It's crazy how much more an entry level car is in the United States. The Subarus hold their value well there and that'll still cost less to fill than here.
8:49 "TOO-lee" I'm on the fence between the Crosstrek and the Impreza 5-door, the Impreza having an advantage in that it is lower for access to the roof carrier and higher fuel economy ratings, and the lower MSRP is a big plus, and I like the Impreza color palette better, but the Crosstrek just seems more versatile overall. I would definitely go for the heavier-duty carrier bars. My tandem bike is an old-school model (Santana Elan, 1987-model), comes in about 50 pounds. A rear carrier turns your bikes into your back bumper. When I go in for the test drive I'll have to carry two dog kennels sized for my medium-size (50-pound) dogs. Subaru offers a number of pet safety accessories
For the modest increase in price for the 'trek you will see significant upgrades. Alot of the stuff you see on the mid trim imprezas are standard on the trek. If you look at the crosstrek as a trim package for the impreza and price it out that way, you will probably wind up going with the trek. Plus it looks way better, but that's just my opinion.
I added a HF cargo basket ($90) to the roof,(when needed...easy on/off) cheaper than the "big boys", but still rated 150#. Also put LED low-beams in for $30 (Auxito) and rubber "diamond" style door sills from HF (easy mod). 4x$3 self stik. "Cupeez" door hndl protectors ($30). A back-seat organizer from Galls keeps small items secure...$30 for police-type (hangs on head-rest). My '22 6MT is a base model that I've improved with JBL speakers/sub as well, and some "light" cosmetic tweaks......Just came back from Tampa, this car drove perfectly at 75 mph most of the way on I95 to NYC...2500 miles...31 mpg. With A/C on the whole way!
I am really curious where did you get that rear bumper protector thats on the back, iv been looking for one thats not one of these folding once but plastic and hopefully not $60+
thanks for the video, Felix! i hope to pick up my '22 Premium 6MT next weekend -- already have several of the mods you've listed, waiting to be installed. one thing worth mentioning... if you opt for the auto-dimming mirrors, i think the light sensor is on the back of the rear-view mirror, on the passenger side... so mounting a dash cam there would block it. i'm mounting mine on the driver's side, because the SD card slot would face toward me for easier removal anyway... :) again, great video, appreciate the tips!
Awesome video, I have a 2023 premium crosstrek in the same color, trim, and transmission on order in California! I think I’m going to get 8/10 or these upgrades 😂 most tasteful beginner upgrade video I’ve seen yet!
Did you end up picking up the car?? I just came up on exactly what you described in California and they told me it was special ordered and never picked up!! Lol if that's you, thanks bruh.
@@GabrielPerez-uz4bc haha yep and I’ve been loving it! I think I have something like 2.8k miles on the clock already! And snow driving is a blast in it!
Thanks for the video, it is great. A lot of passion, only subie owners develop. I had many cars in my life, but only when I bought my first Subaru, a 2012 XV, started I to be obsessed about a car. Later changed to a 2018 XV cvt and I don't think I would buy any other brand anymorre. Does anyone have any experience with dash cam and eyesight?
Hey we actually have a lot of the same modifications, I also recommend adding led strips underneath the footwell (using permanent outdoor double sided tape), people loooove it and always comment on it. Also recommend getting an AAWireless dongle to plug into the usb port, it gives you androidauto wireless (if you use android) and it frees up your phone to to be fast charged directly from the cigarette lighter port.
I have a 2021 sport, and didn’t like wires hanging around, i bought a wireless Apple CarPlay dongle (Anyfar 5ghz) AND a wireless charger that fits like a glove, i like the button that stop the charging when my phone gets too hot Second mods were full carpet , a little more expensive than weathertech but they cover the whole carpet
Great stuff but I ordered from the he factory package # 14 and #5 they included rear cross traffic alert,blind spot monitoring,power driver seat and moon roof on my 2021 premium. The #5 option package is more of a protection one,rubber floor mats front and rear,rubberized rear hatch tray and rear seat back protector
These are all good. Love the cup holder hero and curt hitch. You missed one IMHO...the new strut hood mod to hold the hood instead of the cheap stick. Definitely worth every bit of the $35.
