New Subaru Crosstrek for Sale nearBuffalo Center, IA

How much does the Subaru Crosstrek cost in today's market?

Used Subaru Crosstrek prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Subaru Crosstrek's current nationwide average price is $22,242, and its lowest point over the past year was $21,996. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Subaru Crosstrek a good car?

Yes — the Subaru Crosstrek is a strong used-car pick if you want a practical small crossover with broad owner appeal and a clear identity. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Crosstrek for its all-wheel-drive confidence, fuel efficiency, and everyday practicality. Comfort, handling, and safety also come up often as recurring strengths, especially for buyers who want a compact vehicle that feels easy to live with.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert coverage are the base engine's modest acceleration, the CVT's noise and droning in some situations, and interior materials that can feel less upscale than the Crosstrek's rugged image suggests.

35.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru Crosstrek models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Crosstrek's solid build quality, practical character, and dependable all-wheel-drive confidence. Across the model years, it also earns praise for comfort, safety, and easy daily use.

• Owners rate the Subaru Crosstrek between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and stay attentive to maintenance.

What should I look for when buying a used Subaru Crosstrek?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: EyeSight safety system with automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.
• Infotainment: 11.6-inch Subaru Starlink touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA estimates 27 mpg in the city, 34 highway, and 29 combined for the 2.0-liter Crosstrek. Upgrade to 2.5 liters, and you can expect 26 city, 33 highway, and 29 combined. Figures fall a bit short in the Crosstrek Wilderness, but not terribly so: 25 city, 29 highway, 27 combined.

Which Subaru Crosstrek trim should I buy?

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek offers these trims:

• Base: The entry trim brings the Crosstrek's core formula, including standard all-wheel drive, 17-inch alloy wheels, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and the rugged look that defines the model.
• Premium: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds the 11.6-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, and standard roof rails.
• Sport: This trim adds the 2.5-liter engine, paddle shifters, standard roof rails, and the larger infotainment setup, making it a strong choice if you want more power and a richer feature set.
• Limited: This trim builds on the Sport with the same 2.5-liter powertrain and adds a more upscale equipment mix, making it a good fit if you want a more fully equipped Crosstrek.
• Wilderness: This is the off-road-focused trim, with 9.3 inches of ground clearance, a ladder-style roof rack, all-weather floormats, StarTex synthetic leather, unique exterior design elements, and a shorter final-drive ratio for tougher terrain and stronger low-speed response.

What Subaru Crosstrek do most buyers choose?

The Subaru Crosstrek years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you the broadest selection of trims, prices, and equipment levels. They also tend to be easier to shop because more inventory usually means more chances to find the right color, mileage, and condition.

What is the Subaru Crosstrek's resale value?

Most Crosstrek model years are down year over year, which is good news if you're shopping used and want to avoid paying peak prices. The declines are fairly consistent across the lineup, with newer years showing some of the larger drops. A few older years are falling more slowly, which suggests they have been holding value better than the rest.

The 2015, 2014, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Subaru Crosstrek safe?

• 2024: 9/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2018: 9/10
• 2016: 8/10

Subaru's EyeSight safety system is standard equipment on the 2024 model, bringing automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.

For the safest used buy, the 2018 and 2024 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Subaru Crosstrek now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −5.27% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −4.45%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $28,297. The Subaru Crosstrek offers standard all-wheel drive, useful ground clearance, and a rugged, practical character that makes it easy to live with year-round.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2.5-liter flat four-cylinder engine that's been available on the Sport and Limited trim returns, delivering 182 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The big infotainment system is standard on all but the Base trim. It includes wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, and a wireless charging pad is available as an option across the lineup, standard on the Sport and Limited trims.
• Safety: New for 2024, EyeSight employs a wider-angle lens to give it a larger view of the road and surroundings ahead, and it also includes automatic emergency steering on cars equipped with blind-spot monitoring.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $26,220 for the Base trim level, including a $1,225 destination fee.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek compare to the 2024 Honda HR-V?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Trims

The Crosstrek lineup offers a range of trims from budget-friendly AWD to adventure-ready options, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $26,417
• Best MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Most Popular: Premium AWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

AWD — "Who It's For"

The AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a reliable vehicle without paying for extra features. It's the most budget-friendly option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $26,417 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 510 listings
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Premium AWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped vehicle without stepping up to the higher trims. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup by a wide margin.

• Avg. market price: $28,442 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 4,173 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sport AWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport AWD is the pick for shoppers who want additional tech features without going for the luxury trims. It balances performance and comfort well.

• Avg. market price: $28,790 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 1,403 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Limited AWD — "Who It's For"

The Limited AWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features and a premium feel without going for the top-tier Wilderness trim.

• Avg. market price: $31,948 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 2,569 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Wilderness AWD — "Who It's For"

The Wilderness AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a rugged vehicle ready for off-road adventures. It offers the most capability in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $33,725 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 29 hwy
• Inventory: 904 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium AWD

With 4,173 active listings, the Premium AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — AWD

At $26,417 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,790 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — AWD

The AWD trim offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 26/33 MPG/MPGe.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 5, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.