2024 vs 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport Features and Off-Road Shootout

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What does the all-new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek offer over the outgoing model? We put it up against Ryan's personal 2021 model to find out!
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CONTENTS
00:00 Introduction
00:34 Features
07:46 2024 Crosstrek Sport Driving Impressions
09:58 2021 Crosstrek Sport Off-Road
13:37 2024 Crosstrek Sport Off-Road
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@gregjones1867 10 месяцев назад

Best Subaru vids on YT

@Zanderthelab 10 месяцев назад

Pretty much the only subie vids on YT.

@RangerRickTV 10 месяцев назад

Ya I agree as well.

@FatmataKanu-uy7ld 10 месяцев назад

@@Zanderthelab time

@FatmataKanu-uy7ld 10 месяцев назад

@@RangerRickTV time

@FatmataKanu-uy7ld 10 месяцев назад

@@Zanderthelab.

@philricci2012 10 месяцев назад

I would rather have the Startex seats and manual parking brake for sure.

@RoyalEmpressTree 9 месяцев назад

I'm 54 years old. The only Subaru I've been in was about 1986. My friend drove the hell out of that car. But I didn't know what it was. Today I own a 2022 Crosstrek sport. I feel like I've entered a secret club. I love it.

@carbonbased5041 Месяц назад

Club it is. Welcome :) 61 here and first time I met a Subaru at about your age. I have my second Crosstrek now, and just simply cannot even let the faintest idea start to plan taking shape in my mind to change brand. I drive it in mud, dirt, woodland, and - it is unfair, I know but - it is such a fun to see all the other cars in snow...

@mickeybrumfield764 10 месяцев назад

The one thing that Subaru could do that wouldn't have to cost too much but would improve the functionality of their vehicles considerably would be to put a front camera on all their AWD cars.

@drivingsports 10 месяцев назад

Shocking that the Crosstrek Wilderness didn’t add one.

@mickeybrumfield764 10 месяцев назад

@drivingsports Yea, it's a real miss for a company that seems to be in tune with people who take their vehicles off the road from time to time.

@alsheremeta 10 месяцев назад

Another thing Subaru should do, and it would cost nothing because it's all software based, is put dual mode X Mode on all of their vehicles regardless of trim level, things like this may cause me not to purchase a 5th Subaru....

@mickeybrumfield764 10 месяцев назад

@alsheremeta Another thing they could easily do that is software oriented for a car with GPS technology is give us an altimeter so when we're in the mountains, we can tell the elevation. My Outback must have 4 or 5 compasses they could replace one of them with an elevation readout.

@erwinprincipe08 10 месяцев назад

I have that on my forester wilderness

@bigzach322 10 месяцев назад

Your review for the 2021 Sport cemented my decision to purchase one back in January 2021 when my Nissan Versa was falling apart, and I've loved it. Honestly, I don't envy much about the new version. The upgrades or changes are mostly unnecessary in my book. I love the StarTex, I think it is better than either standard fabric or leather. Mine show little wear even though my dog has tried his best to tear up the back row. I've put it through the ringer with water, mud, sand, dog, it feels great and doesn't heat up as much as leather in 90F weather. The 8" screen is fine. I'd rather have a smaller screen and have quick access to more physical buttons than the giant screens. The less time I need to look at the infotainment area, the better. The major upgrade I wish I had would be the wireless carplay and charger. The wired connection annoys the hell out of me. I've had a lot of issues with Android Auto disconnecting from physical movement on bumpy roads or when I go in and out of service in more remote areas. I've also put almost 52,000 miles on my 2021 Sport in 2.5 years, and a lot of that includes highway and mountain road driving. I regularly drive 2-4 hours to hike and camp most weekends. I've driven all over the Southeastern Appalachians on the stock tires, and I think they hold up really well on some tough dirt or rocky forest roads. I still have 7/32" tread on all 4 tires. They're holding up really well and I'm definitely sticking with the Geolanders when I need to buy new tires.

