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Much better but still needs a bit more.
SC, 01/29/2018
2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
40 of 43 people found this review helpful
I went from 2015 Crosstrek CVT to the 2018 Premium CVT. I went to the Premium as I liked the cloth interior and wheel style better than on the Limited. Overall the car feels much better. Rides better. Much quieter and better breaks. Interior finish is also superior to the prior series. Basic stereo is also much better sound quality and Apple Car Play is HUGE! Still needs a bit more horsepower. The added torque is a plus but it could really use another 10-20 ponies. Now from going to the Limited to the Premium - you suffer in the digital readouts. The ODO and MPH gauges are red which is very cool but then they stick this super bland rudimentary and hard to read bright white gas gauge in the middle. Sorry, they whiffed on that basic readout and design. At night, the brightness and the style does not complement the other round gauges and I find this distracting. Stereo - I'll need to take it in as I get a lot of static when listening to regular radio. The biggest issue - major oversteer/understeer balance. Handling feel is nice but the oversteer/understeer balance was much better in the prior car. I know the car is now on the same platform of the BRZ which helps the feel and I am going to talk to the dealer about it. I'm sure nothing will come of it but worth a shot. I most likely will keep this for the long haul and will address the handling. Bottom line - overall I do like this series better than the other. It's a comfortable car to drive and its a beast in the snow. I just may be a bit pickier than most?
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Happy with my 2018 Crosstrek
Crosstrek Owner, 09/10/2017
updated 03/12/2018
2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
56 of 61 people found this review helpful
Though I was happy with my 2006 Subaru Outback, I didn't want to buy another one for a couple of reasons. One was cost and the other was that I thought the newer models were getting too big for me. I began researching the other Subaru models and I came across the 2018 Crosstrek. It looked like it ticked all my boxes, and its weaknesses weren't ones that would bother me much. However, I knew I had look at it in person and test drive it to make sure I could live with a step down from my previous model. I was relieved and surprised to see that the actual car met my needs even better than it had on paper. I've had my Crosstrek for a month, and I love all the new features and the comfort it provides me. So far, I'm very pleased with the car and I think I made a good choice. More than six months later, I'm very happy with my Crosstrek. It was a great choice for me.
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2018 Subaru crosstrek
Christopher Bernhard, 06/09/2018
2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
Shop around, most Subaru dealers don't want to take money off the vehicle,I purchased a 2018 Subaru crosstrek limited, with eyesight and all the other big safety options, stickered the car for 31,972, wound up paying 28,643, so shop around and you can get a deal on a great safe car
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Back to a Subaru
Love, Its what makes a Subaru, a Subaru, 10/12/2017
2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
54 of 59 people found this review helpful
I waited for the 2nd generation 2018 Subaru Crosstrek to test against my list of competition including the: Lexus NX, Volkswagen Alltrack, Ford Escape, Honda Cr-V, Nissan Rogue and Toyota Rav4 & Tacoma. The Crosstrek has the best ride, it's lightweight, fun to drive, tight in the corners yet compliant over rough roads. Subaru's legendary AWD system and good ground clearance enable the Crosstrek to get off the beaten path, with the fuel range, and dependablity to get back to civilization without a toolbox, it even has M+S rated tires. Driving range is 450 - 500 miles with the 16.6 gallon fuel tank, important on cross country road trips and less wasted time at the pump. Additionally, light duty towing options and easy to install available 2" hitches for a bike carrier or platform rack, standard roof rails for boards, kayaks and cargo boxes. The Crosstrek is the right size for me, not too big, not too small, easy to park and fun to drive. Bottom line, it's a well designed, great all around vehicle, fun to drive, comfortable interior, good fuel economy, dependable, high quality build, high resale value, low maintenance, low ownership costs, in an unostentatious package.
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New Global Platform a Huge Improvement Over '17
Ryan, 06/06/2018
2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
We have purchased three Subaru's in 3 years. I will use this review to compare this to the previous iteration of the Crosstrek for those who may be thinking about buying used. I'll also review the rare 6 speed manual. We custom-ordered our Crosstrek because it was difficult to find the color and option set we were looking for. We ordered a 2018 Premium Cool Gray Khaki with Manual 6 Speed. I have to start by saying that the new platform for 2018 feels much more solid going into corners & bumps. Where the 2016 we bought, and even our 2017 Outback take corners and bumps with less grace and a general harshness, the new 2018 Crosstrek absorbs bumps well, and leans into corners giving added confidence in mountain driving and curvy highways and roads. The last gen felt top heavy in cornering. Additionally, the 2018 Crosstrek fits three child seats across as well or better than our 2017 Outback. Our last-gen Crosstrek could NOT fit our three carseats across (in fact the doors wouldn't even shut with three across), nor did it have as much rear legroom. They have done a good job growing this car slightly, without making it feel larger to the driver. It's hard to explain, but from the shutting of a door, popping of the hatch, to the chime or the orange stitching on the seats, this still very much FEELS like the old crosstrek and honors the gen-one design. But when it comes to road manners and passenger comfort, everything is improved. The engine is still underpowered, and that will have to be a consideration for anyone looking at this car. I really think it will be the Achilles heal of this car if not soon addressed and as other car companies start to build cars targeting the Subaru demo. But, I manage to get buy with the power, even if sometimes awkwardly. I opted for the 6-speed manual this time after owning the CVT last time and can tell you that the CVT FEELS faster. I think this is because the CVT does a better job keeping the car in the optimum torque band. I just enjoy sticks, so I went that route this time. The 6 speed is a big improvement over a gen-one manual I test drove. Having that 6th gear would make me choose the Crosstrek over the 5-speed Imprezza. Moving to the tech for a minute, the new head unit is a dream! The apple carplay and android auto makes easy use of google maps and spotify on the road, and allows you to easily text by voice or change songs or google map directions using a button on the steering wheel. The crosstrek averages about 22-27 city and 28-33 highway, so those advertised numbers are spot on. I haven't used the new Subaru in the snow yet, but if its anything like our 2016 and 2017 I'm sure it will be best-in-class. I would also recommend looking at the Forrester if you want a bit more room and power. The crosstrek will be perfect if you are coming from a small car, Jeep or hatchback.
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