SUVs 2018 Subaru Crosstrek Review: Class-Topping Crossover

1 For the latest ratings and information, visit (#S052748-1) Reprinted with permission from 2017, Consumer Reports. This reprint does not imply an endorsement or sponsorship of any product, service, company, or organization. Consumer Reports is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping consumers make informed choices about products, services, and safety. For complete reviews, articles, tips, and recommendations go to or call 800-333-0663 to subscribe. Do not edit or alter this reprint in any fashion. Reproductions are not Subaru Crosstrek Review: Class-Topping CrossoverA subcompact SUV that will satisfy weekday commuters and weekend adventurersBy Consumer ReportsNovember 30, 2017 Don t be fooled by the modest styling changes inside and out from the outgoing Crosstrek . This redesigned version rides on an all-new platform, bringing a quieter cabin, a smoother ride, and improved fuel mileage, all of which help it stay atop our subcompact SUV Crosstrek s supple and controlled ride stands head and shoulders above its competition.

2 Handling is responsive, though the SUV isn t as frisky to drive as the Mazda CX-3. The Crosstrek can easily tackle a muddy trail or rough dirt road thanks to its ample ground clearance and standard all-wheel engine is a 152-hp four-cylinder that has just enough juice for most situations the same can be said for its rivals but it can feel strained and gruff when pushed. The Crosstrek s 29 mpg overall is commendable for an all-wheel-drive front seats could use more support for long drives, and lumbar adjustment isn t available. The rear seat provides decent comfort and space for the class. There s also a handy amount of cargo touch-screen infotainment system is relatively easy to navigate and is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. But if you want automatic climate control and a push-button start, you ll spend close to $30, emergency braking and forward-collision warning are optional only and not available on the base : Ride, braking, controls, fuel economyLOWS: Acceleration, engine noise, driver s seat is short on lumbar supportPOWERTRAIN: 152-hp, four-cylinder engine; continuously variable transmission; all-wheel driveFUEL: 29 mpg on regular gasPRICE AS TESTED: $25,905 Editor s Note: This article also appeared in the January 2018 issue of Consumer Reports sport-utility vehicles802018 Subaru Crosstrek !

3 Recommended Nissan Rogue Sport! Honda HR-V! Mazda CX-3! Chevrolet Tra Jeep Fiat & ModelSUVsOverall ScoreRoutine HandlingRatings & Test ResultsRatings(As of December 2017)For the latest ratings and information, visit s Overall Mileage (mpg)CR s City Mileage (mpg)CR s Highway Mileage (mpg)Braking From 60 MPH (ft.)Ratings Key:Predicated Reliability: Predicted reliability is our forecast of how well a new model is like-ly to hold up, derived from our latest Annual Car Reliability Survey. We averaged a mod-el s Reliability Verdict, whether the model had more or fewer problems overall than the average model of that year, for the newest three years, provided the model did not change significantly during that time. Refer to Reliability History for more detailed Satisfaction: Based on the percent-age of owners who would definitely pur-chase that same vehicle test Score: Road test Score is a com-posite based on more than 50 tests and evaluations at our 327-acre test facility in Colchester, Conn.

4 , on cars that Consumer Reports has purchased. Among the many tests are assessments of emergency-handling, braking capabilities, fuel economy, ride, seat comfort, headlights, and s Overall Mileage (mpg): CR s overall mileage is a composite of measured fuel us-age on a prescribed city course and highway cruising; and CR s 150-mile test trip of mixed driving, if tested. In recent road tests, we ve discontinued the 150-mile trip s City Mileage (mpg): Measured fuel us-age on a prescribed city s Highway Mileage (mpg): Measured fuel usage on a prescribed highway 0-60 (sec): The time in seconds that a vehicle takes to reach 60 mph from a standstill with the engine From 60 MPH (ft): The distance in feet a vehicle took to stop from 60 mph on dry Handling: Our expert judgement re-flects how agile the vehicle is on the road by the amount of body lean and steering re-sponse. Also includes turning circle, the bumper clearance needed to make a com-plete Handling: Several factors go into the rating, including the avoidance ma-neuver speed and confidence, as well as how the vehicle behaves when pushed to its Maneuver Speed (mph): The speed at which the vehicle negotiated suc-cessfully the avoidance maneuver : Our expert judgement of how well the suspension isolates and absorbs road imper-fections and how steady it keeps the body on various road : Our expert judgement of the vehicle s interior noise elvel in everyday driving.

5 Predicted ReliabilityOwner SatisfactionRoad Test ScoreAcceleration 0-60 (sec)Emergency HandlingAvoidance Maneuver Speed (mph)RideNoiseWorse .. Better87726664555650 Test Results(#S052748-2) Reprinted with permission from 2017, Consumer Reports. This reprint does not imply an endorsement or sponsorship of any product, service, company, or Reports is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping consumers make informed choices about products, services, and safety. For complete reviews, articles, tips, and recommendations go to or call 800-333-0663 to subscribe. Do not edit or alter this reprint in any fashion. Reproductions are not permitted.