Bought a Crosstrek Limited today. All the tech is a little overwhelming, but I’m excited to learn about it. We traded in my husband’s 19 year old Outback!
Same thing! Went from the 05 Outback Impreza Sport to 2021 Crosstrek, its taken some adjusting. I'm holding on to the old one for now, not ready to see it go haha
Disappointing that the manual transmission isn’t available on the sport version. Seems to me that shifting gears yourself is the very definition of sport driving.
@@Tbone.357 is that a bit LAZY? americans are just too lazy. im a truck driver, i drive a commercial truck with an 18 speed manual, i drive my car home with a 6 MT. life is good. i still have a 2003 bonneville SSEi with a 3800 supercharged. it's an automatic, i have been known to get in that car and push my left foot in for the clutch that isnt there. LOL. shifting becomes like second nature.
I agree, I have an older (2014) crosstrek limited with a MT, now if I decided to “upgrade” I would have to give up a bunch of features to get a manual, which is a little disappointing.
Great video! Very disappointing there is no MT option for sport models. I was looking to upgrade but since there is no MT option for that bigger engine, I think I am going to keep my 2013 crosstrek which has the same engine as the 2021 premium.
I dislike how the upgraded small info screen is only in the limited and not also in the sport. Some of that information is only needed in more "sporty" situations!
Great review. I would be that disappointed customer that will not get this Crosstrek with the bumped up engine in manual transmission. This is why I didn’t get this SUV back in 2018. I found it ridiculous that it has the same engine set up as the Impreza with the same HP. Instead, I went for the 2.0 Accord in MT and I’m glad I did because they stopped making them.
Sport for me...dont like the limited wheels. Wish the sport had power seats but what can ya do. No moon roof for me thats where a rack should be imo lol
The 6MT, the turnkey and the lack of the moonroof are the main selling points and reasons why I chose the Base model. If this base model came as the most expensive model in spite of its simplicity I would still buy it over any CVT model and any time of the day...
@@concernedcitizen2898 that is correct, but i didnt need any of those extra "features" they ram down your throat if you want the 2.5. the 2.0 with the 6 speed isnt a race car but it is completely adequate. it makes 148 hp, i remember growing up a 2.0 cavalier made like 85 hp and the 2.2 i think was around 95 hp, i got around for years just fine with a 91 cavalier 2.2 tbi. if i want to drive something that's quick i have a 03 bonneville SSEi with the 3800 supercharged and goodies like a PCM and pulley. for a commuter 148 hp is just fine. $25K for a car for my budget is quite enough expense already. im quite happy with the package and really like the manual.
i like a sunroof and wish it was available with a manual because i might have considered that option. things i really like -the manual is much more reliable then a CVT -NO EYESIGHT. im a class A CDL holder, i drive a commercial truck locally 50K miles a year. i know how to drive and DO NOT nor do i need driving aids - no push to start - no stop start nonsense what do we need all this add on crap for anyways? what are we lazy or incompetent, or both? just a bunch of upsell crap to make the car cost more BTW i have a premium 6MT. heated glass where the wipers sit to melt the crap off the wipers? heated seats? heated mirrors? a nicer interior? these things are useful.
@@andrewdonohue1853 the eyesight isn't something you rely on it's to save your ass and others if you fuck up get distracted whatever it may be I'm pretty sure you can turn that stuff off but there's no reason to when it can literally save your life
This answered my question of whether the base came with Xmode also. The biggest reasons I see to jumping to a Sport or higher trim, is the fancy water resistant interior and of course the bigger engine.
Does the Limited edition come with automatic seat adjustment for the passenger? For $43k Canadian, you get a Forester, but the passenger has to adjust their seat like it's a 1980's joke. Wondering if Subaru's gonna evolve. I own a '16 WRX & might get a Crosstrek, but after a car hits the, say, $30k mark, how about automatic seats for the passenger. $37k before taxes is a lot for a car that isn't trying that hard at all re: interior.
