Subaru Crosstrek first generation

The Subaru Crosstrek first generation (2012–2017): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 43 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: GP
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,450 mm RDW | 4,450 mm TC | 4,450 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm RDW | 1,780 mm TC | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,570–1,620 mm RDW | 1,620 mm TC | 1,570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm RDW | 2,630 mm TC | 2,635 mm |
| Front track | 1,525 mm ASTRA | 1,530 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,525 mm ASTRA | 1,530 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,325–1,365 kg RDW | 1,410–1,595 kg TC | 1,408–1,690 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,425–1,465 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,940 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200–1,600 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 650 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 48–63 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 175–187 km/h RDW | – | 175–194 km/h |
| Torque | 150 Nm ASTRA | – | 66–194 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/55R17, 215/55R17, 225/55R18
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2014–2017: ★★★★★
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4–5 years | 91.7% (89.1–93.7) | 91.0% | 564 |
| 6–8 years | 88.0% (87.0–88.9) | 86.4% | 4,922 |
| 9–12 years | 79.2% (78.0–80.4) | 77.9% | 4,741 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 27.9% | 19.1% |
| Brakes | 24.0% | 23.6% |
| Tyres | 21.5% | 29.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 12.1% | 12.4% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 6.2% | 7.4% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 4.1% | 5.0% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
565 complaints for model years 2012–2017. 33 crashes · 12 fires · 18 injuries
- Electrical system 113
- Engine 106
- Transmission and drivetrain 102
- Brakes 42
- Steering 37
- Visibility and wipers 31
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 43 versions of the Subaru Crosstrek first generation
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European Union 20 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2018 | 2.0 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Diesel | 141–146 g/km | 1,926 |
| 2012–2017 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | 152–156 g/km | 31,955 |
| 2012–2017 | 2.0 L | 108 kW (147 PS) | Diesel | 141–146 g/km | 24,692 |
| 2012–2017 | 1.6 L | 84 kW (114 PS) | Petrol | 147–149 g/km | 16,240 |
| 2017 | 2.0 L | 108 kW (147 PS) | Other fuel | 142 g/km | 1,940 |
| 2017 | 2.0 L | 115 kW (156 PS) | Petrol | 155 g/km | 1,048 |
| 2017 | 2.0 L | 165 kW (224 PS) | Petrol | 153 g/km | 668 |
| 2014–2017 | 1.6 L | 84 kW (114 PS) | LPG | 139–149 g/km | 1,316 |
| 2017 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Other fuel | 154 g/km | 236 |
| 2012–2017 | 2.0 L | – | Petrol | 151–153 g/km | 832 |
| 2017 | 2.0 L | 173 kW (235 PS) | Petrol | 155 g/km | 82 |
| 2017 | 2.0 L | – | LPG | 151 g/km | 14 |
| 2014–2016 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | LPG | 141–155 g/km | 508 |
| 2016 | 2.0 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Diesel | 152 g/km | 10 |
| 2014 | 2.0 L | 108 kW (147 PS) | Petrol | 146 g/km | 130 |
| 2012–2014 | – | – | Petrol | 146–153 g/km | 268 |
| 2013 | 2.0 L | – | Other fuel | 148 g/km | 490 |
| 2013 | 2.0 L | – | Other fuel | 154 g/km | 372 |
| 2013 | 1.6 L | – | Other fuel | 151 g/km | 156 |
| 2012–2013 | – | – | Diesel | 146 g/km | 50 |
United Kingdom 12 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–20182.0i All Trim Levels | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.0 L/100 km NEDC | 160 g/km |
| 2015–20182.0i Lineartronic All Trim Levels | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 6.5 L/100 km NEDC | 151 g/km |
| 2012–20182.0D All Trim Levels | 2.0 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.4–5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 141–146 g/km |
| 2012–20152.0 All Trim Levels | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
| 2012–20152.0 All Trim Levels | 2.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 160 g/km |
| 2013–20141.6 All Trim Levels | 1.6 L | Petrol | Automatic | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 146 g/km |
| 2013–20141.6 All Trim Levels | 1.6 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.5 L/100 km NEDC | 151 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 All Trim Levels | 2.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0 All Trim Levels | 2.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 160 g/km |
| 2013–20142.0D All Trim Levels | 2.0 L | Diesel | Manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 146 g/km |
| 20121.6 All Trim Levels | 1.6 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 146 g/km |
| 20121.6 All Trim Levels | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.5 L/100 km NEDC | 151 g/km |
France 6 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2015XV 1.6L | – | 84 kW (114 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.5 L/100 km NEDC | 151 g/km |
| 2012–2015XV 2.0D Confort / Club | – | 108 kW (147 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 146 g/km |
| 2014–2015XV 2.0L BVM | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 160 g/km |
| 2014–2015XV 2.0L CVT | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
| 2012–2013XV 2.0L Essence BVM · XV 2.0L BVM | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 160 g/km |
| 2012–2013XV 2.0L Essence CVT · XV 2.0L CVT | – | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2017 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | All-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 216–217 g/km |
| 2013–2017 | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 193–199 g/km |
| 2014–2016 | 2.0 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | All-wheel drive | 30–31 MPG (7.6–7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 178–182 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2017Sport utility vehicle: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 7.5–8.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 173–196 g/km |
| 2013–2017Sport utility vehicle: Small | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.1–9.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 209–216 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





