The 2027 Subaru Getaway: Everything We Know So Far
Subaru just made a big move into the family EV space, and it has a name built for the brand's outdoorsy crowd: the Getaway. Unveiled at the New York International Auto Show, this all-new three-row electric SUV is the largest vehicle Subaru has ever built, and it lands in showrooms by the end of 2026. Here's what we know so far.
The Biggest Subaru Yet
The Getaway slots in as Subaru's fourth EV, joining the Solterra, Uncharted, and Trailseeker. But this one is different in a couple of important ways. It's the first Subaru EV built in the United States, and it's the largest vehicle in the entire lineup, coming in two inches longer and two inches wider than the gas-powered Ascent. (Good news for Ascent fans: Subaru confirmed that model isn't going anywhere, so a gas three-row stays on the menu.)
Yes, It Shares DNA With the Toyota Highlander!
If the Getaway looks familiar, that's because it rides on the same platform as the new 2027 Toyota Highlander EV, the latest product of the ongoing Subaru-Toyota partnership. But Subaru differentiated this one more than expected. The biggest difference is up front, where the Getaway gets a flatter nose, a more rugged bumper, a light-up emblem, and unique daytime running lights. From the side, the two are nearly twins.
The real story is under the skin. Subaru souped this one up.
Power and Capability
Every Getaway comes standard with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup making up to 420 horsepower. That's 82 more horses than the Highlander EV it shares a design with. Subaru expects buyers to pack this thing full of people and gear, so the extra power is aimed at confident mountain-road climbing.
On the capability front, it carries real Subaru hallmarks:
∙ 8.3 inches of ground clearance
∙ 7 Dual-Function X-Mode with a Deep Snow/Mud setting for higher wheel spin
∙ Standard ladder-style roof rails rated for an 800-pound static load, built with rooftop camping in mind
Subaru says the ground clearance, standard AWD, and X-Mode mean owners can stick with all-season tires rather than all-terrains for most adventures.
Battery, Range, and Charging
All models use a 95.7-kWh battery pack, with a standard-range 77-kWh version offered on the Premium trim early on. Official range isn't confirmed, but Subaru is targeting over 300 miles per charge. It comes with a standard NACS charging port and can go from 10 to 80 percent in about 30 minutes on a fast charger.
Inside the Cabin
The interior is built for family duty. Highlights include:
∙ A 14.0-inch infotainment touchscreen plus a pair of front smartphone charging pads
∙ Second-row captain's chairs, or a three-across bench on the Limited trim
∙ A third row that seats two, roomy enough for an adult on shorter trips
∙ 16 cubic feet of cargo behind the third row, expanding to 46 cubic feet with the power-folding third row down, and even more with everything folded flat
∙ A 110-volt outlet in the cargo bay
∙ Touring trims get real leather, while Premium and Limited go with synthetic.
Trims, Pricing, and Timing
The Getaway launches in October in three all-wheel-drive trims: Premium, Limited, and Touring. Pricing hasn't been announced, but early estimates put the starting point somewhere between $50,000 and $60,000. Expect units to hit Subaru showrooms by the end of 2026.
The Bottom Line
Three-row EVs are still rare, and the Getaway is poised to be one of the few mainstream options out there. With more power than its Toyota sibling, genuine Subaru capability, standard AWD across the board, and a name that practically begs you to load up and head for the trailhead, it's shaping up to be one of the more interesting family EVs on the way. We'll update this post as official range and pricing land!