Thanks for the tips! I bought mine a few months ago. I find it a fun little car to drive and I like the feel of it. 2 things I regret and did not consider before purchasing is that it does not have an auto lift gate option nor any way to add a handle inside. If you are car camping, you can’t use the back to get out. Huge deal for me as I had an auto one inside at the lift gate, one upfront by the steering wheel and also in my remote key in my previous car so I was spoiled. My previous car was a 2004 and I just assumed in all these years that it would be standard and a safety option as well. I was wrong. The other is thing is not a not as significant nor hindrance of operation but the horn is annoying, lol. I think twice about sounding it off as I’m embarrassed by it…just a personal thing.
there are video's on youtube of installations for a button to open the back from inside. i'm no mechanic but it seems fairly simple, just gotta buy the wire splitters and run wiring to a button placed through a hole in the interior paneling. the channel is Tom the Dilettante
Ah, a fellow Connecticut-plate Crosstrek! Fun stuff! I didn't realize they changed the shape of the center console lid/armrest, but it looks like the interior part where that tray drops in is the same. I also have a receiver with the overkill weight capacity, though with a different brand. It's nice to have the larger opening in the receiver since it's easier to adapt down if an attachment isn't the right size. I have a bike holder thing that wouldn't have fit a smaller one.
Great video, Felix! I just got a Forester and have been looking for some quality of life upgrades. I think most of these ideas will fit my car as well. Thanks!
I just got my own 6 spd 2022 Crosstrek! How do you deal with the rev hang? You should make a video about the drivability of the car and your thoughts. Maybe include how you get around the rev hang
Congrats on your new car Brandon! I would definitely say the Crosstrek manual is not the easiest manual I've ever driven for sure, but I can tell you that the gearbox got significantly nicer to use around 750 miles or so. You just have to get used to the rev hang and time your shifts right :) I'll make a video on this
@@brandonorozco6192 I just replaced my manual transmission fluid in my 2019 Crosstrek (55k miles) with a high quality fluid and I’m really enjoying the change. Things are just smoother.
Thanks for this awesome video. While I understand people that want to do all the off-roading, camping and rugged upgrades all of these practical affordable upgrades you have shared are right up my alley. Enjoy the Crosstrek! Just bought mine.
@@ericcarson342 Got the 2.5. Test drove and it seemed adequate but it wasn't loaded up and drove mostly flat terrain. I'd opt for the 2.5 if you could.
I just bought a Motorola M1 for my Crosstrek. So much better than messing with a cable, I don't even take my phone out of my pocket. The cables (or very possibly my phones) get where they don't want to run Android Auto and I have to keep messing with the connection. And a couple of weekends ago, I was on a gravel road and my phone would move around and unplug.
That dash cam will corrupt the eyesight system for those Subarus that have the system. I have the automatic with eyesight(I’ve shifted enough in my lifetime) so my Crosstrek has eyesight. I had to install one that would mount just behind the cameras. Just a word of wisdom for those with automatics.
I ran my dashcam through the joint at the top of the pillar and along the outside edge tucked under the rubber. No wiring showing except coming from the unit.
Does the trailer hitch reduce your ground clearance? If so, how much? Nice video. Subaru's skimp on arm rests. They need arm rests like those on Honda Ridgelines.
You can put the wiring connector for the trailer through the trunk to the bottom of the vehicle that way you don't have to pinch the wiring with the hatch
Good video my man. How do you like the manual shift on the Crosstrek and is it anything like the VA chassis WRX(I could see the Reverse Lock-Out Ring on your shifter)?
This is great Felix! I definitely see myself getting some of these, I just got a 23 crosstrek…think the cup holders and center console will fit my car? Thanks!
