Specs and Features on the 2027 Crosstrek

A Compact Subaru: 2027 Crosstrek Review

Some SUVs are built for the daily commute, while others are ready to leave the pavement behind. The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek handles both, combining standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, generous ground clearance, and versatile cargo space in a compact SUV that's equally suited for family outings, busy weekdays, and spontaneous weekend getaways. At Schaller Subaru in Berlin, CT, drivers can explore a vehicle designed to handle Connecticut's changing seasons, family adventures, and everyday responsibilities.

The 2027 Crosstrek lineup includes four gas-powered trims: Base, Premium, Limited, and Wilderness, plus two hybrid options: Sport Hybrid and Limited Hybrid. From the everyday practicality of the Base to the trail-ready capability of the Wilderness, each configuration offers something different. Browse our available inventory online or visit Schaller Subaru to compare trims, explore your options, and schedule a test drive.

Interior: Practical Space for Real Life

The Crosstrek’s cabin prioritizes usable space over unnecessary complexity. Its split-folding rear seat lets you adapt the layout to passengers, luggage, or longer items, while available comfort upgrades make commuting and road trips more inviting.

Interior Dimensions

• Front/rear legroom: 42.9/36.5 inches
• Front/rear headroom: 39.8/38.0 inches; front headroom is 38.7 inches with a moonroof
• Front/rear shoulder room: 56.8/55.3 inches
• Front/rear hip room: 55.1/53.2 inches
• Passenger volume: 100.5 cubic feet, or 99.0 cubic feet with a moonroof
• Gas-model cargo volume: 19.9 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 54.7 cubic feet with it folded
• Wilderness cargo volume: 20.0 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 54.9 cubic feet with it folded

The rear hatch and folding seatbacks let the cabin shift from passenger transportation to a larger loading area. Consider how often you carry rear passengers versus bulky gear when planning your setup.

Interior Highlights

• Base and Premium: Cloth upholstery
• Limited: Leather-trimmed upholstery with orange stitching and a standard 10-way power driver’s seat
• Wilderness: StarTex® upholstery and all-weather floor mats
• Limited and Wilderness: Standard heated front seats and heated steering wheel
• Premium: Available All-Weather Package and power driver’s seat
• Gas trims: Standard dual-zone automatic climate control and 60/40-folding rear seatbacks

Limited favors a more comfort-focused daily drive, while Wilderness pairs its outdoor character with distinctive cabin materials. Heated seating can make cold mornings more pleasant without requiring every shopper to choose the same trim.

Exterior: Compact Proportions, Outdoor Character

Wheel-arch and door cladding give the Crosstrek a purposeful look. Wilderness takes that theme further with copper-finish accents, a matte-black hood decal, and additional underbody protection, creating a visual distinction backed by functional equipment.

Exterior Dimensions

• Overall length: 176.4 inches
• Overall width: 70.9 inches, or 79.4 inches including mirrors
• Overall height: 62.8 inches for Base, 63.0 inches for Premium and Limited, and 63.6 inches for Wilderness
• Wheelbase: 105.1 inches; 104.9 inches for Wilderness
• Ground clearance: 8.7 inches; 9.3 inches for Wilderness
• Approach/departure angles: 18.0/30.1 degrees; 20.0/33.0 degrees for Wilderness

The compact length is useful when navigating parking lots, while ground clearance addresses uneven access roads. Wilderness adds clearance and different approach geometry for shoppers whose routes regularly extend beyond pavement.

Exterior Highlights

• Base and Premium: 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with all-season tires
• Limited: 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with all-season tires
• Wilderness: Matte-black 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires
• Gas trims: LED Steering Responsive Headlights and High Beam Assist
• Premium, Limited, and Wilderness: LED fog lights and ladder-type roof rails
• Limited and Wilderness: Sound-insulating windshield

Roof rails add flexibility for compatible carrying accessories, while the headlight system helps illuminate turns. Wilderness’s tire and protection choices matter more than its styling alone when selecting a vehicle for rougher routes.

Exterior Paint Options

• Daybreak Blue Pearl
• Crystal Black Silica
• Crystal White Pearl
• Geyser Blue
• Magnetite Gray Metallic
• Ice Silver Metallic
• Tidepool Teal Pearl

Geyser Blue is exclusive to Wilderness, giving that trim another distinctive touch. Tidepool Teal Pearl adds a fresh color choice for non-hybrid models, while white, black, silver, and gray offer more understated alternatives.

Performance: Capability at the Starting Point

The gas-powered Crosstrek puts the same engine output in Base, Premium, Limited, and Wilderness. That keeps the shopping decision focused on equipment and intended use rather than requiring a higher trim for more horsepower.

