Subaru DOES offer X-Mode on
Subaru DOES offer X-Mode on nearly all trim levels, depending on the vehicle. The Outback and Ascent have X-Mode on the whole line, base model to touring. The Forester has X-Mode on everything but the base. The Crosstrek is the only model that offers X-mode on the Limited only. When something becomes standard at a certain trim level, it is then standard all the way up the line. The Touring Ascent has all the stuff that has been added as you move up through the trim levels, plus a whole bunch more stuff. Subaru has been offering X-mode since 2014. And with 7 out of 8 Subarus having standard symmetrical all wheel drive, that's one "optional mode for different situations" that Subaru does not have to add on. Never mind the WRX-STI where the entire center differential is driver controlled. You might want to revisit your assessment of the "value proposition" of Subaru vehicles!