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2026 Subaru Crosstrek Review
Subaru subcompact crossover with standard AWD character; 2026 EPA gas ~29, Hybrid ~36, Wilderness ~26 combined. Axis scores pending.
2026 · James Calder · published 2026-10-07
2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Crosstrek is Subaru's subcompact crossover for buyers who want Symmetrical AWD as default in a smaller package than Forester/Outback. Trade-offs versus HR-V: AWD standard vs optional; versus Corolla Cross Hybrid: mpg peak.
What's confirmed (EPA 2026)
- Crosstrek AWD: 29 mpg combined (26/33)
- Crosstrek Hybrid AWD: 36 mpg combined (36/36)
- Crosstrek Wilderness AWD: 26 mpg combined (24/29)
Practical notes
Hybrid is the efficiency play; Wilderness trades mpg for tire/stance. Cross-shop HR-V, Corolla Cross, and Trax.
Safety
Score pending pending IIHS/NHTSA 2026 Crosstrek matrix (prior Crosstrek Hybrid TSP mentions need 2026 page confirmation).
Method
See [How we score](/method).
Sources
- EPA — Gas Mileage of 2026 Subaru Crosstrek — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2026SubaruCrosstrek.shtml (fetched 2026-10-06)
- Subaru — Crosstrek — https://www.subaru.com/vehicles/crosstrek/ (OEM)