2016
Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

Starts at:

$26,395

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Available trims

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5dr

Starts at

$26,395

30 City / 34 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

60 month/60,000 miles

Warranty

Gas/Electric H-4

Engine

All Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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5dr Touring

Starts at

$29,995

30 City / 34 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

60 month/60,000 miles

Warranty

Gas/Electric H-4

Engine

All Wheel Drive

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Notable features

Blind spot warning system now available

Based on the Subaru Impreza hatchback

Hybrid model available

Ground clearance of 8.7 inches

All-wheel drive standard

The good & the bad

The good

Higher driving position

Front and rear occupant space

Power from a stop

Simple dashboard design and climate control layout

Forward and rear visibility

The bad

Steep hybrid price premium

Passing power

Road and engine noise on the highway

Rough idle on startup

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Expert 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid review

Our expert's take

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Vehicle Overview

The hybrid version of the Subaru Crosstrek is powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and electric motor that produce 160 horsepower combined.
What’s Special

Updated front-end styling, with exclusive gloss-black grille
Keyless access and push-button start standard
Slight increase in fuel efficiency over gas-only model

Here’s info on the regular Crosstrek:

Subaru’s Crosstrek is the automaker’s smallest crossover offering. Available in gasoline-powered and hybrid models, the Crosstrek has off-road ready looks and seating for up to five people.
New for 2016
The front-end styling has been updated with a new bumper, grille and headlights. A blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert is now available, as are emergency communication services like automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle recovery service, and remote locking and unlocking.
Significant Standard Features

148-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
Five-speed manual transmission
All-wheel drive
6.2-inch touch-screen multimedia system
Bluetooth streaming audio
Backup camera
8.7 inches of ground clearance
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

Continuously variable automatic transmission
Heated front seats and side mirrors
Leather seats
EyeSight collision avoidance system
Keyless access and push-button start
Power moonroof
Navigation system

2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The hybrid version of the Subaru Crosstrek is powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and electric motor that produce 160 horsepower combined.
What’s Special

Updated front-end styling, with exclusive gloss-black grille
Keyless access and push-button start standard
Slight increase in fuel efficiency over gas-only model

Here’s info on the regular Crosstrek:

148-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
Five-speed manual transmission
All-wheel drive
6.2-inch touch-screen multimedia system
Bluetooth streaming audio
Backup camera
8.7 inches of ground clearance
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

Continuously variable automatic transmission
Heated front seats and side mirrors
Leather seats
EyeSight collision avoidance system
Keyless access and push-button start
Power moonroof
Navigation system

Safety review

Based on the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Overall rating: 5/5
Combined side rating front seat: 5/5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 4/5
Overall side crash rating: 5/5
Rollover rating: 4/5
Side barrier rating: 5/5

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 4/5

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

3 years / 36,000 miles

Corrosion

5 years

Powertrain

5 years / 60,000 miles

Battery

8 years / 80,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

5 years / 80,000 miles

Basic

Coverage available for purchase

Dealer certification

152-point inspection

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid?

The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is available in 2 trim levels:

(1 style)
Touring (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid?

The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid offers up to 30 MPG in city driving and 34 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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2016 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid