Subaru sells three electric SUVs. All three carry the same 74.7-kWh battery, all three charge through a NACS port, and their starting prices sit within $5,000 of one another.
The Solterra opens at $38,495 and has been on sale since 2023. The Uncharted undercuts it at $34,995 and is the only one of the three offered with front-wheel drive. The Trailseeker asks $39,995, tows 3,500 pounds, and is the quickest Subaru sold in the United States.
Each one also has a Toyota twin sitting in a showroom across town, built on the same platform with the same battery.
Key Takeaways
- One battery, three cars. The Solterra, Trailseeker and Uncharted all run a 74.7-kWh pack with a NACS port and 150 kW DC fast charging.
- The Uncharted is the range leader, and it gets there by dropping a motor. Front-drive Premium trim clears 300 miles; nothing else in the lineup reaches 290.
- Only the Trailseeker tows. Subaru rates it at 3,500 pounds and does not publish a towing figure for the other two.
- The Trailseeker is the cargo winner at 31.3 cubic feet behind the second row and 74.0 with the seats folded, against 23.8 and 63.5 for the Solterra.
- All three have Toyota twins: the Solterra pairs with the bZ, the Trailseeker with the bZ Woodland, and the Uncharted with the C-HR BEV.
- The Solterra is the only one losing ground. Subaru sold 5,275 through July, down 34.6 percent, while the two newer EVs climbed past it.
- All three charge at 150 kW, 28 minutes from 10 to 80 percent for the Trailseeker and Uncharted, 30 for the Solterra.
- The Solterra is the only one with a recall history. Five campaigns since 2022, three of them Toyota-group component actions shared with Toyota and Lexus. The Trailseeker and Uncharted are too new to have one.
- The Trailseeker is the only one rated to tow, at 3,500 pounds. Subaru publishes no towing figure for the Solterra or the Uncharted.
One Battery, Three Bodies
Subaru builds all three on the e-TNGA architecture it co-developed with Toyota. The 74.7-kWh lithium-ion pack is common to all of them, as is the 28-minute DC fast charge from 10 to 80 percent at up to 150 kW. All three now use a North American Charging Standard port, replacing the CCS plug the Solterra launched with in 2023.
The Solterra is the original, a five-seat crossover that got a substantial refresh for 2026. It moved to the larger 74.7-kWh pack, picked up the NACS port, gained an 11-kW onboard charger and added a more powerful XT variant. Toyota gave its version the same treatment and renamed it from bZ4X to simply bZ.
The Trailseeker is longer, taller in the rear and aimed at people who load gear. Subaru quotes 375 horsepower, a 4.4-second run to 60 mph and 8.5 inches of ground clearance, which is the most of the three.
The Uncharted is the small one and the least expensive, and it is the only Subaru EV you can buy without all-wheel drive.
Price, Power and Range
| Spec | Solterra (2026) | Uncharted (2026) | Trailseeker (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $38,495 | $34,995 | $39,995 |
| Top trim MSRP | $45,555 | $43,795 | $46,555 |
| Destination | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
| Base power | 233 hp | 221 hp (FWD) | 375 hp |
| Top power | 338 hp (XT) | 338 hp (AWD) | 375 hp |
| Drivetrain | AWD only | FWD or AWD | AWD only |
| Battery | 74.7 kWh | 74.7 kWh | 74.7 kWh |
| Max range | 288 miles | 300+ miles | 281 miles |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in | 8.2 in | 8.5 in |
| Cargo behind row two | 23.8 cu ft | 23.0–25.4 cu ft | 31.3 cu ft |
| Towing | Not published | Not published | 3,500 lb |
| DC fast charge 10-80% | ~30 min | ~28 min | 28 min |
| Charge port | NACS | NACS | NACS |
The Range Leader Gives Up a Motor
The Uncharted Premium clears 300 miles, which no other Subaru EV manages. It does that with a single motor driving the front wheels, 221 horsepower, and none of the parasitic loss that comes with turning a second axle.
