Subaru previews first independently developed electric vehicle

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 03:32 · Archive

Subaru has unveiled its first in-house electric vehicle platform, developed without Toyota, planned for showroom models from 2029.

Subaru has unveiled its first in-house electric vehicle platform, developed independently from Toyota. The engineering evaluation vehicle, demonstrated at a test track in Japan, wears the body of an Outback wagon modified to accommodate the new platform's longer wheelbase. Subaru plans to introduce models based on this platform from 2029.

The two Japanese automakers have previously partnered on Subaru's first three EV models: the Solterra, Trailseeker and Uncharted electric SUVs. Toyota owns 21.46 per cent of Subaru, making it the smaller automaker's largest shareholder.

The all-wheel drive test vehicle uses two e-axle drive units developed with Aisin. The front motor produces 150kW while the rear delivers 230kW, giving combined output of 380kW and a claimed 0-100km/h time of less than 4.0 seconds. This makes the prototype quicker than Subaru's Trailseeker electric SUV, which accelerates from 0-100km/h in 4.4 seconds.

Takatomo Watamori, executive officer in charge of engineering, said: 'By developing vehicles in-house and having EV technologies on our own, we can quickly deliver to our customers the peace of mind and driving pleasure that define Subaru, even in this era of change.'

Subaru previews first independently developed electric vehicle — Image: The West Australian

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Subaru previews it first EV developed without ToyotaAfter working with Toyota on its first three electric vehicles, Subaru has revealed its first in-house EV platform under the body of an Outback wagon.The West Australian · 20 Oct, 03:22
Subaru previews it first EV developed without ToyotaAfter working with Toyota on its first three electric vehicles, Subaru has revealed its first in-house EV platform under the body of an Outback wagon.Perth Now · 20 Oct, 03:22

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