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The Advertiser
7 days ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2026 Subaru Uncharted revealed as brand's third EV
Subaru's North American arm has officially unveiled the brand's third electric vehicle (EV), which takes the form of a small SUV with a name borrowed from a popular video game series. The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is an "all-new, all-electric compact crossover" that bears a striking resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+, all but confirming that, like Subaru's first two EVs, this is yet another Toyota twin. Indeed, the Subaru Solterra is a twin of the Toyota bZ4X, while the Trailseeker revealed in April is a restyled Toyota bZ4X Touring. The Uncharted features a design that resembles the facelifted Solterra, including a smooth, grille-less front and slimmer wheel-arch cladding. It'll go on sale in the United States in "early 2026", likely alongside the Trailseeker, with pricing and full specifications still under wraps. Neither model has been confirmed for Australia, and Subaru Australia didn't respond to a request for comment before publication. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Subaru says the Uncharted will be available in three trim levels in the United States: Premium, Sport, and GT. All use a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery. Unusually for the Japanese brand, the Premium trim level will only be offered with front-wheel drive and in "limited numbers". This marks the first time Subaru will offer a front-wheel drive model in the US for a couple of decades, though it has offered FWD models since in Japan. The Premium will be available at a "lower price point" and offer a claimed range of more than 300 miles (482km) on an unspecified test cycle – likely the US EPA cycle – while producing 165kW of power. For context, the C-HR+ is available with two front-wheel drive setups; however, the Uncharted seems to align best with the FWD long-range C-HR+, which has the same power figure but a tentative claimed WLTP range of 600km from a 77kWh battery. The Toyota can do the 0-100km/h dash in a claimed 7.4 seconds. The Uncharted's Sport and GT trims feature dual-motor all-wheel drive and produce up to 252kW, with a claimed 0-60mph (0-96km/h) time of "less than five seconds" and a maximum range of "up to 290 miles" (466km). Subaru claims the EV will be able to charge from 10 to 80 per cent in "nearly 30 minutes" with 150kW DC fast charging, while it's also equipped with an 11kW onboard AC charger. It's claimed to be "nearly seven inches" shorter than the Solterra, and it's likely to share exterior dimensions with the C-HR+, which measures 4520mm long, 1870mm wide, and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase. This is 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5. Inside, the Uncharted is fitted with a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone mirroring. This unit is identical to that found in many Toyota and Lexus products, though there are dual wireless smartphone chargers on the centre console. Additionally, all variants of the Uncharted are fitted with an "All-Weather Package", which includes heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, a wiper de-icer, a powered tailgate, and interior ambient lighting. Sport trims add X-Mode with two off-road modes, a heated steering wheel, water-repellent upholstery, and a surround-view camera, while the GT gets a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and a Harman Kardon premium audio system. Standard across the range is Subaru's EyeSight safety technology, with autonomous emergency braking, front cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. Exterior items include 18- or 20-inch wheels, depending on the trim level, while the GT gains two-tone paint and black badging. Rear leg room is said to be "comparable to that of the Subaru Crosstrek", which shares the same compact body as the Impreza. Subaru announced plans in 2023 to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028. This is ahead of EVs accounting for 50 percent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. MORE: 2026 Toyota C-HR+ – New electric SUV wears a familiar name MORE: 2026 Subaru Trailseeker looks like an Outback EV Content originally sourced from: Subaru's North American arm has officially unveiled the brand's third electric vehicle (EV), which takes the form of a small SUV with a name borrowed from a popular video game series. The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is an "all-new, all-electric compact crossover" that bears a striking resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+, all but confirming that, like Subaru's first two EVs, this is yet another Toyota twin. Indeed, the Subaru Solterra is a twin of the Toyota bZ4X, while the Trailseeker revealed in April is a restyled Toyota bZ4X Touring. The Uncharted features a design that resembles the facelifted Solterra, including a smooth, grille-less front and slimmer wheel-arch cladding. It'll go on sale in the United States in "early 2026", likely alongside the Trailseeker, with pricing and full specifications still under wraps. Neither model has been confirmed for Australia, and Subaru Australia didn't respond to a request for comment before publication. