Subaru unveiled the 2021 Crosstrek last
month, and now the company has revealed pricing will start at US$ 22,245. Costing
just US$ 100 more than its predecessor, the facelifted Crosstrek features a
redesigned front fascia with a revised grille. The model also adopts new
17-inch alloy wheels with a machine finish.
Moving into the cabin, there’s an
automatic climate control system, power windows / locks and a 6.5-inch
infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The model also has a
tilt / telescoping steering column, keyless entry and faux carbon fiber trim.
The model also gains an upgraded EyeSight system – when equipped with a
continuously variable transmission – that now features advanced adaptive cruise
control with lane centering.
Power is provided by a 2.0-liter
four-cylinder boxer engine that produces 152 hp and 196 Nm of torque. It can be paired to either a six-speed manual or an
optional CVT. Regardless of which gearbox is selected, all Crosstreks feature a
symmetrical all-wheel drive system with active torque vectoring.
Moving up the trim ladder is the Crosstrek
Premium which starts at $23,295. It features an upgraded exterior with fog lights
and body-color side mirrors. The model also has a leather-wrapped steering
wheel, a six-speaker audio system and dual USB inputs. Other highlights include
an upgraded infotainment system, a retractable cargo cover and heated front
seats.
The big news for the 2021 is the Crosstrek
Sport which starts at US$ 26,495 and features a 2.5-liter engine pumping out 182
hp and 238 Nm of torque. While the engine is
connected to exclusively to a continuously variable transmission, the Sport is
the only Crosstrek to have a dual-function X-MODE system with snow/dirt and
deep snow/mud settings.
While that isn’t much to get excited
about, the model has a unique exterior with a gunmetal accents, unique fender
flares and 17-inch “sport-type” wheels with a dark gray finish. The unique
styling continues in the cabin as there’s water-repellant StarTex upholstery
with yellow contrast stitching. There’s also gunmetal and yellow metallic
accents.
The US$ 27,995 Crosstrek Limited uses the
Sport’s powertrain, but is more focused on luxury. As a result, it adopts a
more upscale exterior with LED lighting units, 18-inch alloy wheels and
body-color side mirrors with integrated turn signals. Inside, there’s black or
gray leather with contrast orange stitching. Drivers will also find a six-way
power driver’s seat, an 8-inch infotainment system and a keyless access system.
The model also offers an additional driver assistance systems including high
beam assist, reverse automatic braking, rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot
detection with lane change assist.
The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek will arrive at
dealerships later this summer.
