The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek isn’t trying to steal the spotlight with flashy gimmicks or luxury tech for the sake of it. Instead, it’s loaded with features that matter—stuff designed to make everyday driving easier, road trips more comfortable, and outdoor adventures a little more confident. For a subcompact crossover, the Crosstrek nails the balance between simplicity and usefulness better than most.

Smarter Infotainment, Cleaner Interface

Front and center is Subaru’s updated 11.6-inch portrait-style touchscreen, now standard on all trims above the base model. The vertical layout looks slick and functions well, taking a page from premium brands like Volvo. With better haptic response and a cleaner menu structure for 2025, it’s noticeably easier to use.

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, and any model with a big screen also gets wireless charging. Subaru’s Starlink multimedia system has been upgraded too—it now responds more naturally to voice commands and can receive over-the-air (OTA) software updates, which means your car’s tech can improve over time. Navigation models use TomTom’s mapping system, complete with live traffic updates and EV charger locations—a nod to future hybrid options.

EyeSight 4.0: More Eyes on the Road

Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology is standard on every 2025 Crosstrek, and it’s better than ever in its fourth generation. A new wide-angle monocular camera joins the familiar stereo setup, improving how the system sees and reacts to the world around you.

Highlights include:

• Adaptive Cruise Control with lane-centering
• Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
• Lane Departure Prevention
• Lead Vehicle Start Alert
• Rear Seat Reminder

The new setup processes information faster and reacts more smoothly, making lane-keeping and braking feel less abrupt and more natural in daily driving.

Ready for the Trail: Real All-Terrain Features

True to its adventurous spirit, the Crosstrek brings legit off-road support with its Dual-Function X-MODE (available on Sport and above). It helps manage traction on snow, mud, or steep terrain, working alongside hill descent control to keep things stable when the road gets sketchy.

For 2025, Subaru’s tweaked the throttle response in X-MODE, making it smoother and easier to modulate when grip is limited. When activated, the central screen displays real-time info like torque split, incline angle, and wheel slip—a helpful tool for weekend explorers.

Digital Dash and Driver Customization

On Limited and Wilderness trims, Subaru swaps out traditional gauges for a sleek 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. It’s customizable, letting drivers pick between different layouts—some focused on efficiency, others highlighting navigation or performance stats. EyeSight alerts and turn-by-turn directions now show up here too, so you don’t have to take your eyes off the road.

Also new is drive mode memory, which lets each driver save their preferred climate settings, seat position, audio choices, and EyeSight preferences. Perfect for families with multiple drivers sharing the Crosstrek.

Smarter Cabin Comfort

Tech in the Crosstrek isn’t just about screens. Subaru’s added a smart air distribution system that automatically adjusts airflow based on outside temperatures, directing warm or cool air where it’s needed most.

There’s also Cabin Pre-Conditioning via the Subaru app—so you can heat or cool the car before you even step outside. On higher trims, you’ll find a 360-degree camera system (a first for the Crosstrek), which makes parking and off-roading safer with front, corner, and rear views plus dynamic guidelines.

App Control and Remote Services

Subaru’s Starlink Connected Services go deeper in 2025. Through the mobile app, smartwatch, or home assistants like Alexa, you can:

• Remotely start or stop the engine
• Lock or unlock the doors
• Flash the lights or honk the horn to find your car
• Get diagnostic alerts and schedule service
• Use geofencing and vehicle tracking for teen drivers or valet mode

It’s a strong remote suite—especially handy for families or tech-savvy drivers who like staying connected to their vehicle.

A Better Listening Experience

If you care about sound, the Harman Kardon premium audio system on the Limited and Wilderness models will make a difference. With eight speakers, a dedicated subwoofer, and a 432-watt amp, it delivers clarity and punch. Thanks to improved sound insulation around the doors and firewall, the cabin stays quieter—giving your playlist or podcast some room to breathe.

There’s also ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control, and redesigned seats with improved lumbar support, which all contribute to a more refined, comfortable experience behind the wheel.

Future-Proof Tech, Delivered OTA

One of the smartest upgrades for 2025? Expanded over-the-air update capability. It’s not just infotainment—certain vehicle control systems can now be updated remotely. Subaru plans to roll out new features and improvements like downloadable drive modes, navigation enhancements, and EyeSight refinements as the platform evolves.

Technology That Makes Sense

The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek doesn’t try to wow you with overly complex tech—it just gives you what you need, and makes sure it works well. It’s smart, it’s useful, and it’s built for people who live in the real world—people who might be commuting on Monday and hitting the trail on Saturday.

If you want modern features without luxury pricing, the Crosstrek makes a strong case. It’s proof that tech doesn’t have to be flashy to be good.