2025 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru is known for no-nonsense SUVs with standard full-time all-wheel drive. Its cars frequently rank near the top of Consumer Reports’ Owner Satisfaction and reliability ratings, making some used Subarus a good choice. Along with all-wheel drive, Subarus are known for using a “boxer” style four-cylinder engine with opposing pistons that move horizontally. The design reduces vibration and gives the vehicle a low center of gravity. No Subaru would be considered luxurious, but most have options like heated seats and leather upholstery. Unfortunately, blind spot warning (BSW) and rear cross traffic warning (RCTW) are often optional, so buyers must pay extra for important safety features. Subaru hasn’t offered a hybrid since the plug-in hybrid Crosstrek was discontinued in 2024. The Solterra, a pure EV based on the Toyota bZ4x, charges slowly and has short range. Popular sports cars like the WRX and BR-Z show the brand’s wilder side.

The Crosstrek was given an evolutionary redesign for 2024. The EyeSight driver assistance system is now standard across all trims and includes AEB. There are also a few performance and design tweaks that Subaru says will improve handling. However, the basic formula of this small SUV remains the same: It's still a raised Impreza hatchback with impressive ground clearance and standard all-wheel drive. A rugged-looking Sport trim gets bright yellow accent trim, and all versions have more black body cladding. Two engine options carry over from 2023. A manual transmission and the plug-in hybrid version are no longer offered. The interior is similar to the Forester or Outback, and the rear seats fold flat for more cargo capacity. An 11.6-inch touchscreen is optional. For 2025, all trims except for the base received the more powerful, 182-hp 2.5-liter engine.