Research the 2013 XV Crosstrek - specs, colors, options, prices, photos, and details on all the Premium and Limited models an all new model available late summer 2012, the 2.0i XV Crosstrek, or just Crosstrek, is a crossover version of the Impreza 5 door hatchback. This is the 2013 2.0L XV Crosstrek page. Are you looking for the 2014 Crosstrek, 2013 Impreza? ON THIS PAGE About the Crosstrek, News, Updates  I Maintenance & Warranty  I  Safety  I  Option Packages and Prices  I  Dimensions  I  Specifications  I Standard Features  I  Features by model  I Options and Upgrades  I Interiors I  Colors I  accessories and parts and speed tests I  fuel economy comparisons I  Ordering a car - Scroll down for photos, then click for more photo pages:  Exterior Photos : Interior Photos : Options and Upgrades Photos : the NY Auto Show : Monroney window price stickers cars101.com is an unofficial Subaru research website by Joe Spitz, selling Subarus since 1996 - tangerine orange pearl on the move ****************************************************** Are you Buying in the Northwest, Wa, Or, Mt, Id, Ak? Please contact me, Joe Spitz, internet sales selling Subarus in the Puget Sound area since 1996  Contact - Thanks for visiting. If you like this site, please tell friends about it.  You are here- http://www.cars101.com/subaru/crosstrek/crosstrek2013.html,  v  8.24.14 always subject to change, correction.  comments, corrections, welcomed. All photographs, text, formatting © joe spitz :: unauthorized reproduction prohibited Cars101.com Homepage, Contact Joe Spitz,  Sitemap Please read - this independent, unofficial, unauthorized Subaru research site is happily created and maintained by Joe Spitz. It is designed to help you learn about Subarus. It is not sponsored, authorized,  supported or approved by Subaru or any dealer and is not connected to, affiliated with, or supported by a dealer. Always contact your local dealer. Inspect any car prior to purchasing. Use of this page indicates you understand information is always subject to change, correction, updating.

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logo on a tangerine orange car

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the doors open wide for really easy access
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Desert Khaki
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this 17" gray alloy wheel is standard on all Crosstreks. Its the only wheel available. With Yokohama Geolander all season tires
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playing in a puddle
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2013 Crosstrek and 2002 Impreza Outback Sport

Tangerine Orange Pearl	Desert Khaki
Venetian Red Crosstrek	Subaru Crosstrek, red shown
Satin White	Satin White with optional rear spoiler, rear bumper cover, splash guards
Marine Blue Pearl	Marine Blue Pearl with optional rear spoiler
Dark gray	ice silver with optional rear bumper cover
crystal black	crystal black
regular gas, 15.9 US gallons	all Crosstreks have fog lights with body color surround. Right side, tangerine orange shown
standard rear spoiler	optional rear spoiler
the outside mirrors are large and easy to see out of, and they're heated (part of the standard all weather pkg)	Marine Blue Pearl with optional body side moldings, splash guards
MISSING- no 2013 Crosstrek or Impreza has an upper windshield dark tint band. With the large angled windshield all Imprezas and Crosstreks have, the sun can be bright and a tint band is needed. Its easy to add aftermarket. Tangerine orange Crosstrek shown	CVT models have underhood insulation to reduce engine and transmission noise. The underhood insulation is available from Subaru dealers and can be put on the manual models. All models use a hoop prop to hold up the hood (visible on the left).
antenna on a car without satellite radio, navigation/gps has a slightly smaller base	antenna on a car with satellite radio, navigation/gps has a different base

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INTERIOR PHOTOS
Premium heater and ac controls with 4 speed fan	Limited with climate control heat and ac controls, 7 speed fan
Premium vinyl wrapped steering wheel, tilt, telescoping, with bluetooth phone, audio, cruise	Limited has a leather wrapped tilt and telescoping steering wheel with bluetooth phone, audio, cruise
Premium CVT, Crosstrek	storage with 12v power outlet in the center console, all models. Pen is for size
the XV Crosstrek comes with three chipped immobilizer keys- two have the integrated remote (one key shown), the third key is a valet key. Shown here is the optional remote engine start fob	the Limited 4.3" display stereo with AM/FM/HD, single CD, wireless streaming, USB, aux jack, rear view camera
Navigation/GPS, optional on all models. Premium shown (note 4 spd fan)	navigation is optional on all models and includes a rear view back-up camera. Premium shown (note 4 spd fan)
armrest with heated seat buttons. The standard All Weather Pkg includes heated front seats and outside mirrors, front wiper de-icers	the center armrest slides forward
both Crosstrek sunvisors have mirrors, they're not lit. This car has the standard rear view mirror, it doesn't have the optional auto dimming mirror. The standard center overhead console has 2 map lights and bluetooth cell phone microphone. The models with optional moonroof have the open/close controls in the center overhead console	XV Crosstrek driver controls on all models- dash light rheostat, and VDC off button. Ivory interior shown
Crosstrek Premium instrument panel is red lit at night. Both Premium and Limited steering wheel audio, cruise controls and stereo controls are all red lit	Limited model has upgraded instrument panel with off-white lettering. Both Premium and Limited steering wheel audio, cruise controls and stereo controls are all red lit

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options and upgrades
optional rear bumper cover step pad	optional sport mesh grill and front hood protector
XV Crosstrek overhead console shown with optional moonroof open/close buttons. The 2 map lights and bluetooth microphone are standard on all models. Shown with sun visor vanity mirrors (no lights).	optional trailer hitch,1 1/4 hitch, comes wired, with insert
optional Subaru XV Crosstrek 100w 110v power outlet is very accessible in the back of the center console	Optional body colored body side moldings. They help minimize door dings in the metal body.
khaki Subaru Crosstrek with optional bodyside moldings	optional side moldings, khaki color shown
optional power tilt/slide moonroof with retractable sunshade and pop-up wind/rain deflector. Hand measured 29" x 16"	all Crosstreks have roof rails, shown with optional crossbars with 32" center-to-center spread, 150 lbs
aftermarket Rally Armor brand mud flaps are larger than the optional factory splash guards	front wheel rally armor mud flap
10" Kicker subwoofer and cargo net shown on a WRX.	blank

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ABOUT THE 2.0I XV CROSSTREK

What is it...

In 1996 Subaru took a Legacy L station wagon and added 2.3" ground clearance (to 7.3"), added two-tone paint, alloy wheels, a bump in the roof, special seat fabric, and oversized fog lights and called it a Legacy Outback (later just known as the Outback).  Advertising featured very popular Australian actor Paul Hogan playing around in an Outback in the Australian Outback. Sales immediately took off.  Outback sales soared.
15 years later, in 2012, Subaru took an Impreza hatchback and added 2.7" ground clearance (to 8.7"), then added flashy alloy wheels, bulging plastic wheel arch moldings, fog light surrounds, a slightly larger gas tank, and called it a XV Crosstrek. Advertising featured a young man and his best-friend chocolate lab puppy growing older together. Sales immediately took off.

2013 2.0i XV Crosstrek is the first Impreza based crossover/SUV.
It is a slightly modified Impreza 5door hatchback.
It's the next step in the natural evolution of the Impreza Outback Sport (1993-2011), and 2.0i Sport (2012).
It has 8.7" ground clearance, strengthened suspension points, fender flares, larger gas tank, dark tinted windows,  and other upgrades.
It shares the body, interior, 2.0L engine, CVT transmission, and chassis of the Impreza 5 door but for advertising purposes is going to be marketed independently from the Imprezas as a separate model line.
It competes directly with the Impreza Sport 5 door.

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3/5/12 Crosstrek review
"The latest petrol version of the Subaru is expected to make its debut in the United States in the second half of 2012. Subaru is going to market this vehicle in the United States market as the XV Crosstrek.
Why no turbodiesel variant in North America?
The only factor that is bothering auto experts who have had the opportunity of test driving the diesel variant is the fact that this version is not being made available to the North American markets. The strange affinity that has been developed for the diesel variant can be understood if its key features are discussed a bit. The turbodiesel engine has been mated to a six-speed manual transmission gearbox generating 145hp power and a more than impressive peak torque level of 258lb-ft. The engine is responsive and has impressive torque; its lower center of gravity gives it the stability factor that is further enhanced by the all-wheel-drive feature that Subaru offers. These entire factors combine together to provide you with all the factors that you wish your car has, including superior fuel economy if compared to its petrol variant. Strangely, this model is still going to remain confined to the European markets....
An overall analysis of the Crossover Impreza shows that it does not have anything new to offer that we have not seen in the Impreza hatchback except for the fact that is a much higher vehicle, which also has a more aggressive stance that is provided by its boosted suspension. Crossovers are turning out to be the in-demand cars these days both in Europe and the United States; hence even if minor changes are provided, they are always regarded as important...
During test drives, the vehicle has shown that it is sufficiently capable to handle off-road conditions as well with significant efficiency. Hence, this could prove to be a factor that could drive consumers towards this crossover. The 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek can be best summed up as a vehicle that will be a solid performer with its all-wheel-drive feature that can provide you with a satisfying and smooth ride, thereby maintaining the tradition that is seen in most Subaru cars.  With just its petrol variant, Subaru expects to sell around 35,000 Crosstreks in the United States every year, which makes us wonder at the sales it could have achieved if the turbodiesel variant had also been brought in." read this entire article
1/22/12 Subaru Canada, Inc. today announced that it will exhibit the Subaru XV at the Canadian International AutoShow, being held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre this February 17-26. This is the first time the Subaru XV will be shown in Canada and it will be unveiled at the Subaru press conference, scheduled for 1:45 PM on February 16. The Subaru XV is a production vehicle currently being sold in other markets, but it’s being shown in Canada in order to gather feedback and input from Canadians.
1/16/12 - The XV is expected to be on sale in China mid February, 2012.
12/15/11 It is expected to have the same 2.0L as the 2012 Impreza.
11/16/11 Announced at the LA auto that the XV Concept  will be called the XV Crosstrek here in the US. It might continue to be called the XV overseas.
Impreza XV concept with 8+" ground clearance shown at the Frankfurt auto show September 2011.

