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3.9 / 5

32 Reviews

Exterior Styling
3.2
Performance
4.1
Technology
4.5
Interior Design
3.8
Second Row Comfort
4.5
Third Row Comfort
3.6
Reliability Score
4.6 /5
82%
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12 Reviews with 3+ years of ownership
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Sima Schach

Community Voice
Mom of
2
2
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drives a
2018 Subaru Crosstrek
September 10, 2026
4.6
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

I’ve had this car with no kids, one kid, and 2 kids! I currently have an infant in an infant car seat (Nuna Pipa) and a toddler in a rear-facing convertible car seat (Nina Rava). I’m 5’4” and I can drive comfortably with the infant car seat behind me. My husband is 6’ and he would prefer a couple more inches of room, but he’s still able to drive my car with the car seat behind him. The Rava fits well behind the passenger side. The trunk space is great! Easily dots out huge Nina Mixx Next stroller. But the stroller takes up most of the trunk… This has been an amazing car for the last 8 years, but I think now with 2 kids, we will be in the market for a larger 3-row SUV soon! My biggest complaint is lack of air conditioning for the back row, which is tough in Texas with rear-facing kids. We use a Noggle, but that’s a big reason we want a new car! It’s been super reliable though, with only one mechanical issue early on that was under warranty. Highly recommend as a smaller mom car, or with only one kid!

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
5.0
Second Row Comfort
4.0
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Camrie Madsen

Community Voice
Mom of
2
2
•
drives a
2018 Subaru Crosstrek
September 10, 2026
4.3
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
4.0
Technology
3.5
Interior Design
4.0
Second Row Comfort
5.0
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Tara Nuy

Mom of
2
2
•
drives a
2017 Toyota 4Runner
September 10, 2026
4.8
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

My son owns a 2012 Subaru Legacy with 58,000 miles! (note: I could not select that vehicle from the drop down but the Crosstrek base is the same as the Legacy). Subarus are known for their safety and I am extremely comfortable having my 18 year old son drive this every day. It handles like a dream even though it is 16 years old. This is a great car for a teen!

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
5.0
Second Row Comfort
5.0
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Alyssa Szczypierowski

Mom of
1
1
•
drives a
2025 Honda Pilot
September 10, 2026
4.0
stars
•
Owned
•
2025
Subaru
Crosstrek

I really liked the Crosstrek! It’s a great size for everyday driving and perfect for hopping around town. It’s easy to maneuver, comfortable, and has plenty of space without feeling like you’re driving a big SUV. My only real complaint would be the front cupholders — they’re not the best and could definitely be designed a little better. 😂 Other than that, I thought it was a great vehicle and would definitely recommend it for someone looking for a practical, comfortable car for everyday errands and getting around town.

Exterior Styling
4.5
Performance
3.5
Technology
3.5
Interior Design
3.5
Second Row Comfort
5.0
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Abby Lindamood

Mom of
3
3
•
drives a
2022 Nissan Pathfinder
September 10, 2026
3.4
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

This was my first car and I leased it! It was a cute and reliable car for me. One carseat would have fit well but once we added a dog to the mix - I knew we'd need more trunk space! I loved the tech on the car and the heated windshield in the winter.

Exterior Styling
3.0
Performance
4.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
3.0
Second Row Comfort
3.0
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Overall Rating
4.0
Exterior Styling
3.2
Performance
3.2
Technology
3.2
Interior Design
3.2
Second Row Comfort
3.2
Third Row Comfort
3.2
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Julia

Community Voice
Mom of
1
1
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drives a
2026 Toyota Sienna
October 20, 2026
4.8
stars
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Owned
•
2021
Subaru
Crosstrek

I cannot say enough positive things about this vehicle. First off, this car kept me and my four-month-old daughter safe when we were T-boned by someone going 55 mph while we were making a protected left turn. I only had bruises from the seat belt and airbags deploying. My daughter had nothing wrong and even smiled for the paramedics. Yes, she was also in a correctly buckled and correctly installed car seat that was checked by a local CPST too. This car also NEVER got stuck in the snow, which is really saying something considering I had it during my college years in Northern Utah. Lastly, I never had any major or minor repairs on this car, only preventative maintenance. Subaru Eyesight is immaculate. The trunk space is fabulous and fit both groceries and full size stroller. Trunk was also a good height for diaper changes. Incredibly smooth ride, and after my c-section I appreciated that even more. Car cooled down quick in the summers. This car could comfortably fit two adults and two children.

