2020 Subaru Crosstrek
Subaru Crosstrek (2020)
The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek is a compact SUV that offers versatility, all-wheel drive, and a spacious interior. It comes with a choice of two engines: a 2.0L boxer-4 engine producing 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable transmission (CVT), and a 2.5L boxer-4 engine producing 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque, paired exclusively with a CVT.
Engine
2.0L Boxer-4 Engine with 6-Speed Manual Transmission
No Issues Found
2.0L Boxer-4 Engine with CVT
CVT Overheating
- Description/Symptoms: The CVT transmission may overheat, causing the vehicle to enter limp mode or stall.
- Solution: Replace the CVT transmission cooler.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $2000 - $3000+
- Recalls: None Found
2.5L Boxer-4 Engine with CVT
No Issues Found
Transmission
6-Speed Manual Transmission
No Issues Found
CVT
See CVT Overheating under the 2.0L Boxer-4 Engine with CVT section
Suspension
No Issues Found
Electrical
No Issues Found
Exterior
No Issues Found
Interior
Windshield Wiper Issues
- Description/Symptoms: The windshield wipers may not operate correctly, including intermittent stopping or failing to wipe.
- Solution: Replace the wiper motor.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
- Recalls: None Found
Steering Wheel Vibration
- Description/Symptoms: The steering wheel may vibrate excessively, especially at highway speeds.
- Solution: Balance and rotate the tires, or replace the tires if necessary.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
- Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek has a relatively minor issue list, with the most significant being the CVT overheating issue on the 2.0L engine. While some issues can be costly to fix, others are relatively inexpensive. Overall, the Crosstrek is a reliable and capable SUV with few major concerns.