Photo by cass diaz on Unsplash If you’re in the market for an SUV, the Subaru Crosstrek is probably one of the contenders. These affordable compact SUVs give you a lot of value for the price and have some impressive performance metrics that make them a lot more appealing to a lot of drivers. But, when you’re looking at a Crosstrek, are you better off buying or choosing a Subaru Crosstrek lease?

Crosstrek by Gold Pony — CC-BY-SA-4.0 When you think of off-roading, you probably think about big, boxy SUVs with massive tires and tough names like the Wrangler or Bronco. But the Subaru Crosstrek is a small car that packs a big punch. Where most subcompact SUVs are essentially big, four-door hatchbacks or extra-tall sedans, The Crosstrek keeps the utility in sport-utility-vehicle. It comes standard with all-wheel drive, 8.7 inches of ground clearance, and a base engine with plenty of power for such a small car.