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
5.0
Interior Design
5.0
Second Row Comfort
4.0
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Morganne Curtin

Mom of
2
2
•
drives a
2021 Ford Explorer
September 29, 2026
3.8
stars
•
Test-Drove
•
2025
Subaru
Crosstrek

We test drove this car to consider for our secondary vehicle with 2 kids in FF carseats. It fit us all but not much room to spare. The interior even on the highest trim felt sparse. No rear air vents which was a bummer. Definitely not a ton of head space for myself in the second row (I’m 5’7”) so something to note. I think you could definitely make this car work for your needs with 2 kids as a secondary car but wouldn’t buy it already having kids if that makes sense.

Exterior Styling
4.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
3.0
Second Row Comfort
3.0
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Taylee Keeley

Mom of
2
2
September 21, 2026
4.8
stars
•
Owned
•
2025
Subaru
Crosstrek

Great car. This is my husband’s car. I love whipping it around town! Super easy to drive and fit in tight spots. Second row is comfy for our two kids. Not much trunk space though.

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
5.0
Interior Design
5.0
Second Row Comfort
4.0
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Desiree Reece

Community Voice
Mom of
1
1
•
drives a
2018 Subaru Crosstrek
September 18, 2026
4.8
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

We bought our 2018 Crosstrek brand new. This has been a great vehicle going from no kids to one. My husband maintains the car regularly and it has been extremely reliable. The only thing I would change is to have better air flow to the back seats but this isn’t a deal breaker for me. I have perfectly fit two car seats in the back seat with my older niece in between.

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
5.0
Interior Design
4.0
Second Row Comfort
5.0
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Marina Schaefer

Community Voice
Mom of
2
2
•
drives a
2016 Subaru Crosstrek
September 17, 2026
3.6
stars
•
Owned
•
2016
Subaru
Crosstrek

This car is perfect for someone who already has one large vehicle and doesn’t travel out of town all that often. I have two kids both in rear facing car seats (Nuna Rava and Pippa) and I can haul them around town no problem. My trunk fits an UppaBaby vista 2 with the rumble seat attachment or bassinet attachment. I also have room in the bottom area by the “feet” to store a diaper bag / toys /etc. since it is a small car, it seems to get cool quickly even on hot days with no ceiling vents to the 2nd row. With 2 kids, no one else will fit in the 2nd row. I’m short, but driving long distance with someone tall would not be comfy long in the 2nd row. The safety features and tech are great, a little bit of bells and whistles but not everything. I think this car is great for a family of four that has a 2nd larger vehicle to take on longer trips. Running around town, I can fit a lot in my car that I didn’t think was possible. After having the 2nd kid, I thought I would upgrade but the space is perfect still for in town driving. Great on snow and super reliable.

Exterior Styling
4.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
3.0
Second Row Comfort
2.0
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Matt Michienzi

parent of
3
3
•
drives a
2025 Subaru Crosstrek
September 17, 2026
4.6
stars
•
Passenger
•
2025
Subaru
Crosstrek

Great smaller suv can fit three car seats across. Zippy car as my kids like to say :)

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
5.0
Interior Design
5.0
Second Row Comfort
3.0
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Sarah Fama

Community Voice
Mom of
2
2
•
drives a
2018 Subaru Crosstrek
September 11, 2026
4.2
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

I've had my Subaru Crosstrek since before I was a mom, it served me well traveling for work all over the NYC metro area for work for a few years, then I had my first baby, car seats fit totally fine, but with 2 car seats and 2 dogs, it's tight. I can barely fit my butt or shoulders between the two seats (we usually have our dog sit there on trips) and the trunk did used to fit my stroller (mockingbird double with both seats) but it doesn't fit our wagon (baby trend) so we use my husband's outback for most trips or wagon trips. But the Crosstrek gets decent gas milage, totally fine for 2 kids, we had the nuna pipa and then the nuna ravas x2 in both our cars and the kids have zero issues getting in and out and it's easy for me to get them in and out too bc I am only 5 feet tall. Gas milage is decent 28-34 ish I would say - I've only had to replace brakes and tires and a battery recently (we're going on 8 yrs old now!) and she's still super cute and I'm going to have a hard time upgrading to a larger vehicle which I do honestly plan to do next because I can never fit a friend or a cousin in here if we want so that's the main reason for upgrading maybe in another year or so! I wish I could keep her forever for my kids to have later on! I truly do love this car!