. Recommended Maintenance on the 2013 Crosstrek subject to change, correction.  corrections welcomed. . click for the full 2013 maintenance schedule

. New Car break in period- 1,000 miles- keep RPMs mostly under 4000 (manual transmissions), vary speeds with a normal mix of city and highway driving, avoid hard starts/stops, let the engine idle briefly before driving. Be nice to it... it's new. Oil- 0w-20 synthetic oil is required (5.3 qts) Spark plug-  NGK SILZKAR7B11 1st oil change required at 7,500 miles or 7 mos. 3mo/3000 miles is generally recommended.  Oil change: at least every 7,500 miles or 7.5 months  using 0w-20 synthetic oil Tire rotation 7,500 miles or 7.5 months. Equal tread is required on all tires 15,000 miles - minor service, replace cabin air filter. Inspect fluids and engine air filter as necessary. 30,000 miles: Replace brake fluid and engine air filter. Inspect and replace other fluids, belts, hoses, spark plug wires as needed. Engine coolant replacement interval is 11 years. 60,000 miles  - Replace spark plugs. Repeat 30,000 (see above),  90,000 miles repeat 30,000.  Timing chain- no replacement interval Radiator coolant  Subaru Super Coolant, replace at 11 years or 132,000 miles. If topping off, be sure to use correct fluid. -

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Bumper-to-bumper: 3 years/36,000 miles Roadside assistance: 3 years/36,000 miles - call Cross Country Motor Club, 800-261-2155 Service adjustment (may be performed one time), 3year/36,000 Wear Item Warranty, 3year/36,000 mile, brake pads, clutch disc lining, wiper blades, remote battery. Powertrain: 5 years/ 60,000 miles Corrosion: 5 years/100,000 miles. 70% of the body is double sided galvanized steel  Wear and adjustment: 12 months/12,000 miles The warranty does not cover wear or damage due to abusive driving 800-261-2155 the roadside assistance phone number is on drivers window, also on 2 wallet cards included with the owners manual. Call 800 261.2155. Good for 36months, 36000 miles.

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front passenger airbag is on or depending if the seat is occupied. There is no on/off switch Ratings October 2012- IIHS says the 2013 Impreza is a Top Safety Pick
the child seat LATCH tethers are on the back of the rear seats	this Impreza 5 door was in a bad accident. You can see the hood bent, and the crumple zones accordianed, absorbing the energy and keeping the occupants safe
- All  Crosstreks have standard equipment includes... AWD all wheel drive, full time, all wheel, all speed VDC vehicle dynamics control,  electronic stability control TCS traction control system, all wheel all speed Airbags: Driver's knee airbag Airbags: Front airbags Airbags: Side airbags front  Airbags: Side Curtain Airbags, front and rear Rollover Sensor Front passenger airbag-  All 2013 Crosstreks, BRZs, and 2013/2012 Imprezas models use a front passenger seat Occupant Detection System called Electrostatic Capacitance Sensor ODS. When anyone is seated or when anything is placed on the front passenger seat, there is a change to that capacitance value. This change in capacitance value is what the Electrostatic Capacitance Sensor ODS uses to determine whether the front passenger seat airbag (SRS) will be ON or OFF. When water or anything with high moisture content is spilled on the front passenger seat cushion, the airbag is designed to remain OFF until the seat cushion is dry. This will also be the case if the passenger has moisture on their clothing, such as rain-soaked pants or rain gear. In each of these situations, the airbag status may remain OFF even if a passenger is seated. Everything that is placed on the seat will affect a change in capacitance value. Plastic, metals and other substances, even if at a heavy weight, will not change the OFF status of an airbag. A false electrical charge, for example, those caused by laptops that are processing data, cellphones that are on or even an electric device connected to a car charger can cause the airbag status to switch to ON EDR, Event Data Recorder information.  In the event of an impact, the EDR will freeze data including how various systems were operating, for example if seatbelts were buckled, if the gas or brake pedals were pressed, and vehicle speed. No personal data is stored. To read data, special equipment is required. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer (Subaru), other parties such as law enforcement that have the equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or EDR.  Existing laws generally provide that information in an EDR is confidential and is the property of the owner of the motor vehicle. Information is accessed through the airbag system using a Subaru service computer. >  Whiplash protection front seats  > Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) on all models > Headrests- front headrests are both tilt and height adjustable	all Crosstreks have, con't > Steering wheel tilt and telescoping function to get a comfortable position > Headlights are Auto-off with ignition key removal, warning chime with lights back on. > Collapsible foot pedals to reduce risk to feet in accidents > Brake assist increases the brake power when the driver initiates hard emergency pressure on the pedal. Brake assist generates the brake power according to the speed at which the driver depresses the brake pedal. Brakes: anti-lock 4 wheel disc brakes with EBD electronic brake force distribution, Brake assists for maximum brake pressure, and brake pad release return springs to prolong pad life. Brakes: Brake Override System, if gas and brake pedals are pressed at the same time, the brakes stop the car Brakes: brake return springs, helps eliminate some brake wear Brakes: EBD, electronic brake force distribution varies front/rear brake power Brakes: low-wear indicators on disc brakes (rear drums on 2.5i) 3 point lap and shoulder belts with Height Adjustable outboard shoulder harness for all (5) occupants. Internal Trunk Release, sedan, emergency inside-trunk release LATCH Child seat Tethers and Uniform Mounting Clips Childproof rear door locks and windows. Daytime running lights Crumple zones: front and rear Drop-down motor mounts Reinforced door beams: Dual front, single rear A Pillar reinforcing beam Oversize outside mirrors to minimize blindspots Links for more safety information: IIHS.org, SaferCar.gov

