Performance
Under the hood, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek is powered by a 2.5-liter H-4 engine that delivers 180 horsepower. This engine features horizontally opposed cylinders, electronic throttle control, auto start-stop technology, direct injection, and runs on regular unleaded gasoline. The Subaru Crosstrek comes standard with a Lineartronic CVT transmission, which includes a straight-type shift lever with shift position indicator, steering wheel paddle shifters, 8-speed manual shift mode, a lock-up torque converter, X-Mode with settings for snow/dirt and deep snow/mud, hill descent control, and incline start assist.
With its full-time all-wheel drive system, the Subaru Crosstrek provides confident traction and handling whether you're cruising through Atlanta or getting off the beaten path in the countryside. The compact SUV rides on a fully independent suspension, with a MacPherson strut front suspension and double wishbone rear suspension, both with stabilizer bars. This setup, along with the vehicle's 8.7 inches of ground clearance, enables the Subaru Crosstrek to tackle rough roads and light off-road trails with ease.