2019 Jeep Renegade vs. 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Engine Specs

The 2019 Jeep Renegade is noticeably more powerful than the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek:

• Jeep Renegade Engine Performance – The base engine on the Renegade is a 1.4L MultiAir® Turbo 4-cylinder engine that generates 160 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. You also have the option to upgrade to a 2.4L Tigershark® MultiAir® 2.4-cylinder engine, which bumps output to 180 hp and 175 lb-ft of torque.
• Subaru Crosstrek Engine Performance – The only engine that’s available on the Subaru Crosstrek is a 2.0L 4-cylinder that makes just 152 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque.

Off-Road Capabilities

You can get both of these SUVs with features like AWD and hill descent control, but the 2019 Jeep Renegade seriously outclasses the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek when it comes to off-road performance. That’s because, unlike the Crosstrek, the Renegade can be fitted with:

• Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System with Auto, Snow, Sand, and Mud modes
• Jeep Active Drive Low 4×4 System with 20:1 crawl ratio and Rock mode

Standard Features

Both of these SUVs come standard with Bluetooth® hands-free calling, a touchscreen interface, a rearview camera, and full power features. However, the Jeep Renegade gets a standard 6-speaker audio system, while the standard audio system on the Subaru Crosstrek has only four speakers.