@billricheter5678 10 месяцев назад

Yours is better tbh

@mjsdad66 7 месяцев назад

I traded a '15 Legacy toward a '23 Crosstrek Limited last October. 23,000 miles later I am loving the car.

@tommyd1963ify 10 месяцев назад

We bought a 22 Crosstrek Sport 1 year ago after watching your reviews. I own a locked/lifted Jeep and a Powerwagon on 37"s, and this doesn't compete offroad. But I knew that! IF you buy this vehicle based on what it is, not what it isn't, you will be pretty happy. We needed an economy car that we can take down rough dirt roads. It has been great and actually better offroad than expected. It's nose is usually it's biggest limitation where we go. Lots of old desert mining roads with deep washouts across them. My biggest complaints are lack of available features with the Sport trim. It appears the adventure will resolve some of that. Agree on the turbo motor. Add lower gearing and room for more tire and take my money! I was willing to pay for a VW type R but it isn't offroad capable enough(and i couldn't actually find one).I see in the comments you have influenced many to buy a Subaru, and I hope they are listening. You converted us and another jeep friend bought an outback wilderness and loves it!

@MisterMister5893 8 месяцев назад

You considered a Golf R against a Crosstrek?

@tommyd1963ify 8 месяцев назад

@MisterMister5893 after some research, no. But we did cross shop them. My point is... give us the power of a Golf R with the offroadability of a Crosstrek(or more), and people would buy it.

@Doc1855 10 месяцев назад

I looked at the CrossTrek and liked it but it was too small for our needs, so we decided on a Forester Touring for myself. My Forester is the first vehicle I’ve ever owned that I don’t have to fold down the rear seat on the days that I need my wheelchair. This is Huge for me. My wife’s Outback has plenty of room for my wheelchair with the rear seats up, so I was so thankful that my Forester is perfect for me. Ryan, I love your channel, especially when you’re talking about Subie’s.

@carbonbased5041 Месяц назад

One of my favourite channels. Very precise, and very laid back. Thanks for the good work.

@PatrickMcNultyTheLuckyOne 9 месяцев назад

Great video! I was lucky to spend a day driving Outback, Forester and Crosstrek Wilderness at a Subaru training event this week. Crosstrek Wilderness looks great, performs very well, and has the StarTex interior that so many of us love. Can’t wait to see what you think of it!

@coyotetacticalsolutions 10 месяцев назад

I just got the 2024 Outback Wilderness and the front “skid plate” every reviewer says it has, is an absolute joke. It’s paper thin and bends with your hands. It takes up only the front tip of your bumper, with the rear being plastic. I went off road and it warped after the first rock. Upgraded to a REAL skid plate from RalliTek for engine and transmission and now it’s FAR more capable than factory.

@EZapar 10 месяцев назад

Really looking forward to seeing the Wilderness Subarus on your mountain course!! The chicken farm doesn't seem to stop XMODE. :) At least in dry conditions. We have a 21 Sport Crosstrek. I don't see trading it in for a '24 for any reason other than that awesome new green paint that's available.

@LoveMyZJ 10 месяцев назад

I'm interested in the new Crosstrek Wilderness, but it wasn't available before my lease was up. So I ended up getting a good deal on a '23 Special Edition. I like having the bigger 8" screen, yet still having all of the buttons, and the cosmetic changes are nice. But I'm definitely looking forward to your thoughts and footage of the Wilderness, as your reviews are very detailed and comprehensive.

@TenzinPhuntsokvlogs 6 месяцев назад

Best review. Thank you

@018CCHC 10 месяцев назад

Still cannot understand why the 2024 does not have a front facing camera. The Canadian 2021 Outdoor does and it can be activated anytime at any speed.

@Hoojammyflip 5 месяцев назад

We love ours 😁

@sonnyagan5251 8 месяцев назад

I always love your presentations. Btw when you replaced the tires from your 21 crosstrek. Did you maintain the original size specs? Because I’m planning to replace my 23 limited rims to 17” sports trim.

@rpkeskar 9 месяцев назад

Great video at a perfect time for me. I'm about to make this exact upgrade, to stay with a lease benefits option.

