The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid rolls into town with a new front fascia, upgraded suspension, and only a modest price increase of $200. With regard to the gasoline version of Subaru’s sporty crossover, we appreciate the generous array of standard features and all-wheel drive capability. It’s the same story with the 2021 Crosstrek Hybrid. Buyers will have plenty of features and all-wheel drive capability, although with better fuel economy. 

Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Updates For 2021

Subaru gave the front bumper and fog light trim a slight refresh. Designers also updated the Crosstrek Hybrid’s hexagonal grille with a silver metallic “wing” and blue accents. Chassis engineers had a go at the suspension, re-tuning the coils and dampers for a softer ride and better steering response.
Standard features include power windows with auto-up/auto-down on both driver and passenger sides, power door locks, power side mirrors, LED fog lights, and two USB ports. Other standard niceties include keyless entry, push-button start, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

StarDrive Powertrain

In terms of the powertrain, the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is pretty slick. Subaru uses what they call “StarDrive” technology, or rather a merging of individual components, to create a single hybrid powertrain. For example, Subaru combines the 2.0-liter Boxer engine, Symmetrical all-wheel drive system, and the Lineartronic CVT under the StarDrive...