How’s the fuel mileage ?? Acceleration and rpm at speed in different gears ?? Can you go uphill in 6th at 60-70mph ?? Great review appreciate your modifications.
I get 31 US MPG with quite mixed driving. Acceleration is acceptable, car isn't fast but I don't need it to be! Yes you can tackle hills easily with some planning. Thanks for watching :)
Your dashcam looks like it lays flat against the windscreen, is that the case? If so, how did you mount it like that? Where does the power wire lead to? Easy to install? Getting a 23' Crosstrek later this year. Thanks for the video.
I am just starting out car camping in my 2019 Crosstrek and am wondering if there is anything that can be done so I can open the hatchback from the inside? I see that there is a small little square in the hard plastic near the locking mechanism that can maybe be cut out. Not sure if that is there for this reason or not. Have you any knowledge on this? Liked this video very much.
yes you can put a button in that square. If you remove the trim from the hatch you’ll see the wires you need to splice into. I did that on a 2016. game changer for camping.
Your dash cam and ezpass are in front of your eyesight cameras which will impact the ability of those cameras to work (often times they detect these as obstacles)
how did you add the manual? 🤔 Every single Crosstrek in a 300 mile radius of me (in 2019) was the dreaded CVT. if I could have found a Premium 6-spd, I would have bought that over the WRX I ended up in.
@andrewdonohue1853 actually the 2.0 Liter manual & the CVT have nearly identical 0 - 60 & 1/4 mile times and speed. The manual tricks you into thinking it's quicker/faster.
It's crazy how much more an entry level car is in the United States. The Subarus hold their value well there and that'll still cost less to fill than here.
8:49 "TOO-lee"
I'm on the fence between the Crosstrek and the Impreza 5-door, the Impreza having an advantage in that it is lower for access to the roof carrier and higher fuel economy ratings, and the lower MSRP is a big plus, and I like the Impreza color palette better, but the Crosstrek just seems more versatile overall.
I would definitely go for the heavier-duty carrier bars. My tandem bike is an old-school model (Santana Elan, 1987-model), comes in about 50 pounds. A rear carrier turns your bikes into your back bumper. When I go in for the test drive I'll have to carry two dog kennels sized for my medium-size (50-pound) dogs. Subaru offers a number of pet safety accessories
For the modest increase in price for the 'trek you will see significant upgrades. Alot of the stuff you see on the mid trim imprezas are standard on the trek. If you look at the crosstrek as a trim package for the impreza and price it out that way, you will probably wind up going with the trek. Plus it looks way better, but that's just my opinion.
I added a HF cargo basket ($90) to the roof,(when needed...easy on/off) cheaper than the "big boys", but still rated 150#. Also put LED low-beams in for $30 (Auxito) and rubber "diamond" style door sills from HF (easy mod). 4x$3 self stik. "Cupeez" door hndl protectors ($30). A back-seat organizer from Galls keeps small items secure...$30 for police-type (hangs on head-rest). My '22 6MT is a base model that I've improved with JBL speakers/sub as well, and some "light" cosmetic tweaks......Just came back from Tampa, this car drove perfectly at 75 mph most of the way on I95 to NYC...2500 miles...31 mpg. With A/C on the whole way!
accessories not modifications
Exactly!
You must be fun at parties….
Modification means to change something. Hes spot on.
He used accessories to modify his car.
I am really curious where did you get that rear bumper protector thats on the back, iv been looking for one thats not one of these folding once but plastic and hopefully not $60+
Fr I want that badly
thanks for the video, Felix! i hope to pick up my '22 Premium 6MT next weekend -- already have several of the mods you've listed, waiting to be installed. one thing worth mentioning... if you opt for the auto-dimming mirrors, i think the light sensor is on the back of the rear-view mirror, on the passenger side... so mounting a dash cam there would block it. i'm mounting mine on the driver's side, because the SD card slot would face toward me for easier removal anyway... :) again, great video, appreciate the tips!
mine is behind the mirror and it doesn't block the auto dim or eyesight!
