Yes. Unlike its competitors where AWD is an expensive add-on or unavailable, Subaru’s Symmetrical AWD is standard equipment on every single trim. This system provides permanent, balanced power to all four wheels for superior traction in rain or snow.

The Hatchback is the more popular choice, offering 55.3 cubic feet of maximum cargo space with the seats down—nearly double the storage of the Sedan. However, the Sedan offers a more traditional silhouette and a slightly lower starting price point.

Yes. The 2023 model is one of the last to offer a 5-speed manual gearbox, available on the Base (Sedan/Hatch) and Sport (Hatch) trims. Note that manual models do not include the EyeSight® safety suite, as that system requires the CVT to function.

The Boxer engine has a horizontal layout with pistons that move side-to-side (like a boxer punching). This allows the engine to sit lower in the car, lowering the center of gravity for better handling and reducing vibrations by naturally canceling them out.