2021 Subaru Crosstrek Starts At $23,795 in Canada

The new Outdoor and top-line Limited will get the 2.5-litre engine.
Subaru’s EyeSight driver-assist system gains Lane Centring Assist
All get a new front grille and wheel designs.

The Subaru Crosstrek strikes a perfect balance between an SUV and a compact car and has proven to be highly appreciated by the buying public. Launched for the 2018 model year, the current Crosstrek gets a subtle facelift and a coveted boost in power for 2021.

Despite the mild upgrades, Subaru has not increased the 2021 Crosstrek’s base price. It is still powered by 2.0-litre 4-cylinder Subaru BOXER engine that develops 152 horsepower and 145 lb.-ft. of torque and includes Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system. This engine can be mated to a 6-speed manual or a Lineartronic CVT transmission. Two trims, the Outdoor and Limited, will be equipped with the more potent 2.5-litre direct-injection Subaru BOXER engine that provides 182 horsepower and 176 lb.-ft. of torque.

The Crosstrek has few, or many competitors. Among compact cars with AWD, there’s the Mazda3, and that’s about it. Among subcompact crossovers, we find the Ford Ecosport, the Mazda CX-3, the Honda HR-V, Chevrolet Trailblazer and Trax, Jeep Renegade, Nissan Qashqai, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross and RVR, and that about covers it.

Here’s a look at the five versions of the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Convenience – $23,795

The car still features 17-inch wheels, automatic climate control, a 6.5-inch infotainment display, and more, and the 6-speed manual gearbox.

With the optional CVT, pricing rises to $25,795 as it includes X-Mode and Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology For 2021, the latter has gained Lane Centring Assist.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Touring – $26,195

The Touring benefits from fog lights, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped heated steering wheel, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SUBARU STARLINK Connected Services, and more.

Once more, with the CVT comes EyeSight and it is preiced from $28,195.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Outdoor – $29,995

This trim is all-new for 2021. Along with all the Touring’s equipment, it receives the 2.5-litre Subaru BOXER engine and the CVT. Visually, it differs from the others with its gun metallic coloured front grille accent, exterior mirror caps, badging, fog light cover accents and a shark fin antenna. You’ll also noticed unique and aggressive side cladding, dark grey painted 17-inch wheels, and an optional and unique to the Outdoor Plasma Yellow Pearl exterior colour.

The Outdoor’s interior gets yellow and gun metallic trim accents, yellow stitching and all-weather soft-touch seating surfaces.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport – $28,795

Here, we return to the 2.0-litre and 6-speed manual transmission. It gets a sunroof, power driver’s seat, the heated steering wheel, an 8-inch touchscreen display and more.

With EyeSight and CVT, the price jumps to $31,395

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited – $34,495

The top-line Crosstrek earns the 2.5-litre Subaru BOXER engine and the CVT, and EyeSight. Furthermore, it also gets a proximity key with push-button start, leather seating surfaces, and more.