Subaru introduced the Crosstrek Hybrid in 2014. Since then, it has become the only plug-in hybrid (PHEV) in its class, but not for long. The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid arrives in mid-2022 to spoil the Crosstrek?s longstanding dominance, but it?s typically a roadgoing crossover with virtually zero off-roading genes. On the other hand, the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid remains capable both on and off-road.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: What?s New"

The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is returning virtually unchanged from last year?s model. It still has 8.7 inches of ground clearance and a symmetrical all-wheel drivetrain with Subaru?s X-Mode and hill descent control. Powering the Crosstrek Hybrid is a 2.0-liter Boxer four-cylinder gasoline engine, two electric motors, a dinky 8.8 kWh battery pack, and a CVT automatic (continuously variable transmission).
With a combined output of 148 horsepower, the Crosstrek Hybrid feels more snappy from a standing start than its gas-only brethren. However, it?s mainly due to the immediate burst of all-electric torque. The hybrid reaches zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds, while the non-hybrid takes 7.8 seconds. At the same time, the added weight and complexity of the hybrid system has given it portlier handling and lesser cargo space. Still, those are bearable consequences given the Crosstrek Hybrid?s stellar fuel economy.

2022 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid. Photo: Subaru of America, Inc.

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