@OnVu-vv7nr 9 месяцев назад

My husband and I buy Subaru sport 2023 We got on October until now we love it ❤

@RetirementGoals1 10 месяцев назад

Your video with the green Crosstrek sport is what made me pull the trigger on my 2024 Silver Crosstrek Sport, I had to ditch my Escape Hybrid due to a “engine could seize and/or catch fire” recall. I put the same exact Falken WildPeak AT Trails on my 18 inch OEM rims. I went with a 235 instead of the 225 size that came on the car, a tiny bit more sidewall and width. They will help with the gravel forest service roads and Idaho winters. Thanks for the reviews, they help.

@billricheter5678 10 месяцев назад

I hate spending more money to swap out tires on a new car.

@RetirementGoals1 10 месяцев назад

@@billricheter5678 then the Wilderness edition would be perfect for you.

@billricheter5678 10 месяцев назад

@@RetirementGoals1 hope it is available pretty soon

@dougmanck4149 10 месяцев назад

I don't drive off pavement but I would still like to get those Falkens

@RetirementGoals1 10 месяцев назад

@@dougmanck4149 they are much much better on the road than the Falken Ziex low bid all season tires that came on the car. The Ziex’s ratings are SO bad and I can vouch they are very bad in the wet.

@RetroKingOG 5 месяцев назад

In Canada the trim levels are: Base Premium Onyx Limited Wilderness And PS for the onyx/Sport trim levels, it isn’t yellow accents, it’s gold! Just an FYI

@paulnav 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the review. It is always informative and fun watching your videos. Really appreciate it. How lucky you are that you have options (in terms of powertrain anyway). Here in Asia, it seems, they don't want to offer the 2.5L version for both the Crosstrek and the Forester. Shame. (Agree with the turbo too!). Thank you for what you do!

@patricktan4096 10 месяцев назад

for us in asia, especially for me in SEA, I think the wise choice is just buy the crosstrek then if you need more space then just go buy the outback and just ignore the forester. sad that we got shafted big time.

@dougmanck4149 10 месяцев назад

Bought a 2022 Sport, no way would I switch. Cloth seats and the big screen are deal breakers for me. Believe the steering wheel has actually changed also. Thanks for the video.

@vandelato1 6 месяцев назад

I had a cool gray khaki 2022 Crosstrek and I loved it, and about two months ago I had an accident and nothing happened to me, a very safe car but my Crosstrek was a total loss, now I have a new Crosstrek 2024 crystal white pearl and I love it too, I wouldn't change it, I hope I have it for a long time.

@octurbojoe 10 месяцев назад

Those begging for a manual transmissions don't know that the starting ratios on the latest TR580 CVT are better than the physical 1st gear ratios of any manual transmission Subaru has ever offered. Unless equipped with a dual range gearbox, manual Subarus most often uses excessive wheelspin or momentum to get over obstacles vs going slower with the CVT. The outdated TR690 CVT found on turbo models also isnt as good as the newer TR580s, as they have a much higher stall speed which isn't ideal for off-road. That's also the reason why I do not care for a turbo Crosstrek; the crappier TR690 will no doubt be married to it. On the subject of turbos, they will surely add more heat and complexity. Why would anyone want to subject themselves to those kinds of issues on the trail where there isn't enough airflow to cool the engine/transmission, while carrying 500+ lbs of gear and a RTT? Tbh, all the Crosstrek needs is lower gearing. If a little more power is needed, the '24 BRZ engine would be good enough (224hp/186 lb/ft). That's almost equivalent to 2002 WRX horsepower figures.

@Creighzeemofo 9 месяцев назад

I would still take a manual over a cvt. Rebuild cost on a cvt is about 5K more than a traditional manual trans.

@octurbojoe 9 месяцев назад

@@Creighzeemofo Cost amd repairs aside, the manual still has a taller starting gear compared to the newer TR580. That is a fact that cannot be refuted.

