SUBARU XV Crosstrek Eats Snow, Mud and Stones For Breakfast

[@shaymanking]

This is one of my fave Crosstrek videos. Have watched multiple times. I just got one, but have not had a chance to "test" it.

[@Intothewild228]

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[@adrienjairo6750]

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[@collinjerome8047]

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[@Shocktroops]

No crazy off road wheels, crosstreks simply kick ass ....

[@Kachok80]

Impressive offroad prowess for a 34MPG economy car!! Best AWD system around and decent ground clearance makes that a real winner. I won't take my full sized pickup on trails any worse then that little thing just tackled.

[@melmelcorvette]

@Shuffle3956 4 matic is the best

[@melmelcorvette]

@jordy rozon it’s just because I’ve had experience with all of them. Where I live I need 4wd. If it’s any crap that’s going to get you through it’s going to be a Mercedes equipped with the correct tires snow tires.

[@mattyee9369]

@Shuffle3956 I disagree. Subaru offers 4 versions of it's symmetrical awd. Also does so with less components. It isn't designed with add ons to make a rwd an awd, or a fwd an awd. It's designed around the awd systems. Here are the versions: 1. Viscous Coupling Center Differential AWD. This system is used for the Impreza, WRX, Crosstrek and Forester equipped with manual transmissions, excluding the WRX STI. 2. Active Torque Split AWD. This system is used in the Subaru Legacy and Outback models (excluding WRX) equipped with the Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). 3. Variable Torque Distribution AWD. This system is exclusive to the WRX with the Sport Lineartronic CVT. This AWD system delivers sportier performance and superior efficiency all at once. 4. Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD) AWD. The Subaru WRX STI features this ultimate in high-performance AWD system that is completely unique in the industry. I've had Quattro before, and it's decent in snow. But for what's going on in this video, I wouldn't take an Audi on these trails. Not to mention the weight of German cars, not to mention with awd added. Subarus aren't designed with fwd options with awd added. It's way more balanced with a low center of gravity. 4matic on Mercedez as someone mentioned, is added to a rwd or fwd and doesn't fully kick in until slippage occurs.

[@mattyee9369]

@@melmelcorvette Mercedes isn't built around awd. It is a rwd vehicle with awd added on, so it's heavy and off balance. It also doesn't kick in until it senses it needs to, but going up icy mountain roads, or gravel hills, it may be too late and you can't get traction after momentum is lost. Verses Subaru's where it's all the time. Subaru also has 4 versions of their awd systems. Not to mention they are significantly lighter, and lower center of gravity. Also if it is raining hard, and you are on the freeway, you could hydroplane if you hit a collection of water too fast. Or have to swerve to avoid an accident. Full time awd reins supreme in reaction time and handling.

[@melmelcorvette]

@@mattyee9369 the whole Subaru chasis is off balance. As far as all wheel drive kick in and take a look at the new Land Rover defender and uses the same technology and it works great. Your Subaru I will drive system has a Haldex awd and over heats when you try to awd. Mercedes Benz awd on c,e, ml, s class all have proper awd. Used it for years in Colorado.

[@MollyMcBooter]

its so funny because I watch all these videos on youtube of people doing all kinds of fun, crazy, offroad stuff in the Crosstrek..yet when I'm in mine I'm all dodging little potholes like "No, not my pretty Subaru!" lol

[@yarivdrory1313]

Molly Lenore This is the reason we go to trips as part of a group. With a "trip leader" who knows where we're going and which path to take in order to not damage the cars.

[@MASKOAA]

Well if you notice in the video they aren't going fast over rocks and lips for the same reason you avoid potholes. Besides a baja truck nothing is made for taking bumps at fast speeds.

[@exo5]

You sound smart Molly.

[@johnfarel3152]

It’s always nice to know what your car can do even if you don’t do it. If you live in a snowy area it’s always possible to get caught in a bad situation.

[@QuangPham-hm7fm]

That's why you're supposed to get a beater car

[@oddities-whatnot]

Surprisingly capable car. In the UK they are a rare sight on the roads, which makes them a bit more unique to own. Current model, plenty for sale at good prices, seems a very good all rounder.

[@nunkimine]

The UK people are obsessed with the Greman brand, they buy the Skoda just for VW engine but they don't buy the Subaru. Personally, I feel the far better quality and durability the Japanese made cars.

[@wtre428476]

Wife just bought two limited for her and daughter...they love them. First snow today in MD..good timing. Lol

[@Doopes]

Just bought one, glad to see the capability it has when needed!

[@yarivdrory1313]

,Enjoy your Crossrek

[@Honestandtruth007]

@@yarivdrory1313 Love the music, Great job Man 👍💟👨‍👩‍👧‍👧

[@burnthecandleatbothendz]

Lucky! I'm trying to save for one .how much did you put down and what's your monthly payment if you dont mind me asking ?

[@MrCryptus]

i have SUBARU 2.0 diesel!!with manual transmission is a monster!!!

[@carbonbased1943]

The motivation to by my subaru 2.0 diesel MT years ago was this video - and another one from South Africa. I've used it for years now, in conditions far worse than this video. It never let me down or stuck. I use its capabilities for work as well as for fun. Today I am just back from the mountains after a fantastic day. Thanks Fuji Heavy Industries.

[@Ol_Mase]

It's way better off-road than on-road. I've had mine (CVT) for 3 years. Anemic torque and acceleration has almost killed me a few times in intersections turning from a stop. But inclines, declines, loose dirt are no problem because the traction control is amazing.

[@tacuazinful]

is a slow car??? I want to buy one, but people tell me the cvt is just the worst of all, and I only can get it on CVT

[@Ol_Mase]

Very slow. Car and Driver lists the 0-60mph time at 10.1 seconds. I have new exhaust and air intake and have never been able to do 0-60 in under 11 seconds. The problem is a combination of a tiny engine, an electronic throttle, and the CVT. Once the car is moving it can increase speed better with the paddle shifters but you have to plan for a slow response and very high RPMs.

[@jessebooth2371]

woulod you buy again? I m thinking of getting one but if the power or speed is THAT slow then maybe ill keep shopping.

[@irimiebogdan1847]

After watching this I have the feeling that I've bought the right car. Go Subbie go!!!

[@yarivdrory1313]

Yes. It is surprisingly good.

[@Honestandtruth007]

First off, Love the music...👍👍 and the Subie XV and the rest of Subaru cars & SUV

[@martyvalle5151]

I had so much fun watching this video, the Subaru crossovers didn't seem to have much clearance but they sure did well eating the rough terrain.❣

[@cigarsgunsanddiesel8032]

I do more mudding with my Legacy and it's 5.9" ground clearance than most "brodozer" 4WD's...

[@richc294]

This is a legit off road test, thank you for making this video. I want a Crosstrek, now! A lot of other KZbin "off road" tests are lame, and I could drive my Mazda3 sedan on the trails they use. I agree that the front overhang needs to be shortened by a few inches, but I am guessing Subaru designed it, the way it is, for better crash test results...? Longer front end = better front crash protection, better safety??? Just guessing though. I still want one, awesome little car for the urban jungle.

[@yarivdrory1313]

Rich C Although I haven't got any relationships with Subaru or any of their dealers, I get that as a compliment. Thank you for that.

[@singingtoad]

I've heard the XV Crosstrek (or simply 'Crosstrek' where I'm from, Canada), as being described as a "little Billy Goat" in terms of its off-road prowess. This video certainly show that...

[@firstlast-zi9zc]

well its really just a lifted impreza

[@martinr8278]

Lifted Impreza or not....doesn’t matter these are great vehicles

[@billplaschka9279]

Just got a 2021 Crosstrek Touring in manual transmission (Canada)…and am mightily impressed with its abilities thus far.

[@DwayneAdkins]

Drove on gravel once with stock all season tires. Got a flat. Since I got my new crosstrek I got some all terrains, seemed to fix the problem.

[@yarivdrory1313]

Thank you for sharing. On gravel, make sure that the tire pressure is correct and be careful on the tire shoulders - they are sensitive to pointy rocks. Enjoy your Subaru.

[@OmarGarcia-bi7jq]

I love ❤️ this little beast 🚗

[@GK-yk4eh]

I like the Crosstrek and hope to buy a 2022 Limited as soon as I find a respectable dealer.

[@yarivdrory1313]

A 2022 Crosstrek would be great. If you find a used one in good shape and a decent price, you can save some money.

[@iowaudioreviews]

Just got a 2014 130k miles spent the first week fixing things. Trans P0700 and P2764 new solinoid and fluid flush $$$, AC worked for 3 days then all leaked out, Rear hatch is leaking spare tire tub fills with water, front passenger side diff axles seal is leaking. I'm sure there's more just haven't found it yet. Wish it had more power and can't stand the CVT trans so much for smooth. The trans in my 06 scion tc 253k miles is noticably smoother through the gears not a CVT. Mine will never go off roading as its very hard on suspension and drive train and I don't want to work on this thing more than I already had to. Do like the orange color and they are cool looking cars. But if I could I'd return it and get something else. I've wanted a subaru for 15 years and now kinda over it.

[@yarivdrory1313]

Wow. It looks like this car wasn't in caring hands until it got to you. I hope it is all fixed and ready now. I wish you a lot of fun with your new car.

[@davepiotrowski1992]

Great video, this is what I want to see. It can climb well. I like it.

[@justanaturalcarguy4031]

0:57 that XV absolutely looks like mine. Same colour!

[@offroadyaris5257]

Loved this!!!

[@martinbenford3442]

Awesome! Keep up the good work.

[@scrapgamingx1942]

It did sick! Nothin crazy no specific wheels judgin by the release date oem/off the lot wheels and even so their like road spec or close to spec tires

[@justanaturalcarguy4031]

1:02 oh my

[@LedGaRRagE]

cool tough Crosstrek!

[@MisterWhatWhat]

Yup I purchased the right vehicle.

[@rolexr]

Awesome performance of the XV - and...I like the guy with the gun on the belt at 2:10 ! :-)

[@TechDad-th2ph]

Where are these tracks located? are they open to the public and do they usually cost money? Thanks!

[@yarivdrory1313]

Those locations are open to the public. They are located in the state of Israel.

[@joeserafin6143]

What is the best year to own a Crosstrek? And what package? To do all this Thanks

[@yarivdrory1313]

The Crosstrek from year 2018 and newer have the X-mode system, which allows better offroad handling. Note though, that the Crosstreks in this clip sre older than 2018 and they do not have X-mode.

[@haggertymaggertyak240]

i took one outing in my crosstrek in the snow, front bumper came off. but i have zipties

[@yarivdrory1313]

Correct. The weak part in the Crosstrek is the (too) small approach angel. The solution is to make the car higher or modify the front bumper.

[@dylansaunders8320]

Sorry, are those all doing this with street tires??

[@yarivdrory1313]

Dylan Saunders, Yes. Unfortunately, I couldn't find offroad tires in the size of Subaru's tires.

[@martinr8278]

@@yarivdrory1313 I had to reply to this, amazing video, so these have a CVT (except one), street tires, no xmode, no lifts........ and they are still performing magnificently through this terrain. Mr Drory do you know how many Subaru haters you just made lose sleep LOL!!!!???? ⚠️👏

[@yarivdrory1313]

@@martinr8278 Thank you 🙏

[@martinr8278]

@@yarivdrory1313 thanks for doing a great video. Hope to see more! Blessings to you my friend

[@GeorgeChaidaris]

Crosstrek / XV: Until you drive one - especially off-road - you won't know...

[@yarivdrory1313]

Absolutely right.

[@greym6436]

I just traded my my16 WRX in for a trek & I love it already! just badass...

[@yarivdrory1313]

A.C. S. WRX is only great for standard roads. Crosstrek is great also where the road ends...

[@whiterhinooutdoors4572]

Just bought my wife one first Subaru we have ever had traded in her 14 Escape I might just be a Subaru owner for life wish they made a truck or I could find a Baja I would never put any our vehicles threw the torture this video did but it’s nice to know if my wife had to go off road or drive in snow she could

[@yarivdrory1313]

Brad Bargo, as you said - it's always good to know that the vehicle your wife has can get her out of road-related issues, such as snow and mud.

[@ep4998]

My dad has a Baja and I think damn if I could find a Baja.. turbo!

[@BrentSFinch]

Whats the name of the song? I dig it man.

[@eyalavni1]

סרט אליפות כל הכבוד יריב

[@marklwa]

Where was this filmed?

[@ssangyongrexton1160]

Israel

[@ShOwStOpp3rr]

can you fit general grabber at2 tires on this car?

[@jeremiahdauphinais7186]

yes, have to replace the rims though

[@josephnyy86]

I want one so bad. Planning to get one in a couple of months, I hope

[@yarivdrory1313]

Will you buy a new one?

[@josephnyy86]

@@yarivdrory1313 looking at a 2015 one

[@yarivdrory1313]

@@josephnyy86 Fine. I had lots of fun with my 2015 XV Crosstrek.

[@josephnyy86]

@@yarivdrory1313 yeah, I can't afford the newer generation models lol

[@yarivdrory1313]

@@josephnyy86 Try to check that the one you buy doesn't consume too much oil.

[@MrGreezy1989]

Does anyone know where this took place, or what site I can go to for getting on on this action?

[@שלומיע-ו7ז]

Israel

[@DAlexKablack]

im just here for the crosstreks

[@iamerror-q1b]

How about getting some actual off-road tires for these things and putting them through a real mud whole?

[@yarivdrory1313]

IA MERROR - this would definitely help. For that you need to change the wheel size - which is not legal in some countries.

[@tonyjesuslover]

good test.

[@AlphaEckoNiner9ner]

Are all the cars in the video the manual transmission variant please?

[@yarivdrory1313]

Hi EndoRyu, all the XV Crosstreks in the clip are with CVT, except for the light green, which has a manual transmission

[@justanaturalcarguy4031]

@@yarivdrory1313 5:05 This one?

