lilcatfeet

I would add to the list: better mats for the floors, I got the all weather ones. stock were crap. covers for the back of the seat to protect it when folded down cargo net sunshield mine is the first year, newer ones might come with these.

Didn't see this when originally posted. Who did the brake upgrade, yourself or a shop?

I love the car, hate the brakes. My service advisor hinted it is an Imprezza flaw. The brakes work but I hate the feel, sometimes I feel like nothing is going to happen when I hit the pedal. ( I miss my TT at time like this...) So question is - has anyone done any brake upgrade and have any recommendations?

HA now I know why I haven't turned mine off

From the owner's manual: & Selecting audible signal operation Using an electronic chirp, the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn the audible signal off. Perform the following steps to deactivate the audible signal. You can also use the same steps to restore the function. 1. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all doors and the rear gate. 2. Hold down the REAR (UNLOCK) side of the power door locking switch. 3. While holding down the REAR (UNLOCK) side of the power door locking switch, pull the key out and re-insert it into the ignition switch at least 6 times within 10 seconds after Step 2. 4. Open and close the driver’s door once within 10 seconds after Step 3. 5. The turn signal lights flash 3 times to indicate completion of the setting. You may have the above settings done by your SUBARU dealer. Also, for models with a multi function display, the setting can be changed using the display. For details, refer to “Multi function display (Non-US vehicles only; if equipped)

I get around 30 (both on the computer and calculated) commuting and a little less in stop and go. Best trip was 33mpg. I am amazed how much less I am at the gas station now. I have done some road trips through the hills and love how it handles. It won't replace my TT but its a nice compromise between the TT and my old Outback. Even fully loaded with three adults and two kids it drives great. So far have not been disappointed. I have had it since October.

I have had my Crosstrek since Oct 2012. Overall I like it, love the handling. Mileage has been great for me - I get 30-33 mpg commuting 45 mins one way to work. I tend to avoid heavy congestion times. City it drops to around 29-30. Way better than my old Outback. I have two issues with it and wanted to see if anyone else has had same experience. 1. I hate the brakes, sometimes I actually wonder if it is going to stop at all. The pedal will drop almost to the floor before I feel any grip. I can pump the pedal and get a better feel. I don't think this is the way they should feel. I haven't had it in to dealer since it's initial oil change and its not due for next one for another month or so. My Outback felt the same and I was told it was working fine. Maybe it is just me, but I want to feel brakes as soon as I hit the pedal 2. The heater/AC has a smell like something is burning. It did it brand new and then stopped. It got cold and I used the heater and now it stinks again. Thanks

Mine has done the same thing in traffic a few times. Haven't done anything about it yet. I too thought someone bumped me from behind. It runs fine otherwise.