2025 Subaru Forester & Crosstrek Named Consumer Reports Top Picks

Fresh off earning the top ranking in Consumer Reports’ 2025 Automotive Report Card, Subaru has once more claimed top accolades, with the 2025 Subaru Forester and 2025 Subaru Crosstrek landing positions on Consumer Reports’ esteemed 2025 Annual 10 Top Picks roster. This achievement marks the second year in a row for both vehicles, while the Forester celebrates an unbroken streak of 12 years on this distinguished list.

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“Buying a new car can be exciting and overwhelming. There are more than 260 models available today, each with a range of features and specifications to consider. But CR’s annual Top Picks can help you make a smart choice,” said Jeff S. Bartlett, Consumer Reports’ Autos Managing Editor. [1: Barlett, Andy] “Subaru and Toyota dominate our list with practical and appealing models,” Bartlett went on to say.

The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek clinched Consumer Reports’ crown as the leading Subcompact SUV, lauded for its plush ride, generous ground clearance, and user-friendly access. This is the second straight year it has earned this honor. After a complete overhaul in 2024, the 2025 Crosstrek rolls out in Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, and Wilderness editions.

The 2025 Subaru Forester maintains its dominance as a perennial favorite on Consumer Reports’ Annual 10 Top Picks, celebrated for its versatility, standard all-wheel drive, remarkable fuel thriftiness, clear sightlines, and expansive interior. Refreshed for 2025, the Forester holds fast to the attributes that have endeared it to buyers. It comes in Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, and Touring variants, with a 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid—offering up to 40% enhanced fuel efficiency—set to join the family this spring.

Consumer Reports crowns Subaru as the premier mainstream automotive brand and the most trustworthy in its class, spotlighting eight standout models for 2025: Forester, Crosstrek, Ascent, Outback, Impreza, Legacy, BRZ, and WRX.