Crosstrek Hybrid Among Top Plug-In Hybrids for 2023

Is the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Worth Buying? 

There was once a time not too long ago when your options for a hybrid vehicle were limited. These days, however, more and more car manufacturers are adopting hybrid technology. Your options for a hybrid vehicle in 2023 are more plentiful than ever before.

Subaru is one such automaker that is leading the charge in hybrid mobility these days, with the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid being a desirable option. Of course, we are biased. We love our Subaru models. But not everyone who loves them is biased, as is the case with U.S. News & World Report.

Best Hybrid Cars for 2023

The publication recently included the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid among its list of the top plug-in hybrid models for 2023. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, a plug-in hybrid is a vehicle with the same efficiency benefits as a hybrid, except that it can also operate in all-electric mode for a short time. This allows you to use electric capability for short trips and charge the battery at home overnight. It’s just one more way to save on fuel.

[Read more: Understanding Hybrid vs Electric Models]

But what makes the Crosstrek Hybrid worthy of being included on this list? Well, for one, it has 35 mpg combined. Even with that efficiency, it manages to deliver 148 horsepower from its combination powertrain consisting of a gasoline engine and two electric motors. The model also comes well-equipped with the latest auto tech and a comfortable interior, despite starting at an affordable MSRP of $36,845. 

Of course, we can’t forget about the plug-in aspect of this hybrid. It offers a fully electric range of 17 miles before needing to be charged. You won’t be going on any all-electric road trips, but it’s possible you may be able to complete weekend errands or even your daily commute without the need to use any gas. Just charge the vehicle up overnight so you have a full battery in the morning.

There are many more reasons to consider a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, so to experience them all, contact us at Subaru of Rochester to schedule a test drive.