2016 Subaru Crosstrek vs. 2017 Subaru Crosstrek
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek and 2017 Subaru Crosstrek contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek and the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek.
When comparing the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek's and the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek and 2017 Subaru Crosstrek have the same Based on this comparison of the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek's and the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2016 Subaru Crosstrek ranges from $7,754 to $21,035 while a used 2017 Subaru Crosstrek is priced between $9,999 to $19,998.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek loses 35.8 percent of its value and the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek loses 33.6 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 8.4 out of 10 while the Subaru Crosstrek's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 1 out of 5 Best Hybrid Subcompact SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 17 Best Plug-in Hybrid SUVs (PHEV), the Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 2 and the Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 2 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Subaru Crosstrek is also ranked 4 out of 32 Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs while the Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 4 out of 32 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The Subaru Crosstrek is also ranked 7 out of 39 Best Hybrid SUVs while the Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 7 out of 39 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 8.0 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek base engine makes 148 horsepower. The Crosstrek is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 466 miles. The Crosstrek is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 477 miles.This gives the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek the advantage in maximum range. The Crosstrek uses gasoline, and the Crosstrek uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
26395
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
21695
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
20471
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
17995 - 26100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
14553
Price Range:
7754 - 21035
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
15502
Price Range:
9999 - 19998
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
13164
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
10877 - 15776
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Subaru Crosstrek Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Subaru Crosstrek Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 Subaru Crosstrek
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Subaru Crosstrek
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.1 - 5.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.245
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2229218152709183
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.361484995678636
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.1 - 3.9
Subaru Crosstrek Rankings
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52 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2016 Subaru Crosstrek Trim Levels
Hybrid, Hybrid Touring
2017 Subaru Crosstrek Trim Levels
2.0i Base, 2.0i Limited, 2.0i Premium, 2.0i Special Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
163 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
148 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 34 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
411 / 466 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 477 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Cargo Space:
21.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Cargo Space:
22.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
51.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3451 lbs
Width:
78.2 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
175.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3109 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
175.2 inches
Wheelbase:
103.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Silica
Blue
Quartz Blue Pearl
Green
Jasmine Green Metallic
Silver
Ice Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Silica
Blue
Hyper Blue / Quartz Blue Pearl
Green
Not available
Silver
Ice Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Pearl
Gray
Dark Gray Metallic / Desert Khaki
Red
Venetian Red Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Ivory
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
