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2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 25–31 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2017. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek at a glance
The 2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek covers 5 model years in the EPA database (13 configurations in all), rated 25–31 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2017, costs about $2,290 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD (29 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. The best combined rating in the generation, 31 MPG, was reached in 2015 and 2016.
2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Gas | 26–29 MPG | $2,290–$2,550 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas, Hybrid | 26–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,550 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas, Hybrid | 26–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,550 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–30 MPG | $2,160–$2,570 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 25–28 MPG | $2,360–$2,570 | First year |
What the 2017 Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD costs to drive
Per month
$191
$2,290 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.82
Per 100 miles
$15.27
Five years
$11,450
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$600less a year
Class median $2,890 a year, MY2017
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Subaru Crosstrek MPG
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration moves from 31 to 29 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,110 to $2,290, $180 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Automatic (AV-S6) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,290 |
| Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,550 |
2016 Subaru Crosstrek MPG
26–31 MPG · $2,110–$2,550/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,110.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XV Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Automatic (AV-S6) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,290 |
| XV Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,550 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XV Crosstrek Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 29 | 33 | 31 | $2,110 |
2015 Subaru Crosstrek MPG
26–31 MPG · $2,110–$2,550/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration moves from 30 to 31 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,160 to $2,110, $50 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XV Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Automatic (AV-S6) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,290 |
| XV Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,550 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XV Crosstrek Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 29 | 33 | 31 | $2,110 |
2014 Subaru Crosstrek MPG
25–30 MPG · $2,160–$2,570/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 30 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,360 to $2,160, $200 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XV Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,360 |
| XV Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,570 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XV Crosstrek Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 29 | 32 | 30 | $2,160 |
2013 Subaru Crosstrek MPG
25–28 MPG · $2,360–$2,570/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XV Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 32 | 28 | $2,360 |
| XV Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD Manual 5-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,570 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD: $3,110 in California and $2,000 in Texas, a $1,110 difference.
- California $3,110
- Washington $2,880
- New York $2,290
- Florida $2,160
- Texas $2,000
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2017 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2013-2017 (GP)
- 2018-2023 (GT)
- 2024-2027* (GU)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek get?
EPA rates the 2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek at 25–31 MPG combined across 13 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2016 XV Crosstrek Hybrid 2.0L 4-cyl AWD, is rated 31 MPG (29 city, 33 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 25–29 MPG; Hybrid: 30–31 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek?
The XV Crosstrek Hybrid 2.0L 4-cyl AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 31 MPG, in 2015 and 2016. The lowest top rating, 28 MPG, was in 2013.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2013-2017 Subaru Crosstrek?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Subaru Crosstrek per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD costs about $2,290 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $2,290–$2,550 a year. That is a $260 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2017 Subaru Crosstrek 100 miles?
About $15.27 per 100 miles for the Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $15.27 and $17.00 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD is rated 26 city and 33 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek compare with other small SUV configurations?
The Crosstrek 2.0L 4-cyl AWD costs about $2,290 a year to fuel, $600 less than the class median of $2,890, and less than 9 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 198 rated small SUV configurations for MY2017, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek different from the 2016 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 31 to 29 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,110 to $2,290, $180 more. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2017 against 3 configurations for 2016. See the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek for that year.