On our 4th Subaru in 20 years, zero problems for us . Know a fair number of people driving Subarus and none have ever had the so called head gasket problem. JM2C
Thanks for the informative review! I purchased a new 2024 Crosstrek Limited (2.5L/and no gold accents) in mid April '24, my first ever Subaru. It's dark "magnetite gray" which tends to let the plastic body cladding blend in and not standout so much. I wanted ALL the features in the Limited and added more option packages so it's fully loaded. I glanced at the Wilderness Edition but couldn't get past the excessive plastic and to be honest we drive on paved suburban streets 95% of the time. The Crosstrek rides surprisingly well and is fairly quiet for a small subcompact. It's not powerful even with the 2.5L engine but I find it to be mostly adequate. I wouldn't try passing slow semi trucks on a two lane highway without lots of passing runway ahead. Something my V6 Honda did with confidence. I'm liking the large Subaru 11.6 inch infotainment screen especially with a map up on the screen whether its Google Maps, Waze, Apple Maps, or the (optional) built-in TomTom navigation. I find the 11.6 inch infotainment display to be sufficiently responsive once it's up and running. It CAN be sluggish until it's fully 'booted up' for the first 30-seconds or so. The menu layout is not as bad as some make it out to be as the frequently used onscreen 'buttons' are always there at the bottom of the display including climate controls and the button to disable Auto Stop Start. The Harman-Kardon stereo sounds excellent and it's noticeably better than the upgraded factory stereo we had in the 2019 Honda Passport Touring. There are no perfect vehicles and our Hondas and Toyotas were not without their little problems and recall annoyances. We've historically been a Honda and Toyota family over the decades so we'll see how it goes with our first Subaru.
I really love the Crosstrek. I don't mind that it doesn't have a 300-horsepower engine. It is great in the city, the compact shape is great for parallel parking. It also comes with good ground clearance for mild offroading on the weekends or when the snow gets deep. It also has amazing resale value and nice tech features. It really is a perfect car, if you can look past a CVT transmission. Honestly, having owned a 2012 Outback for a long time, currently sitting at 125,000, I can't really notice any difference between a CVT and a normal auto. I bet the newest ones are even better
Not sure why Subaru USA doesn't spec the heated steering wheels in their Crosstrek trims. Subaru Canada specs them so we get them. I get that people in Arizona, Florida and Texas likely don't care about a heated wheel, but I still think people living in the northern half of the USA states would appreciate it. It's not like it's a really expensive feature. It's probably only $250 so it's not a deal breaker for the southern people who maybe don't need it.
@@ddrennon yea. A heated wheel is such an inexpensive feature. Either include it on most trims or perhaps offer a "Cold Weather Package" for $800 (or whatever it would cost) that gives heated seats and wheel for people who live in the cooler regions.
Love the Crosstrek. I currently own the 2023 PHEV and logged 385 kilometers without using the motor over the last couple of weeks. I added 35 dollars of gas once in over a month hehe. These cars are fantastic!
We bought a base Impreza back in 2018. What we didn’t realize when signing was that it hardly has any NVH insulation compared to the other models so it’s really LOUD in the cabin. So avoid the base models if you can afford to.
TOM! you have the BEST B ROLL footage of any car reviewer! been watching now for over a decade! and I enjoy your reviews! Keep up the awesome reviews! look forward to more to come! also love the fact you review all cars! and not just the luxury ones, also love your Volvo car reviews! Volvo for Life
"Owners will appreciate this[extra power] when merging in traffic.." Tom, Subaru owners don't merge, they follow the traffic at a safe distance. If you're behind one [as you will be in, for example, New Paltz, NY] you'll be late. "A Subaru in front of you" is what you tell your boss. Thanks, nice review.
I bought a 2023 Crosstrek Limited in November 22 and I absolutely love it! I find that it is peppier than my wife’s Honda CR-V Touring 2022 model! Also it is quieter on acceleration and is terrific when driving in snow covered roads!
I bought a 2024 Crosstrek Sport & only get around 23mpg. Otherwise, I love it. Being in Texas, I think the A/C vents need more range & vents for backseat passengers is a must!
I watch because Tom is just good people trying to be helpful. This car would be sooooooooo cool with the WRX engine and a bit of rally-car combination of practical wheels and some ground clearance, but some power and good seats.
I've been debating my next car being between a Santa Cruz and a Crosstrek and I think I'm leaning subie. for the gas mileage. Thank you as always for the reviews, Tom!
Just bought a 2025 outback limited, while I was at the dealership, I noticed a bunch of cars all stacked up off to the side in a field. I asked the salesman what was up with those. He said a hailstorm wiped out over 150 brand new cars. I asked him what will they do with them? He said they were going to be wholesaled. Long story short, I also bought a new 2024 Crosstrek sport for 19k. Yes had some hail damage, but not that bad really. No financing available, but I paid cash for both cars anyway. Traded in my old BMW that had 164 k miles on it, brought the new Crosstrek down to 15 k, I couldn't pass up on the deal.
