Subaru: which models fit your home life?

Match vehicle size and capability to real weekly use so fuel and tire costs do not outrun the benefit.

Subaru Crosstrek
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No blanket winner—just the right tool for the job.

Generally available; verify locally. Insurance, service quality, reliability and resale vary by model, year, trim, powertrain and ZIP.

Subaru Crosstrek
Small SUV · Gas

Crosstrek

Snow-belt cities and outdoor weekends

12K-mi modeled range$8,606$11,106
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Subaru Forester
Small SUV · Gas

Forester

Snow-belt families needing upright cargo space

12K-mi modeled range$9,030$11,630
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Subaru Outback
Midsize SUV · Gas

Outback

Cold-climate families and bulky gear

12K-mi modeled range$9,564$12,364
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Five checks that matter more than the logo

  1. Exact model yearEquipment, recalls and repair patterns change.
  2. VIN insurance quoteThe same badge can price very differently by trim and driver.
  3. Local service accessDistance and appointment time are ownership costs.
  4. Real weekly useParking, cargo, towing and weather should set the size.
  5. Five-year exitFinance balance and expected resale can dominate fuel savings.
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