The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Premium Is A Rugged & Affordable Miniature Outback 

Happy Monday everyone! For those of you interested in the Sport or Limited trim of the Crosstrek, we’ll be driving it in early May, stay tuned for a video on the 2.5L engine in a few months! Hope you all have a great week! 😊

I work in a Large Hospital and you would be surprised at how many Physicians that make big buckets owns one of these as there drive to work vehicle (Besides there Land Rovers and Mercs). There are at least 8 in the parking lot right now. prolly more.

It's refreshing and reassuring to see a review that is not overly critical of the 2.0L engine. I just purchased a 2024 Crosstrek Premium and have yet to drive it on any highway to assess its engine power, but I knew going in it wasn't a beast in the performance department. For the vast majority of my driving I'm confident the 2.0L will do just fine. Thanks for a great, comprehensive review!

My husband and I just bought one this week in the offshore metallic color...we love it! After being Jeep people for years we were ready for Subaru...love how it drives and looks!

I've seen a lot of Crosstreks around my neighbourhood and for good reason~ It's a nice subcompact SUV that I think Subaru designed really well.

18:18 truer words have never been spoken lol... I started with a '21 Crosstrek sport, and a few days ago I bought a '23 subaru outback limited ... I ended up loving subaru WAY more than I thought I would. theyre simple, they work, and you get some insane bang for your buck.

Having a CVT transmission sounding like a lawn mower under the hood is always pleasant to hear.

i keep watching these reviews on it while waiting for mine that i ordered months ago. was supposed to get it last week but its been delayed for some reason. can't wait to finally get it!

BOY, you fit in a LOT of information. Good freaking job - really enjoy and appreciate this video. And I ALSO APPRECIATE HARD BUTTONS!

Great review.., as always.., really enjoy your videos.., thanks again for sharing your thoughts, experience, and most importantly.. your time.. 👍🏻

Your reviews are always top notch! Informative and honest are two that come to mind. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Poor Rob! I thought I hated the redesign when I first saw photos but this has changed my mind. Nice!

I wish the outback would adopt the same center gearshift cupholder storage area that this has. That was my one dislike about my 2020 outback was the way the gearshift monopolized all the space there was hardly any storage space compared to my partners 2018 outback and the cupholders just got in the way. At 6 foot 7some of those tall folk need a little extra legroom or need room. It’s obviously much better in the ascent that I now own but if we ever got an outback again, that would be a major change that we would like to see is improvement in the center stack. Great review! Love the color!

Incredible review!😊😊😊

Would be really cool to see a wilderness edition crosstrek with a turbo engine.

The Canadian Sport called Onyx is available early in Canada already. Mine is on the way, can’t wait. Great Review.

Finally! Been waiting all week for this!

That fall was hillarious, the Hill Decent did not kick in for him

I bought a 2022 WRX limited 7 months ago, and the dash layout looks identical other than a few things. The center console has so much wasted space! the armrest storage could've been bigger if the parking brake was moved closer to the dash or they couldve used a nicer plastic than what they chose... I also dont care for the thick C cladding on the front bumper. If that C shape was thinner like the way it looks on the outback, i'd be ok with that. I too am surprised and disappointed they didnt put the FA24 in the crosstrek yet.. and the turbo, people have been asking for for YEARS. Other than those nitpicks, a solid refresh.

I just got one a couple weeks ago, I love it. I’ve owned Toyota’s most of my life and this is my first Subaru, so far no complaints.

Not gonna lie, I laughed when Rob tripped 😄.

We just recently purchased a 2023 Limited Crosstrek for a family road trip/camping car and I’m very impressed with it! I agree that I wish it came in a turbo but for what we bought it for it’s a great car for the price.

Great video!

Got mine a few weeks ago. I love it. The ride has Improved in the ‘24. Only gripe is no leather wrap on the steering wheel in the premium trim. 2.0 engine isn’t fast but it’s fine in everyday use.

This is a nice looking little SUV. Subaru has had no problem selling the 2.0 so it makes sense for them to keep it. Yes it is a dog from 0-60 but in most real-world driving it feels adequate.

Just bought mine last night 🎉

I think this version of the Subaru Crosstrek is absolutely amazing I mean it's definitely recognized as a Subaru Crosstrek but you can see that there's something different it looks more masculine it looks a little bit more aerodynamic you can see the front part of the vehicle pushing forward like it wants to cut through the air I think they have done a brilliant job

dang those rear reflectors are huge

Hats off to the cameraman. Well done. 👍👌 Great review.

The IIHS side crash test was a "poor" for the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Premium. Hopefully Subaru improved this.

Great review. I’ve been sifting through reviews on so many other vehicles trying to narrow my choice down. I’ve also considered the Ford Bronco Sport, Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Cruz, and the Ford Maverick. I want something compact but off-road capable with AWD. I really like the overall package of the Subaru Crosstrek, but really wish you could get it with a traditional torque converter. I’m not a big fan of CVT’s. Also wish there was a trim level that offered the turbo flat 4 from the WRX.