We'll know in 4-5 years. My friend's issue was with a 2020 (I believe). And this was his third car with the issue (not sure why he was brand loyal at that point). This is anecdotal.
This is so close to what I want for my next vehicle, but a hybrid powertrain putting MPG somewhere near the Corolla Cross Hybrid would check every box. I’m probably not alone thinking that city MPG in the mid 20s is a deal breaker in 2024. We do most of our driving commuting and running errands in the city, but the capability of Subaru’s AWD system in winter trips to the Cascades would definitely be superior to the Corolla Cross’s electronic on demand system.
Trying to decide between a Crosstrek and a Forester. A little more space in the Forester, but a little bit more in price also. Wish the Crosstrek had the Harman Kardon option in their option package. That is one thing the Forester Sport has going for it.
Head gaskets haven't been an issue in Subarus for at least 10 years...please, do some research. Also, the slow touch screen just got an update within the past week.
In California, all steering wheels get heated -- sometimes more than you can touch! I test drove the Outback the other day. If the lane keep is engaged you have to fight it at times to be where you want to be on the road -- would turn that off. Auto stop/start I would also select off each time. In regard to the CrossTrek the looks are fine, it should be the fastest, aside of the turbo Outback, which is great, but I am not so sure about the camera on either side of the mirror. Seems to be a bit in the sightline, though after you drive a bit, perhaps you just learn to tune - it - out? Those cameras add to the cost of windshield replacement, while taking up much of your day as they fiddle with the recalibrations. Ah yes, the modern world with always something to add to complexity of one's life :|
@@maeu59 I do signal. I am talking moving towards an inside edge on turns, or when it wants to center, yet you are off centered by lane keep. It doesn't work.
Prefers to deal with facts not rumors? Buddy you need to look up those facts and you'll find them very easily. Those engine used to last 8 years at least. Now they blow within the first 2. That certainly wont be the last of that issue. Beyond warranty its all on you and in some cases not worth it. Mazda is currently of much higher reliability. Though nothing drives like a Subaru. Still have the best AWD I've encountered. My uncle had a 5th gen legacy. That was a phenomenal driving experience.
Hello can you test the eyesight and reverse to see how it work or not ,I really want to see the video of that to see how all the eyesight and reverse system Thank you
Have a 2015 Outback with the 2.5 liter. No problems with any aspect of the car. No leaks. I take it on unpaved rocky roads to go fly fishing & hiking. It’s been flawless! The same is true of my friends who own Outback’s & Crosstreks. Just maintain it as scheduled & don’t abuse it.
I think for the money- I'm leaning MORE toward the Mazda CX-50 -- for several reasons-- MORE quality in bulid and materials-- better over all performance- and LOOK (the CX-50 looks MUCH better) and I don't like doing everything on a flippin screen.
Crosstrek is getting uglier from generation to generation. The huge TV-sized screen? Atrocious. Simulated shifts on a CVT? Stupid. Automatic stop/start makes more sense on a hybrid and is smoother. The RAV-4 Hybrid makes a lot more sense even considering its AWD system is so-so, at it easily delivers 40+ MPG.
Subbie lover boy in action , zero objectivity in this love fest! 😂No thanks , CVT and underwhelming engine , cheesy greasy touch screen , fugly styling . I will take CX30 anyday , way better design and build 👍
@@DrivenCarReviews Good to know , I hope Subbie can one day source Toyota's reliable 8 speed ATX , better base engines and make models that are also set up for street as vast majority of the car market drives on asphalt . The design team that can clean up it's weird styling .
Can you buy a Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness made for Canada in USA? The one made in Japan with heated wheel? Can an amarican but this car in Canada and bring it to USA or shipp it to Europe?
1:26 I wish Subaru allow you to do a free downgrade: make the 18" wheels as well as the 17-inchers from the lower models both available standard wheels you can have with the Sport. Some of us like smaller wheels. It makes the replacement tires cheaper, more sidewall means a cushier ride, etc. :)
The Sport is equivilant to the Onyx in Canada, a trim level that includes the U.S. $1900 option plus heated steering wheel for $36,500 Canadian which is about $27,100 U.S.
Thanks for the great review as always, Tom, I test drove this car but eventually bought a preowned Hyundai Ioniq plugin hybrids due to much lower cost and spectacular mpg. I know I’m giving up a bit of space for sure.
Regarding the head gasket issue, that was mostly on the EJ series and the most common ones were from 1996-2004. So there was an issue with them, most of the problems were quite some time ago. If you get something in the last 10 years, assuming it has been maintained well (like many vehicles), they are very reliable.