@@KoolMB hey can I ask if you installed by yourself or took help? I am looking for a video to install dash cam without blocking those eyesight thingy.
Awesome video, I have a 2023 premium crosstrek in the same color, trim, and transmission on order in California! I think I’m going to get 8/10 or these upgrades 😂 most tasteful beginner upgrade video I’ve seen yet!
Did you end up picking up the car?? I just came up on exactly what you described in California and they told me it was special ordered and never picked up!! Lol if that's you, thanks bruh.
@@GabrielPerez-uz4bc haha yep and I’ve been loving it! I think I have something like 2.8k miles on the clock already! And snow driving is a blast in it!
Great video, I am ordering a few of these parts for my Subaru. Cheers!
I put a hitch on my 2016. It pulls my 4x8 trailer, pulls my sailboat, hauls my bicycles, and holds a multi-mount winch.
Thanks for the video, it is great. A lot of passion, only subie owners develop. I had many cars in my life, but only when I bought my first Subaru, a 2012 XV, started I to be obsessed about a car. Later changed to a 2018 XV cvt and I don't think I would buy any other brand anymorre.
Does anyone have any experience with dash cam and eyesight?
You forgot this modification - the bull bar - ua-cam.com/video/qhiZpMyV0Vo/v-deo.html&lc=Ugzehi9xthmveoo1QOp4AaABAg
That was a lot of soy
Hey we actually have a lot of the same modifications, I also recommend adding led strips underneath the footwell (using permanent outdoor double sided tape), people loooove it and always comment on it. Also recommend getting an AAWireless dongle to plug into the usb port, it gives you androidauto wireless (if you use android) and it frees up your phone to to be fast charged directly from the cigarette lighter port.
I have a 2021 sport, and didn’t like wires hanging around, i bought a wireless Apple CarPlay dongle (Anyfar 5ghz) AND a wireless charger that fits like a glove, i like the button that stop the charging when my phone gets too hot
Second mods were full carpet , a little more expensive than weathertech but they cover the whole carpet
Great stuff but I ordered from the he factory package # 14 and #5 they included rear cross traffic alert,blind spot monitoring,power driver seat and moon roof on my 2021 premium. The #5 option package is more of a protection one,rubber floor mats front and rear,rubberized rear hatch tray and rear seat back protector
These are all good. Love the cup holder hero and curt hitch. You missed one IMHO...the new strut hood mod to hold the hood instead of the cheap stick. Definitely worth every bit of the $35.
Thanks for the tips! I bought mine a few months ago. I find it a fun little car to drive and I like the feel of it. 2 things I regret and did not consider before purchasing is that it does not have an auto lift gate option nor any way to add a handle inside. If you are car camping, you can’t use the back to get out. Huge deal for me as I had an auto one inside at the lift gate, one upfront by the steering wheel and also in my remote key in my previous car so I was spoiled. My previous car was a 2004 and I just assumed in all these years that it would be standard and a safety option as well. I was wrong. The other is thing is not a not as significant nor hindrance of operation but the horn is annoying, lol. I think twice about sounding it off as I’m embarrassed by it…just a personal thing.
What was your 2004 car?
@@sevensabrina Lexus Rx 330
there are video's on youtube of installations for a button to open the back from inside. i'm no mechanic but it seems fairly simple, just gotta buy the wire splitters and run wiring to a button placed through a hole in the interior paneling. the channel is Tom the Dilettante
Ah, a fellow Connecticut-plate Crosstrek! Fun stuff! I didn't realize they changed the shape of the center console lid/armrest, but it looks like the interior part where that tray drops in is the same. I also have a receiver with the overkill weight capacity, though with a different brand. It's nice to have the larger opening in the receiver since it's easier to adapt down if an attachment isn't the right size. I have a bike holder thing that wouldn't have fit a smaller one.
Great video, Felix! I just got a Forester and have been looking for some quality of life upgrades. I think most of these ideas will fit my car as well. Thanks!
