Subaru Crosstrek — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have Subaru Crosstrek specifications on file for 14 model years, 2013–2026, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 30 to 36 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 11 of the 11 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20262.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline35–431915★08
20252L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline351865★044
20242L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline351865★2119
20232L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–421855★034
20222L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–361855★031
20212L 4-cyl / 2.5L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–421855★2116
20202L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–421855★069
20192L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–421875★7284
20182L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–351875★5195
20172L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–351935★197
20162L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–371935★1132
20152L 4-cylRegular Gasoline31–37193———
20142L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–36199———
20132L 4-cylRegular Gasoline30–34199—126

Best and Worst Subaru Crosstrek Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 8 Subaru Crosstrek model years from 2013 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 106 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2013 — 26 complaints, 1 recall campaign
  • 2022 — 31 complaints, 0 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2020 — 69 complaints, 0 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2019 — 284 complaints, 7 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2018 — 195 complaints, 5 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2016 — 132 complaints, 1 recall campaign, 5★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the Subaru Crosstrek covered on this site?

We have data for 14 model years of the Subaru Crosstrek, from 2013 to 2026.

What engines does the Subaru Crosstrek come with?

EPA data lists: 2L 4-cyl (2013–2025); 2.5L 4-cyl (2021–2026).

Which Subaru Crosstrek year has the best fuel economy?

The 2023 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 36 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the Subaru Crosstrek have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which Subaru Crosstrek model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2019 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (7), and the 2019 has the most owner complaints (284). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2020, 2022–2023 and 2025–2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the Subaru Crosstrek?

The Subaru Crosstrek is classed as an SUV on this site.

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