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Subaru says the Uncharted will be available in three trim levels in the United States: Premium, Sport, and GT. All use a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery. Unusually for the Japanese brand, the Premium trim level will only be offered with front-wheel drive and in "limited numbers". This marks the first time Subaru will offer a front-wheel drive model in the US for a couple of decades, though it has offered FWD models since in Japan. The Premium will be available at a "lower price point" and offer a claimed range of more than 300 miles (482km) on an unspecified test cycle – likely the US EPA cycle – while producing 165kW of power. For context, the C-HR+ is available with two front-wheel drive setups; however, the Uncharted seems to align best with the FWD long-range C-HR+, which has the same power figure but a tentative claimed WLTP range of 600km from a 77kWh battery. The Toyota can do the 0-100km/h dash in a claimed 7.4 seconds. The Uncharted's Sport and GT trims feature dual-motor all-wheel drive and produce up to 252kW, with a claimed 0-60mph (0-96km/h) time of "less than five seconds" and a maximum range of "up to 290 miles" (466km). Subaru claims the EV will be able to charge from 10 to 80 per cent in "nearly 30 minutes" with 150kW DC fast charging, while it's also equipped with an 11kW onboard AC charger. It's claimed to be "nearly seven inches" shorter than the Solterra, and it's likely to share exterior dimensions with the C-HR+, which measures 4520mm long, 1870mm wide, and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase. This is 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5. Inside, the Uncharted is fitted with a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone mirroring. This unit is identical to that found in many Toyota and Lexus products, though there are dual wireless smartphone chargers on the centre console. Additionally, all variants of the Uncharted are fitted with an "All-Weather Package", which includes heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, a wiper de-icer, a powered tailgate, and interior ambient lighting. Sport trims add X-Mode with two off-road modes, a heated steering wheel, water-repellent upholstery, and a surround-view camera, while the GT gets a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and a Harman Kardon premium audio system. Standard across the range is Subaru's EyeSight safety technology, with autonomous emergency braking, front cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. Exterior items include 18- or 20-inch wheels, depending on the trim level, while the GT gains two-tone paint and black badging. Rear leg room is said to be "comparable to that of the Subaru Crosstrek", which shares the same compact body as the Impreza. Subaru announced plans in 2023 to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028. This is ahead of EVs accounting for 50 percent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. MORE: 2026 Toyota C-HR+ – New electric SUV wears a familiar name MORE: 2026 Subaru Trailseeker looks like an Outback EV Content originally sourced from: Subaru's North American arm has officially unveiled the brand's third electric vehicle (EV), which takes the form of a small SUV with a name borrowed from a popular video game series. The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is an "all-new, all-electric compact crossover" that bears a striking resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+, all but confirming that, like Subaru's first two EVs, this is yet another Toyota twin. Indeed, the Subaru Solterra is a twin of the Toyota bZ4X, while the Trailseeker revealed in April is a restyled Toyota bZ4X Touring. The Uncharted features a design that resembles the facelifted Solterra, including a smooth, grille-less front and slimmer wheel-arch cladding. It'll go on sale in the United States in "early 2026", likely alongside the Trailseeker, with pricing and full specifications still under wraps. Neither model has been confirmed for Australia, and Subaru Australia didn't respond to a request for comment before publication. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Subaru says the Uncharted will be available in three trim levels in the United States: Premium, Sport, and GT. All use a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery. Unusually for the Japanese brand, the Premium trim level will only be offered with front-wheel drive and in "limited numbers". This marks the first time Subaru will offer a front-wheel drive model in the US for a couple of decades, though it has offered FWD models since in Japan. The Premium will be available at a "lower price point" and offer a claimed range of more than 300 miles (482km) on an unspecified test cycle – likely the US EPA cycle – while producing 165kW of power. For context, the C-HR+ is available with two front-wheel drive setups; however, the Uncharted seems to align best with the FWD long-range C-HR+, which has the same power figure but a tentative claimed WLTP range of 600km from a 77kWh battery. The Toyota can do the 0-100km/h