Between taking the kids to school, running to the office or errands, and planning family vacations, there’s plenty to keep you busy throughout Auburn, Worcester, and Southbridge, Massachusetts. That’s why you’re looking for an SUV that can keep up, which is where the team at Ira Ford Auburn steps in to help.
Let’s compare the Ford Bronco Sport vs. Subaru Crosstrek to see which of these high-powered models has what you need to get around town with some verve!

Getting out to soccer practice or out for the weekend will be a cinch when you have a powerful engine to propel you around. Both SUVs offer some powerhouse options, as we can see from the top available engines on both:
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Ford Bronco Sport vs Subaru Crosstrek Performance |
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2022 Ford Bronco Sport |
2022 Subaru Crosstrek |
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Optional 2.0L EcoBoost® 4-cylinder engine |
Optional 2.5L 4-cylinder engine |
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250 horsepower |
182 horsepower |
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277 lb-ft of torque |
176 lb-ft of torque |
While the Crosstrek offers an impressive drive, it quickly gets overshadowed.
The Ford Bronco Sport has horsepower and torque that are made to conquer. Start the engine in an SUV with the verve of a sports car when you need to make it on time for school drop-off or are ready to get out for some fun at Crystal Caves.

When you buckle up the kids for your daily drives, you want them to be comfortable and with plenty of room to stretch and wiggle. The passenger volume of 100.9 cubic feet in the 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is nothing to sneeze at. However, every inch counts, and in the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport, there are 105.7 cubic feet of passenger volume.
In the back row, that translates into 41.7 inches of headroom in the Bronco Sport, as compared to the Crosstrek’s maximum of 38 inches. Have room for growing kids in the Bronco Sport.
What about when you’re traveling with just you and your spouse? Both models have 60/40 split-folding rear seats so you can pack in some extra gear, which is perfect for when you’re having a romantic getaway. Take advantage of:
Pack for vacations, load groceries, and even embrace adventures off the beaten path with the Ford Bronco Sport!

Keeping your family safe is a top priority for your daily drives. When we compare the safety systems of the Bronco Sport vs. Crosstrek, we see that both have advanced driver-assistive systems to help you on your commutes, with similar technologies, like:
However, it’s worth noting that the Blind-Spot Detection system is only optional in the Subaru Crosstrek.
On the other hand, the Ford Co-Pilot360™ suite comes standard with BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert in all trim levels of the Bronco Sport. Monitor your vehicle’s blind spots and have extra help while reversing with this system!
But the Ford safety suite has even more exclusive perks, like the optional Evasive Steering Assist. If a detected upcoming collision is too close to be prevented with automatic braking, then in certain circumstances, Evasive Steering Assist can help move the 2022 Bronco Sport out of the line of impact.
Now that we’ve seen how the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport vs. 2022 Subaru Crosstrek compare, which has the power, space, and safety that you need for Auburn, Worcester, and Southbridge, MA? If you’re ready to test drive the Ford Bronco Sport, schedule one at Ira Ford Auburn!