Subaru Crosstrek vs The Competition
Subaru Crosstrek VS The Competition
Compare the Subaru Crosstrek vs. Honda HR-V and Toyota Corolla Cross
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If you're shopping for a subcompact SUV, you may be asking:
- Which subcompact SUV comes with all-wheel drive standard?
- Is the Subaru Crosstrek roomier than the Toyota Corolla Cross?
- Can I get a hybrid with standard AWD and real ground clearance?
Here's the answer: the Subaru Crosstrek is the only vehicle in this comparison with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive on every single trim – gas or hybrid – plus up to 9.3 inches of ground clearance and interior space that beats the Corolla Cross, by Subaru's own measurements.
At Subaru Stamford, we've broken down how the Crosstrek stacks up against the Honda HR-V and Toyota Corolla Cross so you can shop with confidence.
The Only One With Standard AWD on Every Trim
Most subcompact SUVs treat all-wheel drive as an upsell. The Crosstrek doesn't – every trim, gas or hybrid, comes standard with it.
Standard All‑Wheel Drive
Subaru Crosstrek:
Standard, Every Trim
Toyota Corolla Cross (Gas):
Honda HR-V (All Trims):
Optional (+$1,300–$1,450)
Optional, Not Standard
Hybrid Powertrain Available
Subaru Crosstrek:
Yes, w/ Standard AWD
Toyota Corolla Cross:
Honda HR-V:
Yes, w/ Standard AWD
Not Available
Off‑Road‑Ready Trim
Crosstrek Wilderness:
9.3 In. Ground Clearance
Toyota Corolla Cross:
Honda HR-V:
No Off-Road Trim
No Off-Road Trim
The Honda HR-V doesn't offer a hybrid at all, and the Corolla Cross only matches the Crosstrek's standard AWD on its hybrid trims – on gas models, it's still an added cost.
More Room to Live In
Total Interior Volume [1]
Subaru Crosstrek:
Up to 120.5 cu. ft.
Toyota Corolla Cross:
Honda HR-V:
Less Than Crosstrek
Not Published
Ground Clearance
Crosstrek Wilderness:
9.3 Inches
Crosstrek (Standard Trims):
Toyota Corolla Cross:
8.7 Inches
8.1 Inches
Cargo Space, Rear Seats Folded
Subaru Crosstrek:
Up to 54.9 cu. ft.
Toyota Corolla Cross:
Honda HR-V:
Not Published
Not Published
Why it matters: More ground clearance and more interior space mean the Crosstrek handles rougher roads, longer trips, and more gear without asking you to size up to a bigger, pricier SUV class.
A Track Record the Competition Can't Match
96% of Subaru Crosstrek vehicles sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today. J.D. Power ranks the Crosstrek #1 for Dependability and Projected Resale Value among Small SUVs. The Crosstrek is a Consumer Reports Top Pick – an honor given to only 10 vehicles nationally – and Subaru is Consumer Reports' Best Overall Automotive Brand for the second year in a row. Every Crosstrek Hybrid also carries an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating, and every 2026 Crosstrek earned a 5‑Star Overall Vehicle Score from NHTSA.
Standard EyeSight® on Every Crosstrek Trim
Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology
Adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assistance, forward collision mitigation, and Automatic Emergency Steering come standard on every Crosstrek – no upgrade required.
Standard X‑MODE® With Hill Descent Control
Dual-function X-MODE® is standard on every Crosstrek trim, electronically optimizing traction for deep snow, dirt, or mud – not just the Wilderness.
Newly Standard Rear‑Seat Side Airbags
New standard rear-seat side airbags add another layer of protection for passengers, part of why the Crosstrek earned a 5‑Star Overall Score from NHTSA.
Crosstrek Hybrid: Up to 597 Miles Per Tank
The Crosstrek Hybrid pairs greater efficiency with more horsepower and torque than the gas model, delivering up to 38% better city fuel economy than conventional Crosstrek models and a total range of up to 597 miles per tank – all without giving up standard Symmetrical All‑Wheel Drive or the 8.7 inches of ground clearance that make every Crosstrek capable in New England weather. The Honda HR-V offers no hybrid option at all.
Crosstrek vs. HR-V vs. Corolla Cross: Common Questions
Yes. Every Crosstrek trim – gas or hybrid – includes standard Symmetrical All‑Wheel Drive. The Toyota Corolla Cross only includes standard AWD on its hybrid trims, and the Honda HR-V lists AWD as optional across every trim.
No. The Honda HR-V doesn't offer a hybrid at all. Both the Subaru Crosstrek and Toyota Corolla Cross offer a hybrid powertrain with standard all‑wheel drive.
The Crosstrek offers up to 120.5 cubic feet of total interior volume, more than the Toyota Corolla Cross, according to Subaru of America's published comparison. Honda has not published a comparable total interior volume figure for the HR-V.[1]
Yes. The Crosstrek Wilderness offers 9.3 inches of ground clearance for off‑road driving. Neither the Toyota Corolla Cross nor the Honda HR-V offers a comparable off‑road trim.
Yes. 96% of Crosstrek vehicles sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today, J.D. Power ranks it #1 for Dependability and Projected Resale Value among Small SUVs, and the Crosstrek is a 2026 Consumer Reports Top Pick.
I have been doing business with Subaru Stamford since 2010 and have absolutely no complaints. I have had good experiences with both sales and service and I would not go elsewhere.
— Susie R. | Google Review
Test Drive the Subaru Crosstrek
If you're comparing:
- Subaru Crosstrek vs Toyota Corolla Cross
- Subaru Crosstrek vs Honda HR-V
- Best subcompact SUV with standard AWD
- Best subcompact SUV for Stamford, CT winters
[1] Per Subaru of America's published comparison, Crosstrek total interior passenger and cargo volume exceeds that of the Toyota Corolla Cross. Manufacturer-published interior volume figures use each brand's own measurement methodology; Honda has not published a comparable total interior volume figure for the HR-V.
MSRP does not include destination and delivery charges, tax, title, and registration fees. Prices, specifications, options, features, and models subject to change without notice. Toyota Corolla Cross and Honda HR-V pricing and specifications are set by their respective manufacturers and are subject to change without notice. See your retailer for more information.
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