I don't even own a Crosstrek,
I don't even own a Crosstrek, but whenever I drive one I typically use the paddle shifters. Even in automatic mode, I feel like the CVT is plenty responsive and the drive-terrain is peppy for only 150+ hp in the 2016. Pretty impressive vehicle for the price. I might be buying one or a Lexus NX 200t. Mileage in the Crosstrek is tough to beat tho.