The Sport is rated at more than 285 miles and the GT at more than 270, both with 338 horsepower from a dual-motor setup. The GT gives up roughly 30 miles against the Premium and gains 117 horsepower.
The Solterra tops out at 288 miles and is dual-motor on every trim, because Subaru does not sell a front-drive Solterra. The Trailseeker peaks at 281 miles on the Premium and drops to 274 on the Limited and Touring.
A Subaru buyer who wants maximum range has to accept front-wheel drive. Anyone unwilling to make that trade is choosing among three cars that all land between 270 and 288 miles.
All Three Peak at 150 kW
All three peak at 150 kW on a DC fast charger. Subaru quotes 28 minutes from 10 to 80 percent for the Trailseeker and Uncharted and 30 for the Solterra. The platform sets that ceiling rather than the trim, so nothing in the Subaru EV catalog charges faster than anything else in it. Spending $12,000 more moves horsepower and cargo space, not charge time.
That 150 kW figure applies to DC fast charging at a public station. Charging at home runs through an 11-kW onboard charger, which all three also share.
Cargo and Towing Separate Them Faster
The Trailseeker holds 31.3 cubic feet behind the second row and 74.0 with the seats folded, though the panoramic roof trims both to 30.4 and 71.8. The Solterra holds 23.8 and expands to 63.5. The Uncharted is quoted two ways, 23.0 cubic feet with its cargo deck board in the upper position and 25.4 with it dropped to the lower one, and Subaru publishes no seats-folded figure for it.
That is a 7.5-cubic-foot gap between the Trailseeker and the Solterra behind the second row, and 10.5 with the seats folded. Subaru also rates the Trailseeker’s roof rails for a 700-pound static load, which matters to anyone putting a tent up there.
Subaru publishes a 3,500-pound tow rating for the Trailseeker and no rating at all for the Solterra or Uncharted.
Ground clearance separates them by fractions. Trailseeker 8.5 inches, Solterra 8.3, Uncharted 8.2.
Every One Has a Toyota Twin
Subaru and Toyota co-developed the e-TNGA platform, and each of these three Subarus has a Toyota counterpart built on it. The pairs share the platform and the 74.7-kWh battery, and in two of the three cases the same power output. The bodies, the badges and the tuning differ.
| Subaru | Toyota twin | Shared hardware |
|---|---|---|
| Solterra | bZ (formerly bZ4X) | 74.7 kWh, NACS, e-TNGA |
| Trailseeker | bZ Woodland | 375 hp, 74.7 kWh, NACS |
| Uncharted | C-HR BEV | 338 hp AWD, 74.7 kWh, NACS |
The Trailseeker and bZ Woodland are the closest pair. Both quote 375 horsepower, both use the 74.7-kWh pack, and Toyota rates the Woodland at 281 miles, the same figure Subaru publishes for the Trailseeker Premium.
The Uncharted and C-HR BEV match on the AWD powertrain at 338 horsepower. Toyota rates the C-HR BEV at 287 miles on the SE grade with 18-inch wheels and 273 on the XSE with 20s, numbers that bracket the Uncharted’s all-wheel-drive figures.
The Solterra and bZ diverge more than the other two pairs. Toyota advertises up to 314 miles for the bZ against Subaru’s 288 for the Solterra, and Toyota sells a front-drive bZ while Subaru keeps the Solterra dual-motor across the board. Buyers who want this car with the longest possible range and do not need all-wheel drive should price the Toyota before signing anything.
The Solterra’s Recall Record
The Trailseeker and Uncharted have no NHTSA recalls. Both went on sale this year, so neither has much of a record to read yet. The Solterra has five campaigns since 2022.
