not as good in the CX-30 as her Mazda 6. The CX-30 does have rather high door panels and rear hatch, which reduces the amount of glass and therefore visibility from inside.

[@melvinjadulang]

After 4 years and 28000K in 2018 Crosstrek Premium MT (purchased in Hawaii with no XM) and traded it here in Maryland for a 2022 2.5L Sport, I miss the manual but am in love with the tech, the upgraded trim, and yes the power. This is my favorite go to "low-rise medium weight outdoor running shoe" Great video and sums up my love affair and commitment to the Crosstrek. Oh and I previously owned a 2005 Saabaru 92x non turbo 5 MT. So this is my 3rd Subaru. 😂

[@stevemartegani]

FYI the 5 speed on the base Impreza is the same as its been since 1990, so there is no reason they can't put it with the 2.5l like they used to with the old EJ25 motors using the same trans.

[@Banom7a]

it's weird because the crosstrek have and the last gen non North American Impreza have 6 speed for 2.0 engine

[@etoineschrdlu9382]

I just bought one of these - used - as an appliance. It has a good size back seat, adequate power, comfortable ride on any kind of pavement in any weather. For fun I have a BRZ, but for appliance like utility, the Crosstrek is in the Goldilocks zone. My only problem is that my BRZ and Crosstrek use identical keys.

[@SubieandFriends]

There has always been a button for the xmode in the crosstrek since it had xmode….the Outback also had a button for the xmode for 2015-2019, it’s the new Outback for 2020 that got rid of the xmode button and moved it to the infotainment screen

[@BillJones]

I was gonna say - that was a weird thing to be excited about - "also LUG NUTS! The 2021 Crosstrek has its wheels held on by LUG NUTS! No more wheels flying off every time you take a corner, Subaru LISTENED to us!" "um... they always had that?"

[@brendanberry6263]

Subaru sadly sells so few of the regular unlifted Impreza hatchbacks that they forgot that Subaru even sells them.

[@petegalindez9961]

I was this close to buying the Cross trek. It’s the almost perfect vehicle for my teenage sons to drive. Enough power, but not too much, roomy with great visibility. Excellent safety features with the iSight being in the windshield over the grill, especially in poor weather. And, if you get into a fender bender, your $$ is lower since the safety gear is in the windshield. All the plastic cladding is actually helpful for teenagers who are wont to have minor fender benders and rub stuff in parking lots! Totally agree on the CVT. In auto made, it’s a rubber band. Need to put in manual. Love the manual parking break! BUT, in the end, we wanted to get a PHEV. Unfortunately, in VA where we live they don’t sell the PHEV version...so, went with the Kia Niro PHEV with a DCT and 26 miles of EV range. Love it, but this car is excellent! My ONE grip with Subarus is the seat adjustability. The thigh supports cannot tilt enough to make me comfortable. The sports seats are closer than most of their lineup, but still not enough for me.

[@markt3440]

Kia yuck 🤮 over the Crosstrek. In 5 years it will be worth 30% of what you paid for it.

[@petegalindez9961]

@@markt3440 Best advice I was ever given about buying cars…never buy for the next guy!!! Kia is killing it lately since poaching engineers from BMW’s M Division. DCTs over CVTs any day.

[@rivercitymetaldetecting9854]

@@petegalindez9961 until you do anything offroad in a DCT. They are horrible for this use lol. I'd rather have a CVT personally. At least Subaru's. I will pass on Jatco or Aisin unit. DCTs are not a prime choice for offroad use.

[@popski8903]

IDK, Crosstrek is pretty fun in the snow!!

[@Bri-zb9dz]

Great review! Any idea how one goes about u upgrading the sports headlight system to LED? I dont know if shops do that work or if its a DIY kind of project

[@senseicorey9979]

The last segment where they are laughing and drifting says all you need to know. You just need to know how to have fun in a subaru

[@jtralongo1]

I wish more reviews would demo the audio system, show how well Bluetooth/CarPlay/Android work, etc. I'm wanting a Crosstrek but don't know if its worth the extra $2K to up the Limited and add Harman Kardon and navigation option.

[@Mo.Jo.]