I just got my own 6 spd 2022 Crosstrek! How do you deal with the rev hang? You should make a video about the drivability of the car and your thoughts. Maybe include how you get around the rev hang
Congrats on your new car Brandon! I would definitely say the Crosstrek manual is not the easiest manual I've ever driven for sure, but I can tell you that the gearbox got significantly nicer to use around 750 miles or so. You just have to get used to the rev hang and time your shifts right :) I'll make a video on this
@@fgardner This is wonderful news! I'm really struggling haha. Thanks!
@@brandonorozco6192 I just replaced my manual transmission fluid in my 2019 Crosstrek (55k miles) with a high quality fluid and I’m really enjoying the change. Things are just smoother.
@@scooter1916 oh very cool what brand did you get?
where did You find the extended center console arm rest.? great extended "shelf" for the arm. Mine just is a very small square platform. Please advise
Have concerns with those clone crossbars…. The threads stripped easy making it not clamping properly….
I dont recommend those headrest hooks. just imagine if the car got hit at the back, and you are pushing towards those hooks. Destination 10.
Thanks for this awesome video. While I understand people that want to do all the off-roading, camping and rugged upgrades all of these practical affordable upgrades you have shared are right up my alley. Enjoy the Crosstrek! Just bought mine.
Which did you get? 2.0 or 2.5 ? Is 2.0 sufficient?
@@ericcarson342 Got the 2.5. Test drove and it seemed adequate but it wasn't loaded up and drove mostly flat terrain. I'd opt for the 2.5 if you could.
@@turo3066 Awesome. Thank you for response. That is helpful input.
Thank you! Your video is awesome! Ideas for my car now! ❤
I just bought a Motorola M1 for my Crosstrek. So much better than messing with a cable, I don't even take my phone out of my pocket. The cables (or very possibly my phones) get where they don't want to run Android Auto and I have to keep messing with the connection. And a couple of weekends ago, I was on a gravel road and my phone would move around and unplug.
Hella Horns are a must to wake up all those texters on the road lol
They dod come in manual in Australia. The cvt is 🐕 💩
Can you add the turbo to the 2.5 models
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What a time-saver, Felix! Thanks for the explanations and shopping list...invaluable!
The wife and I just got the driver and passenger side front windows tinted to match the manufacture rear windows looks even nicer.
How did you not get the JDM Subaru coin holder drawer?!
The Subaru god himself on my video! Life complete
@@fgardner 😂🤣😂🤣
The wind deflectors are more worthwhile as rain deflectors.
I have a 2018 premium 6 speed manual same colour I have same crossbars fantastic and I like the storage tray inserts. Awsome video!
thats more like add ons not no modifications..thumbs up on the vid
Very good video! Thanks for sharing your upgrades! 👍
Interior underglow or trim LEDs would make for a killer upgrade.
likely to work on older models? recently got a 2015 xv hybrid
looks like i found my model for the cupholder and console
Shmee, is that you?
That dash cam will corrupt the eyesight system for those Subarus that have the system. I have the automatic with eyesight(I’ve shifted enough in my lifetime) so my Crosstrek has eyesight. I had to install one that would mount just behind the cameras. Just a word of wisdom for those with automatics.
Did you ever think of changing the interior yellow lights to LED ones? You probably missed that...
Definitely thought about it! I don't hate the current interor lights but I might do it...
Red is fun.
Great video...additional suggestion? How about a hood protector/deflector? I didn't notice if you had mud flaps??
Good suggestions! I'll definitely check these out... Thanks for watching ;)
Paint the roof and the leading edge of the hood with Herculiner or similar.
Save your engine life, alternator and battery life by getting an Auto Stop/Start eliminator.
How do you route the trailer light wires out the back to the trailer? Can you just shut the hatch with it coming out through the weatherstripping?
Spot on, well done.
I ran my dashcam through the joint at the top of the pillar and along the outside edge tucked under the rubber. No wiring showing except coming from the unit.
