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2017 Subaru Crosstrek
The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek is the last year of the first generation, with standard all-wheel drive, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, the Impreza's 2.0-liter four and a new Premium Special Edition. NHTSA lists one recall, a brake-light switch that can fail and stop the car starting or shifting out of Park, and 97 complaints led by unclassified issues and wipers. Used prices run about $12,800 to $13,750.
Configurations2
Model/option labels1
Combined efficiency26–29 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers4
What the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek offers
Cars.com (opens in a new tab) says the Crosstrek uses the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the Impreza with standard all-wheel drive, a five-speed manual standard on the 2.0i and Premium, and a CVT standard on the Limited and a $1,000 option on the Premium. Subaru's press kit (opens in a new tab) lists standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, 8.7 inches of ground clearance and 17-inch alloy wheels, a 7.0-inch STARLINK touchscreen standard on the 2.0i Limited, and a new Premium Special Edition following the 2016 Pure Red edition.
Carvana (opens in a new tab) calls 2017 the final year of the first generation (2013 to 2017) before the all-new 2018 redesign. KBB lists fuel economy from 23/30 to 26/33 mpg city and highway, and EPA rates the 2017 Crosstrek at 26 to 29 mpg combined and $2,150 to $2,400 a year in fuel.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists one recall campaign for the 2017 Crosstrek, 19V149000, in which exposure to certain contaminants may cause the brake-light switch to malfunction, preventing the brake lights from illuminating and, on keyless-ignition cars, preventing the vehicle from starting and CVT or automatic transmissions from being shifted out of Park; dealers replace the switch free of charge. Owners have filed 97 complaints with NHTSA: unknown or other with 33, visibility and wipers with 23, electrical system with 18, power train with 13, engine with 12 and service brakes with 7.
What a 2017 Crosstrek costs today
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) lists used 2017 Crosstrek prices from $12,800 for the 2.0i to $13,750 for the 2.0i Limited at a dealership, with trade-in values of about $7,500 to $8,025 and private-party values of about $11,650 to $12,500.
2017 Crosstrek against the Forester and HR-V
EPA rates the 2017 Crosstrek at 26 to 29 mpg combined and $2,150 to $2,400 a year in fuel, all-wheel drive only. The 2017 Subaru Forester rates 24 to 28 at $2,250 to $3,100 and the Honda HR-V 28 to 31 at $2,000 to $2,250, available with front-wheel drive. On EPA figures the Crosstrek is more efficient than the Forester and slightly behind the HR-V, which is the only one of the three sold with front-wheel drive.
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek: 3 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0i | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (PZEV) | Manual, 5-Spd | AWD | 148 | 145 | 23 / 30 / 26 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| 2.0i Limited | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (PZEV) | Auto, CVT w/Lineartronic | AWD | 148 | 145 | 26 / 33 / 29 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| 2.0i Premium | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (PZEV) | Auto, CVT w/Lineartronic | AWD | 148 | 145 | 26 / 33 / 29 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0i | 3,109 lb | 175.2 in | 63.6 in | 103.7 in | 8.7 in | 34.8 ft | 15.9 gal | 39.8 in | 43.5 in | 1,500 lb | P225/55HR17 |
| 2.0i Limited | 3,208 lb | 175.2 in | 63.6 in | 103.7 in | 8.7 in | 34.8 ft | 15.9 gal | 39.8 in | 43.5 in | 1,500 lb | P225/55HR17 |
| 2.0i Premium | 3,186 lb | 175.2 in | 63.6 in | 103.7 in | 8.7 in | 34.8 ft | 15.9 gal | 39.8 in | 43.5 in | 1,500 lb | P225/55HR17 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2017 Subaru Crosstrek trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | 2.0i | 2.0i Limited | 2.0i Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | – | Std | Opt |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | – | Opt | Opt |
| Forward collision warning with automatic braking | – | Opt | Opt |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||
| Text-message reader | – | Std | Opt |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std |
| IPod connector | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | Opt | – |
| Satellite radio | – | Std | Opt |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | – | Opt | – |
| Voice recognition | – | Std | Opt |
| Comfort | |||
| Heated front seats | – | Std | Std |
| Heated windshield | – | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | Std | – |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | – | Opt | Opt |
| Proximity keyless entry | – | Opt | Opt |
| Push-button start | – | Opt | Opt |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38043Crosstrek AWD | 2L 4-cylConventional | All-Wheel DriveManual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 | N/A |
| 38044Crosstrek AWD | 2L 4-cylConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
4 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek versus the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek?
Model year
Against the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek: Model/option labels added: Crosstrek AWD. Model/option labels no longer listed: XV Crosstrek AWD, XV Crosstrek Hybrid AWD. Certification records went from 3 to 2. Midpoint combined efficiency moved from 28.5 to 27.5 MPG/MPGe. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 1 for the 2016 to 1 for the 2017.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02How much is the destination charge on the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's review of the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek puts the destination charge, the fee for delivering the vehicle from the factory to the dealer, at $875. It is added to the base price. Source: Kelley Blue Book review of the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, read 2026-09-21.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q03How do the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 3 trims share the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (PZEV) making 148 hp. The 2.0i Limited has a text-message reader, blind-spot alert, heated front seats and 6 more as standard equipment over the 2.0i.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04What size wheels does the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek have?
Wheels and tires
The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek's wheel diameter is 17 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2016 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Live NHTSA evidence
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