@Creighzeemofo 9 месяцев назад

All automatics in general won't spin out like a manual would offroad. But keep in mind the manual crosstrek has a true power split of 50/50 through the transfer case. Most people do not know that even with the improved new x-modes on cvt it isn't the same, so manuals do perform differently. Either way a crosstrek is not a true offroad suv, it's more like a weekend niche vehicle. 5 grand more for a cvt rebuild compared to maybe a clutch replacement for 1K doesn't sell it for me.

@octurbojoe 9 месяцев назад

@@Creighzeemofo The manual Crosstrek does not have a true 50/50 split. It has a viscous center clutch system like any other modern Subaru transmission (including automatics other than the STI), which requires friction to spin all four wheels up to 50/50 front to rear, just by moving forward. They have a nominal bias towards the front before torque is sent to the rear; so no, the manual Crosstrek does not have a full-time 50/50 split like a 4WD. Being that the manual also has open differentials, 50/50 will be lost once past of least resistance occurs where the wheel in the air will continue spinning. Manual Crosstrek transmissions also have shorter final drive ratios (4.44) to make up for 2.0L's lack of torque, paired with a very taller starting ratio (3.818), which is why it needs to "spin out." Whereas the 2.5L equipped variants have taller final drive ratios (3.7) because they have more torque. Why did Subaru not pair the 2.5L with a manual is a question only they can (or can't) answer. Repair costs will vary. CVTs are relatively easy to tear down and rebuild for the mechanically inclined. Common failures come from heat due to lack of fluid servicing. However, the CVT design keeps improving by reconfiguring the forward/reverse drive mechanism on the TR580; something manual lovers don't know themselves. I myself favor manuals over autos. In fact, my '21 Crossttek Sport is my first personally-owned automatic car, ever, after nearly 30 years of driving. I can agree that Subaru's aren't off-road monsters or rock crawlers. However, adding a manual transmission to a Crosstrek/Forester/Outback, won't add any benefit to off-road performance unless the gear ratios are suitable for it. Subaru's current manual transmission choices aren't great to begin with, except the STI, which is for an entirely different application.

@Michael-ur5qb 10 месяцев назад

I think it was a major downgrade for Subaru to get rid of the Startex in the sport for 2024. They could have at the minimum mixed it. The new Pathfinder does it right on the Rock Creek edition with mixing materials.

@javierjavier-ht3yu 8 месяцев назад

I´d like a lot of things from this life, even watching the trees, because they´re so beautiful and they are part of the landscape.

@joaquinvaro3334 9 месяцев назад

I just want to thank you for your all your work in this channel. I wanted to buy a new car for a long time though I didn’t know what. After watching you videos for over a year, my heart was set on the Subaru outback Wilderness. I’m now the proud owner of 2024 wilderness and I love it! Any recommendations on winter tires? 😅

@marker20 10 месяцев назад

You have a terrific channel here. I'm very happy I found your videos. You really do a superb job of putting these vehicles to some real life conditions and even seeing what the ceiling can be for their capabilities. I always appreciated crossover SUVs/smaller and capable utility vehicles in general and I just picked up a 2020 Mini Countryman which I will use in the many trails and dirt roads in my area. I'll continue following the channel and envying all the awesome vehicles and tests you get to do!

@jamesoliver6606 9 месяцев назад

Looking to Buy a Crosstrek 2024 - Thank you!! Such wonderful insights to This Vehicle , for serious Consideration. Well Done once again...

@martinamadorr5284 4 часа назад

Did you end your buying one?

@misterblaht 10 месяцев назад

I'm glad the different shades of yellow on the accent pieces and badging were noticeable (bothersome) to someone else. Do you feel a significant difference in ride quality with the smaller sidewalls on the 18" wheels? Thanks for the great content, as always.

@drivingsports 10 месяцев назад

Not a significant difference.

@sphaera3809 9 месяцев назад

Love my ‘18 Crosstrek, kids are learning to drive on it now... Such a capable car… I just wish it came with a WRX tuned CVT and more sound isolation.

@DaleDub Месяц назад

how is the sound insulation? would you consider it to be loud when driving?