My friend's issue was with a 2020 (I believe). It was modern model and could be a one off. This was his third car with the issue (not sure why he was brand loyal at that point).
@@DrivenCarReviews That is odd, the head gasket issue isn't really a thing on the newer FA series engines. I will say though, there isn't much headroom in these powertrains. If you buy one and run it as is, it's pretty trouble free. If you buy a WRX and mod it (anything), it's likely going to have issues unless you do EVERYTHING correct (which isn't the case 99.9% of the time). One thing that seems to be important with these is maintenance. It's always important for all makes, but I think it might be a little more important for Subaru powertrains, possibly because they are a bit different.
@@jeffer1101 Yeah, I thought it was largely over and might be. I suffered though an evening with his tale of woe. He was pretty frustrated. But not enough apparently. He was considering another one which seemed kind of crazy to me.
@@DrivenCarReviews Our grandson had this issue with the 2005 Subaru Outback that we gifted him. His parents leased a new vehicle rather than repairing the Subaru. Replacing the head gasket would have been much less expensive than the new lease will be.
I test drove the Sport and loved it except it didn't have the "fake" leather water resistant seats. My big problem is poor gas mileage and NO temperature knobs what a pain!!!!!
START/STOP is STUPID in any vehicle-- it wears the engine out much faster and will FAIL after racking up some miles-- as most things will-- BUT- it's STUPID.. period..
I got into the habit of switching it off as soon as I get into the car. Hit the car icon (lower left) and turn it off on the next screen. It will be easier on the starter, the battery, and wear and tear on the pistons etc.
Tom, been watching you for awhile now. Great video as always and awesome commentary about competitive cars and trims. Please keep going, this is one of the more informative car review channels!
I bought a Zojirushi thermos. I looked all over for one that wasn't made in China, and the Zojirushi's are manufactured in Thailand. They are also one of the best at retaining heat/cold, so a bonus there as well.
Odd that Canada's trim model lineup is so different from the US trim models. Here we have the Touring which is like the Premium, w/ 2.0L but has heated seats and steering wheel and mirrors, leather steering wheel and shifter. Canadians like their heated items in lower models I guess. Touring has no sunroof which I prefer not having, while the Onyx (like the Sport in the US) has the 2.5L and sunroof. I have a Touring and love it, and I am OK with the 2.0L, however if I lived in a region with freeways I'd want the 2.5L. My region is a lot of urban slow winding streets and mountain highways which are also slow, so the 2.0L is fine. Apparently the 2.0L Crosstreks were made in Japan, while the 2.5L made in the US.
Tom, I'd be curious to know what year your friends' Subarus were/are that have had head gasket issues. I was under the impression that particular problem has long since been rectified. Thanks again for another informative and well-shot review.
I'll ask but I believe it was a 2020 (he drives A LOT). Could have been an isolated problem (why I'm always reluctant to bring reliability up). However, this was his third car with the issue (not sure why he was brand loyal at that point). It was a $9,000 bill according to him.
My friend's issue was with a was modern model and could have been a one off at this point. But it was his third car with the issue (not sure why he was brand loyal at that point).
Does the 2.5L Crosstrek get out of its own way? I am thinking/planning ahead a couple or so years and would like a vehicle that is practical to go alongside what I already have possibly. I rented a Crosstrek before and it had the 2.0 and was not very happy with it.
The heated steering wheel is over here in Canada. 😬. Our Sport is the Onyx. While no real options it has everything you mentioned plus the heated hand holder
Please, please folks, if your considering a Subaru check the class actions suites against them. My 2021 Crosstrek Sport had two .. the windshields and the Eyesite system. At 23000 miles I got rid of the Trek because I was about to loose my insurance over 5 windshields in one year and the Eyesite sstem almost got me killed twice .. all reported to Subaru and I never got a single reply.
Rodents loooooove soy covered wiring under the hood. Part of you will feel good about being more environmentally friendly and the other part will be paying extra and often for it...Why didn't they just put a wheel of cheese under the hood?
For the price, if you don't need the extra few inches of ground clearance, check out the Legacy. Not losing much cargo space, and gaining a bit more refinement and comfort. Also, you can get an available 2.4 turbo with a lot more power.
One of these days I'm gonna catch you and Martin as you do your filming in the Blue Ridge neighborhood! But looks like you are up earlier than I am! The "Baby Outback" is indeed a practical city car that can handle the backroad well also.
Here in canada, it's not that much difference in price to just get the wilderness . And if AWD is for you. then subi is by far better then almost all .
Thanks Tom . I own a Wilderness but agree the sport has a better look. I feel the 4:11 gears on a wilderness provides more low end grunt over the 3:70 gears in the Sport. Also the Sportex seats make more sense. Also the 3500 pound towing capacity.