Two trace to the same wheel-bolt problem. Toyota’s June 2022 campaign covered hub bolts that could loosen after low-mileage use and carried a do-not-drive advisory, but Subaru had not yet delivered a Solterra to a dealer or a customer, so it caught cars still in transit. A contractor at two ports then failed to re-torque some of those bolts correctly, and the February 2023 follow-up covered 1,182 delivered cars. Both were remedied years ago.
The other three are Toyota-group component campaigns shared with Toyota and Lexus models, all traced to control modules supplied by Denso: an HVAC fault that could disable the defroster in September 2025, a rearview camera that could freeze or go blank in reverse in October 2025 across 39 models, and a battery ECU fault in June 2026 covering 4,757 Solterras, with owner letters mailed August 17, 2026. That last one is the only campaign that reaches the refreshed 2026 car.
NHTSA lists 40 complaints across the 2023-2025 Solterra, with safety systems accounting for 17 and electrical for 13, alongside five crash reports, one injury and no fires. That is a modest figure for three model years, and the full breakdown sits on our Subaru Solterra reliability page.
What the Market Has Already Decided
Subaru reports sales by model every month.
| Model | July 2026 | 2026 through July | Change vs 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solterra | 138 | 5,275 | -34.6% |
| Trailseeker | 1,077 | 3,513 | New for 2026 |
| Uncharted | 359 | 2,850 | New for 2026 |
The Solterra sold 138 units in July against 1,562 in July 2025. Its two newer showroom-mates combined for 1,436 in the same month. A car that carried Subaru’s entire EV effort three years ago is now the slowest seller in its own lineup.
Through June, Toyota moved 17,553 bZ against Subaru’s 5,137 Solterras, and the bZ was up 89.8 percent year over year while the Solterra fell 20.9 percent. Toyota’s first half alone beat its own full-year 2025 bZ total of 15,609.
Both cars got the same refresh, the same battery and the same charge port. One nearly doubled and the other lost a third of its volume, in a year when the federal $7,500 credit was no longer available to either.
The direction reverses on the other pair. Subaru sold 2,436 Trailseekers through June against 554 Toyota bZ Woodlands, though both launched partway through the year and neither has a full run of months to judge.
Which One to Buy
Buy the Uncharted if
You want the longest range or the lowest price. At $34,995 it undercuts the Solterra by $3,500 and the Trailseeker by $5,000, and the front-drive Premium is the only Subaru EV that clears 300 miles. It is also the right pick for anyone whose winter traction needs are handled by tires rather than a second motor.
Buy the Trailseeker if
You carry things. It is the only one rated to tow, it holds 31.3 cubic feet behind the second row, its roof rails take 700 pounds static, and 375 horsepower makes it the quickest Subaru on sale. The premium over the Uncharted is $5,000 and it buys real capability rather than trim.
Buy the Solterra if
A dealer is discounting one. It is the oldest design of the three, the slowest seller, and it is bracketed by an Uncharted that costs less and goes farther and a Trailseeker that carries more and tows. What it has going for it is three model years of production history and, given where its sales sit, the most negotiating room on the lot.
Price the Toyota first if
You are looking at a Solterra and do not need all-wheel drive. Toyota’s bZ is the same car with a front-drive option and a published range figure 26 miles higher.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Subaru Solterra, Trailseeker and Uncharted?
All three are electric SUVs sharing a 74.7-kWh battery and a NACS charge port. The Uncharted is the smallest and least expensive at $34,995 and offers front-wheel drive. The Solterra is the mid-size original at $38,495 with all-wheel drive standard. The Trailseeker is the largest and most capable at $39,995, with 375 horsepower, 31.3 cubic feet of cargo space and a 3,500-pound towing rating.
Which Subaru EV has the longest range?
The Uncharted Premium, at more than 300 miles. It achieves that with a single front-mounted motor. The Solterra tops out at 288 miles and the Trailseeker at 281, both with all-wheel drive standard.
Can the Subaru Trailseeker tow?
Yes, up to 3,500 pounds. It is the only Subaru EV with a published towing rating. Subaru does not publish towing figures for the Solterra or the Uncharted.
