DecodedCars2025 Subaru Crosstrek
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- Convenience/Touring 4dr SUV, Onyx/Limited 4dr SUV, Wilderness 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 182 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 29 combined · 27 city / 34 hwy
- Length
- 176.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3,285–3,417 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 36 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl) and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 176 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,285 lb (Convenience/Touring 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (27 city / 34 highway), 13% better than the 2025 small SUV average of 25.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,300 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 46 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Crosstrek — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Crosstrek →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ota, Gunma · Lafayette, Indiana
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 Crosstrek configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convenience/Touring 4dr SUV | 176.4 in | 70.9 in | 63 in | 105.1 in | 61 / 61 in | 3,285 lb | 59/41 |
| Onyx/Limited 4dr SUV | 176.4 in | 70.9 in | 63 in | 105.1 in | 61 / 61 in | 3,373 lb | 59/41 |
| Wilderness 4dr SUV | 176.4 in | 71.7 in | 63.8 in | 105.1 in | 61 / 61 in | 3,417 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosstrek AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 34 / 29 | +13% | $2,300 | 300 |
| Crosstrek AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 / 33 / 29 | +13% | $2,300 | 305 |
| Crosstrek Wilderness AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 29 / 27 | +5% | $2,500 | 332 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.4% |
Similar 2025 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Subaru Crosstrek (this car) | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota RAV4 | 39 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2025 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2025 Ford Bronco | 20 MPG | Not rated | 19 |
| 2025 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2025 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2025 Mazda CX-5 | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 Subaru Crosstrek is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Subaru Crosstrek buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Lane Departure › Assist — 7 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Electrical System — 7 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior — 6 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 10,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Crosstrek years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Crosstrek | 29 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Crosstrek | 36 | 176.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 11 |
| 2024 Crosstrek | 29 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 120 |
| 2023 Crosstrek | 35 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 35 |
| 2022 Crosstrek | 30 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 31 |
| 2021 Crosstrek | 35 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 116 |
| 2020 Crosstrek | 35 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 70 |
| 2019 Crosstrek | 35 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 285 |
| 2018 Crosstrek | 29 | 176 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 195 |
| 2017 Crosstrek | 29 | – | ★★★★★ | 1 | 94 |
| 2016 Crosstrek | 31 | – | ★★★★★ | 1 | 132 |
| 2015 Crosstrek | 31 | – | Not rated | 1 | 17 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Subaru. How we calculate this →