2024 Crosstrek 2.5 Limited | Subaru At Its BEST - Full Review & 0-60 Test

[@ZeGermanHam]

I own a 2023 Crosstrek Limited, which has the same chassis, 2.5L engine, and TR580 CVT as this 2024. They are fantastic vehicles. I personally prefer the previous generation for a variety of reasons (physical knobs & buttons for HVAC is a big one), but you can't go wrong with the '24 either. When you closely compare the Crosstrek to each of its class competitors, it becomes very clear why they dominate the subcompact SUV segment. The CVT is actually very good for daily driving duties. It works quietly and smoothly in the background, and returns outstanding fuel mileage. I got 38mpg on a trip to the mountains this past weekend. That's extremely good for an AWD vehicle with this much tech.

[@MrMobi007]

have the same 23' limited.. agree about HVAC controls, essentially a perfect car.. for the limited if it had power liftgate, power seat for passenger, and a TURBO it would be PERFECT.

[@user-wp9mb5yq5e]

Got my '24 in December last year, love it! Drove from Cranbrook to Calgary (just over 4hrs) in -35 Celsius and I was oh so comfy. Beats my '99 Taco lol. Testing the off-road capabilities this weekend, hopefully the tires hold up I'm off to a bush hike!

[@TexasTruckChannel]

That’s awesome!

[@jeretso]

I love it when the roof rack is low and easy to load. HVAC controls are a pain especially when you take your eyes off the road. Classic buttons would be safer.

[@lorenschwiderski]

Which controls are giving you an issue? Seems the most important in daily use are on buttons or right in easy reach / view. What am I missing here?

[@Thanir]

I have a 22 Sport, and I dealt with 600+inches of snow this past winter and I had no issues getting around. Some days were dicey when the road to work wasnt plowed, but never got stuck. Love the clearance and the subbie awd

[@drn13355]

Good review. You actually show the outside well from all angles. Also good internal camera shots as well and good explanations.

[@TexasTruckChannel]

Thanks!

[@danichicago9140]

I've been driving a 2017 Forester XT this week to work. It's definitely a fun ride. I have an 02 WRX Wagon and the Forester is a slightly more refined version. If they offered a turbo in the Crosstrek or the Impreza wagon again I would be there tomorrow.

[@TexasTruckChannel]

Couldn't agree more! Fingers crossed it becomes an option down the road. The XT engine is excellent.

[@tpolerex7282]

I’ve also got an ‘02 WRX wagon, bought new in ‘01, with 75k miles. Based on our experience renting a ‘23 Forester Wilderness last winter in New England, bought a ‘24 Impreza RS. We are in SoCa and while we hit up Tahoe in the winter we otherwise never go off-road. The RS is such a solid chassis, great riding, handling car. Not a hot hatch but a great daily driver, accessible tech, amazing safety systems and banging stereo.

[@kieran3451]

I couldn't agree more with everybody that says this about the Crosstrek! a turbo engine would make this the complete car for me! if it happens in the next 2 years I'll definitely buy one from new! I usually buy 2 year old cars. Excellent video guys!!

[@user-xi9be9fo3w]

I traded in my 2018 Crosstrek Limited for a 24 Crosstrek Limited. I found that everything about this car is improved: ride, comfort, acceleration, handling, and sound system. The extra power is great, but I think Subaru tuned the engine to not allow full throttle at lower RPMs. Regardless of mode (S or I) the car is sluggish off the line, but at some point, usually around 4,500 RPM the torque comes on like Honda VTEC. It seems artificial to me and I suspect Subaru tuned it this way to maximize gas mileage. I wish there was a chip to allow maximum torque at all RPMs. I bet this car is capable of 7.5 second 0-60!

[@MF_UNDERTOW]

I just got a 24 sport in December and it’s amazing.

[@TexasTruckChannel]

Congrats!

[@jjr007]

The black portion below the back bumper is a aerodynamic diffuser purported to break up air flow for better a aerodynamics.

[@Roma1251]

The Crosstrek is the mini-me of the Outback!

[@knightryder3757]

The hood is light because it's aluminum, not because it's made in the USA. The Canadian Japanese made CrossTrek's also has aluminum hoods. And If you were counting the gears during your 0-60, you must have been using the paddle shifters? If so, you shouldn't have and just let in full automatic.

[@TexasTruckChannel]

We left it in full auto for the 0-60 runs.

[@BBlackmen]

I'mma tell you why people buy this vehicle is because it doesn't break down and two because of the fact that is everything that you need and everything that you don't it is one of the best compact I'm sorry subcompact SUV that you can buy.

[@RetroKingOG]

Not to call you out but official Subaru website claims the engine is actually built in Japan, the body is assembled in Indiana, to save costs. ( *that is for 2.5 L Boxer* )

[@JTorSomething]

The comments about the kombucha and Whole Foods - seeing those Burkes, guessing he's talking about himself?? 😂😂😂

[@RollerCoasterLineProductions]

I have a 19 premium. Doesn’t have all that crap like eyesight, the center control stack, has push button HVAC and the 2.0…released the 2.5 the next year. I’m very happy w my car, paid it off, only 28k. The engine did have to be pulled because of an oil leak. I suggest getting the Subaru extended warranty. Subaru used to be quirky but they’ve perfected AWD like Toyota has perfected the hybrid. Can’t go wrong with any Subaru.