dash in a claimed 7.4 seconds. The Uncharted's Sport and GT trims feature dual-motor all-wheel drive and produce up to 252kW, with a claimed 0-60mph (0-96km/h) time of "less than five seconds" and a maximum range of "up to 290 miles" (466km). Subaru claims the EV will be able to charge from 10 to 80 per cent in "nearly 30 minutes" with 150kW DC fast charging, while it's also equipped with an 11kW onboard AC charger. It's claimed to be "nearly seven inches" shorter than the Solterra, and it's likely to share exterior dimensions with the C-HR+, which measures 4520mm long, 1870mm wide, and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase. This is 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5. Inside, the Uncharted is fitted with a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone mirroring. This unit is identical to that found in many Toyota and Lexus products, though there are dual wireless smartphone chargers on the centre console. Additionally, all variants of the Uncharted are fitted with an "All-Weather Package", which includes heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, a wiper de-icer, a powered tailgate, and interior ambient lighting. Sport trims add X-Mode with two off-road modes, a heated steering wheel, water-repellent upholstery, and a surround-view camera, while the GT gets a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and a Harman Kardon premium audio system. Standard across the range is Subaru's EyeSight safety technology, with autonomous emergency braking, front cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. Exterior items include 18- or 20-inch wheels, depending on the trim level, while the GT gains two-tone paint and black badging. Rear leg room is said to be "comparable to that of the Subaru Crosstrek", which shares the same compact body as the Impreza. Subaru announced plans in 2023 to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028. This is ahead of EVs accounting for 50 percent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. MORE: 2026 Toyota C-HR+ – New electric SUV wears a familiar name MORE: 2026 Subaru Trailseeker looks like an Outback EV Content originally sourced from: Subaru's North American arm has officially unveiled the brand's third electric vehicle (EV), which takes the form of a small SUV with a name borrowed from a popular video game series. The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is an "all-new, all-electric compact crossover" that bears a striking resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+, all but confirming that, like Subaru's first two EVs, this is yet another Toyota twin. Indeed, the Subaru Solterra is a twin of the Toyota bZ4X, while the Trailseeker revealed in April is a restyled Toyota bZ4X Touring. The Uncharted features a design that resembles the facelifted Solterra, including a smooth, grille-less front and slimmer wheel-arch cladding. It'll go on sale in the United States in "early 2026", likely alongside the Trailseeker, with pricing and full specifications still under wraps. Neither model has been confirmed for Australia, and Subaru Australia didn't respond to a request for comment before publication. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Subaru says the Uncharted will be available in three trim levels in the United States: Premium, Sport, and GT. All use a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery. Unusually for the Japanese brand, the Premium trim level will only be offered with front-wheel drive and in "limited numbers". This marks the first time Subaru will offer a front-wheel drive model in the US for a couple of decades, though it has offered FWD models since in Japan. The Premium will be available at a "lower price point" and offer a claimed range of more than 300 miles (482km) on an unspecified test cycle – likely the US EPA cycle – while producing 165kW of power. For context, the C-HR+ is available with two front-wheel drive setups; however, the Uncharted seems to align best with the FWD long-range C-HR+, which has the same power figure but a tentative claimed WLTP range of 600km from a 77kWh battery. The Toyota can do the 0-100km/h dash in a claimed 7.4 seconds. The Uncharted's Sport and GT trims feature dual-motor all-wheel drive and produce up to 252kW, with a claimed 0-60mph (0-96km/h) time of "less than five seconds" and a maximum range of "up to 290 miles" (466km). Subaru claims the EV will be able to charge from 10 to 80 per cent in "nearly 30 minutes" with 150kW DC fast charging, while it's also equipped with an 11kW onboard AC charger. It's claimed to be "nearly seven inches" shorter than the Solterra, and it's likely to share exterior dimensions with the C-HR+, which measures 4520mm long, 1870mm wide, and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase. This is 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5. Inside, the Uncharted is fitted with a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone mirroring. This unit is identical to that found in many Toyota and Lexus products, though there are dual wireless smartphone chargers on the centre console. Additionally, all variants of the Uncharted are fitted with an "All-Weather Package", which includes heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, a wiper de-icer, a powered tailgate, and interior ambient lighting. Sport trims add X-Mode with two off-road modes, a heated steering wheel, water-repellent upholstery, and a surround-view camera, while the GT gets a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and a Harman Kardon premium audio system. Standard across the range is Subaru's EyeSight safety technology, with autonomous emergency braking, front cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. Exterior items include 18- or 20-inch wheels, depending on the trim level, while the GT gains two-tone paint and black badging. Rear leg room is said to be "comparable to that of the Subaru Crosstrek", which shares the same compact body as the Impreza. Subaru announced plans in 2023 to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028. This is ahead of EVs accounting for 50 percent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. MORE: 2026 Toyota C-HR+ – New electric SUV wears a familiar name MORE: 2026 Subaru Trailseeker looks like an Outback EV Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
7 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
2026 Subaru Uncharted revealed as brand's third EV
Subaru's North American arm has officially unveiled the brand's third electric vehicle (EV), which takes the form of a small SUV with a name borrowed from a popular video game series. The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is an 'all-new, all-electric compact crossover' that bears a striking resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+, all but confirming that, like Subaru's first two EVs, this is yet another Toyota twin. Indeed, the Subaru Solterra is a twin of the Toyota bZ4X, while the Trailseeker revealed in April is a restyled Toyota bZ4X Touring. The Uncharted features a design that resembles the facelifted Solterra, including a smooth, grille-less front and slimmer wheel-arch cladding. It'll go on sale in the United States in 'early 2026', likely alongside the Trailseeker, with pricing and full specifications still under wraps. Neither model has been confirmed for Australia, and Subaru Australia didn't respond to a request for comment before publication. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Subaru says the Uncharted will be available in three trim levels in the United States: Premium, Sport, and GT. All use a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery. Unusually for the Japanese brand, the Premium trim level will only be offered with front-wheel drive and in 'limited numbers'. This marks the first time Subaru will offer a front-wheel drive model in the US for a couple of decades, though it has offered FWD models since in Japan. The Premium will be available at a 'lower price point' and offer a claimed range of more than 300 miles (482km) on an unspecified test cycle – likely the US EPA cycle – while producing 165kW of power. For context, the C-HR+ is available with two front-wheel drive setups; however, the Uncharted seems to align best with the FWD long-range C-HR+, which has the same power figure but a tentative claimed WLTP range of 600km from a 77kWh battery. The Toyota can do the 0-100km/h dash in a claimed 7.4 seconds. The Uncharted's Sport and GT trims feature dual-motor all-wheel drive and produce up to 252kW, with a claimed 0-60mph (0-96km/h) time of 'less than five seconds' and a maximum range of 'up to 290 miles' (466km). Subaru claims the EV will be able to charge from 10 to 80 per cent in 'nearly 30 minutes' with 150kW DC fast charging, while it's also equipped with an 11kW onboard AC charger. It's claimed to be 'nearly seven inches' shorter than the Solterra, and it's likely to share exterior dimensions with the C-HR+, which measures 4520mm long, 1870mm wide, and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase. This is 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5. Inside, the Uncharted is fitted with a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone mirroring. This unit is identical to that found in many Toyota and Lexus products, though there are dual wireless smartphone chargers on the centre console. Additionally, all variants of the Uncharted are fitted with an 'All-Weather Package', which includes heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, a wiper de-icer, a powered tailgate, and interior ambient lighting. Sport trims add X-Mode with two off-road modes, a heated steering wheel, water-repellent upholstery, and a surround-view camera, while the GT gets a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and a Harman Kardon premium audio system. Standard across the range is Subaru's EyeSight safety technology, with autonomous emergency braking, front cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. Exterior items include 18- or 20-inch wheels, depending on the trim level, while the GT gains two-tone paint and black badging. Rear leg room is said to be 'comparable to that of the Subaru Crosstrek ', which shares the same compact body as the Impreza. Subaru announced plans in 2023 to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028. This is ahead of EVs accounting for 50 percent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030.
