There is no shortage of options when looking at subcompact SUVs, and there are a handful of standard choices you might think of like the Nissan Rogue Sport or the Mazda CX-3. The SUV that got this year’s best score out of any tested models from Consumer Reports might surprise you, it’s the Subaru Crosstrek, and apparently it’s the new compact SUV you should be paying more attention to.

The Crosstrek has a lot to offer

The Subaru Crosstrek seems to offer it all, and all for an incredibly modest price. Consumer Reports gave it the highest combined score for reliability, driving experience, and expected owner satisfaction of any tested compact SUVs.

It isn’t the fastest car or even SUV on the market, but it does offer a fun off-roading capability to make up for what it lacks in speed. It also gets good fuel economy, with a reported average of 29mpg between city and highway driving.

The touch screen infotainment system isn’t lacking in features either, with the popular Apple CarPlay and Android Auto equipped in even the base model. Rearview camera, pedestrian detection, and a handful of other safety features come standard to make this SUV a true bargain.

What makes this car more appealing to some consumers is that it is also offered as a plug-in hybrid option. For anyone seeking a more personal driving experience, the standard Crosstrek comes with a manual transmission. Subaru seems to have thought of it all when it came to decking the Crosstrek out with desirable options.

Practical, sporty, and fun

The Subaru Crosstrek is a great compact SUV not only because it has so much to offer, but also because you can use it for so many things. The first and most obvious choice many people make when picking an SUV over another car is space. The Subaru Crosstrek might be a compact SUV, but it is surprisingly roomy for passengers and has enough storage space for suitcases, camping equipment, or even groceries.

Need some extra space? The option roof racks make a great addition to the Crosstrek’s off-road-ready aesthetic. Speaking of offroading, another good purpose for buying this SUV is that it is just as good off the road as it is on the pavement. The Crosstrek can skillfully navigate dirt roads or rough pavement with ease, without jostling around passengers and cargo more than necessary.

Of course, SUVs are also incredibly practical family cars, and the Crosstrek is no exclusion. The Crosstrek has enough comfort and space to fit the whole family, whether it be your casual morning ride to school or your long trip to a weekend soccer tournament.