@sphaera3809 Месяц назад

@@DaleDub Livable. But the main the big qualities of the Crosstrek is handling in all conditions and value.

@jss_510 8 месяцев назад

Can you do this with the Forrester sport???

@Khonshu61 10 месяцев назад

Great review, I was in an accident in Feb that totalled my 21 sport and just received my 24 sport and I am super happy with it. I actually prefer the cloth seats dealing with the texas heat I don't sweat as much in these.

@127Foxtrot 9 месяцев назад

Ryan, did you do the 20% muddy/dirt hill climb test with both vehicles - if not, why not? (I think it's the hill you did the 'last test' involving hill descent mode). Thanks !

@DandoBorusu 10 месяцев назад

very nice test, although i despise the dang cvt transmission.

@deejayimm 10 месяцев назад

He loves buttons so much, he has two words for them.

@jonfreeze 8 месяцев назад

I like how you buckled up your camera in the backseat. Gotta take care of the babies! lol Great review too!

@OutsideTheTargetDemographic 10 месяцев назад

I've been sound deadening my Forester on my YT channel, and just got my windows tinted last week. I have yet to Offroad my subie, but in snow, rain, snow, family hauling, snow, pulling the camper, or snow, it's been fantastic, getting 28.5 MPG average. 👍

@jtbx93 4 месяца назад

@drivingsports what are your thoughts on the wilderness vs a 2021 crosstrek sport capabilities, is it worth the upgrade? Do you think anything the wilderness does off road, the sport can handle? Biggest thing for me is the climate controls v big screen but thinking I can get used to it

@Life2race 8 месяцев назад

Your review cause me to buy a 22 crosstrek sport in march 22

@javierjavier-ht3yu 8 месяцев назад

nice cars and I want to say that I´ve driving only a bike, and I´d like the car dashboard , really has a cute interior and its exterior looking good.

@marcleibovic6879 10 месяцев назад

Been driving new Subey's since 2018 in the Northeast & Canada. With winter tires, never needed no X mode. The stock center diff and traction control are amazing

@edwined82 10 месяцев назад

Noti gang on deck

@edsmith9855 10 месяцев назад

Pretty disappointed with the "new model". It is more of an update at best, and prices have crept up to over 30k for the models with the 2.5L. I believe they have also decontented the Premium, and the all weather package is optional. They should have made the 2.5L standard and added a turbo or hybrid for the Sport and Limited trim. I own an Impreza, so am a Subaru fan, but the competition has caught up and maybe even passed them. I still think the Subaru AWD system is best in this class, but the Mazda CX-30 (2.5L standard, and powerful turbo only a few K more than Crosstrek Limited) and Kia Seltos SX (195 hp turbo, bose, 8 speed auto, navigation, very similar in price to upper level Crosstrek) are very strong value competition now. I would love to see you test the Seltos SX. (only negative about it is you have to but the SX to get adaptive cruise). Edit: they also need to add some sort of soft locking rear axle to the "Wilderness" models, ah la the Bronco Sport.

@MisterMister5893 8 месяцев назад

It looks like your lense is polarized when it's filming the infotainment screen. I see that exact same rainbow artifact when I have my polarized glasses on in the car.

@shumann1605 9 месяцев назад

I would like to see you compare the Wilderness trims from the Crosstrek, Outback and Forester on a future episode.

@knightryder3757 10 месяцев назад

Excellent review. I still say Subaru should offer 17in wheels in all trims. I hate the 18's, more so when they are forced on you simply because you want the sport trim.

@pcgamerfly 10 месяцев назад

I got excited when I saw this on my feed! Heavily leaning towards getting a 2024 Crosstrek. Is the full review of the Crosstrek Wilderness coming out soon? I'd love to see it!

@pcgamerfly 10 месяцев назад

Video says that the wilderness review is coming later this year

@javierjavier-ht3yu 8 месяцев назад

I use to take my bike and driving with it on the highway and meanwhile watching the landscape at the same time.

