2026 Subaru Crosstrek
2026 Subaru Crosstrek — NHTSA overall rating 5/5.
Trim: Sport
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
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2026 Subaru Crosstrek snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Subaru Crosstrek typically asks about $26,100 versus a $27,800 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek in our refresh, though owners have filed 7 complaints — check the component breakdown below. Versus 2025, watch city mpg (27 mpg → 26 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$26,100
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$27,800
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
7
Top: Unknown Or Other
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
5/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 Crosstrek?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 7 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
7 complaints · 1 crash-related · 1 injuries reported. Top components:
- Unknown Or Other2
- Electrical System1
- Forward Collision Avoidance1
- Lane Departure1
- Seat Belts1
- Steering1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2026 Subaru Crosstrek -- The #1 Subaru for a Reason! (7 Days Later)
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is city mpg (27 mpg → 26 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- City MPG
- 27 mpg↓26 mpg
- Highway MPG
- 34 mpg↓33 mpg
How much does a used 2026 Crosstrek cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $26,100 in typical used asking against a $27,800 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $27,800
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $26,100
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$1,700 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 Crosstrek?
The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact crossover SUV produced by Subaru since 2012. It is a successor to the Outback Sport in the United States and Canada, and the Impreza XV globally. Like the Outback Sport, the Crosstrek is a lifted Impreza hatchback with minor differences, though with a more substantial lift than the Outback Sport. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2026 configuration (2026 SUBARU CROSSTREK SW N/A AWD) include an overall score of 5/5, front crash 5/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 4/5.
- NHTSA overall safety 5/5
- Front crash 5/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 4/5
- EPA combined 29 mpg
- About 176.4 × 70.9 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 182 hp, 29 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
182 hp
Combined MPG
29 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (29 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,448
5-year energy
$7,241
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 29 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.5L Flat-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 176.4 in
- Width
- 70.9 in
- Height
- 63.0 in
- Wheelbase
- 105.1 in
- Curb weight
- 3284.9 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 26
- Highway MPG
- 33
- Combined MPG
- 29
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 5 / 5
- Front crash
- 5 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 4 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2026 SUBARU CROSSTREK SW N/A AWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Sport | Wilderness |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 182 hp | 182 hp |
| Combined MPG | 29 | — |
| Engine | 2.5L Flat-4 | 2.5L Flat-4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182 | — | — | 29 | AWD | |
| 182 | — | — | — | AWD |