all-wheel drive

Anchoring Subaru’s SUV lineup, the all-wheel drive, subcompact 2026 Subaru Crosstrek combines a go-anywhere attitude with solid fuel economy and adventurous flair.

Because of its standard all-wheel drive, the Crosstrek’s pricing is on the higher end of the subcompact SUV scale.

With decades of experience with all-wheel drive — Subaru was once considered quirky for its standard all-wheel drive — the Subaru Symmetrical AWD system operates transparently.

Despite its standard all-wheel drive, this number is about average for the segment populated primarily with entry-level front-wheel-drive rivals.

Standard all-wheel drive Subaru’s standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system is among the most sophisticated and capable in the segment.