Which Subaru EV is the least expensive?
The Uncharted Premium at $34,995 plus $1,450 destination. That is $3,500 below the Solterra Premium and $5,000 below the Trailseeker Premium.
What is the Toyota version of the Subaru Solterra?
The Toyota bZ, called the bZ4X before the 2026 model year. Both use the 74.7-kWh pack and the e-TNGA platform. Toyota advertises up to 314 miles of range and offers a front-drive version, neither of which Subaru matches on the Solterra.
What is the Toyota version of the Subaru Trailseeker?
The Toyota bZ Woodland. Both are rated at 375 horsepower, both use the 74.7-kWh battery, and Toyota quotes 281 miles of range, matching Subaru’s figure for the Trailseeker Premium.
What is the Toyota version of the Subaru Uncharted?
The Toyota C-HR BEV. Its all-wheel-drive powertrain makes 338 horsepower, the same as the Uncharted Sport and GT, on the same 74.7-kWh pack.
Do all three Subaru EVs use the same battery?
Yes. The Solterra, Trailseeker and Uncharted all use a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion pack with an 11-kW onboard charger and a NACS port.
How fast do Subaru EVs charge?
All three accept up to 150 kW on DC fast charging. Subaru quotes 28 minutes from 10 to 80 percent for the Trailseeker and Uncharted and 30 minutes for the Solterra.
Is the Subaru Uncharted available with all-wheel drive?
Yes. The Premium is front-wheel drive with 221 horsepower, while the Sport and GT use dual motors for 338 horsepower and add X-MODE. Choosing all-wheel drive costs roughly 15 to 30 miles of range depending on trim.
Is the Subaru Solterra being discontinued?
Subaru has not announced any plan to discontinue the Solterra, and it remains on sale for 2026 with a refreshed battery, a NACS port and a new XT model. Its sales have fallen sharply, down 34.6 percent through July 2026, but a sales decline is not a product announcement.
Has the Subaru Solterra been recalled?
Yes, five times since 2022. Two covered hub bolts that could loosen, filed in June 2022 and February 2023 and remedied years ago. Later campaigns covered an HVAC fault affecting the defroster, a rearview camera that could freeze in reverse, and a June 2026 high-voltage battery ECU fault that can cause a loss of drive power on 2026 models. The Trailseeker and Uncharted have no recalls.
Is the Subaru Solterra reliable?
NHTSA lists 40 complaints across the 2023-2025 Solterra, led by safety systems at 17 and electrical at 13, with five crash reports, one injury and no fires. That is a modest complaint volume for three model years. The larger caution is the recall record rather than owner-reported failures.
Which Subaru EV is selling best?
Through July 2026 the Solterra still leads on cumulative volume at 5,275 units, ahead of the Trailseeker at 3,513 and the Uncharted at 2,850. Monthly figures point the other way: in July, Subaru sold 138 Solterras against 1,077 Trailseekers and 359 Uncharteds.
If you need to tow or haul, the Trailseeker is the only answer, and $39,995 is a fair price for 375 horsepower and 3,500 pounds of capacity. If you do not, the Uncharted does everything the Solterra does for $3,500 less with more range, and the Solterra’s case rests on whatever discount a dealer is willing to write. Anyone cross-shopping should price the Toyota twin before signing, because on the Solterra side of the platform the Toyota goes 26 miles farther and offers a drivetrain Subaru does not.
Michael Kahn
Michael Kahn is the writer, photographer, and publisher behind The Weekly Driver. He cares about how cars drive and what they're like to own. He covers automobile industry news, car shows and events, and new car reviews. The reviews come from behind the wheel: day trips that favor back routes, treating a good meal as half the reason to go. He directs and produces the visual media, matching each car to a setting and mood that fit it. When he's not reviewing new cars, Michael races paddleboards, camels, and ostriches, along with the occasional exotic car on the racetrack, and has driven in every state and country visited.
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