2017 Subaru Crosstrek Features and Options – Video

 

For 2013, Subaru introduced the first Crosstrek–an Impreza-based compact crossover with more ground clearance, off-road capability, standard equipment, and a tougher appearance than the Impreza. Subaru typically builds its high volume models on a five-year product cycle, and the 2017 Crosstrek will be the fifth and final year of this generation, when engineers are busy designing an all-new model rather than making changes to the previous one.

 

 

Subaru made some pretty significant changes to last year’s model during the fourth-year refresh on the 2016 model. This fourth-year refresh is also humorously known as the BMC or “big minor change.” Changes during this mid-cycle update included a new front end, modest interior changes, and new wheels. These changes will carry the car through until an all-new Crosstrek appears as a 2018 model on a new platform. If you want a sneak peak at the 2018 Crosstrek, check out the 2017 Impreza. The all-new Impreza precedes the Crosstrek by a year so you can get a preview of the Crosstrek because they share most components. Or you can see a few concept pictures of the 2018 Crosstrek.
Subaru did make some changes to the 2017 model line-up. They discontinued Hybrid models, and added a new Premium Special Edition which adds additional equipment and style to the standard Premium. Available exclusively with Pure Red or Crystal Black Silica exterior with black badging, the SE wears 5-spoke, dark gray aluminum-alloy 17″ wheels. A distinctive interior features gloss black cabin trim appointments and red stitching on the cloth upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel, shifter and door trim. The red theme repeats for the illuminated front foot wells with aluminum-alloy pedal cover and driver footrest. Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, Blind Spot Detection / Rear Cross Traffic Alert and SiriusXM® All Access Radio (subscription required) come standard on the Special Edition.