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Subaru Crosstrek vs Toyota Yaris Cross – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Subaru Crosstrek or Toyota Yaris Cross fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota Yaris Cross has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23700 £, while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29800 £. That’s a price difference of around 6129 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Yaris Cross manages with 4.50 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru Crosstrek has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Yaris Cross is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 10.70 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Crosstrek performs somewhat better – reaching 198 km/h, while the Toyota Yaris Cross tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 28 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is clearly perceptible lighter – 1180 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 415 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Yaris Cross offers clearly perceptible more room – 397 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Crosstrek performs a bit better – up to 1314 L, which is about 217 L more than the Toyota Yaris Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Yaris Cross slight takes the win – 510 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Yaris Cross proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Yaris Cross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Toyota Yaris Cross

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 4.8 L

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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Toyota Yaris Cross

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The Toyota Yaris Cross takes the jaunty personality of the Yaris and gives it a taller stance and a bit more practicality, so you get city-friendly agility with added SUV presence. It’s easy to live with, economical on the daily grind, and smartly packaged — a sensible pick for buyers who want fuss-free transport with a touch of character.

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Toyota Yaris Cross
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Costs and Consumption

Price
29800 - 34900 £
Price
23700 - 34300 £
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
174 g/km
co2
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1595 - 1628 kg
Curb weight
1180 - 1290 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
4495 mm
Length
4180 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1600 mm
Height
1595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Max trunk capacity
1097 L
Payload
472 - 505 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
198 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1490 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the Subaru Crosstrek?

The Subaru Crosstrek is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.