If his success is marginal in France, Subaru remains an influential automaker. Even original about its industrial strategies! Founded in 1953there Japanese brand specializes in flat engines (known as “Boxer”). The same as in all-wheel drive models. For example, the Leone 4WD launched in 1972 is considered to be the first production car with 4X4 transmission! Over the years, the brand will grow from success to success. Guided, in particular, by development his Forester SUV and with his Impreza compact sedan. We owe the package to the latter Victory in the World Rally Championship (about fifty!) who contributed make this name a part of the legend of the car. But in recent years, our brand has been discreet…

Only one electric model, but not yet in France

Only four models are offered in Francecompared to 9 in the United States. Eventcrossover XV, Forester SUV and station wagon hinterland. The first three are automatically offered as an e-Boxer hybrid. Outback only on gasoline. There is no electric model on this table. However, a quick look at the Belgian site, for example, shows the Solterra crossover. This first 100% electric model from Subaru was developed together with Toyota.

It is equipped with the same technology as the BZ4X: a 218 hp engine. powered by a battery with a capacity of 71.4 kWh. And as required by Subaru, all-wheel drive is offered as standard! Launched in 2022, it is not yet available here. Subaru is a brand that has traditionally been burdened with environmental fines in France. While we still don’t know if the new-generation Impreza will arrive here, the manufacturer announced the future development of three new electric SUVs.

Four electric models in the next few years

Subaru aims to reach 40% of electric vehicle sales by 2030, and 200,000 per year until 2026. Therefore, the maneuver must be accelerated! By 2030 Therefore, the Japanese manufacturer will have four electric models in its range, including the current Solterra. Among the novelties, the electrical equivalent of the Crossteka crossover derived from the Impreza. It is known to us under the name XV, but its latest generation is not common there.

The second will be an electric wagon, also segment Cand is positioned as an alternative to the Outback. Finally, the large 7-seater Ascent SUV will also be eligible for an electric equivalent. Although it is not currently widespread in our country, such motorization allows us to consider it for the future. Subaru has not specified a launch date for these models.. But with 200,000 units planned for 2026, there’s no doubt we’ll know more before that date.