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The list of affordable SUVs under $25,000 is growing, but which new compact SUV is the best? Kelly Blue Book (KBB) says the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek makes the list but says it is a bit quirky.
The list of twelve small affordable SUVs under $25,000
The Hyundai Venue is the most affordable at $20,295 followed by the Nissan Kicks ($21,285), Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ($23,245), Chevrolet Trax ($22,595), Hyundai Kona ($22,595), Chevrolet Trailblazer ($22,995), Honda HR-V ($23,115), Subaru Crosstrek ($23,270), Ford EcoSport ($23,335), Toyota Corolla Cross ($23,660), Mazda CX-30 ($23,725), and Kia Seltos ($23,845).
KBB says, “The quirky Subaru Crosstrek is well behaved on the street, and it’s up for off-road adventures thanks to standard all-wheel-drive and 8.7 inches of ground clearance. It’s roomy and comfy for a subcompact crossover, and the tech features are abundant and easy to use. The lowest-priced Crosstrek has a manual transmission. However, you can get this SUV equipped with the more fuel-efficient automatic transmission (CVT) for under $25K.”
What makes the Crosstrek quirky?
What makes the Subaru Crosstrek quirky is its go-anywhere attitude. It’s more than an urban commuter or grocery hauler. What quirky means for customers is that they don’t just get standard all-wheel-drive, but all models come with X-Mode for additional all-weather performance. The 2023 Crosstrek Sport and Limited come with a 2.5-liter Boxer engine and dual-function X-Mode for all-terrain capability.
What is the price of 2023 Crosstrek trim levels?
The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek gets a price increase and still comes under $25,000. The Crosstrek comes in six trim levels for U.S. customers. The base trim is priced from $24,870, Premium, ($26,020), new Special Edition ($27,970), Sport ($29,220), Limited ($30,720) and Crosstrek Hybrid ($38,070). Prices include destination and delivery fees ($1,225).
What is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek fuel mileage?
The Crosstrek CVT models achieve EPA-estimated fuel economy of 28/33 city/highway and 30 combined mpg. The 6-speed manual trims are rated 22/29 city/highway and 25 combined mpg. The Sport and Limited, with the 2.5-liter Boxer engine, achieve an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 27/34 city/highway and 29 combined mpg.
Our take
Because the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek has additional off-road performance and handling, the subcompact SUV ranks as one of the best SUVs under $25,000 for those with active lifestyles. If that’s quirky, customers who love the outdoors will have the most fun with the Crosstrek.
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The manual Crosstreks don't
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The manual Crosstreks don't have X Mode. They have a simple viscous coupler AWD system.
An aftermarket rear diff-locker for under $450US can make any Crosstrek better off-pavement. Aftermarket skidplates are available for Crosstreks too. So are winchmounts, steel bumpers, and rocker guards.
The aftermarket support for Crosstreks is a selling point for many buyers. No other CUV in this market segment has such support.