Why adventure enthusiasts dont want the new subaru crosstrek limited. Cvtequipped cars also feature xmode with hilldescent control. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Some of the reasons i purchased my subaru was the gas milage, the adaptive cruise control, the blindspot warning system on the sideview mirrors, the turning headlights, and last but not least, the overall looks of my vehicle. The crosstrek is a great car for the money with no real competition. Manual vs auto vs dual clutch vs cvt auto expert john cadogan. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2018 subaru crosstrek 2. Learn more about the 2015 mazda 3s performance including information on the engine, fuel economy, transmission, suspension and more. A sixspeed manual transmission comes standard, and a cvt. Other than a vw golf alltrack that costs several thousand dollars more, the ct checks off most of the boxes for me. Well, i cant speak to the 2010 outback auto cvt but i can give my experience thus far with the 6speed manual.
Edmunds also has subaru crosstrek pricing, mpg, specs, pictures, safety. This might be the only case where id prefer the cvt. Subaru lineartronic cvt introduction webinar handout. The new 2016 crosstrek looks differentand its not only due to the loss of two letters on the name badge. The manual cars run a constant 5050 frontrear power split, while cvts automatically vary distribution most efficiently. I always bought the idea i would have more control with a manual, but im finding that it was really just one other thing i had to do that wasnt keeping my. Though they all carry the same badge and moniker, there are actually quite a few different versions of subarus awd system in use today. The 2018 subaru crosstrek is almost the ultimate suv jalopnik.
Does the crosstrek cvt have the paddle shifters, and if so, does anyone use. I took over my wifes 2015 crosstrek she got a new 18 with cvt, and i love it. Not every subaru allwheeldrive system is created equal. But i find manual shifting to be more interesting driving. Used subaru crosstrek with manual transmission for sale on. Why adventure enthusiasts dont want the new subaru. Subaru says the manual transmission is not available on. What i absolutely hate about the 2018 subaru crosstrek, what is it about this compact crossover that drives me crazy. Truedelta subaru xv crosstrek transmission problems. Still thinking about getting a manual crosstrek, but the gas mileage is a bit better for cvt. Honda manual vs cvt general discussion car talk community. When equipped with the 6speed manual, the crosstrek earns an.
The manual gearbox also is restricted to the crosstreks two lower trim levels 2. Im getting ready to place an order for the 2018 crosstrek but am having a hard time deciding whether i want to get the manual or cvt version. Subaru offers a 6speed manual gearbox and a new sport lineartronic cvt in. Visit the official subaru crosstrek page and choose the right model, specs and features you want for your all new 2020 crosstrek. Compare subaru crosstrek vs subaru outback carbuzz. In sum, the 2018 subaru crosstrek is an honest, approachable. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2019 hyundai tucson and 2019 subaru crosstrek. I come from a 2010 subaru wrx so i have mostly driven manual transmission. On the road the most powerful selling point of subaru has always been and remains the allwheel drive system. How does the subaru crosstrek compare to the subaru outback. Still waiting for the hrv, decided to check out another competitor. The epa rates the crosstrek with the cvt considerably higher than the manualtransmission version, with the cvt earning a 4mpg bump in both city and highway tests.
View detailed specs, features and options for the 2018 subaru crosstrek 2. But overall, in our testing, the manual returned 25 mpg to the cvts 23. Subaru painstakingly remakes one of its most appealing vehicles and forgets to add zest to the recipe. Compare honda civic sedan vs honda crv vs subaru crosstrek. With cvt, the crosstrek is eparated at 2733 mpg cityhighway, or 29 mpg combined. With cvt you can get things like led projectors that actually let you see at night. The crosstrek is abysmally slow, and highway merging and passing maneuvers can be difficult. With the cvt, the 2020 subaru crosstrek comes loaded with standard active safety features. Read our full instrumented test of subarus new crosstrek with the manual. Read our full instrumented test of subarus new crosstrek with the manual transmission. The 2018 subaru crosstrek is almost the ultimate suv.
I thought it was natural variability in driving patterns with a manual transmission. Rare photos and remembrances from when i designed co. Check out all the vital info sidebyside from pricing to performance specs. If i want to downshift, i can use the paddle shifters. Ive been digging through the subreddit to see how people felt about the manual vs cvt and have read that the manual tends to be sluggish and not really worth it. A new 6speed manual is standard on base and premium trims, while all. When equipped with the 6speed manual, the crosstrek earns an epaestimated 23 miles per gallon city and 29 mpg highway. Compare the subaru crosstrek headtohead against other on msn autos. While i was initially skeptical about that crosstrek because it was equipped with a cvt, i actually found no fault with it, and by the end of the day i really liked that car. Take the 2017 subaru crosstrek guided tour to see color options, engine specification, safety features, accessory options for the new 2017 crosstrek. Subaru is going to lose customers forcing that garbage cvt onto everyone.
Im trying to understand why the 18 crosstrek equipped with a cvt gets 3mpg more than the same model equipped with a manual transmission. The crosstrek offers the choice of either an exclusive 6speed manual or a lineartronic cvt continuously variable transmission, each designed to work with. The crossover will be available with a manual transmission or optional cvt. Before i say anything else, one thing right off the bat is that a manual transmission will likely have much less operating expenses over 1020 years then the cvt. This is a subaru forum comparing cvt vs manual xmission. Compare the honda civic sedan, honda crv, and subaru crosstrek side by side to see differences in performance, pricing, features and more. The lineartronic cvt is an automatic continuously variable all wheel drive longitudinal. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. Models equipped with the cvt automatic use a more advanced electronic system that can vary torque distribution for better traction. Our main reason for chosing cvt is the mpg it offers. To see how frequently subaru xv crosstrek problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.
Subaru gives 2019 crosstrek a few tweaks and a price bump. In edmunds testing, our cvt automaticequipped crosstrek accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in a slow 10. There are 3 shift control modes the driver can select which include automatic, manual and. Used subaru crosstrek with manual transmission for sale. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. For background i own a 2004 saturn ion fairly slow and a 1997 legacy wagon even slower. The exterior has been retooled, giving a new front fascia, grille, bumper, and headlights that project an even more fun, sleek, and assertive look. I always bought the idea i would have more control with a manual, but im finding that it was really just one other thing i had to do that wasnt keeping my eyes open for assholes trying to kill me. My wife and i have been driving manual xmissions for well over million miles. What i absolutely hate about the 2018 subaru crosstrek.