I took the limited out for a drive and found it very agile and quite fun. I’m going to take the sport out next and see how that feels. Did you drive both and was there any performance difference given they both share the same engine? Noted the difference between the 17 and 18 inch wheels. Subaru tells me that they program the cars to accommodate the wheel size.
I have not driven a 2021 Limited Crosstrek, but I would expect it to basically feel the same as the Sport. The one-inch difference in wheel size is not enough to make a noticable difference.
What is the major differences in the limited and sport? I’m having a hard time deciding and I’m technically “downgrading” from my 2020 Outback limited. I don’t want to get rid of too many features but I noticed you said the limited crosstrek shows more vehicle specs on the higher little screen but didn’t say that for any other model.
The fancy screen on the top only comes on limited models. You'll also get leather seats, full LED headlights, rear automatic braking, more features standard (push button start, larger touch screen, blind spot monitors) and optional (navigation, Harmon kardon sound) than the sport
I’m waiting for a 2.5 liter engine Crosstrek to be available en Mexico. I don’t want to buy a crosstrek and find out later that the 2.5’s are now available.
Strange how they restrict the Harmon Kardon sound for only the highest level crosstrek. This car is aimed at young buyers who probably care more about thumping base yet it’s offered in an out of reach configuration. I also do not understand why the sport model has no option for led head lights in 2021. I don’t think there is any car manufacturer offering 26k cars without led standard. You can get econobox sedans with led standard. Very strange cost cutting, no arm rest or USB ports for the back to top is off. I get the impression the engine upgrade was simply the first of many upgrades coming to the crosstrek down the road. Wait for 2022?
I must be crazy, it seems everyone hates the rims except me. My only complaints are the grills on all of these models are ugly and that gloss black they have on the interior, those things are fingerprint magnets.
I live in Canada and I just bought 2021 crosstrek sport however it has the 2.0L engine and I watched the video here and it says the sport model has a 2.5 L.. can you please explain why I have the 2.0 L engine thx
It is sad that brands are relegating manual transmission to budget models for people who prefer the higher trims. Real drivers drive stick shift -- none of this auto crap. Guess I'd be Iooking at the WRX.....
@@CarDietrich i got my premium 6 MT in april. if no one buys a manual they will quit making them. i voted to keep that option on the sheet by buying one. i really like it.
That's a tough question to answer, because every car is a little different. All I can tell you is my 2020 Impreza burned six tenths of one quart of oil in its first 6,000 miles, and it has the same 2.0 motor that they use in the base and Premium Crosstrek.
I bought the new 2021 Crosstrek Limited brand new off the low and the dealership took off the plastic inside the car. I even found a small scuff later on :(.... come on taking that plastic off the screens is the best part of getting something new!
You are correct. However, they come standard with Apple CarPlay and Android auto, so if you plug your smart phone in you can see the maps app from the phone on the touchscreen, and do other things. Even on a base model
These were all brand new cars sitting on the lot so the fuel economy always reads very low on them at that point. They're rated mid-twenties in town and low 30's on the highway with the automatic transmission.
Excellent video. I own a 2018 limited legacy and I will purchase a limited Crosstrek or the Solterra/ plug in Forester (2023) going forward depending on what's available. Thank you, extremely informative video. The only difference that I see is the legacy has no X mode, just a hill function which is also a great feature.
Great video and reviews. Informative and well captured. Would suggest opening up the back and showing how far the seats go since many people(including myself) would consider this car for the cargo space.
