First Drive: Subaru Crosstrek – a formidable off-road vehicle in a compact package

We put Subaru’s latest crossover to the test to find out how it performs on and off road as a secondary farm vehicle or company vehicle for those in allied agricultural industries

James Huyton
Machinery and Farm Technology Specialist
clock • 5 min read
The Subaru Crosstrek Touring – price as tested: £36,995
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The Subaru Crosstrek Touring – price as tested: £36,995

Launched to replace the outgoing XV model, the new Subaru Crosstrek looks to offer off-road prowess in a compact package. From the outset, it is fair to say this vehicle is not going to match a pickup...

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