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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$15,990
Est. $217/mo
$938 Below market
RMV: $16,928
Earlier Price: $15,990 (24 Aug 2024)
Mileage 82,734 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
82 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
H4
Automatic
Belmonte Auto Imports
Raleigh, NC
4.0
(Based 318 Review)
(919) 87*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$18,950
Est. $257/mo
$972 Below market
RMV: $19,922
Mileage 48,844 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
41 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
H4
Automatic
Northside Lexus
Spring, TX
4.0
(Based 3202 Review)
(281) 56*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$18,978
Est. $257/mo
$1,346 Below market
RMV: $20,324
Mileage 59,839 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
34 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
H4
Automatic
Manly Honda
Santa Rosa, CA
4.0
(Based 853 Review)
(707) 54*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$12,995
Est. $176/mo
$3,473 Below market
RMV: $16,468
Mileage 97,000 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
31 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
H4
Automatic
Millennium Cars
San Diego, CA
4.0
(Based 48 Review)
(858) 27*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$17,877
Est. $242/mo
$1,905 Below market
RMV: $19,782
Price Drop, $565
Earlier Price: $18,442 (20 Aug 2024)
Mileage 73,398 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
61 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
H4
Automatic
Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Missoula
Missoula, MT
4.0
(Based 1616 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Other damage reported
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 0 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 06/28/16 and owned in FL until 12/22/16
  • Last serviced at 73,398 miles in Missoula, MT on 08/13/24
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(406) 55*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$18,980
Est. $257/mo
$434 Below market
RMV: $19,414
Mileage 58,644 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
30 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
H4
Automatic
Lancaster County Motors Subaru
East Petersburg, PA
3.0
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$10,950
Est. $148/mo
$334 Below market
RMV: $11,284
Mileage 141,133 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
99 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
H4
Automatic
Sam's Auto Akron
Akron, PA
(717) 42*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$14,599
Est. $198/mo
$133 Below market
RMV: $14,732
Price Drop, $300
Earlier Price: $14,899 (28 Aug 2024)
Mileage 105,060 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
43 Days in market
BLUE
SUV
H4
Automatic
HoneyCar Charlottesville
Charlottesville, VA
3.0
(Based 285 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Other damage reported
  • Driven an estimated 13,390 miles/year.
  • Purchased on 09/11/16 and owned in FL until 08/17/24
  • Last serviced at 105,659 miles in Fairfax, VA on 07/31/24
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(434) 28*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$12,500
Est. $169/mo
$1,101 Below market
RMV: $13,601
Price Drop, $1349
Earlier Price: $13,849 (23 Aug 2024)
Mileage 117,176 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
44 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
H4
Automatic
Yark Mazda
Toledo, OH
5.0
(Based 506 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Accident reported: minor damage
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 14,765 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 03/18/16 and owned in MI until 07/28/18
  • Last serviced at 117,176 miles in Toledo, OH on 08/28/24
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(419) 27*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$15,400
Est. $209/mo
$818 Below market
RMV: $16,218
Price Drop, $400
Earlier Price: $15,800 (17 Aug 2024)
Mileage 94,719 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
61 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
H4
Automatic
Land Rover Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
4.0
(Based 153 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Minor to Moderate Damage Reported
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 10,373 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 06/18/16 and owned in CO until 06/28/22
  • Last serviced in Shreveport, LA on 08/02/24
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(318) 38*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$18,282
Est. $248/mo
$203 Above market
RMV: $18,079
Price Rise, $1017
Earlier Price: $17,265 (21 Aug 2024)
Mileage 63,229 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
40 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
H4
Automatic
Fred Beans Hyundai
Doylestown, PA
4.0
(Based 1072 Review)
(215) 34*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$13,421
Est. $182/mo
$1,084 Below market
RMV: $14,505
Price Drop, $453
Earlier Price: $13,874 (20 Aug 2024)
Mileage 119,984 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
92 Days in market
GREEN
SUV
H4
Automatic
Fox Preowned
Carson City, NV
4.0
(Based 13 Review)
(775) 30*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$15,988
Est. $217/mo
$31 Below market
RMV: $16,019
Mileage 96,202 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
63 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
H4
Automatic
Matthews Motors - Clayton
Clayton, NC
4.0
(Based 1919 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • Driven an estimated 11,917 miles/year.
  • Purchased on 07/13/16 and owned in VA until 07/30/24
  • Last serviced in Clayton, NC on 08/28/24
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(919) 42*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$15,822
Est. $214/mo
$394 Below market
RMV: $16,216
Price Drop, $2433
Earlier Price: $18,255 (29 Aug 2024)
Mileage 95,037 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
79 Days in market
SILVER
SUV
H4
Automatic
Findlay Subaru of Prescott
Prescott, AZ
3.0
(Based 1120 Review)
(928) 77*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$15,689
Est. $213/mo
$365 Above market
RMV: $15,324
Price Drop, $300
Earlier Price: $15,989 (17 Aug 2024)
Mileage 88,073 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
95 Days in market
BLACK
SUV
H4
Automatic
VanDevere Auto Outlet
Akron, OH
3.0
(Based 1392 Review)
(330) 64*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$15,999
Est. $217/mo
$235 Above market
RMV: $15,764
Mileage 107,832 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
51 Days in market
SUV
H4
Automatic
JJs Auto Sales
Wenatchee, WA