I wish the whole lineup was made in Japan, or at least I wish the higher trims were made in Japan. For such a large vehicle, the 2.5L really should be the standard engine and we really need a turbo option and a strong hybrid option. With the Crosstrek being Subaru's best selling car, I don't think these things are too much to ask for. Oh and for the love of God bring back physical climate controls Subaru.

Had 2015, super reliable, easy to take care ... . Now using 2023 model, same reliable car

I’m so glad I got the 2023!

One aspect I never hear in any review from anyone is the quality of the sound system. You mentioned it but I'd like to know more about the quaility. I know that the Harmon Kardon system will be an improvement, but by how much? Love the channel btw.

Great video and a great car! Imagine if it had the 2.4L turbo!!

Subaru needs to put the 2.5 in every trim level. It doesn't cost them any more over the 2.0. They just do it to entice people to spend more.

I've been researching an upgrade for my very old honda fit which was just the fit I needed at the time but it's approaching 13 years old. Think I've decided on a crosstrek and while it may not be the "fastest" it's going to be a massive upgrade for me.

What trail was that in Joshua Tree! I’m down to take my 24’ out there! Looks easy enough.

When will the sports or limited be available? Same production as early spring?

Rob is so graceful in this video. J/k. 😅 I don't think many Subaru owners are going to tackle this type of off-road conditions. Maybe a forest service road or a beach. Thinking that the new generation Impreza RS might actually be a better choice for some buyers

I love that blue!

90% leaned into this model. looked at toyotas too and just keep coming back. likely this will be my next car

I just leased a ‘23 Crosstrek Sport last October to replace my beloved CX30 which was totaled😢. My 1st ever Subaru. And I have to say that it really impressed me during the test drive and continues to do so the longer I own it. I do have some small niggles with it (halogen headlamps, manual seats) but overall it’s just a really poised and capable vehicle. It’s just so easy to drive and get around in. Attractive all around and peppier than you think with the 2.5L. Good car and it looks like the ‘24 just builds on that.

"You can see this Premium grade has a 16" wheel.... you can see it's got Yokohama Geolander SUV road tires essentially. It's riding on a 225 60 R17". So 17" wheels then, not 16"

Good review, now I want one.

Thanks for pointing out that this new Crosstrek can be purchased with an 8 way powered driver seat. I am six feet tall and the seat tilt feature is extremely crucial for me to enhance driving comfort.

Ordered my Sport. Arrives in June.

Where did they hide the hill holder? and is it on by default? I hate my sister's new 2023 Outback, where she has to turn hill holder on every time she starts the car.

If you’re playing a RU-vid video with CarPlay will it play on the screen?

Shame that Subaru & most other automakers still aren't going with a combo port & direct injection engine design, which offer preventative & operating/performance advantages over pure direct injection alone. Dealing with all the carbon buildup & professional sludge removal services at regular intervals will be a headache, since an engine requires at least some port injection for the fuel cleaning additives in the top tier gasoline brands to hit everything it needs to in order keep an engine fully free of carbon sludge accumulation.

Thanks for that *_very_* detailed review. Would have liked to have seen and heard some of the highway footage though.

At last a crosstrek i've hopping for.

Like the new one alot more. Looks more grown up.

This in the base model or the HRV in the base model with AWD?

You mentioned a 2.4 Turbo, I think that would be overkill for this smaller chassis so why not a 1.8 litre Turbo. It would not need lots of hp but torque just over 210 lb ft would work perfectly I’d think!

This proves you do not need heavy noisy truck tires on a sub-compact hatchback car to go offroaden For the capability of what it is A 152 hp with a CVT lifted sub-compact hatchback car For the price of a Wilderness, you can get a Jeep Wrangler Sport with a V6 manual with a full size spare, if you want to go offroaden

Really like the car. I was going to flat tow behind an Rv. For 2024, Subaru doesn't have a standard transmission, so you have to tow it on a trailer. Will try looking for a used crosstrek with Manual shift.

Hi Sir, Can you please do a 2023 GMC Terrain Review.

I order one. I received it in July

is a cd player available for the 2024 crosstrek ?

19:35 that's not shifting that's morphing... lol my 93 subaru loyale has only 2 speakers in the front no back speakers but hey i have skid plates!

2021 Crosstrek Limited owner for about 15 months now...there's plenty of reasons why this model is so popular. Rugged, durable, capable, and comfy. I live in an area that sees a decent amount of winter weather and had absolutely zero issues navigating through ice and snow this past winter. Limited trim is very comfortable inside and it really feels like a quality interior. Zero mechanical issues so far. My only gripe is that I wish the engine was a bit punchier. I can pass people on the highway just fine, but it would be nice to have a little more power behind it all. The 2024 model looks like it'll be another solid vehicle from Subaru...if they'd bump up the horsepower and torque at or above 200 for each, I'd upgrade to a 2024 in a heartbeat! Can't say I'm a fan of that massive infotainment screen though...my Limited has plenty of screen space with nice physical knobs and buttons for things that don't need to be digitally controlled.

Just drove limited, highest outfittied model, no HUD, no camera on turns to see cyclists, no heated steering, no parking assist, lots and lots of steering wheel buttons. No vents in back (under seat sort of), does have voice commands at least for a/c. If you put in sport mode it has less lag. You can just start using the manual shifters without moving into that mode.

