2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

Subaru is back with a hybrid Crosstrek—will this one finally get it right? For our test program, we purchased a 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Sport Hybrid, and in this episode we share our first impressions. We cover ride comfort, handling, controls, safety technology, and take a close look at Subaru's new hybrid powertrain. We also answer audience questions about repairing older vehicles versus upgrading—and whether buying a first-year redesigned model is a good idea, even when it comes from a reliable manufacturer like Subaru.

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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - Overview: 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
02:14 - What we liked
10:16 - What we did not like
25:15 - Question #1: Is it worth repairing an older vehicle versus upgrading to a newer one?
29:32 - Question #2: Should you still avoid buying a first-year redesign if the powertrain carries over from the previous generation?

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