Do any Subaru Crosstreks come with leather seats?
Yes. Leather seats are available on higher Crosstrek trims, while base models come with cloth upholstery.
Subaru’s Crosstrek lineup has varied upholstery by model year and trim. Leather seating is most commonly associated with the Limited trim (and with certain hybrid configurations) and may appear as part of an optional leather-trim package on other trims in some years. This article outlines the current landscape and how to obtain leather seating on a Crosstrek.
Leather seating by trim and model year
The latest model-year Crosstrek lineup typically places leather upholstery in the Limited grade, with other trims generally using cloth. Exact availability can vary by year and market, so it’s best to check the specific build sheet or configurator for your region.
Here is a general guide to whether leather seating is included on each trim in the current model year.
- Base (2.0i): Cloth upholstery; leather not available.
- Premium: Cloth upholstery; leather not standard; in some years, a leather-upholstery option may be offered.
- Sport: Cloth upholstery; leather may be offered as an upgrade on certain configurations or model years.
- Limited: Leather-trim upholstery is standard in most recent years.
- Crosstrek Hybrid (where offered): Leather seating is typically available on Limited-equivalent trims; confirm exact configuration for the year.
In short, if you want leather seating, the most reliable route is to target the Limited trim (or its Hybrid counterpart) where leather is commonly standard. Other trims may offer leather only via optional packages or in specific years. Always verify with a dealer or the official Subaru configurator for the exact year you’re considering.
How to verify and upgrade
If you’re shopping for a Crosstrek and want leather, here’s how to verify and pursue an upgrade:
- Check the exact trim specification for the model year you’re interested in using Subaru’s official website or the dealership configurator.
- Ask the dealer about available leather upholstery packages or option boxes for the trim you’re considering.
- Review the window sticker (Monroney label) on a new vehicle or the monograph in a used-car listing to confirm upholstery material.
Dealers can also suggest if a leather-upholstery upgrade is possible via factory packages or regional options, and they can confirm any differences between cloth, leather-trim, and heated seats that might accompany leather in different trims.
Summary
Leather seating is not universal across the Subaru Crosstrek lineup. It is most reliably found on the Limited trim (and on some Hybrid versions), while base and mid-range trims typically come with cloth upholstery, with leather sometimes available only as an optional package in certain years. When shopping, verify the exact upholstery on the model year you want and consult the dealer for the most up-to-date, region-specific configurations.
Which Subaru models come with leather seats?
Many Subaru models offer leather seats in their higher trim levels, including the Outback (Limited and Touring), Forester (Limited and Touring), Ascent (Touring and Onyx Edition Touring), and Legacy (Limited and Touring). Specific availability depends on the model year and trim, with features like heated and ventilated front seats often included as standard on these luxury trims.
Subaru models with leather seats
- Outback: Leather is available on the Limited and Touring trims, with the Touring trim featuring a higher-grade Nappa leather with ventilation.
- Forester: The Limited and Touring trims come with leather-trimmed upholstery, and the Touring trim often includes additional features like heated front and rear seats.
- Ascent: The Touring and Onyx Edition Touring trims include Nappa leather-trimmed seating and ventilated front seats.
- Legacy: The Limited and Touring trims offer leather or Nappa leather upholstery.
Which Subaru Crosstrek has leather seats?
The Subaru Crosstrek with leather seats is the Limited trim level, available on models like the 2023, 2024, and 2025. In addition to leather-trimmed upholstery, the Limited trim also includes other features such as 18-inch alloy wheels, a power-adjustable driver's seat, and advanced safety features like Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.
Crosstrek trim levels with leather seats
- Limited: This is the top-tier trim that comes standard with leather-trimmed upholstery and a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat.
- Previous years: The Limited trim has also included leather seats in previous model years, such as 2023, notes Thelen Subaru.
Additional features on the Limited trim
- Wheels: 18-inch alloy wheels with a machine finish.
- Safety: Blind-Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Reverse Automatic Braking.
- Comfort: 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, heated front seats, and leather-wrapped steering wheel.
- Technology: Built-in navigation and an available Harman Kardon premium audio system.
- Exterior: Exclusive exterior accents and badging, and machine-finished wheels.
What is the lawsuit against the Subaru Crosstrek?
The class-action lawsuit that claimed Subaru's Starlink infotainment systems are defective has reached a final settlement. The agreement affects the 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Crosstrek, 2018 Legacy, 2017-2018 Impreza, and 2018 BRZ.
What's the difference between a crosstrek and a crosstrek premium?
The Crosstrek Premium trim levels have the same key features as the Base model but add many upgrades and enhancements. The Premium trim makes traveling anywhere around Covington easier thanks to standard LED foglights and let you carry more with standard raised roof rails.