[@lennygarrison6836]

Damn, an oil leak at less than 28,000 miles? Where was the leak coming from?

[@jjr007]

When you did the 0 to 60, it sounded like you left it in (I) mode instead of putting it into (S) sport mode, definitely is more responsive, and faster in the right mode.

[@TexasTruckChannel]

We were in sport mode. We tested both, with effectively the same results. Sport mostly made throttle mapping more aggressive anywhere shy of full throttle.

[@jasoncostanzo5337]

Excellent review guys. Love this new gen Cross Trek...Fox "news" app on your phone was a little cringy though.

[@doxielain2231]

coexist, I guess

[@Tonga2]

No oil cooler on this model, only the Wilderness gets the engine oil cooler.

[@lennygarrison6836]

Is it an engine oil cooler though? Or is it a cvt transmission oil cooler?

[@lourdesraupe3824]

Great review, and I can’t wait! BTW, nice “pup.” 😜

[@truthnow902]

I needed that laugh the best CVT on the market today!!! You should do your homework before you say stuff like that because it's actually the worst CVT on the market!!!!

[@TexasTruckChannel]

We have driven them all, this is the one we like the most. Thanks for watching.

[@truthnow902]

@@TexasTruckChannel you have different all of what all of the Subarus? You drive a Honda you won't go back to Subaru another thing about Subarus they don't hold their value Honda you can drive it a few years treated in I get pretty close to what you paid for it I have a 2012 that still keeps going and going and going I can get top dollar for it more than what I paid for it actually still purrs like a kitten it is so quiet sometimes I think it has stalled on me because I can't hear the motor run everybody that sees it keeps offering me money they say I'll give you cash right now I'll take it off your hands sometimes two three times a day cuz they know the value in the reliability have a Honda!!!!

[@BTDrgonzo]

Wait! The Subaru brz is not Awd

[@haroldbeauchamp3770]

Did I miss the hill climb portion?

[@TexasTruckChannel]

Don't worry, you did not, that will be the next episode!

[@JoshiFamily-w3c]

Still no rear ac vents!!

[@TexasTruckChannel]

Sadly no.

[@victorherrero4790]

Buen video, creo lo logico son los hibridos. Los full electric es una venta de espejitos e ilusiones. No hay nada como manejar un buen auto de gasolina pero la gasolina cada vez mas cara. Los hibridos es el camino a seguir y ahi Toyota y Honda la llevan de ganar por su fiabilidad y experiencia, seguro iran mejorando no en valde Toyota, Mazda y Subaru se aliaron para nuevos motores a gasolina hibridos y de combustibles alternativos. Los electricos jalan durisimo y se ven bonitos y si ahorras en electricidad en vez de gasolina pero suelen fallar mas, mas delicados, no sirven para viajes largos, no hay redes de carga desarrolladas, no hay legislaciones para el desecho/reciclaje de las baterias y contaminan mas desde su produccion. No en valde Toyota que es el lider que marcara la pauta se va por hibridos y combustibles alternativos. Ahi esta la F1 e Indycar con tecnologia hibrida.

[@Devcom88]

How is the passing power with the 2.5L?

[@TexasTruckChannel]

Adequate. Better than the 2.0.

[@Devcom88]

@@TexasTruckChannel Thanks

[@sophiapetros7602]

22 miles per gallon as a daily city driver. Ooof 😮I’m out.

[@peterasmussen2933]

nothing good has a cvt

[@pastoryau2237]

I think the cabin is so small for grown up men, esp in the rear seats, there isn't any head room at all for a 5' 10" guy.

[@RollerCoasterLineProductions]

I’m 6’1 and I sit comfortably in mine with my front seats positioned where I’d sit

[@fp5495]

Brake torquing is the most useless measure of speed, and all ya amateur copycat KZbin car reviewers use it, followed by the words "okay, it's not gonna win any drag races, but that's not what this car is all about". AS IF any car on a public road is.

[@TexasTruckChannel]

Brake torqueing when launching a traditional auto makes a huge difference over simply flooring it from zero. Assuming there is enough traction and the vehicles nannies allow it. This also is helpful on some CVT's. This yields the best results for 0-60 testing. Also, we do test every vehicle off camera to see what it likes best to give it the best result in the real world. Thanks for watching.

[@sophiapetros7602]

I wish they would copy Nissans zero gravity seats 💺. The Nissan zero gravity seats give you No back pain at all and you can sleep in them comfortably with no back pain.

[@N8RTH]

100% agree! We’ve had Subarus for years, and currently own an 18 Crosstrek Limited. I am leasing a loaded 23 Frontier too. The seat in the Nissan is mind blowingly comfortable!

[@afarangi4839]

the dog and how many ticks came with the car????