Subaru e-Outback makes appearance in Singapore Motorshow 2026, presented alongside Solterra XT

MANILA: The Subaru e-Outback electric crossover has made an appearance at the Singapore Motor Show 2026, marking its first sighting in Asia outside of Japan. 

To recall, Subaru Asia has posted photos of the nameplate on its official Facebook page, quickly piquing the interest of fans. 

Further, Subaru Corporation has confirmed the electric crossover for European market, alongside the Uncharted and Solterra electric vehicles (EV).

What we know so far

According to Subaru Corporation, the e-Outback was built to redefine the company’s flagship crossover for the EV generation. 

Power will come from electric motors with a a 74.7 kilowatt-hour battery. The said setup is able to send the nameplate from zero to 100 kilometers per hour (kph) in 4 .4 seconds with a maximum power output of 375 horsepower (hp). 

Subaru Corporation also confirmed that it will have its iconic symmetrical all-wheel drive system, as well as the dual X-Mode. Adding some 210 millimeter (mm) ground clearance and the capability to tow 1,500 kilograms, the e-Outback presents itself as a good off-roading vehicle. 

Other notable features include emergency driving stop, secondary collision braking, and eyesight driver-assist system-inspired technologies. 

The Subaru e-Outback is slated to be released in the first quarter of 2026. 

Solterra XT

Alongside the Subaru e-Outback was newly-launched Solterra XT. 

On the official Instagram page of Subaru Singapore, it uploaded photos of the two automobiles, captioned: “Off to an electrifying start for Singapore Motorshow! Launching the all-new Solterra XT and giving the first exclusive preview of e-Outback in Asia outside of Japan.”

Here is a quick look at the specifications of the Subaru Solterra XT: 

Electric powertrain, chassis 

To ensure that would-be owners can still enjoy going off the beaten path despite the absence of the traditional combustion engine powertrain system, the Subaru Solterra XT uses two permanent magnet synchronous motors at the front and rear wheel axles.  

Its front wheel motor has a maximum output of approximately 275 hp and 268 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque, while the rear wheel motor can put out some 118 horses and 169 Nm of pulling power. 

According to Subaru Singapore’s literature, the Solterra XT has a top speed of 160 kph with an acceleration speed of 5.1 seconds from a standstill to 100 kph. 

Range-wise, it can cover up to 436 kilometers on a single charge, which is not that bad. 

Stopping power comes from four ventilated disc brakes, while suspension is comprised of a MacPherson strut at the fore and a double-wishbone type at the rear. 

Thanks to a set of 20-inch wheels shod in 235/50 series tires, it can clear the ground by 180 to 211 mm. 

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Striking looks

The Subaru Solterra XT has a clean-looking fascia with the latticework on its lower front bumper made out of horizontal slats. Noticeable too are its claddings that take up the entirety of the fenders and occupy a large portion of the front panel. 

For illumination, the crossover have LED daytime running lights with a three-part design and an auto-levelizer function as well as what appears to be headlamps peeking from a boxy housing. 

To its sides are blacked-out outside mirrors, pillars, roof rails, and side sill garnishes. The rear wheel arches also don the chunky black claddings, but do not appear to extend all the way back. 

Its wheels have a five-spoke design that measures 20 inches, as we covered briefly above. 

At the back, the vehicle gets a pair of combination LED taillamps, LED rear fog lamps, and an automatic tailgate. 

Packed interior 

The cabin of the Subaru Solterra XT will welcome drivers with a flat-top, flat-bottom steering wheel with paddle shifters. Past it is an LCD meter cluster that is accompanied by a 14-inch infotainment system that sends audio to a Harman/Kardon-branded sound system. 

Other notable features include wireless chargers, a panoramic sunroof, a digital rearview mirror, heated seats, a center console box, rear ventilation, and a pull-down armrest for the second-row occupants. 

Will it make it in PH?

At the time of writing, there is no confirmation from Subaru Philippines whether or not the Solterra XT is bound for the local market. 

But with the Subaru e-Outback headed for Europe, it is possible that the Solterra XT will make it here. 

And since Subaru has already entered the new-energy vehicle segment with the Forester e-Boxer Hybrid, it would make sense for the marque to follow through with an all-electric model. 

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