2021 Subaru Crosstrek AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
28
MPG
Highway
33
MPG
Combined
30
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

34.9MPG average+16.3% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 30 MPG · Owner reported avg: 34.9 MPG

Range: 34–36 MPG

Driving mix: City 25% / Highway 75%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 34.9 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 30 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AV-S8)
Regular
City
28
Hwy
33
Comb
30
Fuel cost: $2,250/yr
Automatic (AV-S8)
Regular
City
27
Hwy
34
Comb
29
Fuel cost: $2,350/yr
Manual 6-spd
Regular
City
22
Hwy
29
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $2,700/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,250

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
297 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
9.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed Manual
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,245/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,979/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,944/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,068/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,261/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,255/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,796/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,309/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,172/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,224/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 30 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2021 Subaru Crosstrek SW AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability15.6%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional
106
Owner Complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History1

Source: NHTSA

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