[@justanaturalcarguy4031]

@@yarivdrory1313 Thats actually plasma yellow

[@tjinnes]

Amazing. I wonder if the color makes a difference ;-)

[@yarivdrory1313]

😄

[@GABHR]

Cualquier coche pasa por ahí tocando las defensas y los bajos que quieren demostrar? al final de las pruebas llenos de golpes por debajo y la defensa delantera suelta seguro.

[@jeffkeith637]

Now that's a review - showing these vehicles where they belong. But where on earth does an instructor need to pack a pistol?

[@MaratPl]

Israel

[@markstenerson6851]

Need?

[@Hasselbaddie]

Because he can.

[@jeffkeith637]

Marat Plotkin I was sure someone would say Texas.

[@ssangyongrexton1160]

Israel

[@flaviomachado2508]

P Sistema LOOK É MUITO BOM .

[@geralddeveney2369]

Whats wit Gun on the Belt??

[@yarivdrory1313]

Gerald Deveney, I don't know.

[@justanaturalcarguy4031]

Idk self defence?

[@BUZZ_TEA]

looks like wacken open air ^^

[@eyalschnider]

היי יריב,יש אצלכם בעלי טרייבקה בקבוצה?

[@yarivdrory1313]

אייל שנידר, אין. לדעתי, הטרייבקה לא בנויה לשטח טכני. מקסימום שבילים.

[@gerrychan5729]

nice video, but do you have to add the music!?

[@yarivdrory1313]

You can always mute the music :-)

[@martinr8278]

Tunes were spot on! 🥇

[@kanekewl14]

I destroy 4x4s in my little XV its embarrassing. Ill never own a Jeep because of it.

[@bcon_8874]

I like the crosstrek but let's not get crazy and compare its off road ability to a jeep

[@JeremyPetho]

A Subaru with traction control is better than a Jeep with open diffs and no TC in a lot of circumstances. I have a Subaru 4x4 with a welded rear diff and it puts a lot of big 4x4s to shame. But a Subaru won't come close to a Jeep with diff locks or even traction control.

[@WayywayyH]

I traded mine in for a wrangler, the angles on this car are awful.

[@kanekewl14]

If you buy a jeep you're buying a brand name and the engines are nothing impressive. The only difference is Jeeps have been turned into rockers and muders and thats why they're the "go to car" for off road. When I was living in the Midwest every year I had to pull out big jeeps and 4x4 trucks but never a subaru.

[@WayywayyH]

I'm not saying subaru is bad or anything, mine was great. its just the bad angles and lack of lockers and a set of low range gears and the inability to put on proper mud tires. It just wasn't enough to do some of the really gnarly obstacles.

[@clayster89]

Yet TFL says its not very good at offroad......

[@yarivdrory1313]

For my opinion, with the right driver, Subaru Crosstrek will get you to most places you'll get with tough off-roaders, but with comfort.

[@NoahPARK82]

the person inside might eat some mud coz the window is open

[@yarivdrory1313]

Noah Park I guess it's part of the offroading... hhh

[@LordOfNothingham]

Why is the one dude in the black shirt packing heat?

[@endocry]

Why not?

[@martyvalle5151]

I've seen guys in a conservative state west guns,,,it's a right to bear arms so what's with all the inquiries about the guy wearing a gun !!!?

[@Hoboelmo23]

I'm glad you don't tell us what this shit eats for lunch. It's a mechanical nightmare as it is. Buy it, the said. It's a good car, they said. It has only 21,000 miles, they said. I didn't even get to 25,000 miles before I sold this piece of shit. Head gaskets, Timing belts, Wheel Bearings, Brakes - Twice, exhaust problems causing engine light on, replace sensors, cat converter. I don't care what anyone say's, Subaru sucks. The Warranty didn't cover anything. Subaru Corporate was rude and of no help. Good thing I had a bicycle to ride or I'd have never gotten to work.

[@DavidVoxDem]

Broken CV joints, broken control arms and banged up undercarriage - that's what you'll get for taking a car off-road.

[@yarivdrory1313]

See that we're not being violent with the vehicles, so nothing is broken there.

[@martinr8278]

Amazing vehicle. Completely well rounded, versatile! TFL should watch this video, might help them understand subarus! LOL they looked like they handled that terrain like a boss. How unsurprising Oh and let’s not forget to add how those subaru engineers make the worst cvts. Subarus are the only vehicle that does that btw (didn’t see much cvt comments and those always follow an amazing off road video, had to be dopey and sarcastic for a moment)

[@DavidVoxDem]

@@martinr8278 Plenty of cars have CVT's, it's useless offroad and for towing.

[@justanaturalcarguy4031]

@@DavidVoxDem Nah Idiot, theres literally no dent on any of the cars, just dirt and mud, do you need nerdy glasses?