2025 Cadillac OPTIQ vs. 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2025 Cadillac OPTIQ

2025 Cadillac
OPTIQ

MSRP*: $52,895 to $55,595
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Crosstrek

2025 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $26,560 to $33,360
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MPG - City Info not available 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 57.0 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 189.8 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 75.3 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 37.8 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac OPTIQ than in the Subaru Crosstrek. The Subaru Crosstrek offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Cadillac OPTIQ, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Cadillac OPTIQ will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Crosstrek, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac OPTIQ is much wider than the Subaru Crosstrek, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Cadillac OPTIQ, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Crosstrek.

Handling
The Cadillac OPTIQ has a significantly larger turning radius than the Subaru Crosstrek, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Cadillac OPTIQ will do just as well as the Subaru Crosstrek, since they have about the same towing capacity. When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac OPTIQ greatly out-muscles the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
The Cadillac OPTIQ has much lower torque than the Subaru Crosstrek, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Cadillac OPTIQ and the Subaru Crosstrek. The Cadillac OPTIQ has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Crosstrek.