Used 2017 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i PZEV SUV Review
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Read what other owners think about the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i PZEV SUV.
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2017 Crosstrek Poor Paint
Lisa, Lawrenceburg, KY, 12/13/2019
2017 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
I bought my Crosstrek Brand New in 2017, it is a great car with all the bells and whistles I thought I would possibly want for the next ten years. I bought his model for the sportiness of it and its handling. The only down side to the car is the paint is very easy to chip on the hood.
I have a multitude of chips on the hood so I took it to the dealership to find out about the warranty on … the paint. I was parked in the garage in front of an older model Crosstrek that had severe Hail damage dents were all over that hood, But not one single paint chip. I thought sure I had a valid case then., This years Paint is terrible. But no I just got off the call from the dealer that said he exhausted his attempts to get it covered.... I dont really believe he tried as the last time I called he said his warranty person had not been in..... anyway SUBARU you really need to step up and cover this terrible paint job. Its only been two years with all this chipped paint there is something wrong on your end.
Crosstrek converted us from a Toyota Family
M.Meeker, Seattle, WA, 06/12/2018
2017 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
After 20+ years of owning only Toyota's - 3 Corrollas, 1 Sienna, Pickups, 1 Lexus - the Crosstrek broke our trend. We tried 4 different Toyota, Honda and Kia models while shopping for this car and felt for the cost, that the Subaru gave us everything we wanted with better visibility and a little more sportiness in a smaller SUV style. We needed a 4 door vehicle with ease of … transporting elderly persons. Getting into and out of the backseat in some models requires maneuvering over the back wheel. The Subaru has an even level entry and exit with few obstacles. We also needed an occasional opportunity to fold down seats and haul materials. The front seats need to be moved forward to accommodate the head rest. That could work more smoothly but is the only negative I've hit so far. The paddle shifting appeals to the younger driver in our family and the overall size is easy to park. Works for the specs we set out to meet with car purchase.
All Ok now
Hal Taylor, Hollywood, FL, 09/28/2017
2017 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i PZEV 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
I had chronic starting problems with my 2017 Crosstrek that couldn't be solved until one day with a service tech I attempted to start the engine and couldn't; he pointed out that I was giving the vehicle gas while trying to start it and that this is what was interfering with the starting. I had always started my cars in the same way but had to learn not to touch the gas pedal when … turning the key. Since then, all has thankfully been fine. I have two complaints about this vehicle; one is that the ride is very bumpy and the other is the Bluetooth. The Bluetooth in this vehicle often doesn't understand basic commands and goes into a lengthy explanation of what you can say. It also requires several steps to make a call with voice commands. The best feature is that you can turn this vehicle around on a dime; it's very easy to do u-turns in places where normally there would not be enough space to make it without a three point turn.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i PZEV SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:All-wheel drive and tall profile combine for strong off-road ability
- Pro:Offers adult-sized front and rear legroom and headroom
- Pro:Achieves good fuel economy for a rugged all-wheel-drive car
- Pro:Big hatchback utility means room for loads of lifestyle gear
- Con:Underperforming engine makes Crosstrek one of slowest in class
- Con:CVT exacerbates the engine's droning sounds
- Con:Infotainment interface isn't as user-friendly as many competitors'
Which Crosstrek does Edmunds recommend?
If you can handle a manual transmission, get a 2.0i Premium and add the EyeSight safety system and upgraded touchscreen infotainment package. This saves you from the disappointing continuously variable transmission (CVT) experience but still brings niceties such as heated front seats and infotainment voice controls. Even with the CVT, though, we feel the Premium gives you the most flexibility for getting the features you want. You might want to spring for the optional speaker upgrade, too, because we've found the base systems to be underwhelming.
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 Subaru Crosstrek SUV
byDan Frio
Reviews Editor
Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show). As a contributor to Edmunds, he now likes to keep the volume low and the speed limit legal, providing expert car-shopping advice to drivers looking for the perfect match.
Driving
3.0The Crosstrek is a sure-footed machine with coordinated steering, handling and brakes. It's quite capable in snow and on dirt roads, too. But the engine isn't powerful, and the continuously variable transmission's tendency to keep it revving high only underscores that fact.
Comfort
3.0The Crosstrek is comfortable enough in many respects. It delivers a smoother ride than its high stance suggests, and its seats are reasonably accommodating. But this is not a particularly quiet car, with abundant powertrain noise when accelerating and wind and road noise while cruising.
Interior
3.5The Crosstrek offers a decent amount of head- and legroom front and rear. The cockpit is adjustable enough for the driver to settle into a comfortable position that gives a good view of the outside, but some controls are easier to use than others.
Utility
3.0The Crosstrek's utility is solid but stacks up differently depending how you compare it. It can tote more than similarly priced subcompact crossover rivals such as the Jeep Renegade and Mazda CX-3, but it lags behind pricier compact crossover SUVs including the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5.
Technology
3.0The Crosstrek's smartphone convenience features make it look reasonably competitive on paper. But in reality it's missing some of the latest tech and what it does have feels a generation old. The opposite is true of the optional EyeSight driver aid suite, which works quite well.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2017 Subaru Crosstrek in Ohio is:
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