Perth Now
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
2026 Subaru Uncharted revealed as brand's third EV
Subaru's North American arm has officially unveiled the brand's third electric vehicle (EV), which takes the form of a small SUV with a name borrowed from a popular video game series. The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is an 'all-new, all-electric compact crossover' that bears a striking resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+, all but confirming that, like Subaru's first two EVs, this is yet another Toyota twin. Indeed, the Subaru Solterra is a twin of the Toyota bZ4X, while the Trailseeker revealed in April is a restyled Toyota bZ4X Touring. The Uncharted features a design that resembles the facelifted Solterra, including a smooth, grille-less front and slimmer wheel-arch cladding. It'll go on sale in the United States in 'early 2026', likely alongside the Trailseeker, with pricing and full specifications still under wraps. Neither model has been confirmed for Australia, and Subaru Australia didn't respond to a request for comment before publication. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Subaru says the Uncharted will be available in three trim levels in the United States: Premium, Sport, and GT. All use a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery. Unusually for the Japanese brand, the Premium trim level will only be offered with front-wheel drive and in 'limited numbers'. This marks the first time Subaru will offer a front-wheel drive model in the US for a couple of decades, though it has offered FWD models since in Japan. The Premium will be available at a 'lower price point' and offer a claimed range of more than 300 miles (482km) on an unspecified test cycle – likely the US EPA cycle – while producing 165kW of power. For context, the C-HR+ is available with two front-wheel drive setups; however, the Uncharted seems to align best with the FWD long-range C-HR+, which has the same power figure but a tentative claimed WLTP range of 600km from a 77kWh battery. The Toyota can do the 0-100km/h dash in a claimed 7.4 seconds. The Uncharted's Sport and GT trims feature dual-motor all-wheel drive and produce up to 252kW, with a claimed 0-60mph (0-96km/h) time of 'less than five seconds' and a maximum range of 'up to 290 miles' (466km). Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Subaru claims the EV will be able to charge from 10 to 80 per cent in 'nearly 30 minutes' with 150kW DC fast charging, while it's also equipped with an 11kW onboard AC charger. It's claimed to be 'nearly seven inches' shorter than the Solterra, and it's likely to share exterior dimensions with the C-HR+, which measures 4520mm long, 1870mm wide, and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase. This is 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5. Inside, the Uncharted is fitted with a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone mirroring. This unit is identical to that found in many Toyota and Lexus products, though there are dual wireless smartphone chargers on the centre console. Additionally, all variants of the Uncharted are fitted with an 'All-Weather Package', which includes heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, a wiper de-icer, a powered tailgate, and interior ambient lighting. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Sport trims add X-Mode with two off-road modes, a heated steering wheel, water-repellent upholstery, and a surround-view camera, while the GT gets a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and a Harman Kardon premium audio system. Standard across the range is Subaru's EyeSight safety technology, with autonomous emergency braking, front cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. Exterior items include 18- or 20-inch wheels, depending on the trim level, while the GT gains two-tone paint and black badging. Rear leg room is said to be 'comparable to that of the Subaru Crosstrek', which shares the same compact body as the Impreza. Subaru announced plans in 2023 to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028. This is ahead of EVs accounting for 50 percent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. Supplied Credit: CarExpert MORE: 2026 Toyota C-HR+ – New electric SUV wears a familiar name MORE: 2026 Subaru Trailseeker looks like an Outback EV
The Advertiser
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2026 Subaru Uncharted teased as small electric SUV with video game name