@amateurtorque6709 9 месяцев назад

I look forward to your new videos, but I prefer your old off road courses in the forest, it was alot easier to see from a viewers viewpoint how the vehicles compared visually.

@SyrupCanuck 9 месяцев назад

I have a 21 Crosstrek touring 2.0 and I am interested in the new one or moving to a OB

@ZeGermanHam 9 месяцев назад

The '24 Crosstrek is still a good vehicle, but there are a number of cost-cutting measures that took place which in my opinion make it slightly less of a value than the previous Gen-2 Crosstrek. Specifically, the door panels, upper dash, and center console of the '24 are all lower rent than the previous Gen-2. Also, no more leather-wrapped steering wheel on the Premium trim. Many people are reporting that wireless connectivity causes laggy operation, and the wireless charging mostly works as phone heater and barely charges the phone. And the loss of many physical buttons and knobs means a less intuitive and less safe experience. In my view, there are only two substantive improvements with the '24 Crosstrek, and they are the new steering rack and the LED headlights. Most other changes on the '24 I think are either downgrades or a net gain of zero. But it remains a capable vehicle, so I'm glad to see that has stayed the same.

@oscarsusan3834 8 месяцев назад

AWD pays for itself. X mode got me out of a couple of jams. None of the steering wheel” jerk “ from a stop and subsequent hard acceleration as you get with all FWD. Great cars all around.

@legojenn 4 месяца назад

I tend to buy cars used so I upgraded my 2014 Crosstrek Sport, a Canada-only trim at the time, to a 2021 Sport. It was quite the upgrade, but there are things I miss from the old car. I'm worried that a future upgrade will get away from what I love about the Crosstrek, its simplicity.

@kezboy1 9 месяцев назад

I wish subaru would go back to normal transmissions. I Hate the CVT's. other than that I like everything else about them. great review Ryan!

@muatazjabri 8 месяцев назад

I would like to see a front camera and statex seats.

@slosubies4845 10 месяцев назад

Another great review, Ryan. Bring that ol' Crosstrek out to the 48hours of TriState in January!

@drivingsports 10 месяцев назад

That's a loooooong drive.

@slosubies4845 10 месяцев назад

@@drivingsports LOL! Meet us at SIA!

@WW-wf8tu 10 месяцев назад

@@drivingsports Going from Seattle to Spokane is a loooooong drive. How can it be much worse for you? haha

@MrFlashbr 10 месяцев назад

Love your videos!

@krysjay2345 9 месяцев назад

I just bought the 2023 limited Crosstrek and would have considered the Startex.

@RangerRickTV 10 месяцев назад

I really like the black with the white storm trooper look.

@slimnon5 9 месяцев назад

How about the road noises?

@turo3066 9 месяцев назад

Just bought a 24. I've been watching your videos for years and never realized that your personal vehicle is a Crosstrek. I am seriously considering swapping in the Wildpeaks to eliminate the need for winter tire swap. Have you done a review of the tires? It's a good sign that a automotive press guy who drives hundreds of different vehicles chose the Crosstrek.

@drivingsports 9 месяцев назад

Crosstrek is great! Only caveat I would say is if you drive in an area that gets lots of snow, you’ll want to stick to a winter tire during the snow months. The AT3W is better than an all season in the snow, but it still struggles in icy conditions.

@Hoojammyflip 5 месяцев назад

@@drivingsports We are in Canada and chose the Continental Vikingcontact 7 - they had reviews as best performance on ice - our area is known for bad black ice at times and we haven't suffered any 'scares' in 3 1/2 winters now 👍

@gordonsmith3261 10 месяцев назад

Another great review Ryan, thanks! When will you be doing an in-depth review of the new wilderness model??

@drivingsports 10 месяцев назад

October!

@gordonsmith3261 10 месяцев назад

@@drivingsports Thx! I'm taking delivery of mine in Sept, so I can give you my own first impressions 🙂

@LuvMy24Subi 10 месяцев назад

Perfect comparison video! I’ve got a 2021 Sport and have ordered a 2024 Sport!