I know they hike up the price as a "lifted impreza" - but i'd still prefer the crosstrek mainly because its easier egress and degress for my elderly parents. Having said that, anyone know if the start/stop can be permanently disabled?

[@Ballistix117]

I think you have too turn it on and off every time you start up the car. That’s how it is in my wife’s Acura anyway.

[@CorkKNIFE]

Only way of rut to “remember” your setting is to buy a $99 aftermarket part. Else just get in, turn car on and press the button.

[@ofcbob6391]

I don't know of ANY car that allows you to option to have that feature disabled all the time. Every car review I've seen for 2022 and 2023, you have to turn it off every time you crank up the car (as it defaults to being ON).

[@ericpizarro3084]

I just bought this same car but, gray color because my wife don’t like that much our other Subaru (Ascent Limited). She wanted a much smaller one. That’s the problem now. I am stock with the other Subaru and she won’t even let me drive her baby now.

[@tigerhawk84]

The main reason they don't make a turbo crosstrek is because they don't have to. They are already selling them faster than they can build them. A turbo would be pointless to an already-strained production demand. They are saving it in their back pocket for when sales start to fall off to breath more life into the platform.

[@joespittle1]

If the Crosstrek is a trail running shoe then the CX30 is a pair of Vans

[@K03sport]

...dress 'leather' Vans...

[@anthonyfarnan5935]

CX30 more of an entry level Under Armour made to imitate the more expensive Under Armour models.

[@bobhuber8480]

I'm all about hatchbacks.

[@Hallowsaw]

But the thing is,the crosstrek is a daily super cheap car that can do alot for most people. The cvt will not bother most people. Cvts are really not the issue, the small engines paired to a cvt is what you hate. Im sure if it could be done, a v8 with a cvt could be pretty quick. Side note the 8.7in of ground clearance is great for working on them. Dont have to jack it up to do all the fluids

[@242HP]

The more ground clearance a car has, the easier it is for someone to steal your catalytic converter, which is a big problem right now all across the country.

[@frankferter3052]

@@242HP No, that's a problem in Democrat run shit-holes with criminals and illegal immigrants running rampant, not "all across the country"

[@logicn.reasoning9744]

You will find the fun in some deep snow, traction control off, with your right hand on the parking brake.

[@Sutcliffe371]

2021 sport here, all good but just dropped at dealer, have water dripping on driver side right foot. Im thinking stopped up evaporation tube but idk. 11500 miles almost a year . 3 big road trips, one in a snowstorm, no real complaints

[@edsmith9855]

The obligatory hate for a CVT. Hate to tell you guys, a lot of cars in this class have CVT, I.e. Corolla, Civic, Altima, Accord, Camry, HRV, Seltos, all have them in the most common models. Deal with it and quit the bitching. I had an Altima and now an Impreza, and both shift fine with the CVT.

[@TestDriveVideos]

We’ve driven all the cars you mentioned. And we’ve disliked all this CVTs. We will keep mentioning it, and calling them out when they are bad. The reason Subaru has the best tuned CVT is because they’ve worked to fix customer complaints. Thanks for watching.

[@damilolaakanni]

The Camry has an 8 speed automatic automatic transmission and an eCVT in the hybrids (it's not a CVT). The Seltos can be optioned with a DCT.

[@markt3440]

You couldn’t be more wrong. The CVT works just fine and it’s not too loud. In fact it’s low levels of road and wind noise. Your review is totally opposite of Consumers Reports and other reviewers. The CX-30 has a loud engine, a claustrophobic interior that’s not usable and a cheap independent rear suspension that’s a twist beam set up that ensures you feel every bump in the road. I tested both of them and purchased the Subaru. Good luck finding one, they are flying off the dealer lots. That being said, if you want a CX-30, the Mexican assembly plant is creating plenty of supply and they aren’t flying of the dealer lots because off the above mentioned shortcomings.

[@TestDriveVideos]

We’re glad you like your CrossTrek as they are excellent. We hope you noticed that we complimented many of the areas you pointed out here., including the space. Thanks for watching.

[@markt3440]

You mentioned some of it but also degraded it with the comparison with the CX-30 without mentioning it’s shortcomings. The comparison should be with the CX-5. The Subaru only has 4 cubic feet less room than that model.