Yes, 'uncharted' means something that's never been mapped, but is Subaru capitalising on the popularity of a certain video game franchise with its latest electric SUV? The 2026 Subaru Uncharted has been teased by the Japanese brand's North American arm as its "newest, all-electric compact crossover SUV". Per US definitions, that makes it a mid-size SUV… which is also what the Solterra is referred to there. Subaru of America has released a single teaser but it's hard to make out much beyond a sleek roofline, what appears to be a full-width light bar, 'Subaru' lettering across the tailgate, and the requisite plastic wheel-arch cladding. The vehicle will be revealed on July 17, 2025 at 7:30pm US Eastern Time, so July 18 for Australians. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. There appears to be a close resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+ (pictured below), which could point to the Uncharted being yet another Toyota twin. The Trailseeker revealed in April has been twinned with the Toyota bZ4X Touring, differing predominantly in front- and rear-end styling, following the formula set by the Subaru Solterra and Toyota bZ4X. The C-HR+ is being offered in Europe with a choice of single-motor front-wheel drive or dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrains, and with either 57.7kWh or 77kWh batteries. Claimed range is between 455km and 600km depending on the variant, while the entry-level FWD C-HR+ will produce 123kW of power and the flagship dual-motor AWD variant will pump out 252kW of power – good for a claimed 5.2-second sprint to 100km/h. Despite sharing its name with the hybrid C-HR, the C-HR+ is a larger vehicle. At 4520mm long, 1870mm wide and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase, it's 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5, while still being 170mm shorter (if 10mm wider) than the Solterra. The C-HR+ hasn't officially been locked in for an Australian launch, but CarExpert understands it will eventually come here. Subaru has also confirmed it plans to offer more electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia, but has kept mum on what these could be. ABOVE: Subaru Trailseeker; facelifted Subaru Solterra "Globally, Subaru Corporation has made it clear their desire is to have eight EVs by 2028," said Subaru Australia general manager Scott Lawrence in May. "How each one of these and when each one of these fits into… we're working very close with Subaru Corporation. And we absolutely have a desire to build our EV offerings for Australian consumers." The company's Australiam arm has yet to confirm when it'll launch the Trailseeker here, as well as the facelifted Solterra also revealed in April. Subaru announced in 2023 it plans to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028 ahead of EVs accounting for 50 per cent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. A three-row electric SUV co-developed with Toyota had been expected to be among the next to be revealed. However, production of the Toyota and Subaru twins was delayed last year from 2025 to 2026. MORE: Everything Subaru Content originally sourced from: Yes, 'uncharted' means something that's never been mapped, but is Subaru capitalising on the popularity of a certain video game franchise with its latest electric SUV? The 2026 Subaru Uncharted has been teased by the Japanese brand's North American arm as its "newest, all-electric compact crossover SUV". Per US definitions, that makes it a mid-size SUV… which is also what the Solterra is referred to there. Subaru of America has released a single teaser but it's hard to make out much beyond a sleek roofline, what appears to be a full-width light bar, 'Subaru' lettering across the tailgate, and the requisite plastic wheel-arch cladding. The vehicle will be revealed on July 17, 2025 at 7:30pm US Eastern Time, so July 18 for Australians. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. There appears to be a close resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+ (pictured below), which could point to the Uncharted being yet another Toyota twin. The Trailseeker revealed in April has been twinned with the Toyota bZ4X Touring, differing predominantly in front- and rear-end styling, following the formula set by the Subaru Solterra and Toyota bZ4X. The C-HR+ is being offered in Europe with a choice of single-motor front-wheel drive or dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrains, and with either 57.7kWh or 77kWh batteries. Claimed range is between 455km and 600km depending on the variant, while the entry-level FWD C-HR+ will produce 123kW of power and the flagship dual-motor AWD variant will pump out 252kW of power – good for a claimed 5.2-second sprint to 100km/h. Despite sharing its name with the hybrid C-HR, the C-HR+ is a larger vehicle. At 4520mm long, 1870mm wide and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase, it's 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5, while still being 170mm shorter (if 10mm wider) than the Solterra. The C-HR+ hasn't officially been locked in for an Australian launch, but CarExpert understands it will eventually come here. Subaru has also confirmed it plans to offer more electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia, but has kept mum on what these could be. ABOVE: Subaru Trailseeker; facelifted Subaru Solterra "Globally, Subaru Corporation has made it clear their desire is to have eight EVs by 2028," said Subaru Australia general manager Scott Lawrence in May. "How each one of these and when each