@lennygarrison6836 10 месяцев назад

I’ve been waiting for this one!

@theeconomist100 10 месяцев назад

subaru is killing it with the crosstrek

@madlucio70 9 месяцев назад

Hey Ryan. I have a tried question for you. I own a 2023 Crosstrek PHEV and love it, but I want to get a full spare tire and carry it on a roof basket during my long trips and off road forays. What tire would you recommend that would cut it temporarily regardless of the time of year? I live in Québec where is can be 35-40c in summer and easily -35c in winter. Thanks!

@Hoojammyflip 5 месяцев назад

Is the hybrid not a tad heavy for off-roading? - How do you find it? Also Michelin Crossclimate seems to get good reviews as a genuine 4 seasons tire. I'm in Canada and run 2 sets of wheels with full winters for 6 months of the year LOL 😁

@madlucio70 5 месяцев назад

@@Hoojammyflip I am not a hard off-roader, though Crosstreks are not made for rock crawling anyway. I have found it to be really smooth and capable in light off-roading honestly. It takes dips and rocks better than my Outdoor used to, since the suspension is a bit softer. Overall, I find it fantastic. But again I am doing light off-roading on trails to caves, remote snowboarding locations, etc.

@DavGreg 10 месяцев назад

You always do such good reviews and features. Very much appreciated. It is too bad the Star-Tex is no longer on the Sport - I have it on my Onyx OBW ‘21 and it is very good. The Wilderness cladding to the windshield nonsense makes that trim level a non-starter. Would like to see a comparison between the capabilities of the Ascent and the Outback. I think it could be fun.

@GeorgeChaidaris 10 месяцев назад

I 'll have the new more comfortable seats for my 2019. You may keep the rest. Thank u!

@AmirSharon 10 месяцев назад

The prob that Subaru didnt solve is the hit of the oil gearbox. the cooler gearbox only in the widerness model. its a shame that are not put an oil cooler gearbox in all models. this coole can drop tmps by 20° C. its very importing for the CVT transmission. also there 2 thermostats that without this cooler damage more easly.

@MatchuCT 10 месяцев назад

Great, informative video as always. Seemed like the new version spun its tires less despite the tire difference. Minor improvement, but improvement nonetheless. Not a fan of the moustache cladding in the front. At least the outback looks like it has air intakes. this does not. that said, everything else looks better than the previous version (but like you said, just because something is better doesn’t make the other bad) I hope wagons become trendy again some day and we get the Levorg! Keep up the great work

@chemuzio-ssir2015 9 месяцев назад

I have a 2023 Crosstrek Sport and I agree that it’s not worth switching over to the 2024. The lack of StarTex seats is actually a big negative for me lol Maybe a Crosstrek Wilderness but not the first year model at least, gotta wait for 2025 or 2026. Also, they’re made in Indiana now instead of Japan, and not a fan of that.

@JuanCastro1005 9 месяцев назад

Debating between a 2021 crosstrek sport with the 2.5 engine and a 2020 AWD RAV4 XLE What are your thoughts on the reliability of the CVT on the crosstrek? Would appreciate your feedback 😁

@drivingsports 9 месяцев назад

CVT is not going to likely give you any issues. The seats are much more comfortable on the Subaru.

@WW-wf8tu 10 месяцев назад

Not going to lie, I did not come here to see a subaru review. I did however, come to see a comparison between the 2 years of a car I am not considering buying. lol I can see some of the attraction of these little things. If only it had a proper transmission and not a CVT. How does this do going through the drive through ATM machines? lol

@Kiss__Kiss 10 месяцев назад

I definitely like the new/updated headlights.

@edsmith9855 10 месяцев назад

Hopefully they work well. The low beams on my 2019 Impreza (base model) are atrocious, almost to the point of being hazardous. Fortunately, I drive very little at night except for lighted city streets and freeways. I think there actually has been a recall pending for a long time on them, but I have not received notice yet that the fix is available.

@craigster1234 9 месяцев назад

A lot of people say they sweat a lot sitting on 'startex' seats.

