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2020 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 Crosstrek Hybrid.

Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is equipped with an automatic transmission utilizing variable gear ratios and carries zero recalls alongside 68 total owner complaints, with visibility and wiper systems accounting for the top reported issue. Within the 2016-2022 production span, this model year’s complaint volume sits between the 2016 high of 131 reports and the 2021 low of a single complaint. This positioning suggests moderate reliability for this generation relative to the broader model history.

Model year202020192016

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque89 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA efficiency36/35/35 MPGeEPA · verified
EPA electric range480 miEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 390 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 390 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/60R17 98HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length176 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height63.8 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Curb weight3190 lb
Track (front / rear)61 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined36 / 35 / 35 MPGe
Electric range480 mi
Charge time (240V)2.0 hr
Electric motor88 kW AC Induction
Energy use38.0 kWh/100mi
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 89 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 31.0 ft-lbs.

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs13.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug31.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.04-1.16 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46YF
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance390 cca

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque20.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 99.6 ft-lbs; Rear: 81.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque20.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 99.6 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 8.66; Rear: .335
Maximum Drum DiameterParking Brake: 6.732

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
189.0 inch lbs., Step 2: 16.089 in
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
159.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60°±5°59 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 30-35°22 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Inside Bolts 1-1026 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 12,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Clutch Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Clutch Hydraulic System (drain & refill) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Wheel Bearing (inspect)
Every 72,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
At 137,500 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Hybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid sits in a stable, low-complaint phase of this generation's federal record, with zero NHTSA complaints, one recall, and one open investigation — identical to the 2019 model year that preceded it and nearly matching the 2021 and 2022 model years that followed. This represents a dramatic shift from the 2016 model year, which logged 131 complaints and 348 technical service bulletins, suggesting Subaru addressed earlier-generation issues before the hybrid variant arrived. TSB counts tick up modestly from 127 in 2019 to 128 in 2020, then to 129 and 131 in subsequent years, indicating incremental service updates rather than emerging systemic problems. The top complaint areas — Visibility/Wiper (29), Power Train (7), Unknown/Other (6), and Electrical System (5) — along with six crash-associated complaints, warrant attention during pre-purchase inspection, though the data does not specify root causes for these categories. Overall, the 2020 model year occupies a favorable position in the generation's arc: it benefits from post-2016 refinements while showing none of the complaint escalation seen in later years. For a used hybrid Crosstrek, 2020 is a solid choice — just ensure the single recall has been addressed and have the electrical and powertrain systems checked given their presence in the complaint data.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
386
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
68
Owner complaints
6 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 68 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Visibility/Wiper29
Power Train7
Unknown Or Other6
Electrical System5
Visibility4
Seat Belts2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Power Train,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 386 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
02-193-24R2026-06-29EngineThis bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for…
09-74-21R2026-06-25EngineThis bulletin provides updated parts information and a service procedure to follow for…
09-81-21R2026-06-24Fuel/Propulsion SystemThis bulletin announces design changes made to the fuel injector and fuel pipe in…
16-159-262026-06-22Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides new diagnostic steps for DTC P0851 and P0852 to be used in…
SubaruNet Annoucement (E2026-06-11Unknown Or OtherThis announcement is requesting retailer staff to retain the EyeSight protective hood…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2020 Crosstrek Hybrid have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What is the EPA range and efficiency of the Crosstrek Hybrid?

EPA figures are 36 city / 35 highway / 35 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 480 miles.