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 11,919 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 03/12/16 and owned in OR until 04/22/19
  • Last serviced at 105,859 miles in Kirkland, WA on 08/25/23
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(509) 88*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Touring hybrid SUV

Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

$16,195
Est. $219/mo
$2,153 Above market
RMV: $14,042
Mileage 101,692 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
44 Days in market
WHITE
SUV
H4
Automatic
DriveTime of Gainesville
Gainesville, FL
(352) 33*****
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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Review


Powered by a boxer-four which puts out 146 hp and is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Subaru Crosstrek enters the 2016 model year with minor changes to the front styling and the addition of some features. The Crosstrek, as we all know is based on the Subaru Impreza 5-door hatchback. However, the way the car has been designed does not give away the resemblance at the first glance. The Crosstrek is a SUV, yet its tight proportions makes the car very flickable. The car is well known for its mileage, and the smooth ride quality thanks to the AWD.

The Crosstrek, has a few shortcomings as well. First off, the engine's performance is not on par with other SUV's from this segment, and actually makes the Crosstrek one of the slowest in this segment. Second, there is a lot of engine+CVT noise from the car at highway speeds. And the most important; the interiors on the car feel outdated and subpar. 

Pricing and Features
7.0/10


The Subaru Crosstrek comes in three trims: Base, Premium, and Limited. The Limited has the most standard features, including standard leather seats, automatic climate control, and blind-spot detection. Standard equipment on the base 2.0i includes 17-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, roof rails, rear privacy glass, air-conditioning, cruise control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with auxiliary audio and phone controls, 60/40-split folding rear seatbacks, Bluetooth connectivity, a rearview camera, a 6.2-inch touchscreen display with smartphone-app integration and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player, a USB port and an auxiliary input jack.

Trim

5dr Man 2.0i

5dr Man 2.0i Premium

5dr CVT 2.0i Limited

MSRP

$21,595

$22,395

$25,095

Key Features

Aluminum Wheels

Aluminum wheels & tire pressure monitoring system

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

 

Backup camera

Alarm and backup camera

A trip computer

 

Auto-off headlights

Auto-off headlights and fog lamps

Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror

 

Performance Tires

Keyless entry and start

Pass-Through Rear Seat

 

Fog lights

Remote trunk release

Bucket Seats

 

Cruise control

Heated mirrors

Electronic Stability Control

 

Wireless cell phone hookup

Climate control

Auxiliary audio input

 

Adjustable Steering Wheel

Dual-zone A/C

HD radio

 

2nd Row Bench Seat

Leather seats

MP3 player

Standard equipment on the base 2.0i includes 17-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, roof rails, rear privacy glass, air-conditioning, cruise control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with auxiliary audio and phone controls, 60/40-split folding rear seatbacks, Bluetooth connectivity, a rearview camera, a 6.2-inch touchscreen display with smartphone-app integration (including Pandora, Aha, iHeartRadio and Stitcher music services) and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player, a USB port and an auxiliary input jack.