In Canada the sport still have the 2.0L base engine. But the limited and a new trim called the outdoor trim have the upgraded engine... But the sports have a moonroof yet the outdoor one doesn't which is weird
I have said prior, the subaru wheel designer / picker, needs to be changed. They are getting worse ugh. Now they are going that fake bolt thing on the wheel face, oh the horror. Original crosstrek wheels were the least bad of the bunch. Thankfully and I mean that seriously, they left the manual handbrake. Every subaru model should have one. Also, thankfully they left the normal HVAC controls. Big mistake on the legacy and outback, all in the big screen, very accident prone design. "S" and "I" modes are pointless in my opinion. I hope the backup cameras are better than my 2016 legacy that flickers randomly and is slow to show up when put in reverse. I wonder if there is a program update for that from subaru? I believe XMODE was developed as the CVT is not as capable as the old 4eat's that had no special modes but worked great in snow and dirt. In my opinion the base model with the stick is probably the best deal. The base with CVT would be next choice, the rest is just extra fluff that will eventually cost more to repair. Now if the 2.5ltr had an option of a manual tranny, that would be something fun. Thanks for the vid. The sport is nice but on the pricier side for someone like myself. A base forester is cheaper, same engine, same CVT, same ground clearance and more storage space.
I know what you're talking about with the backup camera on your 2016 Legacy, my 2017 STI essentially had the same screen and it did the same thing. The newer screens (2018+ Legacy, Outback, Crosstrek, 2017+ Impreza, 2019 + WRX and STI) seem to be better at displaying the backup camera. Although I will say the 2020 Outback and Legacy don't flicker but they can be a little slow to pop up.
@@CarDietrich The screen thing is quite annoying and in the sun, it is 100% unreadable and all you see is a bunch of squiggly lines (even friends have made that comment) which I believe is part of the touch sensory portion. If I were not going to trade, I would just put in an aftermarket head unit with a back camera built in. Well to be honest I would never buy another legacy, why, simply because all the functions are built into the touch screen. A very bad design as I find the 2016 legacy screen annoying but at least it still has physical HVAC controls.
It's funny you mention the squiggly lines. Just about every car with that particular 7" touch screen starts showing them after a couple of years or so, but I had my 2017 WRX STI for three years and it never did. I never garaged that car, BUT I did have ceramic tint on every piece of glass including the windshield the whole time I had it. Maybe the lines start to show up because of damage from the sun? I dunno. But I know exactly what you're talking about.
@@CarDietrich Interesting, there is a recall for an exhaust part of my legacy that cracks at the flex joint. When I bring it in for that, I will discuss that with them as I have an extended gold plus warranty so maybe the can replace the unit? Who knows, they never like to do anything near me when using the extended warranty so it's a long shot. NY stealerships suck, period!
Call 1-800-SUBARU3 and complain. They might approve your warranty claim, or at least send you some SWAG. My mom had to have a battery replaced in her Forester and they sent her a check for what she paid for the battery (her car was still under warranty) and like some Subaru beach towels or something. She was happy.
Did the Limited come with the x-mode? I am thinking of buying a Crosstrek because my 2012 Subaru Impreza Sport limited has 205 thousand miles and it's time for new wheels, to bad I am on the East coast, thanks for the comparison on the models.
can you buy a headlight from the Crosstrek limited to install onto the Crosstrek Sport? Like do all the Crosstreks have the same body cutouts for the headlight. Regardless of the headlight steering not working I’d still want a better looking headlight that looks modern.
@@CarDietrich thanks! I didn’t watch the video all the way through yet. Then I went to delete my comment after he mentioned it but couldn’t find it🤪. Was worried that he hadn’t even mentioned headlights at all.
At this point probably yes, based on the fact your BMW is 18 years old. A brand new E46 might give a new Crosstrek a run for its money, but unfortunately you can't get those anymore.
I have a question. I am planning too buy a subaru crosstrek in a few years but I don't know which trim level should I buy. Should I buy a sport or limited for the crosstrek? Because the sport one has dual x mode and limited I think there is no dual x mode but it has a parking sensors and crosstrek sport doesn't have a parking sensors i think. And can you tell me which crosstrek has a power lift gate please? So if you see this what I wrote can you reply what I say please
At this point no Crosstrek has a power liftgate. Unless you are going to go off-road a lot and you will use the dual-mode X-mode frequently, I would say go with the Limited if it fits your budget. The LED Headlights, Reverse Auto Braking, standard bigger screen, and nicer wheels (in my opinion) make it worth it
@@CarDietrich so does that mean which trim level should I go for the crosstrek? Is it sport or limited? Which trim level has dual x mode and parking sensors?