[@TestDriveVideos]

The cx30 comparison is apt because the cx30 is also a hatchback with a lift like the crosstrek. The CX5 is firmly in the CUV category. However we have also reviewed it next to the CX5 for TV and now on our other youtube channel. (It was the less powerful older model, but like you we found the CX5 another interesting competitor). Thanks again.

[@markt3440]

@@TestDriveVideos For it’s worth your review was the worst I’ve seen. You tried to be entertaining and it failed miserably. This is one channel I will never subscribe to.

[@pm_davidjones]

People always talk about the outdoorsy camping lifestyle when talking about the Crosstrek (as well as the Forester and Outback). There is another segment that I think is overlooked for this type of vehicle at this price. Young people in the trades. The AWD and 8.7 inches of ground clearance would come in real handy at the job sites. No, you're not tossing 20 sheets of plywood in the back, but the youngsters aren't typically the ones brining the supplies. They just need their tools. What kid just out of trade school is able to dump almost 40 grand on the bone stock base level F-150? There are so few vehicles accessible to young people in the trades. I think that has been somewhat addressed in the recently released Maverick and Santa Cruz, but I am surprised nobody ever mentions these lifted hatchbacks in that space. All wheel drive, high ground clearance, (8.7 vs the Maverick 8.6) Easy to clean interior (on the sport trim). The Crosstrek seems like a viable option for them.

[@nickt4731]

This is why I bought one! Working in construction and some of the job sites I have to get to are well off the beaten path. It will fit all my gear in the back easily and it will get good fuel mileage. Not to mention, the roads I drive on are usually not plowed.

[@danielnormandeau2393]

I have the Sport, I think over time this model will be the keeper. Upgrade the low beams to Beamtech LED's and its the perfect automobile.

[@ofcbob6391]

Daniel, you've had yours for a year now, did you install LED's?

[@danielnormandeau2393]

@@ofcbob6391 yeah first thing I did high and low beams

[@ofcbob6391]

@@danielnormandeau2393 did you get your 4 bulbs from Amazon? Are they fanless ? And did you do the retrofit yourself without any problems?

[@GGMan]

still happy with my 2018 2ltr Crosstrek/XV

[@merodaniel]

The end of that video looked pretty fun!

[@mannyechaluce3814]

why SUV? last time I had a flat and had to ditch to the side of the road is deeper than my corolla's suspension height can handle, yup, I understand why people wants taller vehicle..

[@CBusHome]

I've had a 2015 Subaru Forester for the last 7 years. Everything that they're saying about the Crosstrek is how I feel about the Forester. I hope Subaru puts the same effort into the next iteration of the Forester as they have the Crosstrek and the Outback. I think the Forester is the perfect size and nearly the perfect vehicle, not the Crosstrek.

[@4RT0119]

How’s the reliability on that Forester?

[@CBusHome]

@@4RT0119 Not entirely sure, as I haven't reached 40k miles yet. So far so good!

[@markt3440]

I think the Forester is beyond ugly. The Crosstrek certainly isn’t .

[@boldyo]

Crosstrek is like a hiking boot with yellow shoe laces and stitching. Not fun to walk on asphalt but great on a rough trail. CX-30 is like a running shoe more fun on an asphalt run but not as good on trail( you might sprain an ankle). It’s actually like a too tight running shoe, good for short distances but on a long run you’ll be feeling some pain(if you’re in the back seat). BTW, Crosstrek Is fine for a funeral as long as you get in black.

[@d2clag]

Outstanding review.

[@Jay-vv3lg]

Could it be fun? There are twisty dirt roads with elevation changes near me. Going down those roads in 6-8 inches of snow could be fun.

[@Banom7a]

funny because the non-North American crosstrek (XV) have x-mode button since the last gen.

[@FoodyTunes]

Friends shift distracted friends into Park. A beautiful moment at 8:04.

[@HandsomeAlex25]

Crosstrek Turbo would sell like hotcakes. It would be reminiscent of the WRX wagons of old.

