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Where is the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek built?

The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek is built at two main production locations: in Japan for a broad global supply and in the United States to serve the North American market. This dual-sourcing approach reflects Subaru’s manufacturing footprint and market demand as of 2024.

To understand where the Crosstrek comes from, it's helpful to know that Subaru keeps most of its manufacturing footprint centralized in Japan for global shipments while maintaining U.S. assembly capacity to support American buyers. The exact production site shown on a given car can depend on the model year, trim level, and regional distribution, but the two primary hubs are widely reported and reflected in official sources and vehicle documentation.

Production hubs for the 2024 Crosstrek

Two main production hubs handle the Crosstrek for different markets. The following list identifies these core locations and their roles.

Gunma Prefecture, Japan — primary production site for Crosstrek models destined for many global markets and export shipments.

Lafayette, Indiana, United States — production site for Crosstrek models built for the North American market.

These two facilities together represent Subaru’s dual-sourcing strategy for the Crosstrek in 2024, balancing global supply with U.S. demand.

Details by site

Gunma Prefecture, Japan

Subaru’s Gunma-based facilities handle a substantial portion of Crosstrek production for export to multiple regions, including Asia, Europe, and Oceania, as well as continuing to support global demand. Vehicles produced here typically carry a label indicating they were assembled in Japan, reflecting the plant’s role as a key global assembly hub. The Gunma operations leverage Subaru’s AWD and boxer-engine platforms, aligning with the Crosstrek’s compact crossover design and all-weather capability.

Lafayette, Indiana, United States

The Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) plant in Lafayette is the U.S. assembly site for Crosstrek models built for the North American market. This facility also assembles other Subaru models for the region and serves as Subaru’s primary domestic production line to meet U.S. demand. U.S.-assembled Crosstreks typically appear with a “Made in USA” designation on the Monroney label, reflecting local manufacturing for American buyers.

Note: The country of assembly can appear on a vehicle’s window sticker and may vary by year, trim, and market. In some cases, portions of the Crosstrek line-up may be distributed from different plants based on supply, demand, and production planning.

How to tell where your Crosstrek was built

Look at the vehicle window sticker (Monroney label) on a new Crosstrek: it will indicate either “Made in Japan” or “Made in USA” along with the manufacturing plant location. This helps buyers understand the origin of their specific vehicle and aligns with Subaru’s two-network production approach.

Summary

As of 2024, the Subaru Crosstrek is produced in two primary locations: Gunma Prefecture, Japan, for global/ export production, and Subaru of Indiana Automotive in Lafayette, Indiana, for the North American market. This dual-site strategy supports both international distribution and U.S. demand, with the window sticker serving as the clearest indicator of a particular Crosstrek’s assembly origin.

Which is better, the Toyota RAV4 or the Subaru Crosstrek?

The better SUV depends on your priorities: choose the Toyota RAV4 for more power, greater interior and cargo space, and a strong reputation for reliability. The Subaru Crosstrek is the better choice for standard all-wheel drive, off-road capability, a lower starting price, and a more modern interior design.
This video compares the Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Crosstrek to help you decide which one is right for you: 59sAutomotive Anonymous YouTube · Jan 12, 2025
Toyota RAV4

Performance: Offers a more powerful engine with quicker acceleration and slightly better fuel economy, especially in the hybrid model.
Space: Provides more interior space for passengers and a significantly larger cargo area.
Reliability: Has a stronger reputation for long-term reliability.

Subaru Crosstrek

Standard AWD: Comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, while the RAV4 requires a higher trim for AWD.
Off-road capability: Features higher ground clearance and standard off-road features like X-MODE and a higher ride height, making it better for trails and rough terrain.
Value: Has a lower starting price, which can be more budget-friendly.
Interior: Features a more modern design with a large vertical touchscreen, though the materials may feel less premium than the RAV4.

Are Subaru Crosstreks made in America?

Yes, some Subaru Crosstrek models are made in the USA, specifically at the Subaru of Indiana Automotive plant in Lafayette, Indiana. However, some models, like the Base and Premium trims, are manufactured in Japan. For model years 2024 and later, higher trims like Sport, Limited, and Wilderness are produced in the US, while the base and premium models are made in Japan. Hybrid models are also assembled in Japan.
You can watch this video to learn about the manufacturing plants for Subaru Crosstrek: 30sDiscerning CarsYouTube · Oct 13, 2024

Made in the USA: Sport, Limited, and Wilderness trims are manufactured in Lafayette, Indiana. This has been the case since the 2024 model year.
Made in Japan: Base and Premium trims are made in Gunma, Japan. Crosstrek Hybrid models are also assembled in Japan.
Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA): The Lafayette, Indiana plant is Subaru's only manufacturing facility outside of Asia and produces several other U.S.-market models like the Outback, Legacy, and Ascent.

Why is Subaru discontinuing the Crosstrek?

Subaru is not discontinuing the Crosstrek model line entirely, but the Crosstrek Hybrid (PHEV) was discontinued in the U.S. due to slow sales and Subaru's strategic shift toward new hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) platforms that will be shared with Toyota. Subaru is still producing the standard Crosstrek and is developing new hybrid and EV models based on its new Global Platform, which will offer a new hybrid system for the Crosstrek in the future. The discontinuation of the manual transmission option was also driven by declining demand.
This video discusses the reasons behind the discontinuation of the Crosstrek Hybrid and Subaru's future plans for electrification: 46sAlex PrestigiacomoYouTube · Jun 9, 2025

Hybrid model discontinued: The Crosstrek Plug-In Hybrid was dropped after a short run in the U.S. because it only accounted for a small percentage of total sales.
Strategic shift to new platforms: Subaru is focusing on developing new hybrid and EV models using its new Global Platform, which is designed to accommodate these powertrains. The company is working with Toyota on future EV platforms to improve profitability and innovation.
Manual transmission phased out: The manual transmission option was discontinued due to declining sales, as a small percentage of buyers opted for it compared to automatic transmissions.
Standard Crosstrek remains available: The gasoline-powered Crosstrek continues to be a popular and available model.
Future hybrid return: Subaru has stated that it will launch a new hybrid Crosstrek in the future, likely with a new hybrid system and on the new Global Platform.

This video explains the changes coming to the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek, including updates to the powertrain options: 55sAlex PrestigiacomoYouTube · Nov 4, 2024

Which Subaru Crosstreks are made in Japan?

All non-Hybrid Crosstrek models are produced in the United States, while the Crosstrek Hybrid is produced in Japan.

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