2021 Subaru XV (Crosstrek) 2.0i-S EyeSight Review

Big thanks to Motor Image PH/Subaru PH for lending me this car for a couple of days.

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2021 Subaru XV 2.0i-S EyeSight Review

If you want the comfort and handling of a sedan, but worry a little bit about Manila's frequent floods, and horribly paved roads, then a crossover is your best bet. Not all crossovers are created equal though, and more importantly, not all are blessed by engineers to handle well. Thankfully, Subaru has endowed upon us a power and nimble little crossover in the form of the Subaru XV (aka. Subaru Crosstrek) with great handling brought about by its low-mounted boxer engine, good suspension, and whilst still providing adequate comfort, and ease of drive.

For the 2021 model year, the XV receives a bunch of minor exterior, and interior updates, as well as new drive modes, and features which will make your daily drive, and fun rides just a little bit more enjoyable.

2021 Subaru XV Facelifted model changes:
1. New front grille and bumper
2. New 18" rim design
3. SI Drive
4. 2-setting X-mode
5. 8" HD touchscreen with Apple Carplay and Android Auto
6. 8-way power adjustable driver seat with 2 setting memory
7. LED fog lights
8. Auto tilting passenger wing mirror when put into reverse
9. Speed sensing auto door locking
10. Tuned coils and dampers for improved comfort
11. 3 new colors (Plasma Yellow Pearl, Horizon Blue Pearl, Magnetite Grey Metallic)

2nd generation Subaru XV (Crosstrek) GT body
model years: 2018 - present
2.0L Flat 4 engine
156hp, 196Nm torque
7 speed CVT transmission
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[johnnylin]

Manila roads need cars like these. Good to see they're getting more common these days

[MartsTravel]

I have one of these as a hire car in Spain and last night i left the handbrake off by mistake and it rolled down the hill but stopped itself from hitting a car

[SoJooCars]

XV's New Wheels Look Really Nice!

[TokyoCyclist]

Your reviews are getting better and better!

[KeithSy-gj]

Kyle in 2018 my neighbor in 512 A Lafayette bought another Subaru Forester 2.0iL when they had their Green Forester 2017 2.0iL so it would be the same, but they chose blue for their forester

[fangirldiaries]

Great review + excellent comm skills! :)

[pankist]

Actually a really great and practical review for a youtube style.

[wetlettuce]

no power liftgate, i like that

spoken with such gusto brother
couldnt agree more 👌

[carguyph]

damn kyle, these videos keep on getting better

[JonC]

Nice Review!!! We have a 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5L, Its true Subaru CVTs sound is not really that annoying compare to other cvts out there!

[scammero]

great review.. I quickly subscribed...

[regchr.]

You speak english very well i bet that gives you an edge and confidence. Nice video. Thanks. 🌿

[petarsron]

Dude that head rest angle cracked me up..lol cheers..

[RoelMC]

does this have rear emrgnecy braking as well ?

[geraldodearrudajunior]

I live in Brazil and I need information about SUBARU XV.
I intend to purchase the car, but here we only have the 2022 Hybrid model, which I don't like, they say it's weak.
I prefer the gasoline XV 2021 model, it looks more robust.
Another thing, we only have 4 stores in Brazil and a few mechanics, but above all I dream of having a SUBARU. I was thinking about importing the car, I have that possibility
Is this car really worth buying? What do they say to me?
Thanks

[killuazenitsu]

Nice review. I can tell you're a Subaru fan. So am I. :)

[joecard]

Great review! I was hook again!!!
😍

Watching from Palma De Mallorca, Spain 🇪🇸

I dunno if I saw was a diesel engine Subaru XV displayed in a mall here.

[pankist]

Did you review a Forrester? Would love to watch your opinion on that car as well.

[sergiozapanta]

Hi Kyle, new subscriber here. Been binge watching your videos for the past 3 days. Love how detailed it is! Between this XV variant and Geely Azkarra Luxury would you prefer? :)

[sailormoon]

New sub here
Since 2018 I been dreaming of this car just can't find the budget to buy it hehe maybe next year or two
I just like to ask about the manual mood and the paddle shifts, how good was it