We Recommend

The standard Subaru Crosstrek might meet your needs just fine if you don't need the extra ground clearance. As the only difference these models in the same family have is their ground clearance. With almost all features standard, the base model should be the most preferred trim out of the three available.


Also Read:

  • 2016 Subaru Forester
  • Subaru Crosstrek user reviews

 

Engine and Performance
7.3/10


All 2016 Subaru Crosstreks come with a 148-horsepower four-cylinder engine. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, and a continuously variable automatic transmission is available. The Crosstrek’s engine lacks power and provides sluggish acceleration. Thanks in part to its low center of gravity and standard all-wheel drive, the Crosstrek drives with control and precision.

It handles tricky road conditions with ease and feels nimble during regular driving. The Crosstrek has a high ground clearance, which helps when driving off-road. However, that height leads to some body lean when cornering on the pavement.

Model

Subaru Crosstrek

Mazda CX-3

Subaru Forester

MSRP

$21,595

$19,960

$22,395

Engine

Regular Unleaded H-4 2.0 L/122

Regular Unleaded I-4 2.0 L/122

Regular Unleaded H-4 2.5 L/152

Drivetrain

AWD

FWD

AWD

Transmission

5-Speed Manual

6-Speed Automatic

6-speed Manual

Power

148hp@6200rpm

146hp@6000rpm

170hp@5800rpm

Torque

145lb-ft@4200rpm

146lb-ft@2800rpm

174lb-ft@4100rpm

In terms of engine performance, the Forester makes the most power and torque, although the peak values come slightly higher in the rev band. The Forester is also the most expensive of the lot, whereas the Mazda CX-3 is the most affordable. The CX-3 makes similar performance numbers as the Crosstrek, but the way the power is delivered puts it at an advantage over the Crosstrek. The CX-3 is also the only one which uses a Inline-4 engine configuration among these three.

Subaru Crosstrek acceleration and braking

The Crosstrek's acceleration is rather disappointing, with such high figures in the performance runs. The Crosstrek takes a whole 9 seconds to reach the 60 mph mark, and 17 seconds to complete the quarter-mile run. The top speed of the car stands at 120 mph. The Mazda CX-3 is the quickest car here, with a 0-60 mph time of 8.6 seconds and the quarter-mile coming up in 15.8 seconds. It also has the most top speed, at 125 mph. The Forester on the other hand, is slightly behind the CX-3 at 8.7 seconds but a whole second behind in the quarter-mile run at 16.8 seconds.

Model

2016 Subaru Crosstrek

2016 Mazda CX-3

2016 Subaru Forester

0-60 mph (sec)

9

8.6

8.7

Quarter-mile (sec)

17

15.8

16.8

Top Speed (mph)

120

125

120

Front brake (inches)

11.6

11.6

12.4

Rear Brake (inches)

10.8

11.1

10.8

Braking distance 60- mph (feet)

137.7

117

122

In the context of braking performance, the CX-3 is the quickest to stop at 117 feet, whereas the Forester took 122 feet and the Crosstrek took a long 137+ feet. The Forester has the biggest front brake at 12.4 inches, whereas the Crosstrek and the CX-3 share the same size for the front brake at 11.6 inches. The Mazda CX-3's rear brake is of 11.1 inches whereas the Subarus get smaller brakes at 10.8 inches.

Subaru Crosstrek handling and steering

The Crosstrek's engines are just sufficient and the CVT is noisy, the available 5-speed manual is not going to be the preferred choice for most. The CVT's main purpose is to reduce the fuel consumption, and this has majorly affected the handling as well. However, this effect is not much and does not rob the Crosstrek of the title of a good handler. The Crosstrek is very planted and poised on roads with less traction, and the AWD combined with the car's stability controls leavse no stone unturned at providing excellent feedback.

The suspension is well tuned, and offers a smooth ride all around. The car's steering is a mechanical marvel, which works in tandem with its suspension and the systems allowing for precise control and feedback. Its only in the times when you want some quick speed that you realise the under utilization of the chassis and the steering. 


