Subaru Crosstrek Named Best Car for Recent College Graduates

It is no secret that Subaru of America produces some of the auto industry's most reliable, efficient, and capable vehicles. From stylish exteriors to strong yet efficient powertrains, and cozy interiors flaunting the latest technology features, Subaru continues to produce high quality vehicles. Subaru offers a wide range of models that make the perfect vehicle for almost every lifestyle. One of the most versatile vehicles in the Subaru lineup, the Subaru Crosstrek, was recently acknowledged for these traits.

Autotrader recently named the new 2021 Subaru Crosstrek to their list of “Best Car for Recent College Graduates”. Autotrader evaluated a number of vehicles and created their list of the 10 best vehicles for recent college graduates based on the best value, efficient fuel economy, and strong scores for reliability and safety. Continue reading to learn more about this award winning small crossover!

Wide Range of Trim Levels

Subaru redesigned the 2021 Crosstrek, making updates to interior and exterior styling, and updates to standard and available technology. Subaru offers the 2021 Crosstrek in the Base, Limited, Sport, and Premium trim levels, each with unique styling and features to match your lifestyle. The Sport option is the newest trim level, coming standard with weatherproof StarTex upholstery, distinctive style accents, and X-MODE dynamic drive modes. All the trim options come standard with Active Torque Vectoring and Subaru's Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. With starting prices around $22,245, the Subaru Crosstrek is perfect for that college grad looking for their first real new car.

Performance & Fuel Economy

As a college graduate, the 2021 Crosstrek's performance will impress you with performance, capability, and efficiency. Its Base and Premium models come with a 2.0L SUBARU BOXER® engine producing 152-HP. The Limited trim level comes with a 2.5-liter engine that is an upgrade from the 2020 version. The new Sport model features a 2.5L 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® engine yielding 182-HP. In addition to engine performance, the Limited and Sports trims feature a standard Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission (CVT). This powertrain yields exceptional fuel economy - the 2.0-liter and the 2.5-liter engines score 30 mpg and 29 mpg, respectively.

Safety Features & Driver Assists

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is undeniably safe and reliable. The Subaru Crosstrek has been awarded the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK or TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards for overall safety and crash test ratings for 10 consecutive years. The 2021 Crosstrek boasts of standard Subaru Eyesight technology, its award-winning driver assist system. Other safety features and driver assists in the 2021 Crosstrek include Automatic Pre-Collision Braking, Lane Departure Prevention, Auto Start-Stop, Lead Vehicle Start Alert, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control, and more! The safety features alone are reason enough to name the Subaru Crosstrek the perfect vehicle for college grads, and everyone for that matter.

Get Your 2021 Subaru Crosstrek at Subaru of Englewood

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is a fun-to-drive small crossover SUV fit for everything from hauling family and friends on off-road adventures, to running city errands, and everything in between. At Subaru of Englewood, we are ready to help you get a new 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, or a pre-owned Crosstrek model if that fits your budget better. You can contact our Sales Team at 877-460-0730, you can shop and start the buying process online with our Digital Retailing tools, or you can stop by our showroom located at 135 South Dean Street in Englewood, NJ. We look forward to helping you get a safe, reliable, affordable Subaru model!