If you want to improve your fuel economy, but aren’t ready to go full-electric, the Subaru Crosstrek Sport Hybrid offers a solution. With a hybrid powertrain, the Crosstrek Sport Hybrid features a gas-powered engine paired with electric motor assistance for added efficiency and extra power for your daily commute. Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, a sleek Sport design, and cargo flexibility can help meet your needs.
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The Sport Hybrid combines a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine, electric motors, and a lithium-ion battery with an expected total system output of 194 horsepower, bringing more total power than the standard Crosstrek Sport.
Its hybrid technology supports the engine to reduce the use of gas during driving. This type of model isn’t a plug-in hybrid; there is no need to connect it to an external charger. The battery is charged by the hybrid technology system of the car.
Key advantages include:
Actual mileage and range will vary with driving habits, road and vehicle conditions, and other factors.
Unique Sport Hybrid styling features include the 18-inch dark gray alloy wheels and Sport Exterior Design, while the interior equipment not only makes it look good but also increases its functionality. The fully digital 12.3-inch gauge cluster can display driving data, navigation, and even the Apple Maps app. A 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, power moonroof, Blind Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert help you go further.
For Plano drivers, it’s helpful in stop-and-go city traffic, on the highway, and when you’re out and about in North Texas on the weekends. The hybrid system enhances fuel economy on city streets, where the frequent stops and starts can help the electric motors assist.
Both hybrid models feature the same efficient, core powertrain and other efficiency benefits. The hybrid Sport features more aggressive design cues and a Sport-inspired interior, while the hybrid Limited adds premium touches like Gray Star Tex perforated upholstery and a premium audio system by Harman Kardon. The choice is between a focus on styling and sportiness or a step up to a more luxurious interior and audio system.
Is the Crosstrek Sport Hybrid a plug-in?
No, it’s a conventional hybrid, not a plug-in hybrid. It pairs the 1.8-liter gas engine with the electric motor and provides an output combining the two, with the battery packs being recharged by the hybrid system. It can be refilled at any normal gas station, and there’s no need to install specialized home charging equipment.
What kind of MPG does the Crosstrek Sport Hybrid get?
That says the Sport Hybrid gets an EPA-estimated 36 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway, with an estimated range of 597 miles on a tank of fuel. Good information to keep in mind when you’re driving around Plano and the greater Dallas area. Actual mileage will vary based on driving conditions, temperature, and the vehicle’s load.
Does the hybrid Crosstrek Sport lack horsepower?
The system output is estimated at 194 horsepower, versus 180 horsepower for the standard 2.5-liter engine in the Crosstrek Sport. The additional power from the system comes from support from the electric motors. The hybrid aims to provide sporty everyday driving performance as well as better mileage.
Does the Crosstrek Sport Hybrid still have all-wheel drive?
Absolutely not. Whether you opt for the hybrid or not, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive comes standard – so there’s no need to sacrifice this Crosstrek feature for hybrid functionality. It helps deliver grip to the pavement in wet road conditions and a variety of conditions.
Should I choose the Sport Hybrid or Limited Hybrid?
Both models offer an estimated 194-horsepower hybrid powertrain and standard all-wheel drive. The Sport Hybrid is distinguished by sporty touches inside and out, an available digital gauge display, and an available power moonroof. The Limited Hybrid model includes Gray Star Tex perforated upholstery and a premium Harman Kardon audio system. Read about the interior features of each to see which one is right for you.