Also Read:

  • Subaru Forester user reviews

Fuel Economy
8.9/10


The Subaru Crosstrek lineup is quite fuel-efficient—especially if you compare it to taller, heavier sport-utility vehicles. The Crosstrek gets an EPA-estimated 26 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway when equipped with the CVT. That is very good for the class, especially considering the model has an all-wheel drive. The Crosstrek with a manual transmission has a rating of 23/31 mpg city/highway.

Model

Subaru Crosstrek

Mazda CX-3

Subaru Forester

MPG (City) (mpg)

23

29

24

MPG (Highway) (mpg)

31

35

31

MPG (Combined) (mpg)

26

31

27

Fuel Capacity (gallon)

15.9

12.7

15.9

The Mazda’s class-leading fuel economy of 29 mpg city/35 mpg highway means you’ll spend more time on those twisty roads and less time at the pump. Meanwhile, the Crosstrek marginally falls short of its friendly rival, the Forester, with a combined mpg of 26 when the Forester has 27 mpg. The CVT versions of all Subarus tend to get better mileage than the manual in real-world driving.


Also Read:

  • Fuel efficiency on the redesigned 2018 Crosstrek
  • Fuel efficiency on the more powerful 2021 Subaru Crosstrek

Interior
7.6/10


The Subaru Crosstrek's interior is very similar to the Impreza's; and has a simple design focused more towards practicality. A lot of soft-touch trims are all around the interior, and the controls are easy to access and use, with a very sensible arrangement. The interior does feature some standard Subaru bits (like the analog instrument cluster) but it does not look old and sits well. The center console gets a LED illumination at night as well.

 The Subaru Crosstrek seats five and comes standard with cloth upholstery. Available features include leather upholstery and heated front seats. The Crosstrek has spacious seating in the front and rear. A 6-footer can sit behind another 6-footer without compromising anyone’s head- or legroom.

Model

Subaru Crosstrek

Mazda CX-3

Subaru Forester

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

39.8/55.6/43.5

38.4/53.5/41.7

41.4/57.0/43.0

Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

37.7/54.2/35.4

37.2/50.4/35.0

39.8/55.5/38.0

For drivers and passengers alike, the Crosstrek has plenty of room, even with 6-footers in the mix. The Crosstrek offers more legroom in the front, but the Forester is wider and taller. In the second row of seats, the Forester is taller, wider and longer as well. The Mazda's interior sits in between these two, a healthy middle ground. Some interior features are:

  • Adjustable steering wheel column
  • Leather Upholstery
  • Ambient interior lighting
  • Steering Wheel Controls
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Heated Front Seats

2016 Subaru Crosstrek SUV Infotainment

Crosstrek's infotainment system is easy to use. It's audio and climate controls are well-positioned on the center stack, but the audio system’s sound quality is poor. With a standard 6.2-inch touchscreen interface and an available 7.0-inch touchscreen that includes enhanced multimedia features, the Crosstrek has one of the better-equipped interiors in this segment from a technological standpoint.

Standard audio quality is pretty awful though, and there's no premium brand-name upgrade as you'll find in some rivals. Few key features include- 

  • 7.0-inch Touchscreen
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Player
  • HD Radio
  • MP3 Player
  • Premium Sound System (Optional)
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Onboard Hands-Free Communications System
  • Wireless Cell Phone Hookup

Cargo space on the Subaru Crosstrek 

With the rear seatbacks in place, the Crosstrek offers 22.3 cubic feet of storage space, expanding to 51.9 cubic feet with those seatbacks lowered. That's considerably more than the Mazda CX-3, but it trails the crossovers like Subaru Forester by a healthy margin. At least the flat load floor means you're able to maximize the space provided.

Model 

2016 Subaru Crosstrek

2016 Mazda CX-3

2016 Subaru Forester

Cargo Capacity (cu-ft)

22.3

12.4

34.4

Max Cargo Capacity (cu-ft)

51.9

42.3

68.5

The MazdaCX-3 offers the least cargo capacity at 12.4 cubic feet and a max capacity of 42.3 cubic feet. The Forester offers the largest cargo capaciity of 34.4 cubic feet and a max cargo capacity of 68.5 cubic feet.


Also Read:

  • 2016 Subaru Crosstrek interiors
  • 2016 Subaru crosstrek dimensions

Exterior
8.0/10


The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek's exterior is heavily based on the Subaru Impreza compact. The exterior features that differenciate the two mechanically are the raised suspension, the restyled bumpers and plenty of body cladding. However, the Crosstrek offers some added capability from its tires and the suspension. Changes to the exterior of the Crosstrek include a new grille, fascia and bumper and redesigned headlights giving the car a sturdy look. The side view will still remind you of the Impreza. At the rear, the low loading bay helps with easy loading of the lugguage. Otherwise, the rear is simple and has had no changes at all.

The 2016 Crosstrek is 14.6 feet long. Its curb weight ranges from 3,109 pounds with the Premium trim and five-speed manual transmission, up to 3,208 pounds with the Limited trim and CVT.

Model

Subaru Crosstrek

Mazda CX-3

Subaru Forester

Curb Weight (lbs)

3109

2809

3296

Length (in.)

175.2

168.3

180.9

Width (in.)

70.1

69.6

70.7

Height (in.)

63.6

60.7

66.4

Wheelbase (in.)

103.7

101.2

103.9

It falls in between the Mazda and the Forester in curb weight, wheelbase, height, width, and even length. The Mazda benefits from the low weight, and the overall smaller dimensions making it more maneuverable. The Forester boasts of the most height, weight and the length. It all comes together well to make the Forester a better car compared to the Crosstrek. Some exterior features are:

  • Aluminum wheels
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Fog Lamps (optional)
  • Auto-Off Headlights
  • Reverse camera
  • Sunroof/moonroof

Also Read:

  • Performance on the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
  • Towing capacity on the Subaru Crosstrek 

Safety
9.3/10


The Crosstrek’s only standard active safety feature is a rearview camera, but blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and Subaru's EyeSight system are available. The EyeSight system comes with adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and pre-collision braking. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety named the Subaru Crosstrek a 2016 Top Safety Pick+. The Crosstrek received four out of five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for its rollover and frontal crash tests, as well as five stars for the side crash test. Some safety feature are:

  • Brake Assist
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Traction Control
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • Fully Equipped Airbags

Also Read:

  • Safety featues on the 2016 Crosstrek
  • How reliable is the 2016 Crosstrek? 

Competition
9.0/10


2016 Subaru Crosstrek vs 2016 Subaru Forester

The 2016 Subaru Forester is a better can all in all. It offers a more powerful engine, with decent performance and control. The interiors on the Forester are well-made, with better quality materials and are roomy in  comparison. Also, the Forester has a better cargo space as well. The handling of the Forester is like a sedan's, and the ride quality is smooth and  composed.

The Forester is a bigger car in general. Both the cars have top safety ratings, but the Crosstrek has a higher reliability rating. The Forester is more expensive than the Crosstrek, but you get a lot for that small price bump. The Forester would be recommended.

2016 Subaru Crosstrek vs 2016 Mazda CX-3

The 2016 Mazda CX-3 is a fun car to drive and has a controlled handling, with a planted ride. The CX-3 is more fuel efficient, allowing for better ranges. Also, the CX-3's interior is more premium, and better stacked as well. The car gets AWD as optional as well. The interior might seem small, but it gets the job done.

The Crosstrek is costlier than the CX-3. It is also more reliable and both the cars have the same crash-test ratings. Out of these two, the CX-3 can be a better choice if the Forester isn't.

Final Verdict


The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek is a decent vehicle. If you’re looking for a practical and safe SUV that gets good fuel economy, this all-wheel-drive subcompact SUV may suit you. It’s just not a vehicle that stands out from the competition. If a spontaneous trek up a dirt trail for some camping sound appealing, the off-road-ready 2016 Subaru Crosstrek could be for you. 


Also Read:

  • Get a certified Subaru Crosstrek today!
  • 2022 Subaru Crosstrek: what's new?