Chevrolet Trax vs Subaru Crosstrek
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Subaru Crosstrek
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | Base |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,600 (best) | $26,995 |
| Lowest listing price | $7,676 (best) | $14,998 |
| Median listing price | $25,596 (best) | $29,134 |
| Highest listing price | $30,617 (best) | $39,337 |
| For sale now | 238 (best) | 82 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 16.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 137 hp | 180 hp (best) |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I3 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 54.1 cu ft (best) | 19.9 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,983 lbs (best) | 3,296 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 106 in (best) | 105.1 in |
| Length | 178.6 in (best) | 176.4 in |
| Width | 71.8 in (best) | 70.9 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 62.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet TraxLS | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Trax | Subaru Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $21,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $26,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 1RS $23,100 MSRP | Premium $27,995 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $23,100 MSRP | Limited $32,995 MSRP |
| 4 | 2RS $25,300 MSRP | Wilderness $33,795 MSRP |
| 5 | ACTIV $25,300 MSRP | Sport Hybrid $33,995 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Limited Hybrid $35,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
Chevrolet Trax238 for sale
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Subaru Crosstrek82 for sale
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Chevrolet Trax vs Subaru Crosstrek FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Chevrolet Trax vs 2027 Subaru Crosstrek on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Chevrolet Trax starts lower at $21,600. Live Chevrolet Trax listings start at $7,676. Live Subaru Crosstrek listings start at $14,998.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Trax leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (36).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek leads on horsepower in this comparison (194).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Chevrolet Trax or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Chevrolet Trax vs 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Trax (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).