CARGO AREA DIMENSIONS AND MEASUREMENTS hand measured and subject to change and correction
cargo measurements	A width at lower gate opening 35" B cargo floor width behind wheel wells 53" C cargo floor width between wheel wells 42" D width of left rear seat 17" E width on top of wheel wells 49" F width in middle of rear gate opening 37" G cargo length to back of seat 31" H height of gate opening 29" I  cargo length to console heater controls 94" J height center cargo floor to ceiling 30" K cargo floor length to top of rear seat, not including headrests 55" L width of right rear seat 25"
width rear seats folded flat door armrest to armrest 50". Load height 31" hand measured, subject to change, correction,shown with optional rear seatback protector	A 30.5" to top of bumper, B 32.5" to top of lower gate (lift-over height) hand measured, subject to change, correction
height of rear seat cushion, hand measured 27". With rear seats folded flat, load height is 31" hand measured, subject to change, correction	the driver's seat is manually height adjustable
driver seat front-back measurement from brake pedal to front of seat cushion 12.75"-21.75". Shown at 21.75" Hand measured, subject to change, correction	the drivers seat goes from 25"-26.5" height adjustment to top of seat bolster. Thats a bigger adjustment than it might seem. Hand measured, subject to change, correction. Desert Khaki color shown (yes it was raining)
Crosstrek steering wheel telescopes in/out 25"- 26.5" from brake pedal,  and tilts up/down 17.5"-19" from floor Shown in the up position, and close to the dashboard Hand measured, subject to change, correction	Crosstrek steering wheel telescopes in/out 25"- 26.5" from brake pedal,  and tilts up/down 17.5"-19" from floor. Shown in the down position, and pulled away from the dashboard Hand measured, subject to change, correction
There is a lot of front seat legroom. the front passenger seat front/back adjustment is from 21.5"-24.5". Shown at 24.5". Hand measured, subject to change, correction	Crosstrek with scuba diving tanks

top 2013 Crosstrek interior photos
close-up of the black cloth showing part of the seat bolster and seat cushion	close-up of the ivory cloth
off black leather	the driver's seat is height adjustable with a manual pump-type handle.No lumbar adjustment
drivers seat, Limited with gray leather shown	driver's seat, beige interior with ivory cloth
gray interior, Premium CVT	gray interior, Premium manual trans
gray interior, Premium with optional navigation	ivory interior Premium CVT
gray interior, Limited with off-black leather shown and standard 4.3" display stereo	beige interior, Premium with ivory cloth shown
gray interior, Premium rear seat.	gray interior, Limited with rear armrest and cupholders

top Crosstrek Colors its very hard to get accurate colors and they change depending on the light, so always check the color in person subject to change and correction
all new color- Tangerine Orange Pearl	all new color- Desert Khaki, (beige)	Venetian Red Pearl	Ice Silver Metallic
Dark Gray Metallic	Satin White Pearl	Marine Blue Pearl	Crystal Black Silica