The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek remains unchanged from last year’s model. It’s a high-riding Impreza hatchback with reinforced underpinnings, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and standard all-wheel drive. You can think of the Crosstrek as a smaller Outback with decent off-road capabilities and with just the right sprinkling of ruggedness to take you farther than the usual sandy beaches and grassy outlands.

Fuel Economy & Safety Features

The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek has two engine choices depending on the trim level. The Base and Premium have a 2.0-liter four-cylinder Boxer engine pumping out 152 horsepower, while the Sport and Limited have a more potent 2.5-liter (also a Boxer engine) with 182 horsepower. The Crosstrek Base and Premium are available with a six-speed manual gearbox, while the others have a standard CVT automatic.
The larger 2.5-liter engine with the CVT achieves an EPA-estimated 27/34 city/highway mpg, but the 2.0-liter engine with the CVT is close at 28/33 city/highway. If we have to choose, we’ll take the 2.5-liter Boxer unit with more horsepower any day. Although the six-speed manual would be fun to drive, you will lose gas mileage versus the CVT. Crosstrek models with a manual transmission are rated at 22/29 city/highway.

All 2022 Subaru Crosstrek variants have black-finish alloy wheels, roof rails, black side cladding, and a gloss black roof-mounted rear spoiler. Meanwhile, CVT variants have standard EyeSight Driver Assist Tech...