The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is many things. Safe. Spacious. Practical. It’s also a capable compact SUV for towing around Monterey! Thanks to a 1,500-pound towing capacity, there’s a lot you can tow around Watsonville and Santa Cruz with a Subaru Crosstrek. Learn more with Santa Cruz Subaru!

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Towing Capacity Explained

Watsonville drivers looking for most Subaru Crosstrek models will get a 1,500-pound towing capacity, even on entry-level trims. It’s when you choose the hybrid Crosstrek model when you’ll sacrifice some towing capacity in the name of increased efficiency:

• 1,500-Pound Maximum Towing Capacity: This SUBARU BOXER® 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine boasts 152 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque, and equips the Crosstrek with the maximum towing capacity. It’s also the standard engine in the 2021 Crosstrek lineup.
• 1,000-Pound Towing Capacity: Looking for more efficiency? Find it in the Crosstrek hybrid 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® engine with 137 hp and 134 lb-ft of torque. You will have to give up 500 pounds of towing capacity to get it, though.

Looking for more ways to optimize your Crosstrek towing capacity and functionality? Choose the Trailer Hitch and Ball Mount accessories (200 lbs tongue weight), and add on the Trailer Hitch Cap for keeping your towing kit clean and out of the way when you don’t need it.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Towing Features

Tow more on Aptos roads with your 2021 Subaru Crosstrek thanks to the following standard and available towing-friendly features:

• Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive: This feature is widely-beloved by Capitola drivers for providing increased traction and stability for improved handling and quicker response. It also, however, complements the Crosstrek towing capabilities.
• Vehicle Dynamics Control: This feature uses sensors to monitor vehicle behavior at all times, applying braking power and/or torque reduction to help correct the vehicle if drifting or swaying is detected.
• High-Strength Steel Body Structure: High-strength steel is used to give the Subaru Crosstrek superior structural rigidity, which helps when towing around Santa Cruz.
• Brake Assist: Brake assist technology senses when you make an emergency braking maneuver and applies maximum brake pressure to ensure you stay safe — something that can be especially helpful if you’re towing in your Crosstrek.
• Available X-MODE®: this feature optimizes the engine, transmission, and more for better traction during slippery road conditions.
• Available Hill Descent Control: This feature is standard with X-MODE® and helps you stay at a constant speed for more control on steep descents.

Helpful 2021 Crosstrek Cargo Solutions

The Subaru Crosstrek doesn’t just help you tow more, it also helps you carry more inside, thanks to these standard cargo specs:

• Cargo Space with Rear Seats Up: 20.8 cubic feet of cargo space (15.9 cubic feet in the Hybrid trim)
• Cargo Space with Rear Seats Down: 55.3 cubic feet of cargo space (43.1 cubic feet in Hybrid trim)

If that weren’t enough, the Crosstrek also includes something most competitors in the subcompact SUV class don’t: standard raised roof rails. Hook crossbars and cargo-management accessories up on top of those, and you’ll be set to carry everything from your luggage to your adventure-ready gear, like bikes, skis, or kayaks.

Find Your 2021 Crosstrek at Santa Cruz Subaru
Ready to learn all about the new 2021 Subaru Crosstrek towing capacity, specs, and features? Contact us today here at Santa Cruz Subaru in Capitola. We’re happy to tell you more about the Crosstrek by answering all your questions, and we can also accompany you on a test-drive around Scotts Valley or Aptos when safe.

What is the towing capacity on the 2020 Subaru Crosstrek? What features will help make towing safer on Capitola and Watsonville roads? Santa Cruz Subaru has the answers. Learn more about the Subaru Crosstrek towing capacity of 1,500 pounds, as well as its performance features, and find out what this compact SUV can do.

Towing Capacity: 2020 Crosstrek Engines

You have two towing capacities available on the new Subaru Crosstrek that matches the needs of Aptos and Monterey drivers:

• 1,500-pound maximum towing capacity: Standard 2.0L DOHC four-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® engine with 152 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque.
• 1,000-pound towing capacity: Available hybrid 2.0L DOHC four-cylinder SUBARU BOXER® engine with 137 hp and 134 lb-ft of torque.

Be sure to get the Trailer Hitch and Ball Mount accessories (200-pound tongue weight), and add on the Trailer Hitch Cap for keeping your towing kit clean and out of the way when you don’t need it.

2020 Crosstrek Towing Features

There are plenty of features in your new Subaru Crosstrek to help you stay safe when towing heavy loads on and off Santa Cruz roads:

• High-Strength Steel Body Structure: For durability, rigidity, and vibration resistance.
• Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive: Offers maximum traction and stability for improved handling and quicker response.
• Brake Assist: If an emergency braking action is detected, maximum brake pressure is immediately applied.
• Vehicle Dynamics Control: Sensors constantly monitor vehicle behavior, and if any sway or drifting is detected, braking power and/or torque reduction is used to help correct the vehicle.
• Available X-MODE®: Optimizes the engine, transmission, and more for better traction in slippery road conditions.
• Available Hill Descent Control: This feature comes with X-MODE® and maintains a constant vehicle speed for more control on steep descents.

Additional Cargo Solutions

If you’re maxed out on towing capacity, you still have plenty of storage space inside:

• Cargo Space With Rear Seats Up: 20.8 cubic feet of cargo space (15.9 cubic feet in the Hybrid trim)
• Cargo Space With Rear Seats Down: 55.3 cubic feet of cargo space (43.1 cubic feet in Hybrid trim)

In addition, the standard raised roof rails make it easier to load up the top of your car. Explore genuine Subaru accessories to check out rooftop carriers and mounts for whatever equipment you need to haul.

Upgrade Your Towing Capacity at Santa Cruz Subaru

Still want to know more about Subaru Crosstrek capabilities, features, or even its interior? Check this compact crossover further with a test drive at Santa Cruz Subaru, or see how it outclasses the 2020 Honda HR-V. Contact us with any questions or to schedule a visit today!