Consumer Reports previews the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, sharing details about the hybrid powertrain and other updates.

Subaru hasn’t discussed fuel economy ratings for the new 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, but given how the gasoline-only models perform and based on estimates set by the company for the larger and heavier Forester Hybrid, it should get 35 mpg in combined driving (if not more).

All trim levels of Subaru’s new hybrid will get X-Mode, which uses individual wheel braking to route power to the wheels with the best grip. If you have X-Mode, the corresponding counterpart to that is Hill Descent Control, which gets you back down whatever you just climbed up.

You see, Subaru tried to electrify the XV Crosstrek in 2014, but it only stuck around for a couple years before being axed. Then in 2019, the brand revealed a plug-in hybrid versi

Subaru just launched a new hybrid powertrain for the Crosstrek. It offers more horsepower than any other Crosstrek and maintains a real AWD system. Pricing, specs, and equipment details will follow close to its Fall 2025 launch.