Subaru has announced the updates to the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, with the biggest update being the addition of a new 2.5-liter 182 horsepower engine that’s standard on the Sport and Limited trim levels.
The 2021 Crosstrek also gets redesigned wheels and a restyled front fascia with a new bumper and grille. The Eyesight Driver Assist tech also now comes standard with adaptive cruise control and lane centering on CVT equipped models.
The base and Premium trim levels are powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder Boxer engine with 152 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque that can be mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or CVT. The CVT models are rated at 28 city / 33 highway / 30 combined MPG. The 6-speed manual models are rated at 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined MPG.
The Sport and Limited trim levels are the sportier versions with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder Boxer engine that packs 182 hp and 176 lb-ft. The larger engine is only available with a CVT. It’s also rated at 27 city / 34 highway / 29 combined MPG.
The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek starts at $23,295, including the destination fees. The new Crosstrek Sport starts at $27,545 and the Limited starts at $29,045.