All-New 2024 Subaru Crosstrek // First look walk around

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This is a Motormouth couple car review of the all-new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek subcompact crossover. Two powertrain options, the base trims get a 2L 4-cylinder Boxer engine matched to a CVT 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque. Second option on higher trims is the 2.5L Boxer engine with 182 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque. Gone is the manual transmission. The two top trims comes standard with the more powerful engine.

Subaru says the new 2024 Crosstrek has a 10% stiffer chassis for improved performance and ride quality as well as a revised AWD system with a faster response time, more agile handling and better control on and off-road. Dual function X-Mode is available on the top two trims and all models feature hill start assist.

Subaru says, the 2024 Crosstrek has been designed around the concept of utility and sportiness that lends itself to an active lifestyle. The 8.7” of ground clearance is the same for all Crosstrek models which is great compared to other sub-compact crossovers in this class. It makes it easy to get in and out of the vehicle.

41” wide rear gate opening making it easy to lift things in and out of the vehicle. Overall cargo space is 54.7 cubic feet/1,549 litres. Ample rear seat legroom and cargo space.

The new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek has a frameless hexagonal grille, compact headlights, a broad stance, black wheel arch cladding and rocker panels, standard 17” wheels, available 18”. Subaru says, there have been some aerodynamic improvements to enhance the SUVs performance and stability. An air outlet at the trailing edge of the front wheel opening allows air to exit from the wheel well more freely contributing to reduced lift of the front tires and improved driving stability. Another air outlet has been added to each side of the rear bumper to reduce body sway due to air trapped behind the bumper.

There are 4 trims available in Canada and the US for the new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru says they focused on making the cabin more comfortable with more supportive front seats that are supposed to reduce fatigue on those long drives.

Standard 7” touchscreen, available 11.6” touchscreen with navigation both screens come with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto.

The 2024 Canadian Subaru Crosstrek model will continue to be built in Japan. However, for the first time, US Subaru Crosstrek models with the 2.5L engine will be produced in the U.S at the Indiana plant. Production of the US Crosstrek 2L Base and Premium models will continue at the Subaru plant in Japan.

Canadian Pricing
Convenience
$28,995 CAD
Touring
$32,195 CAD
Onyx
$33,995 CAD
Limited
$36,995 CAD

US Pricing
Base
$24,995 USD
Premium
$26,145 USD
Sport
$28,995 USD
Limited $30,895 USD

[Simbagator]

Do you know if you can turn off the big screen for night driving? I think that all that light coming through at night would be distracting and also affect your night vision. Always enjoy your frank and honest reviews. Thank you.

[elde]

Absolutely the finest automobile site on the web. You guys rock…..thanks for the service you provide!

[marknelson]

Excellent review as always! In answer to your question, The reason people don’t like large screens is because when they quit working in 5 years you can no longer adjust heat/ac/etc. Switches & knobs have superior reliability. Other than no HVAC knobs, nice vehicle.

[AATom]

I always love the Crosstrek. They always have the best combination of interior space, feature content, performance (especially after they received the much needed 2.5L engine) and proper handling/ride compromise. Although latest Subaru has lost some of its traditional quirky and frumpy character, they more than make up for its build quality and fit-and-finish.

[jsfbay]

My daughter bought a '23 Crosstrek and is not sorry because she prefers the 8" screen and actual knobs for HVAC. I wonder, is that Impreza narrower than the Crosstrek (inside the car, more specifically the width of the 2nd row bench seat. Glad to see you guys at this show!

[qwincyq]

One of the reasons for not liking the big screen is that when you’re not using it there’s a big black void left in the middle of the dash. The other reason is that you’re forced to go through a complicated menu to do the simplest of functions.

[jeffer]

I've always liked these. They seem to sell well too. Affordable, practical and from what I've seen, pretty reliable too.

[jeffwarrack]

I bought the 2024 Onyx with 2.5 liter motor on your pervious reviews, should get it July-August. It was cheaper than buying used 2022 🤯

[pierrec.]

what I Don't like about the Subaru's is the start/stop with the boxer engine. My Outback XT shudders every time the engine reactivates from the stop. Wish they could fix that.

[chrislim]

Those giant screens are generally disliked by the Subaru crowd. They are slow and form over function isn't a Subaru trait.
Glad to see the popularity of the Crosstrek though.

[AdamJayTechnoElectro]

Is this the first large screen in a Subaru we’ve seen that doesn’t include heated seat controls? Good to see they kept those controls as analog switches by the gear shift.

[garystar]

Glad to hear the Canadian version's will still be made in Japan. I see these cars everywhere with a mix of young people that often have a Thule box, Kayak on the roof, as well as many students, and seniors driving this practical small crossover SUV.

[hoser]

Great overview as always. Still keeping my fingers crossed that my ordered 2023 Outdoor model comes in. Manual ebrake, split info screens, more rugged looking and manual HVAC controls. The 2024 looks okay but is soooo similar, the most changes by model seem to be in the Impreza.

[dougmanck]

Love the Startex seats in my 2022 Sport, not interested in the cloth seats.

[dgrGR]

North America's favorite car review couple.

[pamc]

I'm just under 5'3" so I don't mind the lack of seat adjustments. A large screen could be a distraction. I never look at texts while driving. What I really dont care for is 2 tone seat colors. My '15 has biege softex that still looks great. In fact I still love it.

[tiggerlou]

Dealership network is terrible, even in Calgary there’s only 2 dealers. Getting scheduled service is not as simple as others.

[bobw]

The only thing that stops us from getting one is the overheating CVT, it does very poorly on step hills and deep snow .
Put a transmission in it and we will order one

[herbertwedermanjr]

Although I’m not in the market for a Subaru, I have to admit this looks much better than some of their quirky designs. Seems to be priced well. I think they still have niche market. Great smaller vehicle for people that like to get out into the countryside.

[doziershaw]

The screen oriented up and down like a current gen Prius is overkill and dominates the dash. Seems out of place in a outdoorsy vehicle of that size.