• Amazing off-road. Or off-map. 

  Explore the trails you could never reach before with the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness. Featuring standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, 9.3 inches of off-road ground clearance, a 180-horsepower SUBARU BOXER^® engine, 3,500 pounds of towing capacity, and a new heated steering wheel, the 2026 Crosstrek Wilderness brings off-road capability, advanced comfort, and rugged style to adventurous new places.

• Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

  Discover new places with the legendary capability of standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. With its uniquely balanced design, Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive creates uniform stability and delivers an optimal distribution of power for maximum traction in virtually any weather, road, or trail condition.

• A Compact SUV Engineered for Adventure

  Unique 17-inch Wheels plus All-Terrain Tires

  17-inch matte black-finish alloy wheels add powerful, practical style, while Yokohama GEOLANDAR^® all-terrain tires deliver improved traction on mud, snow, gravel, and rock.

• A Compact SUV Engineered for Adventure

  9.3 Inches of Ground Clearance with Underbody Protection, Improved Angles, and Dual-Function X-MODE^®

  The Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness rises above rough terrain and adverse conditions with 9.3 inches of ground clearance, standard underbody protection, and unique bumpers that help improve approach and departure angles. Standard dual-function X-MODE provides settings that can optimize traction for varying conditions including dirt, deep snow, and mud.

• A Compact SUV Engineered for Adventure

  SUBARU BOXER Engine and Revised Drivetrain Gearing

  Get the power to conquer rough terrain with a 180-horsepower, 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine and revised gearing including a shorter final-drive ratio for improved low-speed climbing — up to a 38-degree grade — and a stronger rear differential.

• A Compact SUV Engineered for Adventure

  Get 3,500 Pounds of Towing Capacity in the Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness

  Whatever your next adventure demands, the Crosstrek Wilderness lets you haul the gear you need and more with 3,500 pounds of towing capacity, capability Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona and Toyota Corolla Cross can’t even approach.

• A Compact SUV Outfitted for Exploration

  With protective cladding, 9.3 inches of ground clearance, and front and rear bumpers designed to avoid trail obstacles, the Crosstrek Wilderness is functionally engineered for rugged adventure. But when you add its Anodized Copper-finish accents, hexagon-pattern LED fog lights, and the available Geyser Blue paint exclusive to Wilderness vehicles, it all combines to create a one-of-a-kind design that’s a perfect match for out-of-the-way places.

• Exterior

  Standard Roof Rails

  The standard roof rails on the Crosstrek Wilderness can handle a static maximum load of up to 700 pounds for bikes, kayaks, or even a rooftop tent. Extra tie-down points provide even more cargo-hauling versatility so you can bring along whatever gear your adventure requires.

• Exterior

  Anti-Glare Hood Design

  The Crosstrek Wilderness features a matte-black hood decal that helps reduce glare for a better view of the trail and adds an extra element of style.

• Thrive in the Wilderness

  There may be rough terrain outside, but inside the Crosstrek Wilderness you’ll find a comfortable, convenient home away from home. A new heated steering wheel brings premium comfort to chilly elevations. The interior features durable Gray StarTex^® upholstery designed to resist the elements, stylish contrast stitching, a helpful LED cargo lamp, and eye-catching Anodized Copper-finish accents to create a modern, adventure-ready cabin.

• Interior

  Durable Gray StarTex Upholstery

  The Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness interior features advanced duarable Gray StarTex upholstery for high-quality comfort and durability.

• Interior

  Subaru Multimedia System with Standard 11.6-inch Touchscreen

  The Crosstrek Wilderness features a Subaru Multimedia System with standard wireless Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto™ integration. The standard 11.6-inch high-resolution touchscreen features a stunning display and intuitive controls to effortlessly manage apps and entertainment. Standard wireless device-charging makes it even more convenient to charge and connect your smartphone.

• Standard EyeSight^® Driver Assist Technology

  The 2026 Crosstrek Wilderness features standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which monitors traffic movement, optimizes cruise control, and warns you when you’re swaying outside your lane. The automatic Pre-Collision Braking feature can apply full braking force and bring you to a complete stop in emergency situations. EyeSight and other safety features in the Crosstrek Wilderness have been calibrated to match its increased ground clearance and trail-ready upgrades.

• Dependable and Durable

  Value That Goes the Distance

  There are always more adventures down the trail in a Crosstrek Wilderness — 97% of Subaru Crosstrek vehicles sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today, more than the Honda HR-V or Toyota RAV4.