Best review out there. I wish more car reviewers could do this.
Thank you so much! It saves me so much time when going to the dealer.
Glad it was helpful!
Bought a Crosstrek Limited today. All the tech is a little overwhelming, but I’m excited to learn about it. We traded in my husband’s 19 year old Outback!
Nice! When I went from my 2006 Forester to new 2021 Ascent, I felt like I was in the cockpit of an airplane. You will get used to it quickly!
Im curious, the outback and forester get harmon kardon speakers at the limited range. Does your crosstrek have the harmon kardon?
Same thing! Went from the 05 Outback Impreza Sport to 2021 Crosstrek, its taken some adjusting. I'm holding on to the old one for now, not ready to see it go haha
Does it have dual function x mode?
@@michylmagdaleno6421 yes it does.
Great video thanks. For those in Canada the Sport trim with the 2.5 L is called the outdoor and the Premium with the 2L is called the Sport Trim.
I'm actually happy for the CD player, I still keep a disc book in my car for long trips 👍 Thanks for the great review of trim levels on the Crosstrek.
Thanks for watching!
Disappointing that the manual transmission isn’t available on the sport version. Seems to me that shifting gears yourself is the very definition of sport driving.
You're lost rhen.
Relax and let the motor do the work 😎
You obviously haven't spent much time on the DC beltway during rush hour.
@@Tbone.357 is that a bit LAZY? americans are just too lazy. im a truck driver, i drive a commercial truck with an 18 speed manual, i drive my car home with a 6 MT. life is good. i still have a 2003 bonneville SSEi with a 3800 supercharged. it's an automatic, i have been known to get in that car and push my left foot in for the clutch that isnt there. LOL.
shifting becomes like second nature.
Buy a Porsche
Finally! Answered my question about whether or not the premium has push start or not 😭
I was not expecting that mustache.
Nobody expects the mustache...
not available in the package
I have a White 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited. Dual color leather seats, nav system. I love it!!
hi, thanks for the great video. one little note, when you recap at 15.28 you accidentally say Forester instead of Crosstrek. cheers.
My mistake, thank you for watching!
15:28 I think you meant Crosstrek. 👍
I wish the MT came on higher trims.
I agree, I have an older (2014) crosstrek limited with a MT, now if I decided to “upgrade” I would have to give up a bunch of features to get a manual, which is a little disappointing.
Great video! Very disappointing there is no MT option for sport models. I was looking to upgrade but since there is no MT option for that bigger engine, I think I am going to keep my 2013 crosstrek which has the same engine as the 2021 premium.
I dislike how the upgraded small info screen is only in the limited and not also in the sport. Some of that information is only needed in more "sporty" situations!
I would buy it if sport model was in manuel
Great review. I would be that disappointed customer that will not get this Crosstrek with the bumped up engine in manual transmission. This is why I didn’t get this SUV back in 2018. I found it ridiculous that it has the same engine set up as the Impreza with the same HP. Instead, I went for the 2.0 Accord in MT and I’m glad I did because they stopped making them.
Bought my Limited a few weeks ago!
Sport for me...dont like the limited wheels. Wish the sport had power seats but what can ya do. No moon roof for me thats where a rack should be imo lol
The 6MT, the turnkey and the lack of the moonroof are the main selling points and reasons why I chose the Base model. If this base model came as the most expensive model in spite of its simplicity I would still buy it over any CVT model and any time of the day...
i love my 6MT...... i just wished it didnt have that stupid rev hang, i do find that annoying. still i like driving it.
New to the Crosstrek. So you cannot but a 2.5 L Crosstrek with a manual transmission?
