Subaru’s 2019 Crosstrek has award winning technology
Subaru of America, Inc. has introduced the 2019 Crosstrek model line. The second-generation Crosstrek now has Subaru’s award-winning EyeSight Driver Assist Technology on all trim levels and received new features and services for SUBARU STARLINK In-Vehicle Technology.
In its third year of production, Crosstrek has become Subaru’s third best-selling model. The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek will be offered in three trim levels: 2.0i base, 2.0i Premium and 2.0i Limited when it arrives at retailers later this Summer.
With safety as Subaru’s top priority, EyeSight Driver Assist Technology is now available on all 2019 Crosstrek trim levels. EyeSight features include Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management; Adaptive Cruise Control; Lane Departure and Sway Warning; and Lane Keep Assist. Crosstrek has been named an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick for seven years running (2012–18) and the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek received the highest possible rating of “Superior” for front crash prevention from IIHS when equipped with EyeSight.
Every Crosstrek is equipped with standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, Active Torque Vectoring and 2.0-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® engine that delivers 152-hp and 145 lb-ft of torque. Base and Premium trim levels are offered as either a 6-speed manual or Lineartronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). CVT models have X-MODE and Hill Descent Control for enhanced performance in low-friction and off-road conditions.
BOLD DESIGN
The 2019 Crosstrek combines a bold design and highly capable chassis with 8.7-in of ground clearance for versatility in both off-road and city driving. The Crosstrek 2.0i base comes equipped with 17-inch alloy wheel in black with machine finish, roof rails and black side cladding. The interior has black simulated carbon fiber finish on the center dash panel as well as the front and rear door panels, in addition to a standard gloss black rear roof spoiler.
The fun-to-drive Crosstrek comes with an array of standard features including 6.5-inch STARLINK Multimedia system with Android™ Auto and Apple CarPlay™; power windows with auto-up/auto-down on both driver and passenger sides; 60/40-split fold-down rear seat; power door locks and side mirrors; multi-function display with fuel economy information; remote keyless entry system, tilt and telescoping steering column; security system with engine immobilizer; carpeted floor mats; and more.
All 2019 Crosstrek models include seven airbags including driver and front passenger frontal airbags, side curtain airbags and side pelvis/torso airbags as well as a driver’s knee airbag.
TECHNOLOGY
In-Vehicle Technology provides hands-free connectivity and entertainment through the vehicle’s multimedia or navigation system.
All STARLINK Multimedia systems offer a high-resolution touchscreen; smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Aha™, and Pandora®; Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio streaming connectivity; AM/FM stereo; and Rear Vision Camera as standard.
The 6.5-inch multimedia system in the Premium adds a single-disc CD player; SiriusXM® All Access Radio and SiriusXM Travel Link®. The 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus adds to voice activated controls for phone and Near Field Communication to the list of features.
The top-of-the-line 8.0-inch Multimedia with Navigation adds navigation powered by TomTom, voiced activated navigation, and over-the-air updates.