one of these fits into… we're working very close with Subaru Corporation. And we absolutely have a desire to build our EV offerings for Australian consumers." The company's Australiam arm has yet to confirm when it'll launch the Trailseeker here, as well as the facelifted Solterra also revealed in April. Subaru announced in 2023 it plans to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028 ahead of EVs accounting for 50 per cent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. A three-row electric SUV co-developed with Toyota had been expected to be among the next to be revealed. However, production of the Toyota and Subaru twins was delayed last year from 2025 to 2026. MORE: Everything Subaru Content originally sourced from: Yes, 'uncharted' means something that's never been mapped, but is Subaru capitalising on the popularity of a certain video game franchise with its latest electric SUV? The 2026 Subaru Uncharted has been teased by the Japanese brand's North American arm as its "newest, all-electric compact crossover SUV". Per US definitions, that makes it a mid-size SUV… which is also what the Solterra is referred to there. Subaru of America has released a single teaser but it's hard to make out much beyond a sleek roofline, what appears to be a full-width light bar, 'Subaru' lettering across the tailgate, and the requisite plastic wheel-arch cladding. The vehicle will be revealed on July 17, 2025 at 7:30pm US Eastern Time, so July 18 for Australians. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. There appears to be a close resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+ (pictured below), which could point to the Uncharted being yet another Toyota twin. The Trailseeker revealed in April has been twinned with the Toyota bZ4X Touring, differing predominantly in front- and rear-end styling, following the formula set by the Subaru Solterra and Toyota bZ4X. The C-HR+ is being offered in Europe with a choice of single-motor front-wheel drive or dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrains, and with either 57.7kWh or 77kWh batteries. Claimed range is between 455km and 600km depending on the variant, while the entry-level FWD C-HR+ will produce 123kW of power and the flagship dual-motor AWD variant will pump out 252kW of power – good for a claimed 5.2-second sprint to 100km/h. Despite sharing its name with the hybrid C-HR, the C-HR+ is a larger vehicle. At 4520mm long, 1870mm wide and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase, it's 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5, while still being 170mm shorter (if 10mm wider) than the Solterra. The C-HR+ hasn't officially been locked in for an Australian launch, but CarExpert understands it will eventually come here. Subaru has also confirmed it plans to offer more electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia, but has kept mum on what these could be. ABOVE: Subaru Trailseeker; facelifted Subaru Solterra "Globally, Subaru Corporation has made it clear their desire is to have eight EVs by 2028," said Subaru Australia general manager Scott Lawrence in May. "How each one of these and when each one of these fits into… we're working very close with Subaru Corporation. And we absolutely have a desire to build our EV offerings for Australian consumers." The company's Australiam arm has yet to confirm when it'll launch the Trailseeker here, as well as the facelifted Solterra also revealed in April. Subaru announced in 2023 it plans to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028 ahead of EVs accounting for 50 per cent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. A three-row electric SUV co-developed with Toyota had been expected to be among the next to be revealed. However, production of the Toyota and Subaru twins was delayed last year from 2025 to 2026. MORE: Everything Subaru Content originally sourced from: Yes, 'uncharted' means something that's never been mapped, but is Subaru capitalising on the popularity of a certain video game franchise with its latest electric SUV? The 2026 Subaru Uncharted has been teased by the Japanese brand's North American arm as its "newest, all-electric compact crossover SUV". Per US definitions, that makes it a mid-size SUV… which is also what the Solterra is referred to there. Subaru of America has released a single teaser but it's hard to make out much beyond a sleek roofline, what appears to be a full-width light bar, 'Subaru' lettering across the tailgate, and the requisite plastic wheel-arch cladding. The vehicle will be revealed on July 17, 2025 at 7:30pm US Eastern Time, so July 18 for Australians. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. There appears to be a close resemblance to the recently revealed electric Toyota C-HR+ (pictured below), which could point to the Uncharted being yet another Toyota twin. The Trailseeker revealed in April has been twinned with the Toyota bZ4X Touring, differing predominantly in front- and rear-end styling, following the formula set by the Subaru Solterra and Toyota bZ4X. The C-HR+ is being offered in Europe with a choice of single-motor front-wheel drive or dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrains, and with either 57.7kWh or 77kWh batteries. Claimed range is between 455km and 600km depending on the variant, while the entry-level FWD C-HR+ will produce 123kW of power and the flagship dual-motor AWD variant will pump out 252kW of power – good for a claimed 5.2-second sprint to 100km/h. Despite sharing its name with the hybrid C-HR, the C-HR+ is a larger vehicle. At 4520mm long, 1870mm wide and 1595mm tall on a 2750mm wheelbase, it's 55mm shorter and 25mm wider than the outgoing Mazda CX-5, while still being 170mm shorter (if 10mm wider) than the Solterra. The C-HR+ hasn't officially been locked in for an Australian launch, but CarExpert understands it will eventually come here. Subaru has also confirmed it plans to offer more electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia, but has kept mum on what these could be. ABOVE: Subaru Trailseeker; facelifted Subaru Solterra "Globally, Subaru Corporation has made it clear their desire is to have eight EVs by 2028," said Subaru Australia general manager Scott Lawrence in May. "How each one of these and when each one of these fits into… we're working very close with Subaru Corporation. And we absolutely have a desire to build our EV offerings for Australian consumers." The company's Australiam arm has yet to confirm when it'll launch the Trailseeker here, as well as the facelifted Solterra also revealed in April. Subaru announced in 2023 it plans to offer four electric SUVs by 2026, with another four EVs due by 2028 ahead of EVs accounting for 50 per cent – or 600,000 units – of its global sales volume per year by 2030. A three-row electric SUV co-developed with Toyota had been expected to be among the next to be revealed. However, production of the Toyota and Subaru twins was delayed last year from 2025 to 2026. 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Toyota stuns with sleek electric SUV packed with luxury features: 'More than just a vehicle'
Toyota just released its newest electric vehicle — the C-HR+ — in Norway, Electrek reported, and the company has been hyping it for its "stunning" appearance and impressive range. While Toyota announced the vehicle in March, Norway is the first market to receive the 373-mile-range SUV. The C-HR+ could also cost less than other electric SUVs, according to Electrek, which projected it to start in the $30,000 range if it hit the U.S. in 2026. Piotr Pawlak, president of Toyota Norway, said the C-HR+ is "more than just a vehicle — it's a statement." Pawlak said the vehicle was "stunning" and that it "embodies Toyota's vision of blending fun-to-drive excitement with eco-conscious innovation." The C-HR+ comes with a 55.7 or 77 kWh battery, featuring the 373-mile range on the larger of the two batteries. The larger battery version is also available with front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive, making it "the perfect electric SUV for Norwegian roads," according to Toyota. Improving upon a gas-powered version of the vehicle, which was discontinued in 2022, the C-HR+ includes a roomier interior with more space for passengers and cargo. The new EV will also be Toyota's most powerful vehicle in Europe, reaching 0 to 62 miles an hour in 5.2 seconds with 343 horsepower. While EVs can cost more than traditional vehicles initially, the C-HR+ could be more affordable and tax credits up to $7,500 can offset the price of EVs. EVs also cost less over their lifetimes, requiring less maintenance and saving 60% on annual fuel costs, according to a 2020 Consumer Reports study. Fueling EVs with electricity produced by solar panels can increase these savings further. Installing solar panels, like EVs, may qualify you for tax credits, and EnergySage provides resources and quotes for installation. Solar panels also improve the environmental impact of EVs, since 79% of electricity comes from dirty energy resources like coal and natural gas. Despite the resources required to charge and manufacture them, EVs are better for the environment. EVs surpass gas-fueled cars as being more environmentally friendly after 13,500 miles, one Reuters study claimed, while another MIT study found gas-fueled cars emit 350 grams of carbon per mile over their lifetimes while EVs emit just 200. Toyota's C-HR+ is the latest EV among an increase in all-electric models across automakers. The vehicle follows Toyota's 25-year EV history and will launch in other European markets later this year. According to Electrek, "For those in the US, we'll have to wait for the official word, but if it does arrive, which would likely be in 2026, the C-HR+ would sit below the bZ4X," which Electrek said would mean a price range between $30,000 and $35,000. If you were going to purchase an EV, which of these factors would be most important to you? Cost Battery range Power and speed The way it looks Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
