Subaru’s 3 Best Car And Driver Editor’s Choice Picks This Year

I cover the Car and Driver Editor's Choice picks every year, and last year, the 2023 Subaru Outback and 2023 Subaru BRZ were the top picks. In the 2024 Editors' Choice list from Car and Driver, the 2024 BRZ sports car, 2024 Crosstrek, and 2024 Outback are among the best in their respective segments.

Subaru's Best 2024 Car and Driver Editor's Choice picks

• 2024 Subaru BRZ - Affordable Sports Car
• 2024 Subaru Crosstrek – Compact SUV 
• 2024 Subaru Outback - Station Wagon

What does Car and Driver say?

"The vehicles on this list have the equivalent of the highest grade-point averages and comprise approximately the top quarter of the market. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend these to our friends, families, and you. We've bought more than a few of these vehicles ourselves."

What does Subaru say?

"We are thrilled the BRZ, Outback, and all-new Crosstrek are 2024 top picks by the editors at Car and Driver," said Jeff Walters, President and Chief Operating Officer of Subaru of America.

How does Car and Driver determine the winners?

Car and Driver tests, rates, and ranks nearly 500 models in 36 market segments. The criteria used to determine the vehicles selected for the list include the results of Car and Driver's industry-leading rigorous instrumented testing, editors' subjective evaluations of each vehicle's performance, how well a car fulfills its intended mission, and the ranking each vehicle earns within its market segment versus its competitors.

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The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

HIGHS: More capable off-road than your average subcompact SUV, fairly fuel efficient, comfortable front seats.

LOWS: Poky powertrains, no more manual transmission option, lackluster interior design.

VERDICT: Despite an overhaul for 2024, the Crosstrek remains a small crossover focusing on utility rather than performance.

MY TAKE 

The 2024 Crosstrek is Subaru's most crucial new-generation vehicle launch for the 2024 models. The Subcompact SUV is dominating its segment and could be the number-one-selling model for Subaru of America this year. The story is still being written on the Crosstrek. Stay tuned. 

The 2024 Subaru Outback

HIGHS: Jacked-up suspension lets you drive over obstacles, has a spacious cargo bay, and plenty of standard equipment.

LOWS: Entry-level four-cylinder delivers sleepy performance, lacks driving excitement, and joyless CVT transmission.

VERDICT: The Outback continues to be the wagon of choice for adventurous families—and those who want to look adventurous.

MY TAKE

If you think the 2024 Subaru Outback is a popular new wagon pick, wait another year. The 2025 Outback midsize SUV gets a complete redesign. Subaru of America has yet to announce the next-generation Outback. Stay tuned. 

The 2024 Subaru BRZ

HIGHS: Compact and svelte, frisky boxer engine, wonderfully lively handling.

LOWS: Unimpressive interior materials and excessive road noise; only Flat Stanley could use those rear seats.

VERDICT: An affordable sports car that offers abundant fun without straining your bank account.

MY TAKE

For a good reason, the 2024 Subaru BRZ is an annual pick by Car and Driver. It's the most affordable rear-drive sports car you can buy. It's still the best-value sports car and gets better with the new 2024 BRZ tS.

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Car and Driver says the 2024 Subaru Outback, the newly-upgraded 2024 Subaru BRZ, and the all-new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek are the best new models for 2024 in their category for new car shoppers. Stay tuned. Subaru has three new next-generation models coming soon.

Thanks for reading, everyone. I hope you enjoyed the Car and Driver Editor’s Choice Subaru model picks story. See you tomorrow for my latest Subaru Report.

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