The Subaru Crosstrek is losing its base 2-litre engine for the 2026 model year with all models now being powered by either a 2.5-litre unit or a hybrid powertrain.

The price is also rising by $900 to a starting Canadian manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $30,595. Once various fees and levies are included, the starting purchase price comes to $33,442.

For 2026, most versions of the Crosstrek are powered by a 2.5-litre boxer engine with 180 hp and 178 lb.-ft. of torque. The engine is mated to a Lineartronic continuously variable transmission sending power to the symmetrical full-time all-wheel-drive system.

The now-discontinued 2-litre engine had 152 hp.

New e-Boxer Hybrid

New for 2026 is the new top-of-the-line hybrid model, the e-Boxer Hybrid Limited, which is powered by a hybrid powertain that combines the 2.5-litre engine with an electric motor for a total system output of 194 hp.

The hybrid version is available in just one trim.

It has a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, which is exclusive to this trim, a surround-view monitor with 360-degree camera, an exclusive exterior colour called Citrus Yellow Pearl, unique 18-inch wheels and e-Boxer badging.

Canadian prices

Canadian prices of the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek are as follows:

• Convenience – $33,442 (MSRP of $30,595 plus fees and levies)
• Touring – $36,442 (MSRP of $33,595 plus fees and levies)
• Onyx – $37,956 (MSRP of $35,095 plus fees and levies)
• Limited – $40,956 (MSRP of $38,095 plus fees and levies)
• e-Boxer Hybrid Limited – $43,452 (MSRP of $40,595 plus fees and levies)

The 2026 Crosstrek is on sale now.

Full model details are available on the Subaru Canada website.

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