Subaru unveils in-house EV platform and powertrain, stepping away from Toyota partnership
By Eve
Subaru has revealed a fully in-house electric vehicle platform, batteries, motors and control systems at a test centre north of Tokyo, marking a shift from its Toyota collaboration that produced the Solterra (sibling to the bZ4X) and a 2024 partnership targeting four electric SUVs per brand by end 2026. The prototype, disguised in an Outback body, features an all-wheel-drive system delivering 509 horsepower (380 kW) and a 0 to 100 km/h time under 4 seconds. Subaru stated the next generation will gain greater design autonomy with less Toyota involvement.
Why it matters
Automakers developing proprietary EV platforms signal potential new supply chain opportunities for charging infrastructure providers and component suppliers outside existing joint venture arrangements. Subaru's emphasis on all-wheel-drive performance may drive demand for higher power charging solutions at dealerships and fleet depots serving markets where the brand is strong.
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- [FR] “Subaru prend ses distances avec Toyota et prépare sa future voiture électrique 100% maison”
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- 25 October 2026
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