Verdict
At RM112,138, the Crosstrek GT leaves RM78,650 in your pocket while retaining the GU’s 154 hp/196 Nm 2.0-litre boxer, CVT, all-wheel drive and 63-litre tank. That makes it the rational used-buying choice if equipment is secondary. The RM190,788 GU brings eight airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction and adaptive cruise control, plus a 360-degree camera. Its 315-litre boot is 30 litres smaller, however.
Pick the T if you want the same 154 hp all-wheel-drive mechanical package for RM78,650 less and need the larger 345-litre boot.
Pick the U if you will pay for autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and the 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: T RM112,138; U RM190,788.
- Boot space: T 345 litres; U 315 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: T 17-inch alloys with 225/60R17 tyres; U 18-inch alloys with 225/55R18 tyres.
- Airbags: T seven; U eight, adding a front passenger seat-cushion airbag.
- Driver assistance: T passive cruise control and no autonomous braking; U adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and autonomous braking.
- Front climate control: T single-zone automatic; U dual-zone automatic.
GT
- RM78,650 lower price
- Larger 345-litre boot
- 17-inch alloys with 225/60R17 tyres
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or steering correction
- Halogen reflector headlamps rather than LED projectors
- Rear parking uses two sensors rather than four, with no 360-degree view
GU
- Eight airbags
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
- LED projector headlamps, dual-zone air-con and a 360-degree camera
- RM78,650 more expensive
- 315-litre boot is 30 litres smaller
What the GT has over the GU
What the GU has over the GT
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the GT: 345 litres against 315.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM112,138✓ | RM190,788 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM438 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,145/mo✓ | RM1,950/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,229✓ | RM5,274 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,905 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM14.53 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM32,860 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | 1,995 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 6,000 rpm | 154 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 196 Nm at 4,000 rpm | 196 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer 4 | Boxer 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 12.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic with 7-speed manual mode | Lineartronic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Subaru | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.3 L/100 km | — |
| Co2 | 168 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,465 mm | 4,480 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,665 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | 1,558 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 345 litres✓ | 315 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental ContiMax MC5 | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 12 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars — Based on Subaru Impreza results | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 8" Display Audio System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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GT vs GU FAQ
Is the Subaru Crosstrek GT or Subaru Crosstrek GU better?
The Subaru Crosstrek GU is better equipped for safety and convenience, with eight airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. The Subaru Crosstrek GT is the better budget choice because it keeps the same 154 hp engine and all-wheel drive for far less.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Crosstrek GU costs RM78,650 more than the Subaru Crosstrek GT: RM190,788 versus RM112,138.
Does the Subaru Crosstrek GU have more safety equipment?
Yes. The GU has eight airbags, autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction and all-seat belt reminders. The GT has seven airbags and lacks those driver-assistance systems.
Which one is locally assembled?
The GT is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the GU is fully imported (CBU) from Japan. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.