@drivingsports 9 месяцев назад

I don't live in a hot climate so I can't say I've had that issue.

@AWDfreak 9 месяцев назад

14:35 "not the same as a low-range". Yep, X-MODE uses lower CVT ratios than standard driving modes. But how interested would you be in trying a dual-range Subaru XV/Crosstrek?

@peakreactivesr3504 20 дней назад

1:01 bro you forgot the wilderness trim for the new 2024 Subaru crosstrek

@denault3985 10 месяцев назад

Great presentation Ryan.

@prencher 10 месяцев назад

Peak torque comes in 700 rpm sooner, so it should be a bit more responsive as well.

@vj-zi5kx 10 месяцев назад

Any chance you can do this same test with, say, a 2018 crosstrek? To see the difference between regular x-mode and the dual x-mode setup??

@MrDarthvis 9 месяцев назад

Is auto start stop still included in newer model?

@drivingsports 9 месяцев назад

It's on all cars sold in the USA.

@davidwayne9982 2 месяца назад

What are the basic differences in THIS and the LIMITED? (mostly electronics and "gadgets" would be my guess)..

@quantum_entangled_tardigrade 10 месяцев назад

If Subaru offered the Crosstrek Sport with a manual, I'd be driving a lifted one on fifteen inch Black Rhino Boxer wheels and 225/75R-15 Open Country AT's. Instead, I've chosen to keep driving my fifteen year old FJ Cruiser. Subaru missed out on my hard earned $$$. Another great review/comparo, though!

@ssstellarj 9 месяцев назад

🙄🙄

@MrEricmopar 4 месяца назад

I suppose the 18" wheels look nicer, but lets face it, the 17" wheels are smoother riding, a bit quieter on sharp bumps and the 17" tire sizes are a bit cheaper and more common, IE better selection of 17" tires for the Subbies and other makes too for that matter.

@jvg1088 5 месяцев назад

5 trims. Wilderness trim.

@richardmurray6240 8 месяцев назад

I like the 2013 -2023 body style this 24 is ok

@sam-yau 10 месяцев назад

Does the new Crosstrek have auto brake hold, now that it nixed the manual parking brake? That felt like the biggest omission in prior generations in day to day driving convenience.

@drivingsports 10 месяцев назад

Yes

@IndoZambian 10 месяцев назад

Interesting that the stock oem tires did just fine! Wonder if the quicker awd system in the new one helps out just a bit. Basic day to day driving with some rough forest roads thr basic tires seem fine. I wish somone would do wet pavement testing among the soft cuvs/suvs cause I think thats where a majority of ppl will benefit, with the stock tires.

@MrNicholg 10 месяцев назад

I think I;ll get a Mazda.

@jpateka 10 месяцев назад

Can you get your hands on the 2023 Ascent? I just bought an onyx edition and I will like to see what it's capable of.

@sarahhagen2051 10 месяцев назад

How does the screen handle in freezing temperatures?

@drivingsports 10 месяцев назад

No issues.

@0HOON0 10 месяцев назад

I believe Car and Driver claims the softer suspension bottoms out sharply on bumpy roads. Real problem or were they doing Raptor speeds? 😂

@justinluttmer 8 месяцев назад

Wilderness is a 5th trim option.

@KyrosX27 10 месяцев назад

I love the crosstrek and super considering getting one. I know what it's for and what it isn't... but than a peppier, more powerful engine I wish they had ventilated seats for those long and/or hot drives!

@victorteran9766 9 месяцев назад

you can always upgrade with some aftermarket company like Katskin, which refurbishes your Crosstrek seats and adds heat and ventilation, haven't tried it myself just waiting for my original cloth seats to wear off a little bit more

@Hoojammyflip 5 месяцев назад

Turn on the AC? 😂

@mattheviewer 10 месяцев назад

Very interesting. I do wonder if when in normal X mode, turning off vehicle dynamics would let normal x mode better emulate the more aggressive x mode in the dual x mode vehicles? In the Outback line, Subaru's very with which vehicles get dual x mode (only onyx and wilderness ?).