2016 Subaru Crosstrek Special Edition news: Limited edition crossover in Pure Red arriving at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show

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Subaru has introduced the 2016 Crosstrek Special Edition, a limited edition of Subaru's best-selling crossover. The Crosstrek Special Edition will make its debut at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. The crossover will have a limited run with just 1,500 vehicles to be produced.

The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek already is a versatile and fun-to-drive crossover. It comes standard with a five-door design, a durable chassis, 17-inch alloy wheels. The crossover also has a high ground clearance at 8.7 inches, providing passengers spacious interiors and ample cargo room.

With the Special Edition, the crossover gains a Pure Red exterior color. The crossover also comes with matching foldable mirrors with integrated turn signals.

Inside, the Special Edition Crosstrek features a unique dashboard trim with a red inlay and red accent stitching found throughout the cabin. The shift lever handle, steering wheel and door panels come leather wrapped. The Special Edition also comes standard with the All-Weather Package, which includes heathed front seats, heated exterior mirrors and windshield wiper de-icer. Other features include a power moonroof, full color instrument panel and keyless access with push-button start.

The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Special Edition comes standard with Subaru's StarLink infotainment system with a 6.2-inch single-touch gesture display. The infotainment system comes with numerous features including AM/FM Radio, HD Radio, a CD Player, Bluetooth connectivity, iPod control and a USB port.

The crossover is powered by the 2.0-liter Subaru Boxer engine that delivers 148 horsepower and 145 lb-ft. of torque. The engine comes mated with Subaru's Continuously Variable Transmission. It comes standard as an all-wheel drive. The crossover is also fuel-efficient delivering 34 mpg for highway driving.

Subaru has also equipped the crossover with the latest safety features including Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert System and Lane Change Assist.

The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek Special Edition will be on display at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. The limited edition crossover will arrive at dealers by late spring 2016.

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