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Day-by-Day Review: 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid
by James Bergeron - May 3, 2014
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by James Bergeron - May 3, 2014
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After a week of driving I did warm up to the Crosstrek a little but a few shortcomings turn me off and they mostly pertain to the drivetrain.
When I drove the standard Crosstrek I averaged 7.8 L/100 km and this week I averaged 8.0 L/100 km, a very poor result when you consider this vehicle is a hybrid. Last week I got better mileage in the Volkswagen Jetta 1.8TSI – although the Crosstrek does have all-wheel drive, which is an advantage in winter but liability for efficiency.
The Crosstrek is comfortable, though, and it does offer all-weather performance and capabilities with a good amount of cargo space, which can be compelling.