by Michael Gauthier
- Subaru is gearing up to introduce a new three-row EV.
- The model debuts in New York and will have 420 hp.
- Crossover will likely be based on the Toyota Highlander.
The 2027 Nissan Z and Volkswagen Atlas are getting some company as Subaru has announced plans to introduce a new three-row, electric crossover at the New York Auto Show. It debuts on April Fool’s Day, but it’s real and it will pack a 420 hp (313 kW / 426 PS) punch.
Subaru isn’t saying much, but there’s little doubt the model will be yet another badge engineered vehicle shared with Toyota. This will make four of them and the latest should follow in the footsteps of the redesigned Highlander.
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While the automaker is playing coy, they released a teaser image revealing a familiar front end that echoes the Solterra, Trailseeker, and Uncharted. Details are hard to make out, but we can see split lighting units and an illuminated logo. They’re joined by a roof rack and a shark fin antenna.
That’s not a lot to go on, but the Highlander has 77- and 95.8 kWh battery packs as well as a choice of front- and all-wheel drive. The former has 221 hp (165 kW / 224 PS), while the latter develops 338 hp (252 kW / 343 PS). These setups enable the crossover to offer ranges of between 270 and 320 miles (435 and 515 km).
We can also expect a NACS port as well as a DC fast charging capability that can take the battery from 10% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes. A dual-level 120V/240V charging cable should also be included as well.
Powertrain aside, we can expect a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14-inch infotainment system. They should be accompanied by a six-speaker audio system and a 64-color ambient lighting system.
The 2027 Toyota Highlander lands late this year, so expect the new Subaru to arrive around then as well.
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Subaru's new three-row EV will pack 420 hp and debut at the New York Auto Show on April 1st.
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This marks Subaru's fourth badge-engineered vehicle with Toyota, showing deepening partnership in electrification.
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The Toyota Highlander EV it's based on offers up to 320 miles of range with fast-charging capability.