[@HandsomeAlex25]

@@anonymous00117 You might be right. "Car enthusiasts" - a group that I consider myself a part of - are a very small subset of potential buyers. We are often unable to afford new cars, especially ones with turbos and high performance because development of those cars is big money. My wife mostly hates driving, but does it because it's the easiest way to get around. I've been learning what she likes in cars, things like comfort, style, branding, premium feel and/or reputation, etc - as she represents a more typical buyer. Understanding that, and seeing what's selling, I think that cheap sports cars are a dying category. And I think it sucks. So I may be somewhat - or completely - naively optimistic about potential sales numbers of cars I think are cool. But when I see people dumping $40-50k on a Wrangler, and gobbling up CUVs and "small" SUVs, I think a lifted-hatch-dubbed-CUV with decent power would sell decently well in the current marketplace. Subaru already has said turbo motor in the WRX, and has a manual trans in the STi, so It would be relatively low risk to offer those as options.

[@mbgrocott7115]

Do you guys ever hit on long term costs/affordability/reliability? Scotty the mechanic should not be allowed a monopoly on that topic and he doesn’t cover all the same vehicles as you two.

[@Offensively-normal]

0-60 not something most do on the regular. Crosstrek takes you to the fun. People in the Mazdas don't strike me as the sort that are comfortable loading sandy surfboards and such into that premium cabin. They probably make you take off your shoes before climbing in. I would. This automobile and ones like it are for a different breed. A little dirt is good for you kinda souls. As always I'm glad for the competition among automakers.

[@yo66]

I've liked these for awhile, also other ones, but the cvt and being underpowered has stopped me from pulling the trigger.

[@senseicorey9979]

Same here

[@CorkKNIFE]

But it’s not underpowered. I just finished an 1,890+ mile road trip on a 22’ Premium (2.0 engine). No issues at all keeping up and passing the big boys on the highway.

[@TM-ib1qx]

the lack of an A/C air duct/vent for the rear passengers is really disappointing for such a car. They have it in Forester, why not for Crosstrek? It's embarrassing

[@drunksquirrel2051]

Buy another car then

[@marcobaraco3000]

Ctosstreck is like the woman you want to marry, not a super model but can cook, clean, take really good care of the babies and loyal. :))

[@craigjohnchronicles2504]

We looked at the Subura Sport - love the car. ...just not as much as the CX-30 as for as comfort for long roadtrips up north. As for "fun factor". The fact the car/cuv and be driven off-road, on some pretty rough tracks, makes it a FUN car. Just sayin'. :)

[@hoser7706]

Isn’t the direct hatchback ckmpetitor the Impreza? Yeah it is a 2.0L but the rest is the same. And in the US you get roof rails on your Imprezas making it almost as useable.

[@dannytse8767]

The 2024 Impreza RS will get the same 2.5 liter engine from the Crosstrek.

[@chrisb5986]

I think it might be a croc. Totally correct about SUVs versus HBs, and wagons are great, especially outbacks.

[@242HP]

But the Outback is a raised wagon too, just like the Crosstrek.

[@jonhayes6673]

Awesome review.

[@dannyferguson9415]

when the real version comes out the fenders will be painted right?...

[@drunksquirrel2051]

No, thats how they all are

[@dannytse8767]

@@drunksquirrel2051 Since 2013....when the Crosstrek debuted.

[@Barrettcoronalight]

That’s why I bought it cause it’s a hatch/wagon. They can call it an SUV all day but I know in the end it’s a wagon to me. Might boosted later 🤔

[@clayltz]

loved this!!

[@cars8434]

Ther's no turbo because this is where they will slot-in a full EV, with 0-60 in 3 seconds.

[@amcleanrite]

Hey I live off that exit 😂. Im watching this because Aug 7th is when I pick mine up.

[@boldyo]

Guys the fun starts at the destination the Crosstrek takes you to!

[@Ladco77]

I really want a Crosstrek STI.

[@jbm0866]

WRX version of this with a manual could be a personal rally car...but sadly Subie will never do it, especially this close to ice engine vehicles being prematurely legislated out of existence.

[@aaronmajchen982]

More like an 8 second 0-60. Mid 7's is maybe once in 5 trys in perfect conditions.