Currently on my third Subaru -- and it's 10 years old. I've never had an engine or transmission problem. The only thing I've had to repair outside of scheduled maintenance was a window regulator/motor.
Very informative and helpful review. I always have enjoyed and appreciated Tom's reviews: practical, fun, and excellent at zeroing in on the most important details about cars. Have been thinking about getting a Crosstrek for my wife for a few years (got a Subaru CPO Crosstrek Limited for my daughter a year ago). Had not seriously considered the Sport model, but based on this review, I plan to consider it in my search for a Crosstrek for my wife now. Thanks!
U.K. only gets the 2.0 L with the power reduced to 136 BHP from previous generations 150bhp. We also only get 2 trim versions, the Limited and the Touring. I feel Subaru has abandoned the U.K. market considering Mazda, Honda etc all do 2.5L with more trim versions too. I really like the Crosstrek but feel it will be underpowered especially for overtaking. Very saddening.
Living in a major city's urban core, I have always wanted a crosstrek for it's size and flexibility. Been waiting for the hybrid option and sounds like it is coming. However, Subaru lost me with that huge screen and all the functions it performs. Subs are known for durability and I see that screen as moving away from that. More knobs and switches, please.
I've have the same color and model sans moonroof and power seat. The infotainment center is infuriating and the throttle/cvt can be alarmingly laggy from stop at times. Other than that, wonderful vehicle.
I watch Tom’s videos, even for cars I am not interested in, for the cinematography. Good stuff sir!
Always trying
Same!
On our 4th Subaru in 20 years, zero problems for us . Know a fair number of people driving Subarus and none have ever had the so called head gasket problem. JM2C
I know 4 people (one had a three-pete unfortunately), but I also know a lot of Subaru owners.
Thanks for the informative review! I purchased a new 2024 Crosstrek Limited (2.5L/and no gold accents) in mid April '24, my first ever Subaru. It's dark "magnetite gray" which tends to let the plastic body cladding blend in and not standout so much. I wanted ALL the features in the Limited and added more option packages so it's fully loaded. I glanced at the Wilderness Edition but couldn't get past the excessive plastic and to be honest we drive on paved suburban streets 95% of the time. The Crosstrek rides surprisingly well and is fairly quiet for a small subcompact. It's not powerful even with the 2.5L engine but I find it to be mostly adequate. I wouldn't try passing slow semi trucks on a two lane highway without lots of passing runway ahead. Something my V6 Honda did with confidence. I'm liking the large Subaru 11.6 inch infotainment screen especially with a map up on the screen whether its Google Maps, Waze, Apple Maps, or the (optional) built-in TomTom navigation. I find the 11.6 inch infotainment display to be sufficiently responsive once it's up and running. It CAN be sluggish until it's fully 'booted up' for the first 30-seconds or so. The menu layout is not as bad as some make it out to be as the frequently used onscreen 'buttons' are always there at the bottom of the display including climate controls and the button to disable Auto Stop Start. The Harman-Kardon stereo sounds excellent and it's noticeably better than the upgraded factory stereo we had in the 2019 Honda Passport Touring. There are no perfect vehicles and our Hondas and Toyotas were not without their little problems and recall annoyances. We've historically been a Honda and Toyota family over the decades so we'll see how it goes with our first Subaru.
My car insurance went down after purchasing a 2024 Crosstrek Sport!
Tom, You are up at 3 AM posting videos. That's what I call dedication!!
I'll just let you believe that
@@DrivenCarReviews😉
@@rightlanehog3151 They can be timed to drop at certain times.
@@DrivenCarReviewsDon't spoil the magic.
You can upload it to RUclips and tell them when to release it.
Just picked up my wilderness today. Felt like such a great deal, I cannot complain.
I really love the Crosstrek. I don't mind that it doesn't have a 300-horsepower engine. It is great in the city, the compact shape is great for parallel parking. It also comes with good ground clearance for mild offroading on the weekends or when the snow gets deep. It also has amazing resale value and nice tech features. It really is a perfect car, if you can look past a CVT transmission. Honestly, having owned a 2012 Outback for a long time, currently sitting at 125,000, I can't really notice any difference between a CVT and a normal auto. I bet the newest ones are even better
Tom is always perfect.
Well, always trying
Not sure why Subaru USA doesn't spec the heated steering wheels in their Crosstrek trims. Subaru Canada specs them so we get them. I get that people in Arizona, Florida and Texas likely don't care about a heated wheel, but I still think people living in the northern half of the USA states would appreciate it. It's not like it's a really expensive feature. It's probably only $250 so it's not a deal breaker for the southern people who maybe don't need it.
I figured Canada got them. It should be an optioning the US at least.
@@DrivenCarReviews yea, the only Crosstrek here that doesn't get the heated wheel is the base trim (same with Forester).
Yeah, I live in Georgia, so: No need. My daughters live in northern latitudes and have told me it is a must-have on all future cars.
