The all-new 2020 Subaru Crosstrek is now on sale with an affordable price. The new attractive SUV offers plenty of standard equipment and offers great safety ratings.
The exterior design is updated and the new Crosstrek model comes with modern styling. Also, its cabin is spacious thanks to the great arranged two-row/five-seat configuration. The upcoming Crosstrek will be also available with many new techs and plenty of driver assistance features. The hybrid model is also on the offer and this version provides 17 miles on pure electricity.
2020 Subaru Crosstrek Body Design
The exterior design of the new Crosstrek looks very similar to the Subaru Impreza. Also, thanks to the small dimensions, the upcoming 2020 Subaru Crosstrek looks like a smaller hatchback. From the images that we got, the forthcoming SUV will not depart from its predecessor at all. There will be minimal changes and update. However, these small changes will make this SUV look more attractive than before.
On the front, the same design is present. However, thanks to the new fog light system and more additional chrome accents around this SUV looks more sporty. At the rear, there will be minimal redesign. The taillights are almost the same and will use the latest LED lights. Grey Khaki and Sunshine Orange are colors that will be available for the first time with this year model.
2020 Subaru Crosstrek Interior Improvements
The interior of the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek from the images will be refreshed. The new model will get more standard features and more pleasant materials. As before, this SUV will be available with two-row/five-seat configuration and enough cargo space. The cargo area is rated at 20.8 cubic feet. However, this number will be double folding the rear seats to 55.3 cubic feet.
Features like rearview camera, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming, smartphone integration, driver-knee airbag, and a 6.5-inch touch screen are standard. However, there will be so many optional features to choose from. The hybrid model includes the moonroof, nav and Harman Kardon audio, plus a heated steering wheel. Also, safety is great thanks to the adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and forward-collision mitigation. Premium trims will include blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
Powertrain Specs
The new 2020 Subaru Crosstrek will be available with one engine option. Under the hood of this model is the same 2.0-liter engine that under the current one model. However, according to some news, the new model will see some improvements. This model with this engine will be able to deliver 152 horses and 145. The 6-speed manual transmission is connected to this engine.
However, a CVT automatic gearbox is optional and is standard on the Limited trim. The new this year will be an all-wheel-drive system that is standard on all trims. With this engine, the Crosstrek can tow up to 1,500 pounds.
Hybrid Variant
The next engine is the hybrid one. The combines a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with an 8.8-kWh battery and makes 148 horsepower. The full battery needs around five hours to be completely charged if you use a 120-volt household outlet. However, this time can be halved in just two hours with a 240-volt system. Furthermore, with the full battery charge, the hybrid model can travel 17 miles on pure electricity.
2020 Subaru Crosstrek Price and Release Date
The price of the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek will be the same as before. It will start at $23,000 for the base model that is available with a manual gearbox. However, if one chooses the new CVT transmission it must give an additional $1,000. Furthermore, if buyers need more premium feature it can go for Limited trim cost $29,000. The hybrid variant pricing starts at $35,970
The new Subaru Crosstrek is available for purchase. The popular crossover will be the main rival to the models Nissan Kicks, Mazda CX-4 and Jeep Renegade.