Test Vehicle's MSRP: $29,935
(Base Model: $26,540)
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety
Features: airbags; ABS; traction control; a stability
control system; a tire pressure sensor system; an incline start assist system;
a rear-view camera; hill descent control system; a traction control system; and
automatic pre collision braking
Standard Equipment (Base): 17-inch wheels; all-wheel drive; a dual zone
ventilation system; SI Drive engine performance management system; welcoming
lighting; a dual zone ventilation system; roof spoiler; black folding side
mirrors; roof cross bar mounting points; manually adjustable front seats; cloth
seats; a manually operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; and a keyless entry
system
Standard Equipment (Premium): 17-inch sport type alloy wheels; a push button starter ignition system; keyless entry system; LED foglights; an auto up and down button for all the windows; raised ladder type roof rails; a 12-inch infotainment screen; a 6-speaker audio system; body color exterior door handles; rear seat armrest with dual cupholders and charge ports available
Options: heated front seats; heated windshield and
exterior mirrors; a power moonroof; a blind spot detection system; a lane change
assist system; rear cross traffic alert system; and 10-way power driver’s seat
with 2-way lumbar support
Other Trim Levels:
Sport
Wilderness
Limited
Standard Audio On Test
Vehicle: an 4-speaker audio
system with AM/FM
Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard
USB Connectivity: Standard
Apple/Android
Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper
Warranty: 3 years or 36,000
miles
Powertrain Warranty: 5 or 60,000 miles
Engine/Horsepower: a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder/152-horsepower
Wilderness Towing
Capacity: 3,500 towing capacity
Recommended Fuel: Regular
Standard Fuel Mileage: 26-city/33-hwy (test model)
Why:
An alternative to entry level Jeeps
AWD
Leather seats available
A power driver’s seat with lumbar support
An improved ride quality
A minimum 8.7 inches of ground clearance
An easy-to-use infotainment system
A variety of powertrains
Folding second row seats leads to more utility space
A variety of driving modes
Heated front seats
X-mode display features a roll-angle indicator, helping the driver to judge potentially hazardous situations
Power moonroof available
Rear seat armrest with dual cupholders
Wilderness model is able to drive up steep grades at a low speed
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is available for the first time
But:
Needs
to add over 200-horsepower to match the competitors from both Jeep and Ford
The
base and premium trims are only available with the smaller engine
The
location of the ignition starter is close to the setting for the odometer
reading, which can mistakenly lead to one using the wrong button
A
push-button ignition starter should be standard across the board
Since we last reviewed the Crosstrek in 2021, the base model price has risen on average $1,200 annually over the past three years.
While the vehicle has been redesigned, it looks more evolutionary. From the naked eye, the exterior still looks relatively the same as the previous model. And the base 2.5-liter model engine still under performs. Its too bad the upgraded engine isn’t standard across the line.
However, the big news is more noticeable on the inside. The Crosstrek wears a new easy-to-use touchscreen infotainment screen. And wireless Apple CarPlay and Android are now available.
Moreover, the Premium trim we reviewed was an upgrade over the base model, including such features as a keyless push button ignition starter, keyless entry front doors and 6 audio speakers.
Lastly, the Crosstrek is available with the latest safety driving aids. In fact, the brand’s signature EyeSight driver assist technology is standard across the line. This feature monitors the movement of traffic, warns if the driver sways outside the lane and optimizes cruise control.
Competition: Chevy Trailblazer; Ford Bronco Sport; Jeep Compass; and Mazda
CX-30
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