@@ddrennon yea. A heated wheel is such an inexpensive feature. Either include it on most trims or perhaps offer a "Cold Weather Package" for $800 (or whatever it would cost) that gives heated seats and wheel for people who live in the cooler regions.
@@jeffer1101 Confess I love heated seats even on not-cold days because of my old bones.
I have a 2002 Forrester and a 2018 Crosstrek. Great cars.
I think the Crosstrek Limited is the best and I own it. Same features mentioned plus more and better audio system. I looked at the other versions.
& no yellow accents. I mean its cool... for like a couple years thats it. I plan a keeping the car 10 years. So i agree Limited is the way to go.
This was so helpful! I’m ready to upgrade my cross trek sport, happy hear your review is positive. Many thanks.
Thank you. Your videos are very well produced.
Love the Crosstrek. I currently own the 2023 PHEV and logged 385 kilometers without using the motor over the last couple of weeks. I added 35 dollars of gas once in over a month hehe. These cars are fantastic!
We bought a base Impreza back in 2018. What we didn’t realize when signing was that it hardly has any NVH insulation compared to the other models so it’s really LOUD in the cabin. So avoid the base models if you can afford to.
That's better now, I know what you're talking about.
TOM! you have the BEST B ROLL footage of any car reviewer! been watching now for over a decade! and I enjoy your reviews! Keep up the awesome reviews! look forward to more to come! also love the fact you review all cars! and not just the luxury ones, also love your Volvo car reviews! Volvo for Life
Wow, thanks!
"Owners will appreciate this[extra power] when merging in traffic.." Tom, Subaru owners don't merge, they follow the traffic at a safe distance. If you're behind one [as you will be in, for example, New Paltz, NY] you'll be late. "A Subaru in front of you" is what you tell your boss. Thanks, nice review.
Different owners drive differently but I know what you're getting at!
I bought a 2023 Crosstrek Limited in November 22 and I absolutely love it! I find that it is peppier than my wife’s Honda CR-V Touring 2022 model! Also it is quieter on acceleration and is terrific when driving in snow covered roads!
I bought a 2024 Crosstrek Sport & only get around 23mpg. Otherwise, I love it. Being in Texas, I think the A/C vents need more range & vents for backseat passengers is a must!
I watch because Tom is just good people trying to be helpful. This car would be sooooooooo cool with the WRX engine and a bit of rally-car combination of practical wheels and some ground clearance, but some power and good seats.
The black wheels are a deal killer.
I've been debating my next car being between a Santa Cruz and a Crosstrek and I think I'm leaning subie. for the gas mileage. Thank you as always for the reviews, Tom!
shaving is really the bane of my existence. Great shots! just need that extra mpg.. maybe toyota's prime line engines
Just bought a 2025 outback limited, while I was at the dealership, I noticed a bunch of cars all stacked up off to the side in a field. I asked the salesman what was up with those. He said a hailstorm wiped out over 150 brand new cars. I asked him what will they do with them? He said they were going to be wholesaled. Long story short, I also bought a new 2024 Crosstrek sport for 19k. Yes had some hail damage, but not that bad really. No financing available, but I paid cash for both cars anyway. Traded in my old BMW that had 164 k miles on it, brought the new Crosstrek down to 15 k, I couldn't pass up on the deal.
Thank you for a wonderful review very “Motorweekish” informative and pointed out all the highlights of the vehicle.
Hasn't the head gasket issue long been fixed?
We'll know in 4-5 years. My friend's issue was with a 2020 (I believe). And this was his third car with the issue (not sure why he was brand loyal at that point). This is anecdotal.
@@DrivenCarReviews Oh dear, I see a RAV4 in his future. ;)
@DrivenCarReviews if he's had 3 with issues, it's not the vehicle brand.
Fact !!
The head gaskets were problematic years back, but all of the newer Subarus, after 2019, have overcome these issues.
That would be 2014, not '19
You rock Tom, you just told me this car
This is so close to what I want for my next vehicle, but a hybrid powertrain putting MPG somewhere near the Corolla Cross Hybrid would check every box. I’m probably not alone thinking that city MPG in the mid 20s is a deal breaker in 2024. We do most of our driving commuting and running errands in the city, but the capability of Subaru’s AWD system in winter trips to the Cascades would definitely be superior to the Corolla Cross’s electronic on demand system.
Forester will soon be a hybrid ICYMI.
Trying to decide between a Crosstrek and a Forester. A little more space in the Forester, but a little bit more in price also. Wish the Crosstrek had the Harman Kardon option in their option package. That is one thing the Forester Sport has going for it.
It is an option
Head gaskets haven't been an issue in Subarus for at least 10 years...please, do some research. Also, the slow touch screen just got an update within the past week.
Waiting for implementation of Toyotas hybrids...
