Into The Wilderness
The Subaru Crosstrek has long captured the imagination of SUV fans around the country. And while the Crosstrek platform continues to impress year after year, things changed in 2021 when Subaru introduced the Wilderness trim.
While the Crosstrek itself remained wildly popular, the Wilderness trim gained traction and became something of a phenomenon in itself. With the release of the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek and all its trims, we've been getting questions about how the two models in question are different.
Below, we'll dive into the differences and similarities between the two with the hope that we can help you find the one that's right for you. In the meantime, if you're interested in a mid-size crossover SUV instead of a subcompact one, we'd recommend the new 2025 Subaru Outback for sale in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. It came out earlier this year and initial reviews have been fantastic.
What kind of car is the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek?
The 2025 Crosstrek is a subcompact SUV. If you're looking for a frame of reference, you can compare it to cars such as the Hyundai Kona, the Mazda CX-30, the Honda HR-V, and the Toyota Corolla Cross.
However, if compact SUVs are more what you're looking for, we'd recommend a new 2025 Subaru Forester for sale in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas.
What kind of car is the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness?
Because it's a trim addition to the Crosstrek lineup, the Wilderness is still very much a subcompact SUV. However, its more outdoorsy build lends itself to comparison with other players such as the Ford Bronco Sport or the Jeep Compass Trailhawk.
What are the main differences between the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek and the Crosstrek Wilderness?
Here are some key differences between the two:
Exterior
The Wilderness trim boasts a higher ground clearance of 9.2 inches compared to the 8.7 inches on the classic Crosstrek. In addition, the Wilderness trim has unique styling elements to set it apart from the classic trim such as copper accents and a matte black grille. It also boasts all-terrain tires, which of course, are more than just a styling element.
Interior
Given its more outdoorsy approach, the Wilderness trim has StarTex water-repellent upholstery, making it easier to clean after outdoor adventures.
Performance
This is where the biggest difference between the two shows itself. The Wilderness offers slightly better acceleration and off-roading, along with a higher towing capacity of 3,500 lbs compared to the classic Crosstrek's 1,500 lbs.
Which one should I go for?
It boils down to what you'd like your Crosstrek to do for you. If you're planning on driving through the city most of the time, we'd recommend the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek for sale in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. On the other hand, if you'd like your Crosstrek to deliver perfect outdoor performance, our recommendation would be a Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness for sale in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas.
In either case, you know you're making a great decision!
