2021 Subaru Crosstrek's New Engine Has An Awesome Surprise

Not long ago we learned the2021 Subaru Crosstrek, one of the Japanese automaker's most popular models, is likely going to receive abigger and more powerful engine. The 2.5-liter boxer four, currently found in theSubaru Outback, Legacy, and Forester, will reportedly be an option for the new model year. Total output will thus increase to 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque - an additional 30 hp and 31 lb-ft of twist compared to the currently standard 2.0-liter unit. There's also the Crosstrek Hybrid's 148 hp and 134 lb-ft which, again, is weak on power but offers the added benefit of excellent fuel economy, rated at 90 MPGe and 35 mpg.

According to the new rating released by the EPA, not only can we officially confirm the 2021 Crosstrek 2.5 but also its fuel economy figures and they're quite impressive.

车辆能够返回27/34/29 mpg city/highway/combined, compared to the Crosstrek 2.0's 28/33/30 mpg rating. Not only are ratings nearly the same, but the 2.5 model will be faster and more fun to drive as well. Also, both of these ratings apply to Crosstreks paired with the CVT transmission, which is optional on the 2.0 model (a six-speed manual is standard). For the 2.5, the CVT appears to be the only transmission choice because the EPA doesn't show figures for a manual option.

Believe it or not, the 2.0 manual's fuel economy drops considerably compared to the CVT, returning 22/29/25 mpg. In other words, if good fuel economy matters to Crosstrek buyers, avoid the manual.