@@concernedcitizen2898 that is correct, but i didnt need any of those extra "features" they ram down your throat if you want the 2.5. the 2.0 with the 6 speed isnt a race car but it is completely adequate. it makes 148 hp, i remember growing up a 2.0 cavalier made like 85 hp and the 2.2 i think was around 95 hp, i got around for years just fine with a 91 cavalier 2.2 tbi. if i want to drive something that's quick i have a 03 bonneville SSEi with the 3800 supercharged and goodies like a PCM and pulley.
for a commuter 148 hp is just fine. $25K for a car for my budget is quite enough expense already. im quite happy with the package and really like the manual.
i like a sunroof and wish it was available with a manual because i might have considered that option.
things i really like
-the manual is much more reliable then a CVT
-NO EYESIGHT. im a class A CDL holder, i drive a commercial truck locally 50K miles a year. i know how to drive and DO NOT nor do i need driving aids
- no push to start
- no stop start nonsense
what do we need all this add on crap for anyways? what are we lazy or incompetent, or both? just a bunch of upsell crap to make the car cost more
BTW i have a premium 6MT. heated glass where the wipers sit to melt the crap off the wipers? heated seats? heated mirrors? a nicer interior? these things are useful.
@@andrewdonohue1853 the eyesight isn't something you rely on it's to save your ass and others if you fuck up get distracted whatever it may be I'm pretty sure you can turn that stuff off but there's no reason to when it can literally save your life
Great video!
Just bought my 21 Crosstrek sport! Totally love it!
Good choice!
I've been looking at those. I guess I'm kind of on the fence about the StarTex upholstery on the seats. How do you like it?
The 182 hp model?
Same here!!
This answered my question of whether the base came with Xmode also. The biggest reasons I see to jumping to a Sport or higher trim, is the fancy water resistant interior and of course the bigger engine.
Does the Limited edition come with automatic seat adjustment for the passenger? For $43k Canadian, you get a Forester, but the passenger has to adjust their seat like it's a 1980's joke. Wondering if Subaru's gonna evolve. I own a '16 WRX & might get a Crosstrek, but after a car hits the, say, $30k mark, how about automatic seats for the passenger. $37k before taxes is a lot for a car that isn't trying that hard at all re: interior.
No power passenger seat on any 2021 Crosstrek
Best part of this video was your mustache, looks dope bro 😂🤙🏻
The best part of any video I make is always the mustache
Hopefully next year we’ll get the 182hp with a stick
I really hope so... till that happens I'm holding on to my 2013 premium
Doesn't make sense for the 1% of buyers who want it.
I took the limited out for a drive and found it very agile and quite fun. I’m going to take the sport out next and see how that feels. Did you drive both and was there any performance difference given they both share the same engine? Noted the difference between the 17 and 18 inch wheels. Subaru tells me that they program the cars to accommodate the wheel size.
I have not driven a 2021 Limited Crosstrek, but I would expect it to basically feel the same as the Sport. The one-inch difference in wheel size is not enough to make a noticable difference.
The review I have been searching for. Well done!
What is the major differences in the limited and sport? I’m having a hard time deciding and I’m technically “downgrading” from my 2020 Outback limited. I don’t want to get rid of too many features but I noticed you said the limited crosstrek shows more vehicle specs on the higher little screen but didn’t say that for any other model.
The fancy screen on the top only comes on limited models. You'll also get leather seats, full LED headlights, rear automatic braking, more features standard (push button start, larger touch screen, blind spot monitors) and optional (navigation, Harmon kardon sound) than the sport
I’m waiting for a 2.5 liter engine Crosstrek to be available en Mexico. I don’t want to buy a crosstrek and find out later that the 2.5’s are now available.
I’ll wait couple more months for the 2022 Models
Strange how they restrict the Harmon Kardon sound for only the highest level crosstrek. This car is aimed at young buyers who probably care more about thumping base yet it’s offered in an out of reach configuration. I also do not understand why the sport model has no option for led head lights in 2021. I don’t think there is any car manufacturer offering 26k cars without led standard. You can get econobox sedans with led standard. Very strange cost cutting, no arm rest or USB ports for the back to top is off. I get the impression the engine upgrade was simply the first of many upgrades coming to the crosstrek down the road. Wait for 2022?
I must be crazy, it seems everyone hates the rims except me.
