Subaru's Fuel Efficient Small SUVs

What did Consumer Reports say about the Subaru Forester and Subaru Crosstrek?

Recently, Consumer Reports released an update on the best small and compact SUVs for reliability and fuel efficiency. Once again, Subaru delivered in both categories with the 2023 Forester and 2023 Crosstrek.  Consumer Reports’ latest compilation was based on reliability ratings, a fuel consumption of 28 mpg or better, and road tests.  The 2023 Subaru Forester took top honors in the compact SUV class and the 2023 Subaru Crosstrek matched its larger sibling with highest scores of the subcompact SUVs.
 

What are the Most Fuel Efficient Small SUVs?

Consumer Reports compiled a list of their top rated fuel efficient and reliable compact and subcompact SUVs. The top three vehicles on their list includes the Subaru Forester, the Lexus NX Hybrid, and the Subaru Crosstrek. For those who are in the market for a new small or compact SUV this winter, Subaru wears the crown of the 2023 market.

How Fuel-Efficient are Subaru’s Small SUVs?

Industry leading fuel efficiency comes standard with 2023 Subaru vehicles. Outfitted with the 2.5 liter four-cylinder powerplant mated to the Continuously Variable transmission (CVT), the 2023 Subaru Forester came in second in fuel mileage tallying a combined mpg of 28.  Subaru's compact SUV registered a 20/38 city/highway mpg.  

The 2023 Subaru Crosstrek features the 2.5 liter four-cylinder Boxer engine mated to the Continuously Variable transmission (CVT), gets 27/34 mpg and 29 combined mpg.  Subaru’s 2023 Crosstrek models that are paired with the 2.0 liter motor and the CVT automatic saw fuel economy reach the 30 combined mpg mark, 28/33 mpg respectively.  The Crosstrek Hybrid boasted a 35 mpg and a 90 mpg-e combined rating.

Are Subaru’s Small SUVs Reliable?

Like fuel economy, Subaru’s reliability is legendary.  The Forester and the Crosstrek build on that reputation.  Both Subaru’s compact SUVs are expected to be much more reliable than their competitors.  The 2023 Forester and the 2023 Crosstrek both earned a predicted reliability score of 4/5 from Consumer Reports.
 

What Sets the Forester and Crosstrek apart from the Other Compact SUVs?

Consumer Reports lauded the high scores of the 2023 Subaru compact SUVs.  The 2023 Forester and the 2023 Crosstrek earned high praise in fuel mileage, reliability, performance, safety scores, and owner satisfaction.  Both models soar above off-road obstacles with 8.7 inches of ground clearance and standard all-wheel-drive.  The new dual function X-Mode makes traversing deep snow and mud with ease.  Both of Subaru’s small SUVs are available in 6 different trim levels to appeal to the widest range of drivers. Consumer Reports complimented the Subaru’s 2023 compact SUV offerings by emphasizing their outstanding fuel economy, ride comfort, responsive handling, visibility, spacious interior and simple controls. They also noted both Subarus are a good value for those looking for reliable and fuel efficient small SUVs to start 2023.

Test Drive the Fuel Efficient Subaru Forester and Crosstrek at Rafferty Subaru!

The experts have spoken, Subaru’s 2023 Forester and 2023 Crosstrek will give you great value thanks to their industry-leading reliability and fuel economy. Contact one of our friendly staff at Rafferty Subaru in Newtown Square to schedule your test drive today.