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Car and Driver
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
2026 Subaru Crosstrek Ditches Base Engine, Adds Hybrid Option
Subaru dropped the old 2.0-liter four-cylinder base engine from the 2026 Crosstrek lineup, while adding a new hybrid powertrain at the other end of the lineup. That moves the previously optional 180-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder powertrain into the base role, with the new hybrid now slotting in above it. Unsurprisingly, the removal of the 2.0-liter means pricing has increased, though the damage could have been worse, with the Crosstrek now starting at $28,415. The Subaru Crosstrek has never been a fast car. But when the most recent model was introduced in 2024 with extra weight and no added power, it became even slower, like 9.5 seconds to 60 mph slow. But now that Subaru has announced that it is dropping the base 2.0-liter from the Crosstrek lineup for 2026, those laggard acceleration figures should be left in the past. Michael Simari | Car and Driver The removal of the 2.0-liter moves the previously optional 2.5-liter four-banger into the standard slot. The old mill produced a meager 152 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque. The larger engine makes a more reasonable 180 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, which helps it reach an 8.6-second run to 60 mph. Unsurprisingly, given that the floor has been raised, the 2026 Crosstrek has a higher starting price than the 2025 version. But given the added performance, the change could have been more painful. The new version starts at $28,415, compared with a $27,980 starting price last year. The Premium trim now starts at $29,415, the Sport at $32,415, the Limited at $34,415, and the Wilderness at $35,215. Subaru Despite losing the 2.0-liter, the Crosstrek won't be without engine choice for 2026. The upcoming model year will mark the first for the new Crosstrek Hybrid. It pairs the same 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors for a combined output of 194 horsepower, and likely, a more sprightly acceleration. At least when it is launched, the hybrid model will be restricted to the Sport and Limited trims. The Sport Hybrid starts at $35,415, with the Limited Hybrid starting at $36,415. Jack Fitzgerald Associate News Editor Jack Fitzgerald's love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn't afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. Read full bio
The Advertiser
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2025 Honda HR-V e:HEV L vs Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid S: Spec battle
Small SUVs are big business these days. Almost every mainstream auto brand has a high-riding hatchback that promises more space and potential for adventure than a conventional suburban runabout, including these two – the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek. The two Japanese automakers are arguably the early pioneers of crossover wagons with vehicles like the Subaru Outback, a vehicle which the smaller Crosstrek follows in the wheel tracks of, and the original Honda HR-V that launched almost 20 years ago as a funky three-door city car on stilts. And now, through advances in fuel-saving technology, the HR-V and Crosstrek line up against each other with hybrid powertrains. So which one is better? Let's take a look and find out… These two might be considered small SUVs, but both command a large chunk of change as the flagship variants in their respective model lineups. The HR-V e:HEV X costs $42,990 drive-away, which is a $3000 premium over the lower grade HR-V L variant. The Crosstrek Hybrid S comes with a considerably higher sticker price of $45,590 plus on-road costs. A closer match on price is the lower-grade L, which costs $39,090 plus on-roads, but it misses out on some key features and luxuries. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool With both of these vehicles positioned as their respective range-toppers, they come with as much standard equipment as Honda and Subaru can throw at them. The extensive list of features on both vehicles includes: While the Subaru misses out on the HR-V's powered tailgate, it picks up a few additional features such as a glass sunroof, power-adjustable driver's seat, 10-speaker Harmon Kardon audio (compared to six in the Honda) and a wireless phone charger. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool The Subaru Crosstrek scores higher than the HR-V in independent safety testing, with a maximum five-star ANCAP rating from 2024 compared to the Honda's four-star result from 2022. Both cars, however, feature a comprehensive array of advanced driver aids, including: The Subaru goes a little further with its latest Eyesight suite of features that adds facial recognition software for driver fatigue management, and has a 360-degree reverse parking display. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool The Subaru Crosstrek is a fraction larger than the Honda HR-V in every exterior dimension, but Honda does an amazing job of interior packaging and both of these small SUVs offer generous space inside for small families. It must be noted though that the HR-V is technically only a four-seater with room for just two across the rear bench seat, whereas the Subaru has a more traditional three-person rear seat configuration. It also has slightly more cargo carrying capacity too, but the HR-V's 'magic seats' can be configured in 18 different settings, giving it added flexibility to carry larger, and taller, items. As for the rest of the cabin, both are fairly dark with a predominantly black colour palette, but both offer plenty of headroom and an excellent range of adjustment for the driving position to suit all types. The Honda's dash layout is a little more conservative with a horizontal bar that runs through the middle, separating the floating tablet-style 9.0-inch touchscreen from a bank of physical controls for the climate control system below, with a traditional gear selector, twin cupholders and a covered bin in the centre console. The infotainment system has a logical menu structure with large widgets that are easy to identify, as well as a rotary dial to adjust the volume and shortcut buttons for the homepage and to go back one step. The front seats are super comfortable with sumptuous cushioning and good lateral support, and the materials and build quality are impressive. There's more room in the back seat than you'd imagine for such a small car, and rear occupants are treated to good comfort levels with plenty of legroom, plus excellent vision through the large windows, rear vents, twin USB-C power outlets and a fold-down centre armrest with cupholders. The Subaru's interior is a match for material and build quality, and overall comfort, with great front seats that offer plenty of adjustment, an array of convenient small-item storage spaces, and a collection of physical buttons for easy access to often-used functions like the audio and climate control temperature. And its larger 11.6-inch portrait-style touchscreen is excellent, with a familiar mobile phone-style layout to its menu structure. But the back seats are a little flatter and it does miss out on rear vents, which might be a bit taxing for rear occupants on longer trips. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool Both the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek are powered by a conventional series-parallel hybrid system that links a petrol engine with a small electric motor powered by a battery pack to improve fuel consumption. But therein lies almost all of their similarities, as the Honda has a lean-burning 1.5-litre petrol engine, while the Subaru has a larger 2.0-litre horizontally opposed four-cylinder 'boxer' engine. Sure, both of them employ a continuously variable automatic transmission and a lithium-ion battery with the same 1.1kWh capacity, but the Honda has two electric motors sandwiched inside the transmission and drives the front wheels only, while the Subaru has a single electric on the back of its gearbox and retains Subaru's hallmark all-wheel drive layout. Interestingly, Honda doesn't publish the power output of its electric motors separately and Subaru doesn't provide a combined system output. But the end result is largely the same, with the the HR-V producing 96kW of power and 253Nm of torque, compared to the Subaru's 100kW/182Nm outputs. Both are tuned to run on the most affordable 91 RON standard unleaded, but the Honda must push significantly less mass (it weighs over 200kg less) and can use its electric motors more often, shutting down the petrol engine for short periods at cruising speeds, which makes it more efficient. Honda claims the HR-V has combined fuel consumption of 4.3L/100km, whereas the Subaru is only marginally better than non-hybrid versions of the Crosstrek with a claimed average of 6.5L/100km. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool Your hip pocket will be even happier with the HR-V over the long term when it comes to maintenance costs. Honda is currently offering an extended eight-year warranty with free roadside assistance across its entire SUV range, including all variants of the HR-V. This compares to the standard five-year, unlimited-km warranty for the Subaru, which only includes the first year of roadside assistance for free. On top of that, the Crosstrek will cost more than twice as much to service over the first five years, even though its service intervals have higher 15,000km annual mileage limits than the HR-V. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool If you're looking for a top-quality small family SUV, you can't go wrong with either of these. Both of these cars are among the best in their class for quality, reliability, driving dynamics and overall comfort. The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid S has a couple of advantages in this contest, and that's its ability to seat five, its all-wheel drive traction and better safety rating. But it comes with a considerable cost penalty, as does its electrified powertrain compared to cheaper non-hybrid variants which, in reality, doesn't add much for the premium. Which leaves us with the HR-V e:HEV L as the better option here – just! It's more affordable to buy, as well as more comfortable, quieter and more efficient to drive, and offers better long-term ownership benefits. Interested in buying a Honda HR-V? Let CarExpert find you the best deal hereInterested in buying a Subaru Crosstrek? Let CarExpert find you the best deal hereMORE: Explore the Honda HR-V showroom MORE: Explore the Subaru Crosstrek showroom Content originally sourced from: Small SUVs are big business these days. Almost every mainstream auto brand has a high-riding hatchback that promises more space and potential for adventure than a conventional suburban runabout, including these two – the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek. The two Japanese automakers are arguably the early pioneers of crossover wagons with vehicles like the Subaru Outback, a vehicle which the smaller Crosstrek follows in the wheel tracks of, and the original Honda HR-V that launched almost 20 years ago as a funky three-door city car on stilts. And now, through advances in fuel-saving technology, the HR-V and Crosstrek line up against each other with hybrid powertrains. So which one is better? Let's take a look and find out… These two might be considered small SUVs, but both command a large chunk of change as the flagship variants in their respective model lineups. The HR-V e:HEV X costs $42,990 drive-away, which is a $3000 premium over the lower grade HR-V L variant. The Crosstrek Hybrid S comes with a considerably higher sticker price of $45,590 plus on-road costs. A closer match on price is the lower-grade L, which costs $39,090 plus on-roads, but it misses out on some key features and luxuries. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool With both of these vehicles positioned as their respective range-toppers, they come with as much standard equipment as Honda and Subaru can throw at them. The extensive list of features on both vehicles includes: While the Subaru misses out on the HR-V's powered tailgate, it picks up a few additional features such as a glass sunroof, power-adjustable driver's seat, 10-speaker Harmon Kardon audio (compared to six in the Honda) and a wireless phone charger. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool The Subaru Crosstrek scores higher than the HR-V in independent safety testing, with a maximum five-star ANCAP rating from 2024 compared to the Honda's four-star result from 2022. Both cars, however, feature a comprehensive array of advanced driver aids, including: The Subaru goes a little further with its latest Eyesight suite of features that adds facial recognition software for driver fatigue management, and has a 360-degree reverse parking display. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool The Subaru Crosstrek is a fraction larger than the Honda HR-V in every exterior dimension, but Honda does an amazing job of interior packaging and both of these small SUVs offer generous space inside for small families. It must be noted though that the HR-V is technically only a four-seater with room for just two across the rear bench seat, whereas the Subaru has a more traditional three-person rear seat configuration. It also has slightly more cargo carrying capacity too, but the HR-V's 'magic seats' can be configured in 18 different settings, giving it added flexibility to carry larger, and taller, items. As for the rest of the cabin, both are fairly dark with a predominantly black colour palette, but both offer plenty of headroom and an excellent range of adjustment for the driving position to suit all types. The Honda's dash layout is a little more conservative with a horizontal bar that runs through the middle, separating the floating tablet-style 9.0-inch touchscreen from a bank of physical controls for the climate control system below, with a traditional gear selector, twin cupholders and a covered bin in the centre console. The infotainment system has a logical menu structure with large widgets that are easy to identify, as well as a rotary dial to adjust the volume and shortcut buttons for the homepage and to go back one step. The front seats are super comfortable with sumptuous cushioning and good lateral support, and the materials and build quality are impressive. There's more room in the back seat than you'd imagine for such a small car, and rear occupants are treated to good comfort levels with plenty of legroom, plus excellent vision through the large windows, rear vents, twin USB-C power outlets and a fold-down centre armrest with cupholders. The Subaru's interior is a match for material and build quality, and overall comfort, with great front seats that offer plenty of adjustment, an array of convenient small-item storage spaces, and a collection of physical buttons for easy access to often-used functions like the audio and climate control temperature. And its larger 11.6-inch portrait-style touchscreen is excellent, with a familiar mobile phone-style layout to its menu structure. But the back seats are a little flatter and it does miss out on rear vents, which might be a bit taxing for rear occupants on longer trips. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool Both the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek are powered by a conventional series-parallel hybrid system that links a petrol engine with a small electric motor powered by a battery pack to improve fuel consumption. But therein lies almost all of their similarities, as the Honda has a lean-burning 1.5-litre petrol engine, while the Subaru has a larger 2.0-litre horizontally opposed four-cylinder 'boxer' engine. Sure, both of them employ a continuously variable automatic transmission and a lithium-ion battery with the same 1.1kWh capacity, but the Honda has two electric motors sandwiched inside the transmission and drives the front wheels only, while the Subaru has a single electric on the back of its gearbox and retains Subaru's hallmark all-wheel drive layout. Interestingly, Honda doesn't publish the power output of its electric motors separately and Subaru doesn't provide a combined system output. But the end result is largely the same, with the the HR-V producing 96kW of power and 253Nm of torque, compared to the Subaru's 100kW/182Nm outputs. Both are tuned to run on the most affordable 91 RON standard unleaded, but the Honda must push significantly less mass (it weighs over 200kg less) and can use its electric motors more often, shutting down the petrol engine for short periods at cruising speeds, which makes it more efficient. Honda claims the HR-V has combined fuel consumption of 4.3L/100km, whereas the Subaru is only marginally better than non-hybrid versions of the Crosstrek with a claimed average of 6.5L/100km. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool Your hip pocket will be even happier with the HR-V over the long term when it comes to maintenance costs. Honda is currently offering an extended eight-year warranty with free roadside assistance across its entire SUV range, including all variants of the HR-V. This compares to the standard five-year, unlimited-km warranty for the Subaru, which only includes the first year of roadside assistance for free. On top of that, the Crosstrek will cost more than twice as much to service over the first five years, even though its service intervals have higher 15,000km annual mileage limits than the HR-V. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool If you're looking for a top-quality small family SUV, you can't go wrong with either of these. Both of these cars are among the best in their class for quality, reliability, driving dynamics and overall comfort. The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid S has a couple of advantages in this contest, and that's its ability to seat five, its all-wheel drive traction and better safety rating. But it comes with a considerable cost penalty, as does its electrified powertrain compared to cheaper non-hybrid variants which, in reality, doesn't add much for the premium. Which leaves us with the HR-V e:HEV L as the better option here – just! It's more affordable to buy, as well as more comfortable, quieter and more efficient to drive, and offers better long-term ownership benefits. Interested in buying a Honda HR-V? Let CarExpert find you the best deal hereInterested in buying a Subaru Crosstrek? Let CarExpert find you the best deal hereMORE: Explore the Honda HR-V showroom MORE: Explore the Subaru Crosstrek showroom Content originally sourced from: Small SUVs are big business these days. Almost every mainstream auto brand has a high-riding hatchback that promises more space and potential for adventure than a conventional suburban runabout, including these two – the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek. The two Japanese automakers are arguably the early pioneers of crossover wagons with vehicles like the Subaru Outback, a vehicle which the smaller Crosstrek follows in the wheel tracks of, and the original Honda HR-V that launched almost 20 years ago as a funky three-door city car on stilts. And now, through advances in fuel-saving technology, the HR-V and Crosstrek line up against each other with hybrid powertrains. So which one is better? Let's take a look and find out… These two might be considered small SUVs, but both command a large chunk of change as the flagship variants in their respective model lineups. The HR-V e:HEV X costs $42,990 drive-away, which is a $3000 premium over the lower grade HR-V L variant. The Crosstrek Hybrid S comes with a considerably higher sticker price of $45,590 plus on-road costs. A closer match on price is the lower-grade L, which costs $39,090 plus on-roads, but it misses out on some key features and luxuries. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool With both of these vehicles positioned as their respective range-toppers, they come with as much standard equipment as Honda and Subaru can throw at them. The extensive list of features on both vehicles includes: While the Subaru misses out on the HR-V's powered tailgate, it picks up a few additional features such as a glass sunroof, power-adjustable driver's seat, 10-speaker Harmon Kardon audio (compared to six in the Honda) and a wireless phone charger. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool The Subaru Crosstrek scores higher than the HR-V in independent safety testing, with a maximum five-star ANCAP rating from 2024 compared to the Honda's four-star result from 2022. Both cars, however, feature a comprehensive array of advanced driver aids, including: The Subaru goes a little further with its latest Eyesight suite of features that adds facial recognition software for driver fatigue management, and has a 360-degree reverse parking display. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool The Subaru Crosstrek is a fraction larger than the Honda HR-V in every exterior dimension, but Honda does an amazing job of interior packaging and both of these small SUVs offer generous space inside for small families. It must be noted though that the HR-V is technically only a four-seater with room for just two across the rear bench seat, whereas the Subaru has a more traditional three-person rear seat configuration. It also has slightly more cargo carrying capacity too, but the HR-V's 'magic seats' can be configured in 18 different settings, giving it added flexibility to carry larger, and taller, items. As for the rest of the cabin, both are fairly dark with a predominantly black colour palette, but both offer plenty of headroom and an excellent range of adjustment for the driving position to suit all types. The Honda's dash layout is a little more conservative with a horizontal bar that runs through the middle, separating the floating tablet-style 9.0-inch touchscreen from a bank of physical controls for the climate control system below, with a traditional gear selector, twin cupholders and a covered bin in the centre console. The infotainment system has a logical menu structure with large widgets that are easy to identify, as well as a rotary dial to adjust the volume and shortcut buttons for the homepage and to go back one step. The front seats are super comfortable with sumptuous cushioning and good lateral support, and the materials and build quality are impressive. There's more room in the back seat than you'd imagine for such a small car, and rear occupants are treated to good comfort levels with plenty of legroom, plus excellent vision through the large windows, rear vents, twin USB-C power outlets and a fold-down centre armrest with cupholders. The Subaru's interior is a match for material and build quality, and overall comfort, with great front seats that offer plenty of adjustment, an array of convenient small-item storage spaces, and a collection of physical buttons for easy access to often-used functions like the audio and climate control temperature. And its larger 11.6-inch portrait-style touchscreen is excellent, with a familiar mobile phone-style layout to its menu structure. But the back seats are a little flatter and it does miss out on rear vents, which might be a bit taxing for rear occupants on longer trips. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool Both the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek are powered by a conventional series-parallel hybrid system that links a petrol engine with a small electric motor powered by a battery pack to improve fuel consumption. But therein lies almost all of their similarities, as the Honda has a lean-burning 1.5-litre petrol engine, while the Subaru has a larger 2.0-litre horizontally opposed four-cylinder 'boxer' engine. Sure, both of them employ a continuously variable automatic transmission and a lithium-ion battery with the same 1.1kWh capacity, but the Honda has two electric motors sandwiched inside the transmission and drives the front wheels only, while the Subaru has a single electric on the back of its gearbox and retains Subaru's hallmark all-wheel drive layout. Interestingly, Honda doesn't publish the power output of its electric motors separately and Subaru doesn't provide a combined system output. But the end result is largely the same, with the the HR-V producing 96kW of power and 253Nm of torque, compared to the Subaru's 100kW/182Nm outputs. Both are tuned to run on the most affordable 91 RON standard unleaded, but the Honda must push significantly less mass (it weighs over 200kg less) and can use its electric motors more often, shutting down the petrol engine for short periods at cruising speeds, which makes it more efficient. Honda claims the HR-V has combined fuel consumption of 4.3L/100km, whereas the Subaru is only marginally better than non-hybrid versions of the Crosstrek with a claimed average of 6.5L/100km. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool Your hip pocket will be even happier with the HR-V over the long term when it comes to maintenance costs. Honda is currently offering an extended eight-year warranty with free roadside assistance across its entire SUV range, including all variants of the HR-V. This compares to the standard five-year, unlimited-km warranty for the Subaru, which only includes the first year of roadside assistance for free. On top of that, the Crosstrek will cost more than twice as much to service over the first five years, even though its service intervals have higher 15,000km annual mileage limits than the HR-V. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool If you're looking for a top-quality small family SUV, you can't go wrong with either of these. Both of these cars are among the best in their class for quality, reliability, driving dynamics and overall comfort. The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid S has a couple of advantages in this contest, and that's its ability to seat five, its all-wheel drive traction and better safety rating. But it comes with a considerable cost penalty, as does its electrified powertrain compared to cheaper non-hybrid variants which, in reality, doesn't add much for the premium. Which leaves us with the HR-V e:HEV L as the better option here – just! It's more affordable to buy, as well as more comfortable, quieter and more efficient to drive, and offers better long-term ownership benefits. Interested in buying a Honda HR-V? Let CarExpert find you the best deal hereInterested in buying a Subaru Crosstrek? Let CarExpert find you the best deal hereMORE: Explore the Honda HR-V showroom MORE: Explore the Subaru Crosstrek showroom Content originally sourced from: Small SUVs are big business these days. Almost every mainstream auto brand has a high-riding hatchback that promises more space and potential for adventure than a conventional suburban runabout, including these two – the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek. The two Japanese automakers are arguably the early pioneers of crossover wagons with vehicles like the Subaru Outback, a vehicle which the smaller Crosstrek follows in the wheel tracks of, and the original Honda HR-V that launched almost 20 years ago as a funky three-door city car on stilts. And now, through advances in fuel-saving technology, the HR-V and Crosstrek line up against each other with hybrid powertrains. So which one is better? Let's take a look and find out… These two might be considered small SUVs, but both command a large chunk of change as the flagship variants in their respective model lineups. The HR-V e:HEV X costs $42,990 drive-away, which is a $3000 premium over the lower grade HR-V L variant. The Crosstrek Hybrid S comes with a considerably higher sticker price of $45,590 plus on-road costs. A closer match on price is the lower-grade L, which costs $39,090 plus on-roads, but it misses out on some key features and luxuries. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool With both of these vehicles positioned as their respective range-toppers, they come with as much standard equipment as Honda and Subaru can throw at them. The extensive list of features on both vehicles includes: While the Subaru misses out on the HR-V's powered tailgate, it picks up a few additional features such as a glass sunroof, power-adjustable driver's seat, 10-speaker Harmon Kardon audio (compared to six in the Honda) and a wireless phone charger. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool The Subaru Crosstrek scores higher than the HR-V in independent safety testing, with a maximum five-star ANCAP rating from 2024 compared to the Honda's four-star result from 2022. Both cars, however, feature a comprehensive array of advanced driver aids, including: The Subaru goes a little further with its latest Eyesight suite of features that adds facial recognition software for driver fatigue management, and has a 360-degree reverse parking display. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool The Subaru Crosstrek is a fraction larger than the Honda HR-V in every exterior dimension, but Honda does an amazing job of interior packaging and both of these small SUVs offer generous space inside for small families. It must be noted though that the HR-V is technically only a four-seater with room for just two across the rear bench seat, whereas the Subaru has a more traditional three-person rear seat configuration. It also has slightly more cargo carrying capacity too, but the HR-V's 'magic seats' can be configured in 18 different settings, giving it added flexibility to carry larger, and taller, items. As for the rest of the cabin, both are fairly dark with a predominantly black colour palette, but both offer plenty of headroom and an excellent range of adjustment for the driving position to suit all types. The Honda's dash layout is a little more conservative with a horizontal bar that runs through the middle, separating the floating tablet-style 9.0-inch touchscreen from a bank of physical controls for the climate control system below, with a traditional gear selector, twin cupholders and a covered bin in the centre console. The infotainment system has a logical menu structure with large widgets that are easy to identify, as well as a rotary dial to adjust the volume and shortcut buttons for the homepage and to go back one step. The front seats are super comfortable with sumptuous cushioning and good lateral support, and the materials and build quality are impressive. There's more room in the back seat than you'd imagine for such a small car, and rear occupants are treated to good comfort levels with plenty of legroom, plus excellent vision through the large windows, rear vents, twin USB-C power outlets and a fold-down centre armrest with cupholders. The Subaru's interior is a match for material and build quality, and overall comfort, with great front seats that offer plenty of adjustment, an array of convenient small-item storage spaces, and a collection of physical buttons for easy access to often-used functions like the audio and climate control temperature. And its larger 11.6-inch portrait-style touchscreen is excellent, with a familiar mobile phone-style layout to its menu structure. But the back seats are a little flatter and it does miss out on rear vents, which might be a bit taxing for rear occupants on longer trips. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool Both the Honda HR-V and Subaru Crosstrek are powered by a conventional series-parallel hybrid system that links a petrol engine with a small electric motor powered by a battery pack to improve fuel consumption. But therein lies almost all of their similarities, as the Honda has a lean-burning 1.5-litre petrol engine, while the Subaru has a larger 2.0-litre horizontally opposed four-cylinder 'boxer' engine. Sure, both of them employ a continuously variable automatic transmission and a lithium-ion battery with the same 1.1kWh capacity, but the Honda has two electric motors sandwiched inside the transmission and drives the front wheels only, while the Subaru has a single electric on the back of its gearbox and retains Subaru's hallmark all-wheel drive layout. Interestingly, Honda doesn't publish the power output of its electric motors separately and Subaru doesn't provide a combined system output. But the end result is largely the same, with the the HR-V producing 96kW of power and 253Nm of torque, compared to the Subaru's 100kW/182Nm outputs. Both are tuned to run on the most affordable 91 RON standard unleaded, but the Honda must push significantly less mass (it weighs over 200kg less) and can use its electric motors more often, shutting down the petrol engine for short periods at cruising speeds, which makes it more efficient. Honda claims the HR-V has combined fuel consumption of 4.3L/100km, whereas the Subaru is only marginally better than non-hybrid versions of the Crosstrek with a claimed average of 6.5L/100km. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool Your hip pocket will be even happier with the HR-V over the long term when it comes to maintenance costs. Honda is currently offering an extended eight-year warranty with free roadside assistance across its entire SUV range, including all variants of the HR-V. This compares to the standard five-year, unlimited-km warranty for the Subaru, which only includes the first year of roadside assistance for free. On top of that, the Crosstrek will cost more than twice as much to service over the first five years, even though its service intervals have higher 15,000km annual mileage limits than the HR-V. To see how the Honda HR-V stacks up against its rivals, check out our comparison tool If you're looking for a top-quality small family SUV, you can't go wrong with either of these. Both of these cars are among the best in their class for quality, reliability, driving dynamics and overall comfort. The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid S has a couple of advantages in this contest, and that's its ability to seat five, its all-wheel drive traction and better safety rating. But it comes with a considerable cost penalty, as does its electrified powertrain compared to cheaper non-hybrid variants which, in reality, doesn't add much for the premium. Which leaves us with the HR-V e:HEV L as the better option here – just! It's more affordable to buy, as well as more comfortable, quieter and more efficient to drive, and offers better long-term ownership benefits. Interested in buying a Honda HR-V? Let CarExpert find you the best deal hereInterested in buying a Subaru Crosstrek? Let CarExpert find you the best deal hereMORE: Explore the Honda HR-V showroom MORE: Explore the Subaru Crosstrek showroom Content originally sourced from:
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Automotive
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SUBARU ANNOUNCES PRICING ON 2026 CROSSTREK INCLUDING NEW 2026 CROSSTREK HYBRID WITH NEXT-GENERATION POWERTRAIN
Next-generation Subaru hybrid system combining 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine with electric motors and high-capacity lithium-ion battery standard on Crosstrek Hybrid Uprated 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine now standard on entry-level Crosstrek Standard heated steering wheel added to Crosstrek Limited and Wilderness trim levels Legendary Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive standard on all models Starting at $26,995 MSRP and arriving in retailers in fall 2025 CAMDEN, N.J., July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc., today announced pricing on the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek, including the new Crosstrek Hybrid. The third-generation Subaru Crosstrek returns with an available, all-new next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid system for enhanced range and capability, and more standard comfort and convenience items on the award-winning Crosstrek. All Crosstrek models are equipped with legendary Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, including the new Crosstrek Hybrid, which seamlessly integrates its all-new powertrain into the existing architecture with no loss in capability. A 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine is standard on all Crosstrek models for 2026; and Crosstrek Limited, Crosstrek Limited Hybrid, and Wilderness trim levels now include standard heated steering wheels for added comfort. The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek and Crosstrek Hybrid arrive at retailers beginning this fall. For 2026, the Subaru Crosstrek is available in Base, Premium, Sport, Sport Hybrid, Limited, Limited Hybrid, and Wilderness trim levels. New for 2026, the Subaru Crosstrek base trim level adds an uprated 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine making 180 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, which was previously standard on Premium, Sport, Limited, and Wilderness trim levels. The new 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is equipped with an Atkinson/Miller-cycle 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine paired to electric motors and a high-capacity lithium-ion battery making 194 horsepower combined. Crosstrek Limited, including Limited Hybrid, now includes DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System as standard equipment, which is new for 2026. All trim levels of the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek are equipped with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, X-MODE® Dual Mode System with Hill Descent Control, and at least 8.7 inches of ground clearance. Standard on all trim levels is a Lineartronic® CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with smooth and quiet performance. Every 2026 Subaru Crosstrek is equipped with the award-winning EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology that includes a pre-collision braking system, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, and advanced adaptive cruise control with lane centering. Automatic emergency steering is included in models equipped with blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic alert. The safety feature works with EyeSight® and blind-spot detection to assist with steering control within the lane of travel, helping to avoid forward crashes at speeds slower than 50 mph. Subaru Crosstrek Starting at $26,995 MSRP, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek includes a long list of impressive standard features, including EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, steering responsive LED headlights, SI-DRIVE engine performance management, 17-inch alloy wheels in dark gray finish, dual-zone automatic climate control, and Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire display and automatic individual wheel ID registration. Dual 7.0-inch Subaru touchscreens for infotainment are standard in the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek. The top screen controls smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio streaming connectivity; AM/FM stereo; Rear Vision Camera; SiriusXM® with 360L and Travel Link, and HD Radio®. The bottom touchscreen offers controls for climate and vehicle settings. Additional features included in the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek include power windows with auto up/down for the front windows, Auto Stop-Start, power door locks and side mirrors, tilt and telescoping steering column, keyless entry, security system with engine immobilizer, USB-A input/charging and 3.5mm auxiliary input in the front center console, 60/40-split folding rear seat, carpeted floor mats, crossbar mounting points, and Welcome Lighting. Rear seat side airbags, Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, and Auto Vehicle Shut Down, which turns off the vehicle if not driven after 30 minutes, are newly standard on Crosstrek. Subaru Crosstrek Premium Building on features found on Crosstrek, the 2026 Crosstrek Premium adds more convenience features for $27,995 MSRP to start. It adds 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with dark gray machine finish, a Subaru 11.6-inch Multimedia Plus system with six speakers, SiriusXM® with 360L (4-month free trial included), wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ compatibility. Other features include USB-A and USB-C input/charging ports in the front center console, USB-A and USB-C charging ports in the rear center console, raised ladder-type roof rails, and LED fog