2018 Subaru Crosstrek

$5,000
from
473
listings
$5K–$26K
price range
Low$5,000
High$25,995
From$5,000
Avg Mileage95,719 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 473 active dealer listings as of

2018 Subaru Crosstrek Pricing

Price Trend

-8%
$7K$10K$13K$17K$20KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$6,995
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

The price range is enormous.

Some are steals, some are wildly overpriced. A scout cuts through the noise and surfaces the ones worth your time.

Subaru Crosstrek Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 193 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
193
Complaints
10
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
21V2630002021-15-04
SUSPENSION:REAR

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Subaru Crosstrek, 2019 Crosstrek Hybrid, and 2019 Forester vehicles. The rear stabilizer bracket bolts may loosen and detach.

Missing bolts may allow the rear stabilizer bracket to shift, increasing the risk of a crash.

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17V7010002017-07-11
SERVICE BRAKES

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2018 Crosstrek vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect floor mat retention bracket, allowing the floor mat to move out of position and interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal operation.

If the floor mat moves out of position and interferes with the accelerator or brake pedal operation, it can increase the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek has accumulated 193 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with visibility/wiper leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Visibility/wiper56
02Unknown Or Other25
03Electrical System18
04Engine15
05Power Train6
193 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Subaru Crosstrek Fuel Economy

25–29mpg combined
·
23-27city
·
29-33hwy
·
$1,500-$1,750/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek ranges from 25 to 29 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Crosstrek AWD - Automatic (AV-S7)
29mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
27 city33 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average
Crosstrek AWD - Manual 6-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
23 city29 hwy~$1,750/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2018 Subaru Crosstrek

38States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 10% of listings are there. But with 38 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2018.

Buying a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek a good car to buy?

The 2018 Subaru Crosstrek has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is visibility/wiper, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek?

Fuel economy ranges from 25 to 29 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $290 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek?

VISIBILITY/WIPER is the number-one complaint area for the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, based on 193 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2018 compare to other Subaru Crosstrek years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Subaru Crosstrek model years. Visit the Subaru Crosstrek buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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