2027 Subaru Crosstrek: What’s New and Which Trim Is Right for You?

Shopping for your first SUV, or your first Subaru, usually starts with one question: which version do I actually need? With 2027 Subaru Crosstrek models now arriving, it’s a good time to compare all six trims side by side before you pick one.

The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek comes in six trims, from the $26,995 MSRP Base to the $35,995 Limited Hybrid, all with standard Symmetrical AWD and EyeSight. New for 2027, the Sport is hybrid-only, the Limited Hybrid adds a standard moonroof, and fresh colors arrive.

Our team at Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach helps Crosstrek shoppers from Milton, Pensacola, Panama City, and across the Emerald Coast find the right trim. This guide covers what changed for 2027, how every trim compares on price and features, and which one fits your commute, your weekends, and your budget.

Key Points: 2027 Subaru Crosstrek

• Every trim is ready for Gulf Coast weather. Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and EyeSight Driver Assist Technology come standard on all six 2027 Crosstrek trims, with no upgrade required.
• The biggest 2027 changes are in the hybrid lineup. The Sport is now hybrid-only, and the Limited Hybrid adds a standard power moonroof.
• Gas trim pricing holds steady. The Base, Premium, Limited, and Wilderness keep their 2026 starting MSRPs.

2027 Subaru Crosstrek: Trims and Pricing at a Glance

Six trims can feel like a lot when you’re new to Subaru. This table lines them up so you can see where the price steps happen and what each one adds.

Starting MSRPs are Subaru of America’s suggested retail prices for 2027 models and exclude destination and delivery, taxes, title, registration, options, and dealer charges. Towing applies when properly equipped. Contact Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach for current availability and pricing, or explore current offers.

Every gas-powered 2027 Crosstrek shares the same 180-horsepower engine, so stepping up buys comfort, technology, and capability rather than more power. The smallest step, Base to Premium, adds $1,000 in MSRP and the larger touchscreen. Here’s the surprise: the trail-ready Wilderness starts $200 below the Sport Hybrid, so choosing between them comes down to dirt roads versus highway miles, not budget.

What’s New for the 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?

Subaru kept the 2027 Crosstrek familiar and focused its updates on the lineup and paint. Here’s what changed from 2026:

• Sport goes hybrid-only. The gas-only Sport is discontinued, and the name lives on as the Sport Hybrid.
• The Limited Hybrid gets a standard power moonroof, a first for that trim.
• New colors arrive. Tidepool Teal Pearl replaces Alpine Green on gas trims, Sapphire Blue Pearl is now hybrid-exclusive, and Ignition Red replaces Pure Red and Lithium Red Pearl on the Limited Hybrid.
• Gas trim pricing carries over from 2026.

What stays the same matters too. Every gas 2027 Crosstrek runs a 180-hp, 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). A SUBARU BOXER engine is a horizontally opposed engine that sits low for a balanced, planted feel. Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive is Subaru’s full-time AWD system that powers all four wheels for steady traction on wet or sandy roads. Coming from an older Crosstrek with the 152-hp 2.0-liter? Subaru made the 2.5-liter standard on every gas trim starting with the 2026 model year.

2027 Subaru Crosstrek Trim Levels Compared

The 2027 Crosstrek Base covers the essentials with standard AWD, EyeSight, and dual 7.0-inch displays. From there, each trim adds a clear layer of technology, comfort, or capability.

2027 Crosstrek Premium: Everyday Value and Technology

The 2027 Crosstrek Premium starts at $27,995 MSRP and is where the everyday tech upgrades begin. Premium swaps the Base’s dual screens for an 11.6-inch Subaru Multimedia Plus touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You also get six speakers, LED fog lights, and raised roof rails that accept accessory crossbars for a kayak or paddleboard. EyeSight Driver Assist Technology is Subaru’s camera-based safety system that helps with adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and pre-collision braking. An available package adds blind-spot detection, heated front seats, a power driver’s seat, and a power moonroof. With that package, we think the Crosstrek Premium hits a sweet spot of features and price.

2027 Crosstrek Limited: Upgraded Comfort and Safety

The 2027 Crosstrek Limited starts at $32,995 MSRP. Compared with the Premium, the Limited adds comfort and more standard safety. Expect perforated leather-appointed seats, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a power driver’s seat, 18-inch wheels, and a wireless phone charger. Blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert, and Reverse Automatic Braking all come standard. The Crosstrek Limited also includes DriverFocus, a driver-monitoring system that uses an interior camera to spot signs of distraction or drowsiness. An available package adds a power moonroof and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.

2027 Crosstrek Wilderness: Built for Adventure

The 2027 Crosstrek Wilderness starts at $33,795 MSRP and is built for places past the pavement. Think forest roads in Blackwater River State Forest near Milton or sandy boat ramps on Choctawhatchee Bay. Wilderness raises ground clearance to 9.3 inches, up from 8.7 inches, and adds Yokohama GEOLANDAR all-terrain tires. X-MODE is a traction mode that adjusts the engine, transmission, AWD, and brakes for slippery or loose surfaces.

Every 2027 Crosstrek has dual-function X-MODE with Hill Descent Control, but the Wilderness adds front underbody protection and steeper approach and departure angles for rougher trails. Towing climbs to up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, enough for many personal watercraft or small fishing boats.

Is the Crosstrek Wilderness good for everyday driving? Yes. It shares the 180-hp engine with every gas trim, includes heated front seats, and adds StarTex, a water-resistant synthetic upholstery built for wet swimsuits and sandy paws. The trade-off is a few mpg from the all-terrain tires and shorter gearing.

2027 Crosstrek Sport Hybrid and Limited Hybrid: Range for Long Drives

The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek is available as a hybrid in two trims: Sport Hybrid from $33,995 MSRP and Limited Hybrid from $35,995 MSRP. Both use a series-parallel hybrid, a powertrain that can drive the wheels with a 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine, electric motors, or both. The result is 194 combined horsepower, the most in the Crosstrek lineup. Range reaches an EPA-estimated 630 miles per tank, enough for several Fort Walton Beach to Panama City round trips, depending on how you drive. Both hybrids add navigation, a 12.3-inch digital cluster, a power moonroof, and blind-spot detection. The Limited Hybrid steps up to StarTex upholstery and Harman Kardon audio.

Which 2027 Subaru Crosstrek Trim Should You Choose?

The right Crosstrek depends on how your week looks. Here’s a quick way to narrow it down:

• Budget-first driving: The Base delivers AWD, EyeSight, and the 2.5-liter engine at the lowest starting MSRP.
• Daily commuting: The Premium, ideally with the option package for blind-spot detection and heated seats.
• Comfort and technology: The Limited adds leather-appointed seats, a power driver’s seat, and more standard driver assistance.
• Outdoor adventures: The Wilderness brings 9.3 inches of ground clearance, all-terrain tires, and up to 3,500 pounds of towing when properly equipped.
• Long highway miles: The Sport Hybrid or Limited Hybrid pairs 194 horsepower with an EPA-estimated 630-mile range.

Need a third row? Our 2027 Subaru Ascent trim guide covers Subaru’s three-row SUV.

Test Drive the 2027 Subaru Crosstrek at Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach

Step One Subaru Fort Walton Beach is on Beal Parkway in Fort Walton Beach, FL, and we welcome Crosstrek shoppers from Milton, Pensacola, and Panama City. Browse our new Subaru Crosstrek inventory or Crosstrek Hybrid inventory online, then contact our team to schedule a test drive. Have a trade? Start your trade-in appraisal before you visit. We’ll confirm current availability and pricing on the trim you want.

The best way to find your match is behind the wheel.