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Subaru Trailseeker
Car and Driver says the Trailseeker is Subaru's growing electric lineup's best effort yet, a mid-size two-row SUV standing as the electric alternative to the popular Outback, offering the rugged look and station wagon proportions that brand loyalists may be missing now that the Outback has morphed into a more upright SUV, with an up-to-31-cubic-foot cargo area, a standard ladder-type roof rail system for bike, kayak, and surfboard holders, a 3,500-pound towing capacity, and a pair of electric motors generating a combined 375 horsepower. MotorTrend rates the Trailseeker 8.5/10, saying it shares its essence with the Toyota bZ Woodland but is an authentic Subaru manufactured in the automaker's own factory, distinguished by heavily accented bumpers and six-LED headlights, delivering strong, smooth acceleration and agreeable on-road manners, competing with the Tesla Model Y, Honda Prologue, and Chevrolet Blazer EV, though its range isn't all that impressive and peak charging speed is poor.
The electric alternative to the Outback
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Trailseeker is Subaru's growing electric lineup's best effort yet, a mid-size two-row SUV standing as the electric alternative to the popular Outback, offering the rugged look and station wagon proportions that brand loyalists may be missing now that the Outback has morphed into a more upright SUV.
375 hp, 31 cubic feet, 3,500-pound towing
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Trailseeker offers an up-to-31-cubic-foot cargo area, a standard ladder-type roof rail system for bike, kayak, and surfboard holders, a 3,500-pound towing capacity, and a pair of electric motors generating a combined 375 horsepower.
A Toyota bZ Woodland twin, but authentically Subaru
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) rates the Trailseeker 8.5/10, saying it shares its essence with the Toyota bZ Woodland but is an authentic Subaru manufactured in the automaker's own factory, competing with the Tesla Model Y, Honda Prologue, and Chevrolet Blazer EV, though its range isn't all that impressive and peak charging speed is poor.
Questions buyers ask
Is the Subaru Trailseeker related to a Toyota?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says yes, it shares its underpinnings with the Toyota bZ Woodland.
How much horsepower does the Subaru Trailseeker have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a combined 375 hp from its dual motors.
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Every major decision path.
The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker is built around Dual electric motors, rated at 375 horsepower across its compact electric SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 3 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe most the 2027 Subaru Trailseeker is published to tow is 3,500 lb.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 Trailseeker.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2027 Subaru Trailseeker
Every Trailseeker trim shares the same 375-horsepower dual-motor AWD powertrain and 74.7-kWh battery; the three trims separate by audio, seating comfort and convenience equipment. MY2027 keeps the same trim structure with a real AWD software tweak and lower entry pricing in some markets.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
2 indexed Subaru Trailseeker model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Subaru Trailseeker | 2027 record → | |
| 2026 Subaru Trailseeker | 2026 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Subaru Trailseeker.
The Subaru Trailseeker is built alongside the Toyota bZ4X, and public records cover the two together. Generation history, the fact box and background are on the Toyota bZ4X page; the safety record for the Subaru Trailseeker itself follows.
Year by year
The Subaru Trailseeker across 2 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Subaru Trailseeker | 114–117 | $650–$700 | 2 |
| 2026 Subaru Trailseeker | 114–117 | $650–$700 | 2 |
Trim by trim
Every 2027 Subaru Trailseeker trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touring | AWD | Dual AC Electric Motors | 375 | – | 4,510 | 3,500 | – | $48,050 |
| Premium | AWD | Dual AC Electric Motors | 375 | – | 4,395 | 3,500 | – | $41,490 |
| Limited | AWD | Dual AC Electric Motors | 375 | – | 4,475 | 3,500 | – | $45,490 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2027 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
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Frequent questions
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Q01How many trims does the 2027 Trailseeker come in?
The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker (compact electric SUV) comes in 3 trims: Premium, Limited, Touring.
Q02What are the 2027 Trailseeker trims?
The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker trims are Premium, Limited, Touring, listed from the entry Premium up to the top Touring.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 Trailseeker use?
The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker is built around Dual electric motors, rated at 375 horsepower across its compact electric SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 Trailseeker have?
The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker is rated at 375 horsepower (Dual electric motors).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 Trailseeker?
The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker is offered with Standard AWD.