2026 Subaru Crosstrek review
Subaru Crosstrek highlights
Customer rating
(not yet rated)
Mileage (EPA estimate)
24 city, 29 highway, 26 combined
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Subaru Crosstrek an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Subaru Crosstrek 5th out of 29 among Compact SUVs.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Subaru Crosstrek is $456, compared to an average of $473 for Compact SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Subaru Crosstrek owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.4 times per year, compared to an average of 1.0 times for Compact SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 10% for the Subaru Crosstrek, compared to an average of 13% for Compact SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Subaru Crosstrek features and specs
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Base 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Remote Start
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
180
Torque (ft-lbs)
178
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
16.6
Wheelbase
105.1"
Overall length
176.4"
Width
70.9"
Height
62.8"
Leg room
F 42.9"/R 36.5"
Head room
F 39.8"/R 38"
Front tires
P225/60HR17
Rear tires
P225/60HR17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
150/1500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2026 Subaru Crosstrek FAQ
The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 26 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Sport: 26 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Premium: 26 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Wilderness: 24 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Limited: 26 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
The Subaru Crosstrek received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Subaru Crosstrek as 4 out of 29 among Compact SUV
The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek has a maximum towing capacity of between 1500 and 3500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek:
- Smart Key
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