[@EONEILL1987]

Only thing that would stop me from considering a Crosstrek is that it doesn't have Dual Climate Zone. For a couple; thats a relationship saver where myself; perfers the cold artic air vs the girlfriend who prefers the seventh layer of hell hot air. I would agree; most SUV/Crossover owners believe they need such a large vehicle with off roading capabilities when in reality, they most off roading they'll do is the speed bumps at a shopping mall and grabbing groceries. I'm in school where you buy the right tool for the right job. You want a daily commuter that hauls you and your two kids, get a car/sedan/hatchback and pick your options that suit you. Drives me nuts when I'm driving and I'm cut off by a Karen driving by herself; with a coffee in one hand, cell phone in the other and playing a balancing act with the steering wheel all while wearing sunglasses and chitchatting away not paying attention to the road. In my area of New England; I see so many oversized SUVs with people that don't use them for what they are meant for. My opinion, you got a large family, get a mini-van. You go off the beaten trail on weekends, get a hatchback/suv/crossover/truck with off roading capabilities. Yeah, there is snowfall, but how often is AWD really used when your backing out of your driveway or going to work. Most car people will tell you that a set of snowtires will out perform an AWD car with all seasons anyday which is what most common commuters will have on their AWD suvs is all season tires. Without realizing down the road if they plan on keeping these cars, that the maintenance of the AWD is going to get expensive vs FWD car with better tires. Again, the point at the end of the day is "right tool for the right job". At end of the day the Crosstrek is still a good "Do it all" type of car, the average daily commuter will not care about horsepower 0-60 times; forget Turbos; especially on CVTs; Turbos on Subaru's have a bad track record. They care about getting to places from point a to point b without hassle. I've driven a Crosstrek for a good amount of time and I feel the windnoise on the highway is below average and how it handles on broken pavement kills my back. But beyond that, its a good car for the average millennial soccer mom.

[@wellgeo223]

People want turbos in everything. Can’t please all people, I suppose.

[@K03sport]

Yellow? Gold? Bronze? Color looks a bit dark for a "yellow". I don't a box of 64 colors to reference, to me, it's too dark for a yellow.

[@migueljauregui8884]

Where is this crosstreck build??

[@dannytse8767]

Japan

[@CorkKNIFE]

No fun? Look at any of the multiple Crosstrek forums and subs. Now look at a Mazda CX-30 discussion forum. Certainly looks like Crosstrek owners are having a whole lot of fun.

[@CorkKNIFE]

Simple, it’s the new AMC Eagle.

[@craigster1234]

The 2.0 litre Crosstrek gets to 60 mph QUICKER than the all-new for 2023 Honda HRV. So keep those pink slips in the glovebox. Just in case.

[@guranshsingh3215]

Isnt a non jacked crosstrek just an impreza hatch

[@TestDriveVideos]

Yes. And Subaru doesn’t seem to have one in their press fleet and the Crosstrek is the far better seller. Thanks for watching.

[@guranshsingh3215]

@@TestDriveVideos tsk tsk subaru

[@floppinfish]

But it is fun. Beach fun. Trail fun. Mountain fun. Forest fun. Snow fun. Dunes fun. What fun are you talking about. Red light stop and go fun? City driving fun?

[@TestDriveVideos]

Yes, the crosstrek shines as a gear car for your favorite activity. We are always looking for engaging and fun driving, as many of the roads to fun activities are also fun. Of course that isn’t important or relevant to everyone. Thanks for watching!

[@guranshsingh3215]

Crosstrek xt anyone?

[@dannytse8767]

A Crosstrek Wilderness is rumored to be introduced in 2023 after the model gets a refresh for the 2023 model year.

[@clou1969]

I have the 2.5 yes it’s more powerful but you will never get a 0-60 a mid seven, it’s more mid 8 to 9 seconds for 0-60. Absolutely not mid 7. I had a 2018 before with the 2.0.

[@lennygarrison6836]

You’re factually wrong. Every review I’ve seen/read, has the Crosstrek 2.5 achieving anywhere between 7.8 to 8.0 seconds 0-60mph. No reason to think the new 2.5, once broken in, won’t get close to mid 7 seconds 0-60mph.