The wilderness is the way to go. Rides better with it's high quality suspension system equipped for rugged and smooth travel.
I prefer the Wilderness off road, the normal versions for highway driving
In California, all steering wheels get heated -- sometimes more than you can touch! I test drove the Outback the other day. If the lane keep is engaged you have to fight it at times to be where you want to be on the road -- would turn that off. Auto stop/start I would also select off each time. In regard to the CrossTrek the looks are fine, it should be the fastest, aside of the turbo Outback, which is great, but I am not so sure about the camera on either side of the mirror. Seems to be a bit in the sightline, though after you drive a bit, perhaps you just learn to tune - it - out? Those cameras add to the cost of windshield replacement, while taking up much of your day as they fiddle with the recalibrations. Ah yes, the modern world with always something to add to complexity of one's life :|
As far as the lane change just signal when changing lanes.
@@maeu59 I do signal. I am talking moving towards an inside edge on turns, or when it wants to center, yet you are off centered by lane keep. It doesn't work.
@@lorenschwiderski I have an ascent and it works great, but I had a crosstrek loaner which was more sensitive and was pulling more but still ok.
Prefers to deal with facts not rumors? Buddy you need to look up those facts and you'll find them very easily. Those engine used to last 8 years at least. Now they blow within the first 2. That certainly wont be the last of that issue. Beyond warranty its all on you and in some cases not worth it. Mazda is currently of much higher reliability. Though nothing drives like a Subaru. Still have the best AWD I've encountered. My uncle had a 5th gen legacy. That was a phenomenal driving experience.
I own a ctosstrek, I wish I would have bought crosstrek sport
IF YOU Turn Off the STOP/START Will IT Stay Off Or Do You need to do it everyday??
Every restart. Like all of them.
Thanks!
I appreciate the support!
Hello can you test the eyesight and reverse to see how it work or not ,I really want to see the video of that to see how all the eyesight and reverse system Thank you
The car is gone so I can't. Pretty sure Eyesight is not part of the reverse system, it only looks forward.
Five different trim levels or five different versions. There's only one model, the Crosstrek
Any oil consumption with Subaru after some years on them, as in 20K to 100K range?
Owners can you help out here?
Have a 2015 Outback with the 2.5 liter. No problems with any aspect of the car. No leaks. I take it on unpaved rocky roads to go fly fishing & hiking. It’s been flawless! The same is true of my friends who own Outback’s & Crosstreks. Just maintain it as scheduled & don’t abuse it.
Does the autostop/start reset to ON each time you start the car?
Yes, like any car.
$30 will solve that
Well done 👍🏻
🔥Happy Tuesday🔥....
I think for the money- I'm leaning MORE toward the Mazda CX-50 -- for several reasons-- MORE quality in bulid and materials-- better over all performance- and LOOK (the CX-50 looks MUCH better) and I don't like doing everything on a flippin screen.
Big screen, too few accessible buttons / knobs, no thanks.
No M/T means no “sweet spot”
how old are you
One day older than I was yesterday.
Crosstrek is getting uglier from generation to generation. The huge TV-sized screen? Atrocious. Simulated shifts on a CVT? Stupid. Automatic stop/start makes more sense on a hybrid and is smoother. The RAV-4 Hybrid makes a lot more sense even considering its AWD system is so-so, at it easily delivers 40+ MPG.
Hybrids are for the Ladies, hope your wife enjoys hers.
Subbie lover boy in action , zero objectivity in this love fest! 😂No thanks , CVT and underwhelming engine , cheesy greasy touch screen , fugly styling .
I will take CX30 anyday , way better design and build 👍
I have never owned a Subaru so lover boy hardly applies. CX30 is on my list of competitors.
@@DrivenCarReviews Good to know , I hope Subbie can one day source Toyota's reliable 8 speed ATX , better base engines and make models that are also set up for street as vast majority of the car market drives on asphalt . The design team that can clean up it's weird styling .
Stay away from subaru reliability very pooor
Statistically, the brand is around average over the last 4-5 years.
Can you buy a Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness made for Canada in USA? The one made in Japan with heated wheel? Can an amarican but this car in Canada and bring it to USA or shipp it to Europe?
Nope
Agree that Sport is the one to get. The only concerns are those gold accents and the fact they're not built in Japan.
1:26 I wish Subaru allow you to do a free downgrade: make the 18" wheels as well as the 17-inchers from the lower models both available standard wheels you can have with the Sport. Some of us like smaller wheels. It makes the replacement tires cheaper, more sidewall means a cushier ride, etc. :)
The headgasket issue was addressed by upgrading the gasket they use as standard on the newer vehicles. Subaru made the change a few years ago.
I absolutely noticed the difference with the 2.5 engine, she is so fun to drive. The Sport really is the sweet spot!!!
