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2021 Subaru Crosstrek MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is a small SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 30 MPG combined (28 city / 33 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 25 to 30 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2020 model. Among 92 small SUVs rated for 2021, it ranks 25th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,550 a year to fuel.

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Combined 30 MPG 28 MPG city · 33 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,550 15,000 mi/yr · $10.33 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #25 of 92 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2811.98.4
Highway3314.07.1
Combined3012.87.8

How it ranks among 2021 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model Y129 MPGe $702
  2. 2Hyundai Kona EV120 MPGe $729
  3. 3Volkswagen ID.499 MPGe $918
  4. 4Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid105 MPGe + 40 MPG $966
  5. 5Toyota RAV4 Prime94 MPGe + 38 MPG $1,049
  6. 25Subaru Crosstrek30 MPG $1,550
  7. 92Hyundai Nexo61 MPGe $8,852
2021 CrosstrekOther small SUVsClass median: $1,860/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Crosstrek MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT
Crosstrek AWD		 Gas 28 MPG 33 MPG 30 MPG — $1,550
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Crosstrek AWD		 Gas 27 MPG 34 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Crosstrek AWD		 Gas 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
297 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2021 Subaru Crosstrek vs. rivals

vs Toyota RAV4 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda CR-V 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Escape 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Kona 30 MPG · $1,550/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet TrailBlazer 31 MPG · $1,500/yr TrailBlazer saves $50/yr vs Buick Encore 31 MPG · $1,500/yr Encore saves $50/yr vs Subaru Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid 90 MPGe + 35 MPG · $1,202/yr Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid saves $348/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid (90 MPGe + 35 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek?

Up to 30 MPG combined (28 city / 33 highway); ratings range from 25 to 30 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek?

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek per year?

About $1,550 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.33 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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