My only complaints are the grills on all of these models are ugly and that gloss black they have on the interior, those things are fingerprint magnets.
Very nicely done
great vid, but im a headphone user and drove me nuts how heavy the audio was on the left side most of the video lol
Sorry about that. I recorded this on my GoPro Hero8 Black and its built in mic isn't great
@@CarDietrich no problem! thanks for the overview of the different trims
My pleasure, thank you for watching!
Who is designing the ugly grills on the new cars? I like the body then once I look at the grill it ruins the look.
You never talked about paddle shifters. I did see on the video that all but the base model has them. Foresters 😂
I live in Canada and I just bought 2021 crosstrek sport however it has the 2.0L engine and I watched the video here and it says the sport model has a 2.5 L.. can you please explain why I have the 2.0 L engine thx
The vehicles shown here are US Spec models
Awesome video, thank you!
Just got my 2022 Limited and it’s awesome!
I see that the base model lacks temp and fuel Gauges.
Just ordered my 2023 Limited in Cool Gray Khaki. Can’t wait!
How long will it take to ship?
@@Kur3at ETA sometime in October
no full LED headlights in the sport model? weird.
As of now, no LED headlights on Sport
Did you leave the cars running for the whole video? O.o
Naw it was all filmed in pieces
Bought limited last month.. already drove 1200 miles.. it feels good to drive.. otd - $28250 + taxes + doc fee + registration
Congrats! Enjoy your new Crosstrek
It is sad that brands are relegating manual transmission to budget models for people who prefer the higher trims. Real drivers drive stick shift -- none of this auto crap.
Guess I'd be Iooking at the WRX.....
Thank you for this - exactly what I needed before I go to the Subie dealer this afternoon.
Manual transmission is a must for the sport!
One of the best video description of the the different trim ever. Thanks 🙏
Someone’s brain at Subaru is missing neurons . Only a car enthusiast chooses a manual. You limit the manual to the smaller engine?
Don’t worry, they discontinued the stick shift completely on the new body style so you don’t need to worry about it anymore
Ohh I have the Premium 2019....and this is lovely
Nice review, I bought the premium cause I wanted a manual. I would’ve gone sport if it had a manual.
Good for you, I'm glad to se someone who wants a stick shift actually buy one. I hope you enjoy it!
Nice I just ordered a 2022 premium manual.
@@CarDietrich i got my premium 6 MT in april. if no one buys a manual they will quit making them. i voted to keep that option on the sheet by buying one. i really like it.
Where are the prices !!
Great review
Do these things still drink the oil? My 2013 i have to add oil before the scheduled change.
That's a tough question to answer, because every car is a little different. All I can tell you is my 2020 Impreza burned six tenths of one quart of oil in its first 6,000 miles, and it has the same 2.0 motor that they use in the base and Premium Crosstrek.
Depending on what kinda oil you using and also I'm paranoid so I change it earlier lol like 4 or 5k
# Crosstrek dummy... Lmfao that was funny thanks for the laugh
I am a 5th generation Santa Monica Native moved to Nashville 2 years ago because California is just to liberal for me!
Is it a single disc CD player or capable of loading multiple discs?
Single CD only
Does the limited also have the 2 modes of Xmode or is it only available on the Sport edition?
No, only Sport gets the dual mode XMode
ENVIRO WACKO nice job on this vid!
I bought the new 2021 Crosstrek Limited brand new off the low and the dealership took off the plastic inside the car. I even found a small scuff later on :(.... come on taking that plastic off the screens is the best part of getting something new!
How is the alarm system? I live in Miami and theft is a problem.
Omg the base has key to start?? I wish the sport had the key to start, instead of push to start.
Thank you for outlining the major differences in simple yet effective manner.
You're very welcome!
@@CarDietrich You forgot to mention there is no dual zone climate in the US models lol. Canada has dual zone climate and is only for that market.
So, if I understand correctly, you can only get navigation on the Limited trim? O.o Wtf!
