I own a 2023 Crosstrek Limited, which has the same chassis, 2.5L engine, and TR580 CVT as this 2024. They are fantastic vehicles. I personally prefer the previous generation for a variety of reasons (physical knobs & buttons for HVAC is a big one), but you can't go wrong with the '24 either. When you closely compare the Crosstrek to each of its class competitors, it becomes very clear why they dominate the subcompact SUV segment. The CVT is actually very good for daily driving duties. It works quietly and smoothly in the background, and returns outstanding fuel mileage. I got 38mpg on a trip to the mountains this past weekend. That's extremely good for an AWD vehicle with this much tech.

Got my '24 in December last year, love it! Drove from Cranbrook to Calgary (just over 4hrs) in -35 Celsius and I was oh so comfy. Beats my '99 Taco lol. Testing the off-road capabilities this weekend, hopefully the tires hold up I'm off to a bush hike!

I have a 22 Sport, and I dealt with 600+inches of snow this past winter and I had no issues getting around. Some days were dicey when the road to work wasnt plowed, but never got stuck. Love the clearance and the subbie awd

Good review. You actually show the outside well from all angles. Also good internal camera shots as well and good explanations.

I just got a 24 sport in December and it’s amazing.

The black portion below the back bumper is a aerodynamic diffuser purported to break up air flow for better a aerodynamics.

I love it when the roof rack is low and easy to load. HVAC controls are a pain especially when you take your eyes off the road. Classic buttons would be safer.

I've been driving a 2017 Forester XT this week to work. It's definitely a fun ride. I have an 02 WRX Wagon and the Forester is a slightly more refined version. If they offered a turbo in the Crosstrek or the Impreza wagon again I would be there tomorrow.

I traded in my 2018 Crosstrek Limited for a 24 Crosstrek Limited. I found that everything about this car is improved: ride, comfort, acceleration, handling, and sound system. The extra power is great, but I think Subaru tuned the engine to not allow full throttle at lower RPMs. Regardless of mode (S or I) the car is sluggish off the line, but at some point, usually around 4,500 RPM the torque comes on like Honda VTEC. It seems artificial to me and I suspect Subaru tuned it this way to maximize gas mileage. I wish there was a chip to allow maximum torque at all RPMs. I bet this car is capable of 7.5 second 0-60!

I'mma tell you why people buy this vehicle is because it doesn't break down and two because of the fact that is everything that you need and everything that you don't it is one of the best compact I'm sorry subcompact SUV that you can buy.

The comments about the kombucha and Whole Foods - seeing those Burkes, guessing he's talking about himself?? 😂😂😂

The Crosstrek is the mini-me of the Outback!

Great review, and I can’t wait! BTW, nice “pup.” 😜

Not to call you out but official Subaru website claims the engine is actually built in Japan, the body is assembled in Indiana, to save costs. ( *that is for 2.5 L Boxer* )

I have a 19 premium. Doesn’t have all that crap like eyesight, the center control stack, has push button HVAC and the 2.0…released the 2.5 the next year. I’m very happy w my car, paid it off, only 28k. The engine did have to be pulled because of an oil leak. I suggest getting the Subaru extended warranty. Subaru used to be quirky but they’ve perfected AWD like Toyota has perfected the hybrid. Can’t go wrong with any Subaru.

The hood is light because it's aluminum, not because it's made in the USA. The Canadian Japanese made CrossTrek's also has aluminum hoods. And If you were counting the gears during your 0-60, you must have been using the paddle shifters? If so, you shouldn't have and just let in full automatic.

When you did the 0 to 60, it sounded like you left it in (I) mode instead of putting it into (S) sport mode, definitely is more responsive, and faster in the right mode.

Wait! The Subaru brz is not Awd

Did I miss the hill climb portion?

How is the passing power with the 2.5L?

No oil cooler on this model, only the Wilderness gets the engine oil cooler.

Still no rear ac vents!!

Excellent review guys. Love this new gen Cross Trek...Fox "news" app on your phone was a little cringy though.

Buen video, creo lo logico son los hibridos. Los full electric es una venta de espejitos e ilusiones. No hay nada como manejar un buen auto de gasolina pero la gasolina cada vez mas cara. Los hibridos es el camino a seguir y ahi Toyota y Honda la llevan de ganar por su fiabilidad y experiencia, seguro iran mejorando no en valde Toyota, Mazda y Subaru se aliaron para nuevos motores a gasolina hibridos y de combustibles alternativos. Los electricos jalan durisimo y se ven bonitos y si ahorras en electricidad en vez de gasolina pero suelen fallar mas, mas delicados, no sirven para viajes largos, no hay redes de carga desarrolladas, no hay legislaciones para el desecho/reciclaje de las baterias y contaminan mas desde su produccion. No en valde Toyota que es el lider que marcara la pauta se va por hibridos y combustibles alternativos. Ahi esta la F1 e Indycar con tecnologia hibrida.

I think the cabin is so small for grown up men, esp in the rear seats, there isn't any head room at all for a 5' 10" guy.

22 miles per gallon as a daily city driver. Ooof 😮I’m out.

Brake torquing is the most useless measure of speed, and all ya amateur copycat KZfaq car reviewers use it, followed by the words "okay, it's not gonna win any drag races, but that's not what this car is all about". AS IF any car on a public road is.

the dog and how many ticks came with the car????

I wish they would copy Nissans zero gravity seats 💺. The Nissan zero gravity seats give you No back pain at all and you can sleep in them comfortably with no back pain.