The Subaru Crosstrek is beloved for its convenient size and go-anywhere, rugged spirit. It's a great vehicle for zipping in and out of traffic, but then venturing out in the great outdoors when it's time for a bit of adventure. The hatchback style makes loading and unloading gear, groceries, and more very easy, with plenty of room for passengers when you have friends or family along for the ride.
But how does the Crosstrek stand up to popular rivals like the Honda HR-V or Nissan Kicks? Our team at Ciocca Subaru of Flemington is excited to share all the great reasons why the Crosstrek stands high above the crowd and should be your number one pick as your next vehicle.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Honda HR-V
The Subaru Crosstrek excels and can go beyond paved roads thanks to standard symmetrical all-wheel drive and an enhanced ground clearance of 8.7 or 9.3 inches. Both of these highlighted features come in handy when getting to a more remote campsite or safely navigating hazardous road conditions. In comparison, the Honda HR-V falls short with a ground clearance more typical of standard vehicles at 6.7 inches and does not include all-wheel drive - you have to pay for that extra capability.
The Crosstrek is already impressive enough with standard all-wheel drive and extra ground clearance, and it adds dual-function X-MODE® technology for even more robust handling and capabilities. X-MODE includes selectable configurations based on the most common conditions drivers may tackle on and off-road. For example, Hill Descent Control, Snow/Dirt, and Deep Snow/Mud. The Honda HR-V does not offer selectable drive modes, not even as a more expensive add-on.
The Subaru Crosstrek and Honda HR-V offer similar standard engine setups: a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). However, the Crosstrek offers a more powerful 2.5-liter four-cylinder that makes 182 horsepower. The more powerful engine is standard on all Crosstrek models except the base trim level. The Honda HR-V sticks with the 158-horsepower engine, with no other available upgrades across all trim levels.
The Subaru Crosstrek and Honda HR-V are renowned for excellence in safety. Both models feature robust and advanced safety and driver assistance packages, which include staples like collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot detection. However, the Subaru Crosstrek goes above and beyond with more advanced technology, including advanced collision avoidance with reverse automatic braking and emergency steering.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Nissan Kicks
If the Crosstrek is on your list, then the Nissan Kicks may be another good small SUV on your radar. The Nissan Kicks is similarly sized, offering the convenience of city driving with a bit of extra room for weekend adventures. However, the Kicks is more high style than rugged adventurer, and it's not nearly as powerful and capable as the Crosstrek.
Starting with the engine and drivetrain comparison, the Crosstrek excels in both power and off-road capabilities. The standard 152-horsepower engine on the base model and the more powerful 182-horsepower option are significantly more satisfying to drive than the meager 141-horsepower setup offered by the Kicks. While some Kicks can come with all-wheel drive, it's generally a more expensive add-on equipment rather than a highlighted standard feature in the Crosstrek.
On Nissan Kicks models with all-wheel drive, there is a Snow selectable driving mode available, making city driving a bit more confidence-inducing during the winter months. However, the Nissan Kicks is nowhere close to the robust capabilities of the Crosstrek, which was specifically designed to venture off the beaten path and get into the great outdoors.
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Ciocca Subaru of Flemington
167 State Route 31
Flemington, NJ 08822
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