You are correct. However, they come standard with Apple CarPlay and Android auto, so if you plug your smart phone in you can see the maps app from the phone on the touchscreen, and do other things. Even on a base model
How's the fuel economy compared to it competitors, I saw 6.7 mpg and 11mpg. This is just ridiculous 🙄
These were all brand new cars sitting on the lot so the fuel economy always reads very low on them at that point. They're rated mid-twenties in town and low 30's on the highway with the automatic transmission.
Helpful review. Thanks!
Does the limited have dual function x mode?
No, only on Sport. Limited just has Standard X-Mode
@@CarDietrich ok thx
Why are the DRLs so dim and yellow-looking on my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Premium any why are they are not LEDs?
The only Crosstreks with LED DRLs are the Limited models. All of the other ones use the high beam headlights on a low wattage mode.
Excellent review and excellent mustache!
Excellent comments as always,Thanks
The limited engine choice should have been the 2.4T with either manual and cvt . That would have been a berry choice considering the buyers type
Excellent video. I own a 2018 limited legacy and I will purchase a limited Crosstrek or the Solterra/ plug in Forester (2023) going forward depending on what's available. Thank you, extremely informative video. The only difference that I see is the legacy has no X mode, just a hill function which is also a great feature.
one of these or a Rav4? hmmmm
Great video and reviews. Informative and well captured. Would suggest opening up the back and showing how far the seats go since many people(including myself) would consider this car for the cargo space.
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Check that out, I measured it for you
@@CarDietrich oh that’s awesome I’ll definitely check that out later today.
Great job! Very informative
Excellent review. Thanks
If it only was stick
The 2023 Crosstrek base model and Premium model are still available with a six speed manual transmission.
Did a double take when I saw your handlebars in the rear view mirror, haha, shits awesome
I heard that Subaru is going to be adding a Crosstrek Wilderness for the 2023 model. Is this true?
I don't know for sure, but it seems likely they will produce a Crosstrek Wilderness at some point
In Canada the sport still have the 2.0L base engine. But the limited and a new trim called the outdoor trim have the upgraded engine... But the sports have a moonroof yet the outdoor one doesn't which is weird
great video went around youtube, you did the trick
Glad I could help!
it sure would be nice if they offered a manual on one of the models with the larger engine.
Any talk of the 2024 getting power seats? I need that!
Not sure yet, I believe it will be redesigned for 2024 though but I haven't heard anything about the seats
Uggg the Rims on all the trims, kills it for me...🤮
I have said prior, the subaru wheel designer / picker, needs to be changed. They are getting worse ugh. Now they are going that fake bolt thing on the wheel face, oh the horror. Original crosstrek wheels were the least bad of the bunch. Thankfully and I mean that seriously, they left the manual handbrake. Every subaru model should have one. Also, thankfully they left the normal HVAC controls. Big mistake on the legacy and outback, all in the big screen, very accident prone design. "S" and "I" modes are pointless in my opinion. I hope the backup cameras are better than my 2016 legacy that flickers randomly and is slow to show up when put in reverse. I wonder if there is a program update for that from subaru? I believe XMODE was developed as the CVT is not as capable as the old 4eat's that had no special modes but worked great in snow and dirt. In my opinion the base model with the stick is probably the best deal. The base with CVT would be next choice, the rest is just extra fluff that will eventually cost more to repair. Now if the 2.5ltr had an option of a manual tranny, that would be something fun. Thanks for the vid. The sport is nice but on the pricier side for someone like myself. A base forester is cheaper, same engine, same CVT, same ground clearance and more storage space.
I know what you're talking about with the backup camera on your 2016 Legacy, my 2017 STI essentially had the same screen and it did the same thing. The newer screens (2018+ Legacy, Outback, Crosstrek, 2017+ Impreza, 2019 + WRX and STI) seem to be better at displaying the backup camera. Although I will say the 2020 Outback and Legacy don't flicker but they can be a little slow to pop up.