The Sport is equivilant to the Onyx in Canada, a trim level that includes the U.S. $1900 option plus heated steering wheel for $36,500 Canadian which is about $27,100 U.S.
Thanks for the great review as always, Tom, I test drove this car but eventually bought a preowned Hyundai Ioniq plugin hybrids due to much lower cost and spectacular mpg. I know I’m giving up a bit of space for sure.
Regarding the head gasket issue, that was mostly on the EJ series and the most common ones were from 1996-2004. So there was an issue with them, most of the problems were quite some time ago. If you get something in the last 10 years, assuming it has been maintained well (like many vehicles), they are very reliable.
My friend's issue was with a 2020 (I believe). It was modern model and could be a one off. This was his third car with the issue (not sure why he was brand loyal at that point).
@@DrivenCarReviews That is odd, the head gasket issue isn't really a thing on the newer FA series engines. I will say though, there isn't much headroom in these powertrains. If you buy one and run it as is, it's pretty trouble free. If you buy a WRX and mod it (anything), it's likely going to have issues unless you do EVERYTHING correct (which isn't the case 99.9% of the time). One thing that seems to be important with these is maintenance. It's always important for all makes, but I think it might be a little more important for Subaru powertrains, possibly because they are a bit different.
@@jeffer1101 Yeah, I thought it was largely over and might be. I suffered though an evening with his tale of woe. He was pretty frustrated. But not enough apparently. He was considering another one which seemed kind of crazy to me.
@@DrivenCarReviews Our grandson had this issue with the 2005 Subaru Outback that we gifted him. His parents leased a new vehicle rather than repairing the Subaru. Replacing the head gasket would have been much less expensive than the new lease will be.
I had an oil consumption issue with a 2014 Outback. Subaru replaced the engine block under warranty.
I test drove the Sport and loved it except it didn't have the "fake" leather water resistant seats. My big problem is poor gas mileage and NO temperature knobs what a pain!!!!!
START/STOP is STUPID in any vehicle-- it wears the engine out much faster and will FAIL after racking up some miles-- as most things will-- BUT- it's STUPID.. period..
WARRANTY 😂
What if it doesn’t have an engine?
@@martinlutherkingjr.5582 Then it's dependant on your FRED Flintstone feet pushing it.
@@davidwayne9982 What if it has a motor?
I got into the habit of switching it off as soon as I get into the car. Hit the car icon (lower left) and turn it off on the next screen. It will be easier on the starter, the battery, and wear and tear on the pistons etc.
Tom, been watching you for awhile now. Great video as always and awesome commentary about competitive cars and trims. Please keep going, this is one of the more informative car review channels!
I was fixated on the precarious little pool of coffee sloshing around on Tom's ever-present cup and WHOOPS, there it went at 4:40.
I refuse to get one of those huge trendy Stanley cups (even though it's based in Seattle).
@@DrivenCarReviews Probably for the best they contain led, and there are better options for less
@@DrivenCarReviews MiiR is also based here; it's a good company with nice tumblers. So many designs and I've seen them sold around the world now
@@marioseoul Just down the from me in Fremont. Looked into Driven logo mugs there.
I bought a Zojirushi thermos. I looked all over for one that wasn't made in China, and the Zojirushi's are manufactured in Thailand. They are also one of the best at retaining heat/cold, so a bonus there as well.
Odd that Canada's trim model lineup is so different from the US trim models. Here we have the Touring which is like the Premium, w/ 2.0L but has heated seats and steering wheel and mirrors, leather steering wheel and shifter. Canadians like their heated items in lower models I guess. Touring has no sunroof which I prefer not having, while the Onyx (like the Sport in the US) has the 2.5L and sunroof. I have a Touring and love it, and I am OK with the 2.0L, however if I lived in a region with freeways I'd want the 2.5L. My region is a lot of urban slow winding streets and mountain highways which are also slow, so the 2.0L is fine. Apparently the 2.0L Crosstreks were made in Japan, while the 2.5L made in the US.
Tom, I'd be curious to know what year your friends' Subarus were/are that have had head gasket issues. I was under the impression that particular problem has long since been rectified. Thanks again for another informative and well-shot review.
I'll ask but I believe it was a 2020 (he drives A LOT). Could have been an isolated problem (why I'm always reluctant to bring reliability up). However, this was his third car with the issue (not sure why he was brand loyal at that point). It was a $9,000 bill according to him.
My friend's issue was with a was modern model and could have been a one off at this point. But it was his third car with the issue (not sure why he was brand loyal at that point).
@@DrivenCarReviews Yikes, three of 'em with head gasket issues. Now that's taking brand loyalty to a whole new level.
The heated steering wheel is in Canada models
Does the 2.5L Crosstrek get out of its own way? I am thinking/planning ahead a couple or so years and would like a vehicle that is practical to go alongside what I already have possibly. I rented a Crosstrek before and it had the 2.0 and was not very happy with it.
