2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Premium 6-Speed Manual - POV Driving Impressions (Binaural Audio)
MSRP: $22,595
MPG: 23 city / 29 highway
Horsepower: 152 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Towing capacity: 1,500 lbs
Engine: 2.0 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 3,142 lbs
Payload: 1,201 lbs
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The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. If you wear headphones, your mind won't be blown, but it will go, "woah, that's cool."
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Power seems fine for an everyday car. I don't know why people are expecting a WRX experience when they drive these things.
I will always be a manual transmission driver
Everyone sitting here discussing its power, and I'm sitting here appalled at the lack of cup holders in the back seat.
If you're thinking of getting the Crosstrek. GET IT IN MANUAL! The CVT models won't last long sadly. You're lucky if you get over 100k. I'm not saying that to sell you on a manual. My mother and my uncle both had issues with them failing one at 80k and the other at just 44k. Both drive very conservatively. Plus, the manual will have better resale value in the future!
I bought my son this car in the 6MT. And he loves it..... wanted a manual car and I wanted him to be safe in winter here in Canada....... this vehicle ticked all those boxes for me as I’m glad it’s slow for his first car.
If Subaru offered the Forester engine in the Crosstrek, they would have just about the perfect small crossover ( in my opinion ). My wife’s Forester gets excellent mileage, so with the Crosstrek the mpg would be very acceptable plus you’d have a fun ride. I had a 2013, it was just to slow for me.
A solid review
Yay manuals!
TURBO?!?!?!?
Great review and subscribed. Interesting to see that you are right next door in Livonia! The gray sky and 275 landscape was unmistakable. Keep up the great work Topher.
If they stop making a manual transmission, I will stop buying. There is nothing like the feel of a manual transmission. Lots of younger drivers are falling in love with them. Paddle shifters are not the same at all. A manual transmission with three pedals on the floor creates such a unique joy in driving, much more of a connection to the vehicle, and far better better handling and all circumstances. Subaru is awesome for continuing to make it! Subaru, if you ever stop making a manual transmission, I will stop by your product all together.
Most underrated subcompact SUV. If only they'd put the turbo under the hood.
The perfect first car.
I love my Crosstrek! I put a 1.5 subtle solutions lift in it with 15 inch methods. Looks amazing and so fun to drive. Everyone is crying over the power but I haven't been in a situation where I've been like ccoommeee on hurry up! I can pass people just fine on the freeway. You don't need 200+ hp to go adventuring.
Great review. I love my 2019 premium, manual. The same steering ratio as the BRZ is such a wise decision by Subaru. It really helped eliminate the dead center feel compared to my old 2016 crosstrek's vague and wallowy steering feel. It's a good momentum wagon for drivers. Focus on driving and less distractions.
Nice vehicle! I can remember before this body style came out, Subaru was saying there will not be a manual option. Glad they changed their mind.
“It’s a cool little car.” Great way to sum up the Crosstrek. Love my 2023 CT Premium 6MT.
Is it weird I listen to you videos right before bed because your voice legit relaxes me? Wtf is wrong with me lol
Turbo only exists in KZread comment section
These videos are always so soothing to watch. I really love how you go over everything about the car, so keep it up! Also, if you take requests, you should review the 2018 KIA Stinger GT, love those things!