I am surprised you didn't have the CarQiWireless Charger 🙃
Does the trailer hitch reduce your ground clearance? If so, how much? Nice video. Subaru's skimp on arm rests. They need arm rests like those on Honda Ridgelines.
Good vid. I like the 6 speed,just got a 2023 Base w/6 speed
Good job, and great video, Felix!
(from Spain)
You can put the wiring connector for the trailer through the trunk to the bottom of the vehicle that way you don't have to pinch the wiring with the hatch
Good video my man. How do you like the manual shift on the Crosstrek and is it anything like the VA chassis WRX(I could see the Reverse Lock-Out Ring on your shifter)?
Watch my last video on selling the Crosstrek mate! I explain about the gearbox there
I said "wow" when I saw the stick shifter.......
Bro sold me on every single one😭. Im abt to go drop a bag
Nice Crosstrek. Love the NY EZ Pass.
This is great Felix! I definitely see myself getting some of these, I just got a 23 crosstrek…think the cup holders and center console will fit my car? Thanks!
I am fairly sure they will be the same and will fit! Thanks for watching
How’s the fuel mileage ?? Acceleration and rpm at speed in different gears ?? Can you go uphill in 6th at 60-70mph ?? Great review appreciate your modifications.
I get 31 US MPG with quite mixed driving. Acceleration is acceptable, car isn't fast but I don't need it to be! Yes you can tackle hills easily with some planning. Thanks for watching :)
Your dashcam looks like it lays flat against the windscreen, is that the case? If so, how did you mount it like that? Where does the power wire lead to? Easy to install? Getting a 23' Crosstrek later this year. Thanks for the video.
It’s a certain type of dashcam that mounts like that. Check my other video for dashcam install, it goes to the fuse box.
I am just starting out car camping in my 2019 Crosstrek and am wondering if there is anything that can be done so I can open the hatchback from the inside? I see that there is a small little square in the hard plastic near the locking mechanism that can maybe be cut out. Not sure if that is there for this reason or not. Have you any knowledge on this? Liked this video very much.
yes you can put a button in that square. If you remove the trim from the hatch you’ll see the wires you need to splice into. I did that on a 2016. game changer for camping.
Very informative video! Is that a Tudor on your wrist, looks fantastic?
It’s a Submariner 16610 :) Thanks for watching!
Your dash cam and ezpass are in front of your eyesight cameras which will impact the ability of those cameras to work (often times they detect these as obstacles)
Manual cars don’t have eyesight
I keep a tissue box in that slot
Love what your car
Check out Sound Skins
Great video!
Very noisy car
how did you add the manual? 🤔 Every single Crosstrek in a 300 mile radius of me (in 2019) was the dreaded CVT. if I could have found a Premium 6-spd, I would have bought that over the WRX I ended up in.
i ordered mine. subaru can keep their CVT. i have a 6 speed manual. the CVT is also quite a bit more sluggish, unacceptably slow i think.
@andrewdonohue1853 actually the 2.0 Liter manual & the CVT have nearly identical 0 - 60 & 1/4 mile times and speed.
The manual tricks you into thinking it's quicker/faster.
Thank you! 🙂
Holy guacamole
perfectt
Great vid Felix!
fantastic
The head rest hooks link is wrong ^^
Fixed! Thank you Sir
Curious, what is the white device on your windshield above the mirror? ☺
It's a toll tag for here in the New York area in the USA :)
Those are some great ideas without rebreaking the bank. My CT Premium 6MT is due in Feb 19th. I’m psyched!
😎👍
I have my Crosstrek manual coming on 2/18. I have not owned a manual in a decade, but I think I’ll love as much as previous cars.
@@hilltopperblog Awesome! We’ll both be in Crosstrek heaven about the same time.
🤠👍
@@jeffrey3498 And celebrating the fact that we got in on the final days of the manual transmission vehicle.
@@hilltopperblog I know! Getting the last model year of the 6MT is cool.
😎👍
I don't think you know the meaning of modification. Also, you over explain everything.
Great video mate. ✌️