Engines and Powertrains

• Engine: 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® horizontally opposed 4-cylinder
• Horsepower: 180 horsepower at 5,800 rpm
• Torque: 178 lb-ft of torque at 3,700 rpm
• Fuel requirement: Regular unleaded gasoline, minimum 87 AKI
• Gas-engine availability: Base, Premium, Limited, and Wilderness

This powertrain supports the Crosstrek’s practical mission: commuting, errands, and trips with passengers or equipment. Sport Hybrid and Limited Hybrid provide alternative powertrain choices for shoppers considering electrified driving.

Transmission and Drivetrain

• Transmission: Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission
• Manual control: Eight-speed manual mode with steering-wheel paddle shifters
• Drivetrain: Standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
• Terrain settings: Dual-mode X-MODE® with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud settings
• Additional control: Hill Descent Control and Active Torque Vectoring

AWD is part of the Crosstrek’s foundation rather than an upgrade reserved for higher trims. Terrain settings add flexibility on challenging surfaces, but tire selection, conditions, and driver judgment remain important.

Driving Experience and Efficiency

• Four-wheel independent suspension
• Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering
• Turning circle: 35.44 feet; 34.78 feet for Wilderness
• Wilderness transmission equipment: Air-cooled transmission fluid cooler

The turning circle helps put the vehicle’s maneuverability into perspective when comparing parking and low-speed handling. The CVT and regular-gas requirement keep the gas model’s operation straightforward, while the hybrid alternatives give shoppers another option to consider against their driving habits.

Tech Features: Connections for the Daily Drive

The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek features range from straightforward phone integration in Base to larger touchscreen interfaces and upgraded audio in higher gas trims. Choose the setup that matches how you use navigation, music, and charging during a typical trip.

Displays and Infotainment

• Base: Dual 7-inch Subaru Multimedia System
• Premium, Limited, and Wilderness: 11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia Plus System
• Gas trims: 4.2-inch combination meter display
• Audio: Four speakers in Base and six speakers in Premium, Limited, and Wilderness
• Limited and Wilderness: Available Harman Kardon® 10-speaker system

The larger touchscreen provides more display space for common infotainment tasks. The audio upgrade offers another consideration for drivers who spend substantial time listening to music or podcasts.

Connectivity and Convenience

• Base: Wired Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Premium, Limited, and Wilderness: Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Limited and Wilderness: Wireless smartphone charging
• Premium, Limited, and Wilderness: Rear USB-A and USB-C charging ports
• Keyless Access with Push-Button Start on the gas trims

Wireless integration reduces cable clutter, while rear charging ports help passengers keep their devices ready. Base still supplies smartphone compatibility for drivers who prefer a simpler equipment package.

Safety Review: Assistance Without Taking Over

EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology is standard across the Crosstrek lineup. Additional systems vary by trim, allowing shoppers to compare more than appearance and upholstery. These technologies support an attentive driver; they do not replace monitoring the road or responding to conditions.

Driver-Assistance Technology

• Standard adaptive cruise control with lane centering
• Standard Lane Departure and Sway Warning
• Standard Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management
• Standard Lead Vehicle Start Alert
• Limited and Wilderness: Standard blind-spot monitoring, lane change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert
• Limited: Standard DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System

Cruise and lane-support functions can assist during routine highway travel, while blind-spot and cross-traffic systems add information during lane changes and backing maneuvers. Premium offers blind-spot monitoring and related assistance through optional equipment.

Parking, Visibility, and Vehicle Safety

• Standard Rear-Vision Camera
• Standard Rear Seat Reminder
• Limited and Wilderness: Standard Rear Automatic Braking
• Standard Vehicle Dynamics Control and electronic traction control
• Standard Auto Vehicle Hold

The rear camera helps you assess the area behind the vehicle, and Rear Automatic Braking adds support on equipped trims. Continue checking for people, objects, and moving traffic rather than relying solely on the display or alerts.

Find Your Everyday Adventure at Schaller Subaru

The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek proves that a compact SUV can deliver everyday practicality without sacrificing adventure-ready capability. With standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, flexible cargo space, and gas or hybrid powertrains, the Crosstrek is ready for everything from Connecticut commutes to weekend escapes. Whether you prefer the well-equipped Limited, the efficiency-focused Sport Hybrid, or the rugged Wilderness, we have a Crosstrek for your driving needs.

Ready to get behind the wheel? Visit Schaller Subaru in Berlin, CT, to experience the 2027 Subaru Crosstrek firsthand. Browse our available inventory online, compare trim levels, or use our convenient trade-in tool to estimate your current vehicle's value. Contact our team today to schedule a test drive and take the next step toward owning your new Crosstrek.

*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.