Subaru introduces all-new BEVs

 

MANILA: Subaru has launched two all-new battery electric vehicles (BEV) at the 2025 New York International Auto Show.

The Shibuya-headquartered marque’s two models' latest offerings unveiled at the auto show were the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker and Solterra.

Here are some notable bits of information about the two newly-launched offerings.

All-new Subaru Trailseeker

The second model under the Subaru global battery electric vehicle (BEV) lineup, the all-new Trailseeker expanded the brand’s new energy-powered options.

Its aesthetics combine the modern nature of BEV models with functionality for outdoor or everyday use.

Meanwhile, the vehicle’s dashboard has a clean, horizontal theme throughout the instrument panel that gives the impression of spaciousness — complementing its relatively larger cargo area and taller roof (compared to the Solterra).

Powering the vehicle all-new Subaru Trailseeker are a pair of high-output electric motors mated to a 74.7-kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion battery that can provide:

• Maximum output: 375 horsepower (hp)
• Estimated range: 32.19 kilometers (kms)

It also has the following technologies:

• Onboard battery preconditioning system (to ensure fast charging in warm or cold temperatures)
• All-wheel-drive system (tuned to deliver straight-line stability and control on various surfaces)
• Standard 14-inch Subaru Multimedia touchscreen offers wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto compatibility
• Various charging options (Two 15-watt wireless docks, two fast USB-C ports)
• Suite of Subaru Eyesight driver-assistance technologies that include Pre-Collision Braking, Front Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitors, Lane Departure Alert, a panoramic view monitor, Emergency Stop Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Change Assist, Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control

2026 Subaru Solterra

On the other hand, the newest Subaru Solterra (known as the brand’s first ever BEV) adds significant improvements to overall driving performance, battery efficiency and styling — which is the result of listening to customer feedback.

Among the updates on the exterior are:

Newly-designed headlamps	Distinct front bumper
Adoption of a six-star illuminated logo	Rear gate garnish

Moving the all-new Subaru Solterra are also two electric motors mated to a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery that lets the vehicle 233-338 hp (depending on the trim.

Similar to the Trailseeker, the all-new Subaru Solterra also boasts a battery preconditioning system as well as the driver assistive and comfort amenities.

Availability

The all-new Subaru Trailseeker is set to be produced by 2026 and the 2026 Solterra is scheduled to be introduced in the United States market in later this year.

Although chances are slim for the two models (jointly-developed by Toyota and Subaru) to arrive in the Philippines (given that the revealed versions are intended for the US), we would not be surprised that the six-star marque would consider bringing the nameplates here as the firm has yet to be present in the local EV arena.

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