https://www.subaru.com/vehicles/crosstrek/2026
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2026 Crosstrek
Outstanding value at $33,795 11
MPG up to 29/24 (hwy/city)10
Raised suspension with 9.3 inches of ground clearance
180-hp 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine
Whether it’s cargo and bikes or larger equipment like boats, the Crosstrek Wilderness lets you haul everything you need for your latest expedition with 3,500 pounds of towing capacity1.
2.5-liter DOHC engine
Power: 180 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque: 178 lb-ft @ 3,700 rpm
Fuel economy** (hwy/city): 29/24 MPG
Approximately 3,369 lbs.
The Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness boasts a higher 3,500 lb towing capacity (vs. 1,500 lbs standard) primarily due to a factory-installed Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) cooler, better cooling for the engine, and the robust 2.5L engine, allowing it to handle the heat and strain of heavier loads, unlike standard trims that lack this crucial component.
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TOWING
Crosstrek Hybrid (Most Years): 1,000 lbs.
2026 Crosstrek Hybrid: Some listings show 1,500 lbs, but verify with your dealer as hybrid specs can vary.
Gas Crosstrek (Non-Wilderness): 1,500 lbs.
Crosstrek Wilderness (Gas): 3,500 lbs (This is a significant jump for off-road capability).