lights. An option package with blind-spot detection with rear-cross traffic alert, all-weather package (heated front seats, windshield wiper de-icer, and heated exterior mirrors), automatic emergency steering, 10-way power driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support, and power moonroof is available for $2,245 MSRP. Subaru Crosstrek Sport The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Sport blends unique exterior and interior styling elements with the capability found across the model lineup for a starting price of $30,625 MSRP. Building on the Premium trim level, the Crosstrek Sport adds yellow accents on the front, side, and rear panels; larger 18-inch alloy wheels in dark gray finish; sport cloth upholstery with yellow contrast stitching; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift lever handle; simulated carbon fiber interior trim accents; and yellow metallic finish trim rings on the tachometer and speedometer. Added convenience items include a standard wireless phone charger in the center console, all-weather package, and upgraded headlights with LED front signals. Subaru Crosstrek Limited Newly added comfort and convenience items to the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Limited enhance the SUV's value for $32,995 MSRP. A heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel is added for this year, emergency lane keep assist, and DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System, which helps drivers stay alert to the road ahead. The Crosstrek Limited builds on features from the Sport trim level with added blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency steering, reverse automatic braking, and a 10-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support. Inside, the Crosstrek Limited adds black or gray perforated leather-appointed seats with contrast orange stitching, shift lever cover, center console storage lid, door armrests, and instrument panel. Chrome interior door handles and chrome-trimmed power window switches add more refined touches to Crosstrek Limited. Outside, the Crosstrek Limited includes 18-inch dark gray alloy wheels with machine finish and exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals. Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness With adventure on the horizon, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness adds uprated capability and unique style with more convenience features for $33,795 MSRP. The Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness combines a 180-hp 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine, Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, and standard X-MODE® with 9.3 inches of ground clearance, revised gearing, exclusive body cladding, and increased towing capacity to 3,500 pounds (vs. 1,500 pounds on non-Wilderness trim levels). Inside, the Crosstrek Wilderness includes durable, versatile, and water-resistant Subaru StarTex® upholstery with the Wilderness logo embossed on the front headrests. Copper-colored contrast stitching complements the interior, and anodized copper-finish accents on the shifter, gauge meter rings and newly standard heated leather-wrapped steering wheel set the adventure-ready model apart. Outside, the Crosstrek Wilderness adds unique styling with exclusive front and rear bumpers, a bold hexagonal front grille, larger wheel arch cladding, enhanced underbody protection, unique hex-design LED fog lights and an anti-glare hood decal in matte-black finish. The Wilderness rides on taller front and rear suspension components to accommodate chunky standard Yokohama GEOLANDAR® all-terrain tires wrapping 17-inch alloy wheels in matte-black finish. An available option package for Wilderness includes a power moonroof, 10-way power driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support, and Harman Kardon® 10-speaker system with 432-watt equivalent amplifier for $2,270 MSRP. Subaru Crosstrek Sport Hybrid New for 2026, the Subaru Crosstrek Sport Hybrid adds a fuel-efficient, next-generation Subaru hybrid powertrain, standard 12.3-inch full digital display cluster, 11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia Plus System with Navigation, and other comfort items for $33,995 MSRP. Building on features found in the gas-only Subaru Crosstrek Sport, the Crosstrek Sport Hybrid adds standard blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency steering, and emergency lane keep assist. The Crosstrek Sport Hybrid also adds a 10-way power driver's seat with 2-way lumbar support, power moonroof, and hybrid-exclusive 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with dark gray finish. Subaru Crosstrek Limited Hybrid The new 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Limited Hybrid combines the impressive features found in the Crosstrek Limited with the all-new next-generation Subaru series-parallel hybrid powertrain for longer range and comfort. In addition to the Atkinson/Miller 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine, electric motors, and high-capacity lithium-ion battery, the Crosstrek Limited includes an 11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia Plus System with Navigation and 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster for $34,995 MSRP. The Crosstrek Limited Hybrid builds from the gas-only Crosstrek Limited with exclusive 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with dark gray machine finish, gray StarTex® interior upholstery with orange stitching, and Harman Kardon® 10-speaker system with 432-watt equivalent amplifier. An options package for Crosstrek Limited Hybrid adds a power moonroof and surround view monitor for $1,600 MSRP. Sane Dune Pearl and Citron Yellow Pearl are available exclusively on Crosstrek Hybrid trim levels and cost $395 MSRP. Premium Alpine Green is available across the 2026 Crosstrek range for $395 MSRP. Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid models are assembled in Gunma, Japan, while the rest of the Crosstrek lineup is assembled at Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc., in Lafayette, Indiana. 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Model/Trim Transmission Applicable Option MSRP MSRP plus Destination and Delivery ($1,420)i Crosstrek CVT 03 $26,995 $28,415 Crosstrek Premium CVT 13, 14 $27,995 $29,415 Crosstrek Sport CVT 21 $30,625 $32,045 Crosstrek Sport Hybrid CVT 26 $33,995 $35,415 Crosstrek Limited CVT 31 $32,995 $34,415 Crosstrek Limited Hybrid CVT 36, 37 $34,995 $36,415 Crosstrek Wilderness CVT 21, 23 $33,795 $35,215 2026 Crosstrek Option Packages Code Description MSRP 03, 13, 21, 26, 31, 36 Standard Model N/A 14 Blind-Spot Detection / Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, All-Weather Package, Power Driver Seat, Power Moonroof $2,245 37 Power Moonroof, 360-Degree Surround View Monitor $1,600 23 Harman Kardon® Speaker System, Power Moonroof, Power Driver Seat $2,270 MSRP does not include tax, title, registration or optional $395 premium paint (Sand Dune Pearl, Citron Yellow Pearl, Alpine Green). Destination & Delivery is $1,420 for Crosstrek and may vary in the following states: CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI and VT. D&D is $1,570 for retailers in Alaska. About Subaru of America, of America, Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporation of Japan. Headquartered in Camden, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a network of about 640 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill plants, including Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc., the only U.S. automobile manufacturing plant designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise, which is the company's vision to show love and respect to everyone and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than $340 million to causes the Subaru family cares about, and its employees have logged over 115,000 volunteer hours. Subaru is dedicated to being More Than a Car Company® and to making the world a better place. For additional information, visit Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube. Dominick Infante Director, Corporate Communications 856.488.8615 dinfante@ Aaron Cole Product Communications Manager 856.488.3697 acole1@ Miranda Jimenez Product Communications Specialist 856.438.2820 mjimen@ Karley Dowdy Product Communications Specialist 856.488.8527 Kdowdy@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Subaru of America, Inc.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
