New hexagonal grille, sleeker headlights, and plastic cladding galore. It’s more adventure-ready, but not a radical redesign.
New 11.6" touchscreen, comfy seats, but cabin materials still feel budget in places. Feels built for muddy boots and daily commutes.
Skip the 2.0L if you can. The 2.5L finally gives it decent punch. Still not a speed demon, but much better for highway merging.
Smooth Ride, Minimal Drama The Crosstrek glides over rough roads. AWD is standard. Steering is numb, but ride comfort makes up for it.
Wilderness = Weekend Warrior More ground clearance, off-road tires, and rugged bits. It’s the coolest looking trim and can tow up to 3,500 lbs!
Buy It If: – You want true AWD – You hike, camp, or live where it snows – You want comfort > speed Skip It If: – You need more space – You want hybrid mileage – You want sharper tech or performance