[@dapanzipapacompactcarslab3445]

I do not agree turbo version plus stick shift, need too many body frame work for that, if that you want, go WRX.

[@roberthart9886]

Now if they made the roof racks optional, auto car washes have a hard time cleaning the roof on my Saab 9-5 estate/wagon, and they need to get rid of CVT

[@Rick1984FL]

Wonder why it has an Illinois manufacturer plate when it’s made in Lafayette IN and Subaru of America is based in Cherry Hill NJ

[@OutdoorFun01]

Crosstreks are built in Japan

[@Rick1984FL]

@@OutdoorFun01 yes you are correct; I was assuming since it’s the Impreza platform it was the same

[@OutdoorFun01]

@@Rick1984FL 😉

[@phattyhales]

Press car plates aren't really about where they are built but typically are from the state that the manufacturer's North American HQ is or where the press fleet is based but even that doesn't explain the Illinois plates on this car since the press fleet is in Denver and the Subaru NAHQ is in New Jersey.

[@terrykeith1921]

We build the Ascent, both Impreza's, Outback and Legacy here at the Lafayette Indiana plant. I work there!

[@paulm6481]

Why does dude with long hair keep talking about hatchbacks? People buy this little Subaru because it is raised and drives nice over snow. These sell great in snowy areas. A hatchback that is low will have issues with lots of snow.

[@phattyhales]

I get your point but I daily drive a lowered 911 through our Utah winters and have for the past three winters. I have yet to have a problem with snow and ground clearance with it. In fact, the only issue I have in snow is driving through a storm at night. The headlights project a decent amount of light upward (spill really) and it looks like I'm driving through a Star Wars/Star Trek scene and I can't really see but that's it. Ground clearance is rarely an issue with winter driving unless you happen to be the first one on the road after a blizzard.

[@boltz183]

Crosstrek sport/limited, or Mazda cx-5/cx-30?

[@dwu9369]

The 2022 model is going to be a whole redesign or is there one more refresh?

[@Dano896]

I thought it was going to be 2023?

[@dwu9369]

@@Dano896 That’s too long to wait if true.

[@MNsaint]

@@Dano896 Yes, 2023 full refresh followed by the Wilderness Crosstrek edition later that same year.

[@drunksquirrel2051]

Not till 2023

[@dwu9369]

@@drunksquirrel2051 Bummer. Guess I'm waiting.

[@AmmaLove24]

Noooo please don't compare this to the CX 30. I own one and it doesn't soak up the road at all. Yes it's fun to drive which is why I bought it, but I feel every freaking bump on the road. Unless you live where the roads are very smooth, the rough ride ruins the fun. At least for me. I would rather have a smooth ride. The Crosstrek has a smooth ride and no it's not as fun. But when you live on roads where there are bumps, the CX 30 becomes much less fun. After a while it just becomes too much.

[@ropersix]

I think the fun happens when the road turns to dirt.

[@bertman4]

Turbo option would mean heavier engine and premium fuel costs. No, thank you.

[@dieudonnesama]

Wow that's 👍🎉

[@v_n_bot]

You guys need to talk one after other -

[@yordygarcia1242]

Why do Subarus either look super cool from the back or front. It’s never both. I love the crosstrek tho. Still kinda boring at the front.

[@TomTom-gn9mp]

That 30 hp/31 tq gain is all lost in this n/a engine at elevation. They should have given it a 1.5 Turbo with around 170 to 180 hp.

[@drunksquirrel2051]

Buy a WRX then

[@TomTom-gn9mp]

@@drunksquirrel2051 As stated above a 1.5T works well at high elevation for a Crosstrek and Impreza to give decent acceleration and fuel economy while the WRX is over powered and far less fuel efficient. The WRX is also expensive to buy and insure which is why a small turbo makes sense in a compact economy hatch or subcompact SUV. If you read the comment you would see that I did not suggest a vehicle over 200 hp like you did.

[@TomTom-gn9mp]

@@drunksquirrel2051 There is no WRX that makes around 180 hp?

[@TomTom-gn9mp]

@@drunksquirrel2051 Why buy a WRX if this SUV needs only 180 hp in turbo form?