Verified year comparison
What changed on the Subaru Crosstrek?
Compare only the features our editors have verified. A blank cell does not prove the vehicle lacks a feature—it means the cited guide does not cover that year.
Official configuration changes
Powertrain and efficiency by researched year.
This table compares the complete EPA-tested configuration set for each researched year, independently of feature-guide coverage.
Documentation matrix
Verified feature coverage
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| Feature and equipment note | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Lock Multimedia and Vehicle Settings With Valet Mode2025 Crosstrek Premium, 2025 Crosstrek Sport, 2025 Crosstrek Limited, 2025 Crosstrek Wilderness | Not covered by this guide | Covered by this guide |
| Register a DriverFocus Profile on Limited Hybrid2026 Crosstrek Limited Hybrid | Covered by this guide | Not covered by this guide |
| Select Snow/Dirt or Deep Snow/Mud X-MODE2026 Crosstrek Sport Hybrid, 2026 Crosstrek Limited Hybrid | Covered by this guide | Not covered by this guide |
| Use Auto Vehicle Hold at a Complete Stop2025 Crosstrek Base, 2025 Crosstrek Premium, 2025 Crosstrek Sport, 2025 Crosstrek Limited, 2025 Crosstrek Wilderness | Not covered by this guide | Covered by this guide |
Important: this matrix compares published documentation coverage, not every factory option. The equipment/trim control filters the scope labels recorded on guides; it is not a factory build matrix. Confirm an individual vehicle in its window sticker, owner portal or dealer build record.