Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid vs Subaru Legacy
Overview | |
Years produced1990-Present | Years produced2014-2016 |
MSRP$22,895 | MSRP$33,995 |
Listings6377 | Listings1475 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Subaru Legacy delivers a lot of what the typical Subaru customer is looking for, including standard all-wheel drive (AWD)—it's the only vehicle in its class to offer that. It is also fuel-efficient, has comfortable seats, and ranks as one of the safest vehicles on the market today. But, fit-and-finish questions linger, and the EyeSight safety technology can prove annoying, with frequent beeps and chimes. | |
Reviews SummaryThere aren’t many subcompact crossovers on the market with hybrid powertrains. As such, it’s tough to weigh the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek against a field of other options. The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is its primary competition; the Kia Niro Hybrid is exclusively front-wheel drive, and vehicles like the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, Honda CR-V Hybrid, and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid all compete in the larger compact crossover segment. If shoppers want a fuel-efficient and genuinely small crossover with great all-wheel-drive capability, the new Crosstrek Hybrid is the best available choice. Verdict: With its attractive styling, comfortable interior, and tested AWD system, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek delivers a terrific package, even if it’s not as efficient as some larger (and more expensive) competitors. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 | Engine Name2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.1 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City36 |
MPG Highway35 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.1 cu ft | Cargo Space18.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3499 lbs | Curb Weight3677 lbs |
Height59.1 in | Height63.0 in |
Length190.6 in | Length176.4 in |
Width82.0 in | Width79.4 in |
Wheelbase108.3 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1990-Present | 2014-2016 |
MSRP | $22,895 | $33,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Subaru Legacy delivers a lot of what the typical Subaru customer is looking for, including standard all-wheel drive (AWD)—it's the only vehicle in its class to offer that. It is also fuel-efficient, has comfortable seats, and ranks as one of the safest vehicles on the market today. But, fit-and-finish questions linger, and the EyeSight safety technology can prove annoying, with frequent beeps and chimes. | There aren’t many subcompact crossovers on the market with hybrid powertrains. As such, it’s tough to weigh the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek against a field of other options. The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is its primary competition; the Kia Niro Hybrid is exclusively front-wheel drive, and vehicles like the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, Honda CR-V Hybrid, and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid all compete in the larger compact crossover segment. If shoppers want a fuel-efficient and genuinely small crossover with great all-wheel-drive capability, the new Crosstrek Hybrid is the best available choice. Verdict: With its attractive styling, comfortable interior, and tested AWD system, the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek delivers a terrific package, even if it’s not as efficient as some larger (and more expensive) competitors. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.1 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 36 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.1 cu ft | 18.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3499 lbs | 3677 lbs |
Height | 59.1 in | 63.0 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 176.4 in |
Width | 82.0 in | 79.4 in |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 105.1 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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