Subaru Crosstrek Named Best Subcompact SUV, But Its Classification Sparks Debate
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The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek earned Consumer Reports' top subcompact SUV thanks to a comfortable ride and a new 36-mpg hybrid, with a starting price around $28,415. However, the piece notes the Crosstrek is essentially an Impreza with extra ground clearance, prompting discussion about whether it should be classified as a subcompact SUV, a compact crossover, or simply a lifted hatchback.
- 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Is Consumer Reports' Top Subcompact SUV (Or Is It A Car, Maybe?) Jalopnik
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- 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: A new way to go, but how’s the journey? Inquirer.com
- Subaru Vs. Toyota Vs. Honda Vs. Mazda: Which Japanese Hybrids Are The Most Efficient? CarBuzz
- Stop assuming hybrid SUVs save money: The Crosstrek Hybrid's real payback timeline Yahoo Autos
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