Subaru Crosstrek: XV successor on test

Subaru has addressed two points of criticism about the XV: The seats now offer better support in the shoulder area, and there is also lumbar support. Even the back does not sit too low and the backrest is not too high. But above all: it is quieter inside. The remaining effect of the rubber band of the CVT transmission – the engine returns a lot during hard acceleration, and the increase in speed is only delayed – is acoustically less visible.

One of the many new or improved assistants, whose details will take place here, is the X-Mode mud and snow program, which now also works when reversing and, once activated, is automatically activated when the limit of 40 km / h when it increases. – and off.

If you don’t understand these naturally aspirated petrol engines, which were primarily developed for countries with speed limits (they now have 136 instead of 150 hp, in favor of CO2 values), you should try driving them on a slippery slope – with confidence. ! Even after eleven starts on the hill, the transmission does not get too hot.

More details such as three instead of two windscreen washer nozzles or a large rear wiper – fully equipped for dusty everyday life! The small 1.6 liter vacuum cleaner is not available. Unfortunately there is also room for an emergency wheel. A hybrid battery takes up space.