The heated steering wheel is over here in Canada. 😬. Our Sport is the Onyx. While no real options it has everything you mentioned plus the heated hand holder
Please, please folks, if your considering a Subaru check the class actions suites against them. My 2021 Crosstrek Sport had two .. the windshields and the Eyesite system. At 23000 miles I got rid of the Trek because I was about to loose my insurance over 5 windshields in one year and the Eyesite sstem almost got me killed twice .. all reported to Subaru and I never got a single reply.
Frostbite Falls! That fictional town in the Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends! Brrr!!!
Mosse and Squirrel!
Excellent coverage. Thanks. I'm just gonna get one now. No need to watch more videos, you covered everything exquisitely.
Buy the premium if you just want to drive sensible and not pay the extra money for a bigger engine.
Rodents loooooove soy covered wiring under the hood. Part of you will feel good about being more environmentally friendly and the other part will be paying extra and often for it...Why didn't they just put a wheel of cheese under the hood?
Martin Campbell👍Tom Voelk👍 Great job guys! Always excellent videos!!
For the price, if you don't need the extra few inches of ground clearance, check out the Legacy. Not losing much cargo space, and gaining a bit more refinement and comfort. Also, you can get an available 2.4 turbo with a lot more power.
If you’re going to review a Subaru, you really need to do it sporting a beard and a man bun.
You forgot Birkenstocks with socks.
@@DrivenCarReviews Black ones.
I like the interior material choices, not just boring black with more gloss black.
The Limited does look better though
Start stop system if you ran out of gas you want to know cut off or you ran out of gas😅
Great review. Always a fan of Subaru.
One of these days I'm gonna catch you and Martin as you do your filming in the Blue Ridge neighborhood! But looks like you are up earlier than I am! The "Baby Outback" is indeed a practical city car that can handle the backroad well also.
We do it early so we don't bother the fine folks there. Martin's mom lives in BR. Also, only shoot there a few times a year and have overused it.
Here in canada, it's not that much difference in price to just get the wilderness . And if AWD is for you. then subi is by far better then almost all .
Maybe, but the Wilderness might be the best choice for some.
To let everyone know, Martin & Tom's birthstone is the Coffee Bean. Lol, so let's try to keep them awake and alert.
And dark roast...
What about the tcv problem
I appreciate the performance of Subaru but they are just bland and generic on exterior styling.
Thanks Tom . I own a Wilderness but agree the sport has a better look. I feel the 4:11 gears on a wilderness provides more low end grunt over the 3:70 gears in the Sport. Also the Sportex seats make more sense. Also the 3500 pound towing capacity.
Appreciate the " best model option" angle. And you don't belabor the point here & there the way many reviewers do.
Currently on my third Subaru -- and it's 10 years old. I've never had an engine or transmission problem. The only thing I've had to repair outside of scheduled maintenance was a window regulator/motor.
Very informative and helpful review. I always have enjoyed and appreciated Tom's reviews: practical, fun, and excellent at zeroing in on the most important details about cars. Have been thinking about getting a Crosstrek for my wife for a few years (got a Subaru CPO Crosstrek Limited for my daughter a year ago). Had not seriously considered the Sport model, but based on this review, I plan to consider it in my search for a Crosstrek for my wife now. Thanks!
U.K. only gets the 2.0 L with the power reduced to 136 BHP from previous generations 150bhp. We also only get 2 trim versions, the Limited and the Touring. I feel Subaru has abandoned the U.K. market considering Mazda, Honda etc all do 2.5L with more trim versions too.
I really like the Crosstrek but feel it will be underpowered especially for overtaking. Very saddening.
Living in a major city's urban core, I have always wanted a crosstrek for it's size and flexibility. Been waiting for the hybrid option and sounds like it is coming. However, Subaru lost me with that huge screen and all the functions it performs. Subs are known for durability and I see that screen as moving away from that. More knobs and switches, please.
you're spilling your coffee all over...
Hi, I love the look of crosstreck wilderness but was told 2.5 without turbo on sport ( onyx in Canada) is a better choice, help me decide please!😅
I bought the 2.0l Premium. Still would much prefer a V6 as the engine as opposed to the 4 cylinder.
Thank you, Martin!
Miss the Evil Twin... not that I'm evil myself, of course.
I've have the same color and model sans moonroof and power seat. The infotainment center is infuriating and the throttle/cvt can be alarmingly laggy from stop at times. Other than that, wonderful vehicle.
The Sport exterior looks nicer than the equivalent Onyx model offered in Canada. The interiors are identical for both trims.
I like the CX 30 better
I love that DEEP candy blue whatever the real name of it is.. if it's available on these..
I was thinking sport. It for off-road maybe wilderness.