2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness review // Really more capable?

This is a Motormouth couple car review of the all-new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness subcompact SUV. The last time we saw the Wilderness model was at the New York Auto Show. Now we are in Sedona, Arizona to drive it. The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness has a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine matched to a CVT with a CVT oil cooler to increase towing capacity to 3500 pounds. It has 182 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, standard AWD. The engine features a lower final drive ratio for improved low speed climbing up to a 38 degree grade and a stronger rear differential. The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness model comes standard with dual function X-mode, 9.3” of ground clearance, a retuned suspension, 17” black wheels with all-terrain tires, body cladding, unique bumpers, roof rails with copper accents and a lower front skid plate for added protection. The cabin features all-weather soft touch upholstery with yellow accents, the Wilderness logo embossed on the front seats and all-weather rubber floor mats that are easy to clean. Other features on the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness include a 4.2” gauge cluster, an 11.6” touchscreen with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, a 10-way power driver seat with lumbar support, 4-way adjustable manual passenger seat, a wireless charger, a 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system and EyeSight Driver Assist Technology. The Wilderness is priced at $40,710 CAD/$32,195 USD. Andrea Instagram   / motormouth_andrea   Zack Instagram   / motormouth_auto