Subaru Crosstrek I (facelift 2015) 2.0 (148 Hp) AWD Lineartronic
Subaru Crosstrek:
The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact crossover SUV produced by Subaru since 2012. It is a successor to the Outback Sport in the United States and Canada, and the Impreza XV globally. Like the Outback Sport, the Crosstrek is a lifted Impreza hatchback with minor differences, though with a more substantial lift than the Outback Sport.
Initially, the vehicle was marketed as the XV globally, and as the XV Crosstrek in the United States and Canada. In 2015, Subaru dropped the XV moniker in the United States and Canada, marketing it simply as the Crosstrek for the 2016 model year and onward. In 2022, Subaru introduced the third-generation model, using the Crosstrek nameplate globally for the first time....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2015) Overview:
Subaru Crosstrek (I (facelift 2015)). With 197 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9 l/100km). With a weight of 1450 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (148 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.1 L/100 km for its class.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 631 Liters.
Cons:
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XV Crosstrek I: 2013 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Subaru |
| Model: | Crosstrek |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (148 Hp) AWD Lineartronic |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV, Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 148 Hp @ 6200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 74.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 197 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | FB20 [Same engine] More details about the engine FB20 |
| Engine displacement: | 1995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, DAVCS |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9-7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 6.9-7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.8 kg/Hp, 102.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1445-1455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1470 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 631 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 21.1° |
| Length: | 4450 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1780 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1615 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2635 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2004 mm |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1525 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 220 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 18° |
| Departure angle: | 27.7° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Lineartronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 294 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 274 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |


















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