They better have a good engine insulation for that CVT, but I think it worst since they remove hood blanket.

Beautiful but where is the rear air vents? Even in 21st century!

My pet peeve is the mix of halogen and led lighting in the headlights / turn signals / brakes. It looks so cheesy and incoherent. Would it really cost that much to do full led? I have a 2023 Outdoor (Canadian market) with the 2.5. To get a similarly equipped 2024 model with the same engine now costs nearly $4,000 more than I paid. Not worth it for the marginal improvements and silly iPad screen imo.

Molto bella❤ io possiedo la xv con il 2.0 turbo diesel che ha 147 hp e 350 nm torque ma per le strade strette della Sardinia la panda 4x4 1.3 multijet diesel va molto meglio

Unfortunately Startex isn’t going to be available on the Crosstrek sport anymore. The only trim that will be offered with leather is the limited. I believe subaru may be working on a wilderness trim. Which they will be reserving the Startex for.

I think this version of the Subaru Crosstrek is absolutely amazing those slim lights across the front or just absolutely beautiful

Is it possible to get Wireless Apple Carplay on the 2024 Crosstrek?;

I have driven both the Crosstrek and the Impreza, and aside from similar looks they are nothing alike. I would never buy the Impreza but I am enjoying my second Crosstrek.

Same FB 20 since 2012

Love my 21 it's a lease. I may have to get into a 2024 👌

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek looks unique and upscale to the design of this vehicle 🚗!

I would be interested in this vehicle with the 2.5L. For the price, it is very good.....considering the HRV, much slower and worse MPG, isn't far off on the price [for the Sport].

I wish. The 2023 Crosstrek XV is £35,290 plus paint in the U.K. I wish the 2024 Crosstrek were to be affordable here in the U.K. (or I’ll have to stay with my faster, more powerful and 50mpg Camry).

I am not liking the climate controls on the touch screen, seems like a step down in safety, with actual knobs you don't have to look away from the road, just feel for them, with this setup you are trying to touch a spot on a very busy screen full of controls. I have a hard enough time on my 2018 premium just trying to push the pause control on the entertainment system consistantly.

Nice to point out that prop rod. I’m not sure why they are regressing with use of those again.

Very impressive little vehicle.

[low roof cause ppl seem to use the roof rack a lot]... how much faffing around the margins are car makers going to do before they end up bringing back wagons... I found the imprezza a lil small for my tastes, but evidently a boat load of other ppl love these things. in spirit, its basically a stubby budget A4 allroad/V60 Cross country. just commit to the bit, lengthen it a little, and bam, we have a mainstream wagon on the market once again. Subaru foreshadowed the death of the wagon, when they biggified the outback into a crossover back in 08. it'd be interesting if they were the company to revive it...

If they put the 2.4 Turbo in it...I will look at it. But I don't know that I could ever go back to the 2.5l. Oh, and yea, Subaru, people didn't buy the MT with their models as...last time I looked, the MT was only offered with base trims. Best Subie I ever had was my 2011 Impreza Outback Sport. 2.5i, 5spd manual, sunroof, Nav, Seat Heaters. It was the best!!!

After the cladding fades in a few years , what’s the best way to re blacken them?

Thoughts on this vs Corolla Cross? Very similar market, features, pricing, but the Cross has Toyota reliability and resale values - although it doesn't mean that Subaru has crappy realiability

Subaru was doing the C taillights way before Honda did

wish they removed the electronic parking brake and have a lever instead 😑

Since Subaru dropped the manual, I can't help but think a Corolla Fielder with AWD would be a better option for many people. If only Toyota could be bothered to build it. 😁

they dont have blue sapphire on a brz but its on the wrx bro..

Am I the only one that really likes that blue? Anyone know what it is called?

I got a 2019 premium and we buy these cars for everything besides speed. Lol. It's slower than molllases but it works. Everything else though, we take it offroad, camping, fishing, family trips. It's perfect for a family of 3 or 4.

A coworker of mine has a 2018 Crosstrek Premiun. I drove it a while back and was surprised with its driving around town. On the highway it's far from quick but for the average driver it's not bad at all. Obviously the 2.5 would be way better, but the 2.0 is not near as bad as I was anticipating.

The new redesign looks very solid overall. Unfortunately, not having the manual transmission option available is a dealbreaker for me.

10 sec. to hit 60mph is a death trap. You better plan those highway mergers very carefully

I see this video was posted in March which should be before production models made it to US. So is this a preproduction demo car or a Canadian car? Because the seats look a lot lighter than the interior pictures depicted for the Premium on the Subaru website. On their website, they describe the interior as "black cloth", and your seats don't look black.

The cameraman slips but not the Subaru 😂😂😂

Where I live, once you hit a certain point on the interstate over the pass. You will see Subarus everywhere.

What about de mazda cx30

That screen and lack of knobs is a horror show and an absolute dealbreaker.

Rob, here’s your chance to claim Workmans comp. seeing your Boss thinks it’s funny that you fell working for him.

Why don't they offer the turbo version in this model. To scared it would eat sales from their other models.