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Man charged with vehicular homicide by intoxication after multi-vehicle crash on I-24 East in Antioch
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A man has been charged in connection with a deadly crash that shut down the eastbound lanes of Interstate 24 in Antioch for several hours Sunday morning, according to officials. The Tennessee Department of Transportation said the crash was reported at 3:19 a.m. on Sunday, June 29 near mile marker 59. The eastbound lanes of I-24 and the Bell Road exit were closed, so traffic was temporarily diverted at Harding Place. A second crash on I-24 East was reported just before 4:30 a.m. near mile marker 58, causing additional closures on entrance ramps from Harding Place and Haywood Lane. Officials said the closures from this incident were expected to clear by 8:30 a.m. The crash sites were cleared at approximately 9 a.m. Sunday. MNPD: Person dead following Briley Parkway crash On Sunday afternoon, the Metro Nashville Police Department announced 28-year-old John Baudendistel was charged with vehicular homicide by intoxication in relation to the '4 a.m. multi-vehicle crash' on I-24 East near the Bell Road exit. Authorities said they're still investigating the exact order of events, but all four vehicles involved in the incident were traveling east on I-24 when the first collision apparently occurred between a 2015 Subaru Crosstrek and a 2003 Honda Accord. According to officials, the Subaru driver and the Honda driver ran off, leaving their vehicles — both of which had 'evidence of alcohol involvement' — behind. Baudendistel was driving a Nissan Rogue, which allegedly struck the back of 51-year-old Angela Dawn Loupe's Nissan Sentra. Police said the Murfreesboro woman may have been slowing down to avoid the initial crash between the hit-and-run drivers. Man dead after being thrown from vehicle in Trigg County Loupe driver was brought to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she died, law enforcement said. According to MNPD, the officers who first responded to the scene noticed Baudendistel had glossy, red eyes, as well as slurred speech. Not only was there an open alcoholic beverage container in the Nissan Rogue's center console, but Baudendistel reportedly admitted to drinking alcohol prior to the crash. Authorities said the 28-year-old consented to a blood draw after showing signs of impairment during standard field sobriety tasks. Law enforcement reported Baudendistel was booked into jail at 9:45 a.m., but he was released just over three hours later on a $25,000 bond. Baudendistel is a band director at LaVergne Middle School. He has been employed with Rutherford County Schools since Aug. 1, 2023, according to the district. ⏩ No additional details have been released about Sunday morning's fatal crash. If you have any information regarding the two drivers who fled the scene, you're asked to call Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. Callers can stay anonymous and qualify for a cash reward. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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18-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2025 Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza get safety upgrades, price rises
The Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza have been given price rises accompanied by safety upgrades for model year 2025 (MY25), the latter enabling them to receive five-star ratings from safety authority ANCAP. The Crosstrek small SUV – Subaru Australia's second-best selling model after the Forester SUV – and related Impreza hatchback have been given the same updates and $500 price rises across their lineups. It means the entry-level Crosstrek L starts at $35,990 before on-road costs and Crosstrek Hybrid L from $39,590, with the base Impreza L at $31,990 before on-road costs. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Impreza hatch – which isn't offered with a hybrid powertrain locally – remains more expensive than the Toyota Corolla, though the Crosstrek still undercuts the most affordable all-wheel drive versions of the Hyundai Kona and Toyota Corolla Cross. Traffic sign recognition has been added to the existing speed sign recognition system, enabling it to read signs such as 'Stop', 'No Entry', and 'Give Way'. With ANCAP introducing a 'submergence test' – evaluating the occupants' ability to escape a vehicle under water – in 2023, the 2025 model year Crosstrek and Impreza also get an Emergency Evacuation Glass-breaking Tool – essentially a glass-piercing hammer located in the vehicle's glovebox. An updated five-star ANCAP safety rating for the MY25 Crosstrek and Impreza is applicable to vehicles manufactured from April 2025 and in Subaru dealers from June. ANCAP used shared crash-test results for both Crosstrek and Impreza – given they are closely related, using essentially the same body, platform and powertrains. The Crosstrek received an adult occupant protection rating of 83 per cent, a child occupant protection rating of 91 per cent, a vulnerable road user protection rating of 85 per cent and a safety assist rating of 73 per cent. It achieved a higher vulnerable road user protection score of 85 per cent as it showed superior upper leg (femur) protection than the Impreza. The Impreza scored better for pedestrian head and lower leg protection which the safety organisation said was due to the difference in bonnet and front bumper designs. In addition to more safety kit, there have been some other specification tweaks made to the Crosstrek. The Crosstrek Hybrid has received a petrol particulate filter in order to comply with Euro 6e emissions standards, outpacing the introduction of Australian requirements to meet less stringent Euro 6d standards from December 1, 2024. Outputs have been reduced marginally in the Crosstrek Hybrid – offered in L and S model grades – from 110kW/196Nm to 100kW/182Nm, but with the same 6.5L/100km combined official fuel consumption. The 115kW/196Nm 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and continuously variable transmission used on the petrol-only Crosstrek and across all Impreza model grades remains unchanged. The 2025 model year update brings no other equipment changes to either vehicle, the current generation of both having been introduced in Australia in 2023. MORE: Everything Subaru Crosstrek • Impreza Content originally sourced from: The Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza have been given price rises accompanied by safety upgrades for model year 2025 (MY25), the latter enabling them to receive five-star ratings from safety authority ANCAP. The Crosstrek small SUV – Subaru Australia's second-best selling model after the Forester SUV – and related Impreza hatchback have been given the same updates and $500 price rises across their lineups. It means the entry-level Crosstrek L starts at $35,990 before on-road costs and Crosstrek Hybrid L from $39,590, with the base Impreza L at $31,990 before on-road costs. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Impreza hatch – which isn't offered with a hybrid powertrain locally – remains more expensive than the Toyota Corolla, though the Crosstrek still undercuts the most affordable all-wheel drive versions of the Hyundai Kona and Toyota Corolla Cross. Traffic sign recognition has been added to the existing speed sign recognition system, enabling it to read signs such as 'Stop', 'No Entry', and 'Give Way'. With ANCAP introducing a 'submergence test' – evaluating the occupants' ability to escape a vehicle under water – in 2023, the 2025 model year Crosstrek and Impreza also get an Emergency Evacuation Glass-breaking Tool – essentially a glass-piercing hammer located in the vehicle's glovebox. An updated five-star ANCAP safety rating for the MY25 Crosstrek and Impreza is applicable to vehicles manufactured from April 2025 and in Subaru dealers from June. ANCAP used shared crash-test results for both Crosstrek and Impreza – given they are closely related, using essentially the same body, platform and powertrains. The Crosstrek received an adult occupant protection rating of 83 per cent, a child occupant protection rating of 91 per cent, a vulnerable road user protection rating of 85 per cent and a safety assist rating of 73 per cent. It achieved a higher vulnerable road user protection score of 85 per cent as it showed superior upper leg (femur) protection than the Impreza. The Impreza scored better for pedestrian head and lower leg protection which the safety organisation said was due to the difference in bonnet and front bumper designs. In addition to more safety kit, there have been some other specification tweaks made to the Crosstrek. The Crosstrek Hybrid has received a petrol particulate filter in order to comply with Euro 6e emissions standards, outpacing the introduction of Australian requirements to meet less stringent Euro 6d standards from December 1, 2024. Outputs have been reduced marginally in the Crosstrek Hybrid – offered in L and S model grades – from 110kW/196Nm to 100kW/182Nm, but with the same 6.5L/100km combined official fuel consumption. The 115kW/196Nm 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and continuously variable transmission used on the petrol-only Crosstrek and across all Impreza model grades remains unchanged. The 2025 model year update brings no other equipment changes to either vehicle, the current generation of both having been introduced in Australia in 2023. MORE: Everything Subaru Crosstrek • Impreza Content originally sourced from: The Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza have been given price rises accompanied by safety upgrades for model year 2025 (MY25), the latter enabling them to receive five-star ratings from safety authority ANCAP. The Crosstrek small SUV – Subaru Australia's second-best selling model after the Forester SUV – and related Impreza hatchback have been given the same updates and $500 price rises across their lineups. It means the entry-level Crosstrek L starts at $35,990 before on-road costs and Crosstrek Hybrid L from $39,590, with the base Impreza L at $31,990 before on-road costs. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Impreza hatch – which isn't offered with a hybrid powertrain locally – remains more expensive than the Toyota Corolla, though the Crosstrek still undercuts the most affordable all-wheel drive versions of the Hyundai Kona and Toyota Corolla Cross. Traffic sign recognition has been added to the existing speed sign recognition system, enabling it to read signs such as 'Stop', 'No Entry', and 'Give Way'. With ANCAP introducing a 'submergence test' – evaluating the occupants' ability to escape a vehicle under water – in 2023, the 2025 model year Crosstrek and Impreza also get an Emergency Evacuation Glass-breaking Tool – essentially a glass-piercing hammer located in the vehicle's glovebox. An updated five-star ANCAP safety rating for the MY25 Crosstrek and Impreza is applicable to vehicles manufactured from April 2025 and in Subaru dealers from June. ANCAP used shared crash-test results for both Crosstrek and Impreza – given they are closely related, using essentially the same body, platform and powertrains. The Crosstrek received an adult occupant protection rating of 83 per cent, a child occupant protection rating of 91 per cent, a vulnerable road user protection rating of 85 per cent and a safety assist rating of 73 per cent. It achieved a higher vulnerable road user protection score of 85 per cent as it showed superior upper leg (femur) protection than the Impreza. The Impreza scored better for pedestrian head and lower leg protection which the safety organisation said was due to the difference in bonnet and front bumper designs. In addition to more safety kit, there have been some other specification tweaks made to the Crosstrek. The Crosstrek Hybrid has received a petrol particulate filter in order to comply with Euro 6e emissions standards, outpacing the introduction of Australian requirements to meet less stringent Euro 6d standards from December 1, 2024. Outputs have been reduced marginally in the Crosstrek Hybrid – offered in L and S model grades – from 110kW/196Nm to 100kW/182Nm, but with the same 6.5L/100km combined official fuel consumption. The 115kW/196Nm 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and continuously variable transmission used on the petrol-only Crosstrek and across all Impreza model grades remains unchanged. The 2025 model year update brings no other equipment changes to either vehicle, the current generation of both having been introduced in Australia in 2023. MORE: Everything Subaru Crosstrek • Impreza Content originally sourced from: The Subaru Crosstrek and Impreza have been given price rises accompanied by safety upgrades for model year 2025 (MY25), the latter enabling them to receive five-star ratings from safety authority ANCAP. The Crosstrek small SUV – Subaru Australia's second-best selling model after the Forester SUV – and related Impreza hatchback have been given the same updates and $500 price rises across their lineups. It means the entry-level Crosstrek L starts at $35,990 before on-road costs and Crosstrek Hybrid L from $39,590, with the base Impreza L at $31,990 before on-road costs. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Impreza hatch – which isn't offered with a hybrid powertrain locally – remains more expensive than the Toyota Corolla, though the Crosstrek still undercuts the most affordable all-wheel drive versions of the Hyundai Kona and Toyota Corolla Cross. Traffic sign recognition has been added to the existing speed sign recognition system, enabling it to read signs such as 'Stop', 'No Entry', and 'Give Way'. With ANCAP introducing a 'submergence test' – evaluating the occupants' ability to escape a vehicle under water – in 2023, the 2025 model year Crosstrek and Impreza also get an Emergency Evacuation Glass-breaking Tool – essentially a glass-piercing hammer located in the vehicle's glovebox. An updated five-star ANCAP safety rating for the MY25 Crosstrek and Impreza is applicable to vehicles manufactured from April 2025 and in Subaru dealers from June. ANCAP used shared crash-test results for both Crosstrek and Impreza – given they are closely related, using essentially the same body, platform and powertrains. The Crosstrek received an adult occupant protection rating of 83 per cent, a child occupant protection rating of 91 per cent, a vulnerable road user protection rating of 85 per cent and a safety assist rating of 73 per cent. It achieved a higher vulnerable road user protection score of 85 per cent as it showed superior upper leg (femur) protection than the Impreza. The Impreza scored better for pedestrian head and lower leg protection which the safety organisation said was due to the difference in bonnet and front bumper designs. In addition to more safety kit, there have been some other specification tweaks made to the Crosstrek. The Crosstrek Hybrid has received a petrol particulate filter in order to comply with Euro 6e emissions standards, outpacing the introduction of Australian requirements to meet less stringent Euro 6d standards from December 1, 2024. Outputs have been reduced marginally in the Crosstrek Hybrid – offered in L and S model grades – from 110kW/196Nm to 100kW/182Nm, but with the same 6.5L/100km combined official fuel consumption. The 115kW/196Nm 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and continuously variable transmission used on the petrol-only Crosstrek and across all Impreza model grades remains unchanged. The 2025 model year update brings no other equipment changes to either vehicle, the current generation of both having been introduced in Australia in 2023. MORE: Everything Subaru Crosstrek • Impreza Content originally sourced from:
