There is definitely a line between Japanese built and America built crosstrek as far as quality and fit and finish. It appears the made in Japan may be a better built vehicle.
I have a 2021 with the 2.5 and the difference is actually significant. It has the forester/outback engine but the crosstrek is much lighter. I can get it from 0-60 in under 8 seconds while the 2.0 is near impossible to do that in under 10. Great video btw
For acceleration, remove the charcoal filter in front of the air box. Add K&N or similar air filter. Own a 2017 2.0 and does amazing on hwy and around town. Just allows for more response. There is a RUclips video for the charcoal filter removal. Amazing in the rain.
For acceleration, remove the charcoal filter in front of the air box. Add K&N or similar air filter. Own a 2017 2.0 and does amazing on hwy and around town. Just allows for more response. There is a RUclips video for the charcoal filter removal. Amazing in the rain. There is a difference between the Japanese built compared to the US built. Japanese is better build quality. My 2017 is 7 years old and no issues.
Hey, great review guys! I own a 2023 Crosstrek Premium 6MT. It is SLOOOOW but it's a plus if you have a manuel for more control. I would DEFINITELY buy another Crosstrek if I had to but in a higher trim. Also, piggybacking from what you said, this thing is great in the snow!!
I'd consider buying a newer model, but is my wife's car and she just really doesn't like it lol. I'm not a fan of the infotainment system in it, I just don't find it intuitive at all compared to other cars. And the big massive screens in thr new ones are even worse imo lol. To each his own. I really do like the car tho, it drives great, just too many things here and there that make me not want to get another one
I traded in a 2005 wrx for a 2022 Crosstrek Sport, and my biggest worry was the power difference. I will say I have no issues with my Crosstrek. Sure its not a wrx, but it actually did better than I expected. My main reason for going Crosstrek was because of the added clearance, which is needed since I live in snow country. I have to say I am perfectly happy with my crosstrek, it's a great snow car.
for sure, offroad capabilities of this car are great and that ground clearance is a huge plus. Interesting to hear your take on the acceleration. My wife, who is not a car person, cannot stand how slow this car is. She gets so frustrated in it when im riding with her lol
2018 has the 2.0L, boosting to only 150 hp. the new crosstrek with the 2.5L has 182 Hp. Just make sure your cvt fluid is not over filled and use only cvt 3 on the 2021 crosstrek. bought the 21', I change oil and cvt fluid asap out from the dealership lot, used car but runs like new... =D I can easily pass most cars. using the 0w-20 oil, so far hasn't consume oil as to some subaru before 2017 model years.
Maintenance?? Do you do your own maintenance? Any recalls? You keep mentioning superficial items…you name dropped Audi BMW G70s….are you really comparing a Cross Trek to them? Repair cost? Tire wear? C’mon Dude…
Please see video description for additional commentary and talking points I forgot to add. Thanks!
There is definitely a line between Japanese built and America built crosstrek as far as quality and fit and finish. It appears the made in Japan may be a better built vehicle.
I have a 2021 with the 2.5 and the difference is actually significant. It has the forester/outback engine but the crosstrek is much lighter. I can get it from 0-60 in under 8 seconds while the 2.0 is near impossible to do that in under 10.
Great video btw
For acceleration, remove the charcoal filter in front of the air box. Add K&N or similar air filter. Own a 2017 2.0 and does amazing on hwy and around town. Just allows for more response. There is a RUclips video for the charcoal filter removal. Amazing in the rain.
For acceleration, remove the charcoal filter in front of the air box. Add K&N or similar air filter. Own a 2017 2.0 and does amazing on hwy and around town. Just allows for more response. There is a RUclips video for the charcoal filter removal. Amazing in the rain. There is a difference between the Japanese built compared to the US built. Japanese is better build quality. My 2017 is 7 years old and no issues.
Hey, great review guys! I own a 2023 Crosstrek Premium 6MT. It is SLOOOOW but it's a plus if you have a manuel for more control. I would DEFINITELY buy another Crosstrek if I had to but in a higher trim. Also, piggybacking from what you said, this thing is great in the snow!!
I'd consider buying a newer model, but is my wife's car and she just really doesn't like it lol. I'm not a fan of the infotainment system in it, I just don't find it intuitive at all compared to other cars. And the big massive screens in thr new ones are even worse imo lol. To each his own. I really do like the car tho, it drives great, just too many things here and there that make me not want to get another one
Love the Crosstrek as well, but yea, build quality not the best at times. Drives great
Great content as always. Love the new drone shots
Much appreciated!
I traded in a 2005 wrx for a 2022 Crosstrek Sport, and my biggest worry was the power difference. I will say I have no issues with my Crosstrek. Sure its not a wrx, but it actually did better than I expected. My main reason for going Crosstrek was because of the added clearance, which is needed since I live in snow country. I have to say I am perfectly happy with my crosstrek, it's a great snow car.
for sure, offroad capabilities of this car are great and that ground clearance is a huge plus. Interesting to hear your take on the acceleration. My wife, who is not a car person, cannot stand how slow this car is. She gets so frustrated in it when im riding with her lol
Thanks for the helpful commentary! Was looking at buying a used one.
Glad I could help!
2018 has the 2.0L, boosting to only 150 hp. the new crosstrek with the 2.5L has 182 Hp. Just make sure your cvt fluid is not over filled and use only cvt 3 on the 2021 crosstrek. bought the 21', I change oil and cvt fluid asap out from the dealership lot, used car but runs like new... =D I can easily pass most cars. using the 0w-20 oil, so far hasn't consume oil as to some subaru before 2017 model years.
Maintenance?? Do you do your own maintenance? Any recalls? You keep mentioning superficial items…you name dropped Audi BMW G70s….are you really comparing a Cross Trek to them? Repair cost? Tire wear? C’mon Dude…