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2026 Subaru Crosstrek

Base AWD

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Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter315.0 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter284.5 mm
Rear brake typeventilated disc
Parking brake typeelectronic

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 1st row54.7 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 2nd row19.9 cu-ft
Total interior volume100.5 cu-ft

Connected Services

Connected services brandMySubaru Connected Services

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance8.7 in
Overall height62.8 in
Overall length176.4 in
Overall width70.9 in
Wheelbase105.1 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement2498 cc
Fuel injection systemgdi mpi
Engine type (full description)2.5L 4-cyl. horizontally opposed BOXER
Valve configurationDOHC

Engine Output

Horsepower180 hp
Torque178 lb-ft

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane87
Fuel tank capacity16.6 gal

Headroom

Front headroom39.8 in
Second-row headroom38 in

Legroom

Front legroom42.9 in
Second-row legroom36.5 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$26,995

Seating

Passenger seating capacity5

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room56.8 in
Second-row shoulder room55.3 in

Steering

Steering typeElectric Power Assisted rack-and-pinion (dual-pinion)
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)35.4 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeMacPherson struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, dampers, stabilizer bar
Rear suspension typeDouble wishbone, coil springs, dampers, stabilizer bar

Tires

Tire size225/60R17 99H

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.7
Transmission typecvt

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3296 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3296 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter17 in
Wheel materialalloy
Wheel width7 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety21 std · 0 opt

  • Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control
  • EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology: Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management
  • EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology includes Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering; Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management; Lane Departure Warning, and Lane Keep Assist
  • Front seat side pelvis/torso airbags
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Keep Assist

Infotainment6 std · 0 opt

  • 3-spoke steering wheel with audio, voice and vehicle control switches
  • 4-speaker audio system
  • Dual 7-inch SUBARU Multimedia system with AM/FM stereo; Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio streaming; multi-touch gesture control; rear-vision camera display; SiriusXM All-Access Radio and SiriusXM® with 360L and Travel Link (4-months free); HD Radio®; wired smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™ connectivity
  • Lineartronic® CVT, including steering wheel paddle-shift control switches and 8-speed manual shift mode
  • Over-the-air updates
  • USB-A input/charge port and 3.5 mm auxiliary input jack in front center console

Convenience1 std · 0 opt

  • Keyless Access with Push-Button Start

Climate1 std · 0 opt

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control system with air filtration, voice control and occupant sensors for focused air control

Seating2 std · 0 opt

  • 60/40 split fold down rear seatback
  • Cloth upholstery

Interior4 std · 0 opt

  • 4.2-inch combination meter display
  • Black carbon texture interior trim
  • Tilt/telescoping adjustable steering column
  • Carpeted floor mats

Exterior10 std · 0 opt

  • 17-inch alloy wheels, dark gray
  • 225/60 R17 all-season tires
  • Active grille shutters
  • Crossbar mounts (fixed position)
  • Dark-tint privacy glass
  • Door handles are unpainted black

Powertrain5 std · 0 opt

  • Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
  • Active Torque Vectoring
  • Auto Stop-Start system fuel-saving technology
  • Subaru SI-DRIVE driver-selectable powertrain management system with Intelligent and Sport modes
  • X-MODE® Dual-Mode System with Hill Descent Control

Chassis1 std · 0 opt

  • Dual-Pinion Electric Power Steering

Cargo1 std · 0 opt

  • Cargo tie-down hooks and grocery bag hooks

Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.

Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Crosstrek. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the Base

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Base?

The manufacturer lists $26,995 for the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Base. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.