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2016 Subaru Crosstrek
Crossover · 2015–2027
Trims and features
What changed for 2016
- Starting prices: +$300 to +$700 (2 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: 2.0-liter SUBARU BOXER → 2.0-liter SUBARU BOXER engine with hybrid electric drive (Hybrid, Hybrid Touring)
- Engine: 2.0-liter SUBARU BOXER → 2.0-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine (2.0i Premium, 2.0i Limited, 2.0i)
- Fuel economy (combined): 29 mpg → 26 mpg (2.0i Premium)
- Curb weight: 3,186 lb → 3,109 lb (2.0i Premium)
2016 Crosstrek trims
| 2.0i | 2.0i Limited | 2.0i Premium | Hybrid | Hybrid Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | — | $25,095 | — | — | $29,995 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Engine | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER engine | 2.0-liter SUBARU BOXER engine with hybrid electric drive | 2.0-liter SUBARU BOXER engine with hybrid electric drive |
| Horsepower | 148 hp | 148 hp | 148 hp | 160 hp | 160 hp |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft | 145 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Fully synchronized 5-Speed Manual Transmission | Lineartronic CVT | 5-Speed Manual: Fully synchronized 5-Speed Manual Transmission Lineartronic CVT: Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT |
| Gears | 5 | — | 5-Speed Manual: 5 Lineartronic CVT: — | — | — |
| Drivetrain | Awd | Awd | 5-Speed Manual / Lineartronic CVT | Awd | Awd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 26 mpg | 29 mpg | 5-Speed Manual: 26 mpg Lineartronic CVT: 29 mpg | 31 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Max towing | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | — | — |
| Cargo behind last row | 22.3 cu ft | 22.3 cu ft | 22.3 cu ft | 21.5 cu ft | 21.5 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 51.9 cu ft | 51.9 cu ft | 51.9 cu ft | 50.2 cu ft | 50.2 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in |
| Length | 175.2 in | 175.2 in | 175.2 in | 175.2 in | 175.2 in |
| Curb weight | 3,109 lb | 3,208 lb | 5-Speed Manual: 3,109 lb Lineartronic CVT: 3,186 lb | 3,451 lb | 3,495 lb |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 6.2 in | 7 in | 6.2 in + option | 6.2 in | 7 in |
| Apple CarPlay | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Android Auto | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Speakers | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Lane keeping | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Blind-spot monitoring | — | Blind Spot Alert | Optional | — | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Rear cross-traffic | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Optional | — | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Cloth + option | Leather + option | Cloth + option | Cloth + option | Leather + option |
| Heated seats | — | Front | Front | Front | Front |
| Climate zones | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | — | Optional | Optional | — | Tilt/Slide Moonroof |
| Wheels | 17 in | 17 in | 17 in | 17 in | 17 in |
Packages and options (25)
| 2.0i | 2.0i Limited | 2.0i Premium | Hybrid | Hybrid Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Moonroof, Keyless Access with Push-button Start and PIN-code vehicle access, and SUBARU STARLINK 7.0-inch Multimedia Navigation | — | Optional | — | — | Standard |
| Power Moonroof, Keyless Access with Push-button Start and PIN-code vehicle access, SUBARU STARLINK 7.0-inch Multimedia Navigation, and EyeSight Driver Assist Technology | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Lineartronic CVT, EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, SUBARU STARLINK 7.0-inch Multimedia Plus, Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and SUBARU STARLINK Safety Plus | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Lineartronic CVT and Power Moonroof | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| SUBARU STARLINK Safety Plus | — | Standard | Optional | — | Standard |
| SUBARU STARLINK Safety Plus and Security Plus | — | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| STI Leather Shift Knob | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crystal Black Silica | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crystal White Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Gray Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Desert Khaki | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Hyper Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Ice Silver Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Jasmine Green Metallic | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Quartz Blue Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Venetian Red Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Black Cloth | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Black Cloth with Orange Stitching (Hybrid) | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Black Cloth with Orange Stitching (2.0i Premium) | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Black Leather with Orange Stitching (Hybrid Touring) | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Black Leather with Orange Stitching (2.0i Limited) | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Ivory Cloth with Orange Stitching (Hybrid) | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Ivory Cloth with Orange Stitching (2.0i Premium) | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| Ivory Leather with Orange Stitching (Hybrid Touring) | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Ivory Leather with Orange Stitching (2.0i Limited) | — | Optional | — | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Crosstrek 2018–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | SUBARU CROSSTREK HYBRID SUV HEV AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | SUBARU CROSSTREK SUV ICE AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | SUBARU CROSSTREK WILDERNESS SUV ICE AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | SUBARU CROSSTREK HYBRID SW HEV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 0 |
| 2026 | SUBARU CROSSTREK SW N/A AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 8 |
| 2026 | SUBARU CROSSTREK WILDERNESS SW N/A AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 44 |
| 2025 | Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 119 |
| 2024 | Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 2 | 119 |
| 2023 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 34 |
| 2023 | Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 31 |
| 2022 | Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 115 |
| 2021 | Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 0 | 69 |
| 2020 | Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 7 | 284 |
| 2019 | Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SW AWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 194 |
| 2017 | Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 97 |
| 2016 | Subaru Crosstrek SUV AWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 132 |
| 2016 | Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SUV AWD | 5 | No | No | 1 | 132 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2027 | Crosstrek Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2026 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 29 |
| 2026 | Crosstrek Hybrid AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 36 |
| 2026 | Crosstrek Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 26 |
| 2025 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
29 |
| 2025 | Crosstrek Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 27 |
| 2024 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L |
29 |
| 2024 | Crosstrek Wilderness AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 27 |
| 2023 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
25–30 |
| 2023 | Crosstrek Hybrid AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2022 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
25–30 |
| 2021 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
25–30 |
| 2021 | Crosstrek Hybrid AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2020 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
25–30 |
| 2020 | Crosstrek Hybrid AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2019 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
25–29 |
| 2019 | Crosstrek Hybrid AWD | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 35 |
| 2018 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
25–29 |
| 2017 | Crosstrek AWD | Auto (AV-S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L |
26–29 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.