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
4.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
4.0
Second Row Comfort
4.0
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Elise Ingram

Community Voice
Mom of
3
3
•
drives a
2021 Kia Telluride
September 10, 2026
4.4
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

This is the car we brought our first baby home in and now with three kids, all three can fit across with the right seats/boosters, if needed! It’s our secondary family car but when our primary car has been at the shop we have gotten by just fine with it.

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
4.0
Second Row Comfort
4.0
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Sima Schach

Community Voice
Mom of
2
2
•
drives a
2018 Subaru Crosstrek
September 10, 2026
4.6
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

I’ve had this car with no kids, one kid, and 2 kids! I currently have an infant in an infant car seat (Nuna Pipa) and a toddler in a rear-facing convertible car seat (Nina Rava). I’m 5’4” and I can drive comfortably with the infant car seat behind me. My husband is 6’ and he would prefer a couple more inches of room, but he’s still able to drive my car with the car seat behind him. The Rava fits well behind the passenger side. The trunk space is great! Easily dots out huge Nina Mixx Next stroller. But the stroller takes up most of the trunk… This has been an amazing car for the last 8 years, but I think now with 2 kids, we will be in the market for a larger 3-row SUV soon! My biggest complaint is lack of air conditioning for the back row, which is tough in Texas with rear-facing kids. We use a Noggle, but that’s a big reason we want a new car! It’s been super reliable though, with only one mechanical issue early on that was under warranty. Highly recommend as a smaller mom car, or with only one kid!

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
5.0
Second Row Comfort
4.0
show more less

Camrie Madsen

Community Voice
Mom of
2
2
•
drives a
2018 Subaru Crosstrek
September 10, 2026
4.3
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
4.0
Technology
3.5
Interior Design
4.0
Second Row Comfort
5.0
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Tara Nuy

Mom of
2
2
•
drives a
2017 Toyota 4Runner
September 10, 2026
4.8
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

My son owns a 2012 Subaru Legacy with 58,000 miles! (note: I could not select that vehicle from the drop down but the Crosstrek base is the same as the Legacy). Subarus are known for their safety and I am extremely comfortable having my 18 year old son drive this every day. It handles like a dream even though it is 16 years old. This is a great car for a teen!

Exterior Styling
5.0
Performance
5.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
5.0
Second Row Comfort
5.0
show more less

Alyssa Szczypierowski

Mom of
1
1
•
drives a
2025 Honda Pilot
September 10, 2026
4.0
stars
•
Owned
•
2025
Subaru
Crosstrek

I really liked the Crosstrek! It’s a great size for everyday driving and perfect for hopping around town. It’s easy to maneuver, comfortable, and has plenty of space without feeling like you’re driving a big SUV. My only real complaint would be the front cupholders — they’re not the best and could definitely be designed a little better. 😂 Other than that, I thought it was a great vehicle and would definitely recommend it for someone looking for a practical, comfortable car for everyday errands and getting around town.

Exterior Styling
4.5
Performance
3.5
Technology
3.5
Interior Design
3.5
Second Row Comfort
5.0
show more less

Abby Lindamood

Mom of
3
3
•
drives a
2022 Nissan Pathfinder
September 10, 2026
3.4
stars
•
Owned
•
2018
Subaru
Crosstrek

This was my first car and I leased it! It was a cute and reliable car for me. One carseat would have fit well but once we added a dog to the mix - I knew we'd need more trunk space! I loved the tech on the car and the heated windshield in the winter.

Exterior Styling
3.0
Performance
4.0
Technology
4.0
Interior Design
3.0
Second Row Comfort
3.0
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