The third generation of the popular Crosstrek has arrived. While styling has not radically changed, the chassis is 10-percent stiffer and the upgraded suspension is ideally suited for Canadian roads. The plug-in hybrid variant is no more. Engine selection includes naturally aspirated 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre units producing 152 horsepower and 182 horsepower, respectively. The manual transmission has been eliminated, too, leaving drivers with a CVT exclusively. Don’t miss the rugged new Wilderness model.
Pros
- Suspensions well adapted to our roads
- Efficient all-wheel drive
- Improved soundproofing
- Large touch screen
Cons
- Higher price range
- No more manual gearbox
- Abandonment of the plug-in hybrid variant