6/19/2023 0 Comments Subaru crossover cuv![]() ![]() That may be less than the shockingly spacious HR-V and Nissan Kicks, but it's more than every other subcompact and pretty comparable to various midcompact SUVs. There's 20.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and 55.3 with those seats folded. In the real world, though, there’s plenty of space for four 6-foot-tall passengers and perhaps more so than the official numbers and competitor comparisons would indicate. That would put it above the little Toyota C-HR and between the reasonably sized Jeep Renegade and spacious Honda HR-V. Subaru officially lists front legroom at 43.1 inches and rear legroom at 36.5 inches. It's always confusing to know which of the three possibilities controls what, especially driver assistance functions … or whether it's just a stand-alone button. The latter two displays are operated using buttons on the steering wheel. The main tech annoyance is that various vehicle functions are displayed and controlled through the touchscreen, an instrument panel display and Subaru's distinctive dash top display (below right). Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included. Both are refreshingly simple, painless to use and feature large icons. A 6.5-inch touchscreen comes standard an 8-inch is available on the Sport and Limited (pictured below left). ![]() There are buttons and dials for the radio and climate controls, which we appreciate. Those do a good job of keeping the interior from feeling like an all-black sea of sameness. ![]() It’s not particularly exciting to look at, but the plastics are all high quality pieces and upper-trim models get two-tone seats and, depending on trim level, yellow or orange accents. The interior is comfortable and feels light and airy due to its upright pillars and plenty of glass. What are the Crosstrek interior and in-car technology like? Interior & Technology | Passenger & Cargo Space | Performance & Fuel Economy What it's like to drive | Pricing & Features | Crash Ratings & Safety Features What's new for 2022?Īfter many noteworthy updates and upgrades last year, the Crosstrek is unchanged for 2022. This is a vehicle that knows what it needs to do and does it well. It's also sturdily built with simple controls, and although its handling is bit ponderous, it counters with a comfy ride. It has way more ground clearance and off-road capability than models from either segment (OK, maybe not the Ford Bronco Sport or the Jeep Trailhawks), and its capable all-wheel drive system is standard. Its back seat and cargo area are bigger than those of most subcompact SUVs, and basically match those of larger midcompact models. The Crosstrek is simple, versatile and capable regardless of how much of an SUV it is or isn't. That it competes so well against a growing segment of small SUVs designed from the ground up to be SUVs speaks to this little Subaru's well-rounded design that caters to the outdoor adventure seekers that tend to buy them. SUVs come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, including those that seriously strain the definition of "SUV" or even " crossover." The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is really just an Impreza hatchback with a serious lift, rugged roof rails, body cladding and the option of a burlier 2.5-liter engine. ![]()
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