@@CarDietrich The screen thing is quite annoying and in the sun, it is 100% unreadable and all you see is a bunch of squiggly lines (even friends have made that comment) which I believe is part of the touch sensory portion. If I were not going to trade, I would just put in an aftermarket head unit with a back camera built in. Well to be honest I would never buy another legacy, why, simply because all the functions are built into the touch screen. A very bad design as I find the 2016 legacy screen annoying but at least it still has physical HVAC controls.
It's funny you mention the squiggly lines. Just about every car with that particular 7" touch screen starts showing them after a couple of years or so, but I had my 2017 WRX STI for three years and it never did. I never garaged that car, BUT I did have ceramic tint on every piece of glass including the windshield the whole time I had it. Maybe the lines start to show up because of damage from the sun? I dunno. But I know exactly what you're talking about.
@@CarDietrich Interesting, there is a recall for an exhaust part of my legacy that cracks at the flex joint. When I bring it in for that, I will discuss that with them as I have an extended gold plus warranty so maybe the can replace the unit? Who knows, they never like to do anything near me when using the extended warranty so it's a long shot. NY stealerships suck, period!
Call 1-800-SUBARU3 and complain. They might approve your warranty claim, or at least send you some SWAG. My mom had to have a battery replaced in her Forester and they sent her a check for what she paid for the battery (her car was still under warranty) and like some Subaru beach towels or something. She was happy.
awesome , thanks for your posting
surprise stache!
Always gets 'em. Although at the moment it has morphed into a full beard. It even surprises me sometimes...
I would buy any car from a guy with a mustache like that.
I assure you that many people have! Lol
Yo Mustache!
Good info - good channel! How do you not have more subscribers? I just sub'd...
Thank you so much Ben!
Did the Limited come with the x-mode? I am thinking of buying a Crosstrek because my 2012 Subaru Impreza Sport limited has 205 thousand miles and it's time for new wheels, to bad I am on the East coast, thanks for the comparison on the models.
Yes the Limited does come with X-Mode. Thank you for watching!
I got the premium I love it wish I had the moon roof tho!!!!
God I hate CVTs
Crosstrek , not Forester (15:28)! Otherwise great review!
can you buy a headlight from the Crosstrek limited to install onto the Crosstrek Sport? Like do all the Crosstreks have the same body cutouts for the headlight.
Regardless of the headlight steering not working I’d still want a better looking headlight that looks modern.
In theory yes you could, but I've never actually seen it done.
Love the subaru XV ! It's so versatile.
Anyone know which trim has Led headlights? I can’t deal with halogen now that I’ve got lasik :(
Limited is the only one with LED headlights.
@@CarDietrich thanks! I didn’t watch the video all the way through yet. Then I went to delete my comment after he mentioned it but couldn’t find it🤪. Was worried that he hadn’t even mentioned headlights at all.
Great comparison. Thank you!
how does this thing handle? better than my 2004 bmw 325i?
At this point probably yes, based on the fact your BMW is 18 years old. A brand new E46 might give a new Crosstrek a run for its money, but unfortunately you can't get those anymore.
@@CarDietrich 18 years old like need with 49 k miles 😂
so whats the touring and outdoor model?
Canadian models I think, sorry I'm in the US so these are US models. There are some different trim levels in other markets.
I have a question. I am planning too buy a subaru crosstrek in a few years but I don't know which trim level should I buy. Should I buy a sport or limited for the crosstrek? Because the sport one has dual x mode and limited I think there is no dual x mode but it has a parking sensors and crosstrek sport doesn't have a parking sensors i think. And can you tell me which crosstrek has a power lift gate please? So if you see this what I wrote can you reply what I say please
At this point no Crosstrek has a power liftgate. Unless you are going to go off-road a lot and you will use the dual-mode X-mode frequently, I would say go with the Limited if it fits your budget. The LED Headlights, Reverse Auto Braking, standard bigger screen, and nicer wheels (in my opinion) make it worth it
@@CarDietrich so does that mean which trim level should I go for the crosstrek? Is it sport or limited? Which trim level has dual x mode and parking sensors?
No trim level has both dual X-mode and parking sensors. Dual X-Mode = Sport, Parking sensors = Limited