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Subaru Crosstrek vs Jeep Wrangler comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 60,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Crosstrek or Jeep Wrangler?

Subaru Crosstrek vs Jeep Wrangler: Key differences

Subaru Crosstrek

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Jeep Wrangler

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Crosstrek

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Crosstrek is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Jeep Wrangler costs 60,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Subaru Crosstrek uses 7.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Jeep Wrangler with 11.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Wrangler

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Jeep Wrangler offers clearly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Wrangler is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Wrangler delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 218 Nm more.

Crosstrek

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Crosstrek is noticeably lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,938 kg. The difference is around 343 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Wrangler offers significantly more boot space – 533 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 218 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Wrangler carries only slightly more – 556 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Wrangler is slightly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 11.1 - 11.9 L/100km
Subaru Crosstrek
Jeep Wrangler

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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler wears its go-anywhere attitude on its boxy shoulders, with exposed hinges, a removable top and a look that practically dares the tarmac to get in its way. Inside it’s simple and tough-minded, ready to swallow muddy boots and weekend gear, so if you crave honest off-road thrills rather than refined suburbia polish, the Wrangler is your unapologetic partner in adventure.

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Subaru Crosstrek
Jeep Wrangler

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Price
60,800 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.1 - 11.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
174 g/km
co2
250 - 269 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,938 - 2,028 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
533 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 505 kg
Payload
546 - 556 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Jeep
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