2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid SUV

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Rating7.7

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$25,995 - $29,295
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Compact and easily maneuverable

Not so comfortable

No major changes

Appealing exterior

Choppy performance from the Inline-4 engine

Commendable gas mileage

Poor build quality

Subpar cargo room

Specs & Features

$25,995

price

160 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

163 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl AWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid SUV fares well in the compact SUV segment, the Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid carries a base price of MSRP $25,995 and is offered in two trims, reaching a price of MSRP of $29,295. The engine on service here is a familiar 2.0L Flat-4 engine supported by a 10-kWh electric motor. Mated to a continuously variable transmission, it makes 161 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. The combined fuel economy on offer is 31 MPG, making the increase in sticker price worth it. The performance of the Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid is quite impressive, with the car accelerating from 0 to 60 MPH in 9.0 seconds. Subaru offers 4 colors for the XV Crosstrek hybrid. The Subaru XV Crosstrek hybrid mainly competes against indirect rivals like the Lexus RX 450h, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and the Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid as there are no hybrid SUVs in its class.

Buying Advice

You should consider upgrading to the Touring trim level, which comes with a 6.1-inch touchscreen, voice-activated navigation, smartphone integration (Aha radio), HD radio, and satellite radio.

Trims

    Base
    $25,995 onwards
    • 17-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Front automatic air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    Touring
    $29,295 onwards
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Navigation system
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    • Xm AM/FM/HD/Satellite

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Price

$24,160- $30,465

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.43

Horsepower

138 hp @ 4900 rpm

Torque

148 lb.-ft. @ 1850 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

8.3

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.02

168 hp @ 6000 rpm

170 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.11

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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Gasoline

6.71

285 hp @ 6400 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

4

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Gasoline

6.97

158 hp @ 6400 rpm

141 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.4

184 hp @ 6250 rpm

171 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.6

182 hp @ 6000 rpm

177 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.93

155 hp @ 6000 rpm

150 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.38

166 hp @ 6000 rpm

162 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

7

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2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid SUV vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.1 sec15.2 sec120 mph
    6.9 sec--
    7.3 sec15.5 sec-
    8.2 sec16.6 sec113 mph
    8.7 sec16.9 sec-
    8.7 sec16.6 sec108 mph

    2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid SUV vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      29 mpg33 mpg31 mpg13.7 gal.397.3/452.1 mi.
      26 mpg35 mpg29 mpg14.8 gal.384.8/518 mi.
      25 mpg33 mpg28 mpg14 gal.350/462 mi.
      25 mpg31 mpg27 mpg16.6 gal.415/514.6 mi.
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg18.8 gal.413.6/601.6 mi.
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg18 gal.396/576 mi.

      2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid SUV vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        175.2 in.70.1 in.63.6 in.8.7 in.103.7 in.
        187.8 in.72.5 in.66.3 in.6.9 in.112.5 in.
        185.3 in.72.8 in.66.3 in.6.9 in.112.5 in.
        183.3 in.70.9 in.66.1 in.8.5 in.105.1 in.
        182 in.73.2 in.65.7 in.5.7 in.106.3 in.Jeep USA
        179.9 in.72.6 in.65.4 in.6.3 in.104.7 in.

        2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid SUV vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          21.5 cu.ft.97.5 cu.ft.50.2 cu.ft.
          34.3 cu.ft.98.1 cu.ft.68.1 cu.ft.
          34.1 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.64.8 cu.ft.
          31.5 cu.ft.99.7 cu.ft.63.7 cu.ft.
          38.4 cu.ft.101.9 cu.ft.73.4 cu.ft.
          31.6 cu.ft.99.6 cu.ft.63.9 cu.ft.

          2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid SUV vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            50.2 cu.ft.21.5 cu.ft.50.2 cu.ft.-
            48.4 cu.ft.18.8 cu.ft.48.4 cu.ft.61 ft.
            63.9 cu.ft.31.6 cu.ft.63.9 cu.ft.-
            15.9 cu.ft.17.2 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.-Jeep USA
            10.3 cu.ft.10.3 cu.ft.63.3 cu.ft.-
            56.1 cu.ft.23.8 cu.ft.56.1 cu.ft.-

            2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid SUV vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              1500 lbs.-3451 lbs.
              4500 lbs.1065 lbs.3190 lbs.
              4500 lbs.1000 lbs.3679 lbs.Jeep USA
              2000 lbs.1021 lbs.3879 lbs.Jeep USA
              2000 lbs.1054 lbs.3194 lbs.
              2000 lbs.925 lbs.3097 lbs.Jeep USA

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