Pros Outperformed its range estimate in our testing, peppy acceleration, generous warranty package.
Cons Fit-and-finish needs major improvement, unsteady ride and handling, unintuitive infotainment system.
Pros Long warranty Abundant standard driver's aids Clean, usable interior design
Cons Short range relative to the competition Unrefined ride and assembly quality Drives like it still belongs on the proving grounds
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek's primary draw is its jack-of-all-trades nature. Like a lot of other similarly priced cars or crossover SUVs, it has a roomy interior for both people and cargo, a smooth ride quality, and a long list of available advanced safety features.Revised feature availability.The Starlink telematics system gains a few new features.
Pros Spacious interior for a hatchback of its size Offers optional safety features not typically found in the class High ground clearance for enhanced off-road capability Comfortable ride quality
CONS Slow acceleration on the highway Handling isn't as precise as that of some rival cars Lower EPA mileage numbers compared to typical crossovers
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek ranked #8 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Subaru Crosstrek has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 29 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Lots of cargo space User-friendly infotainment system Well-built interior Smooth ride
Cons Seats could use more support Lethargic acceleration Rivals handle better
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek is as plucky as ever, but with more available safety gear this year.
Pros Great overall package Off-road capable, on-road comfortable Plucky feel Quiet, refined demeanor Lots of safety tech
Cons Mediocre acceleration Interior is just OK Manual transmission no thriftier, nor faster than CVT Loaded models aren’t as good of a value
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