Subaru is expanding its electric lineup in a big way with the all-new 2026 Trailseeker. Following the footsteps of the Solterra, this midsize all-electric SUV combines strength, design, and everyday usability. First revealed at the 2025 New York International Auto Show, the Trailseeker is expected to arrive in early 2026, giving Chicago-area drivers an exciting new EV option with bold styling and rugged capability.
Performance and Range
The Trailseeker's dual-motor system produces 375 horsepower, allowing it to accelerate from 0–60 mph in a manufacturer-estimated 4.5 seconds. Subaru's EV-tuned Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive provides surefooted handling in various conditions, while the dual-function X-MODE® system helps enhance traction on loose or slippery surfaces.
The 2026 Trailseeker has a 75-kWh battery, allowing it to travel a manufacturer-estimated 260 miles between charges. It also offers fast-charging capability, including compatibility for the North American Charging System (NACS) network. That means you'll have access to thousands of stations across the country and can restore up to 80% of your charge quickly on the go.
Accommodations and Amenities
The 2026 Trailseeker's cabin is inspired by its Solterra sibling. It features a sleek design, quality materials, and a modern layout with intuitive controls. Additionally, the seats are nicely cushioned yet supportive for long-distance comfort. As a midsize model, the Trailseeker's cabin is larger than the Solterra's, giving passengers more room to stretch out while also increasing available cargo capacity.
The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker is nicely equipped with many comforts and conveniences. It comes standard with amenities like heated front seats, a power liftgate, a power driver's seat, roof rails, and StarTex® water-repellent upholstery. Depending on your chosen trim level, you can upgrade your Naperville drives with features like:
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated rear outboard seats
- Digital Key
- Hands-free liftgate
- Ventilated front seats
- Panoramic glass roof with motorized shade
Technology and Safety
Technology takes center stage, as the Subaru Trailseeker boasts the largest infotainment display of any Subaru model to date. The 14-inch touchscreen includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, giving you convenient, cord-free access to various smartphone features like hands-free calls, Google or Apple Maps, music, streaming media, and more. Other tech highlights include dual wireless charging pads and an available Digital Key feature that lets you unlock the doors and start the engine with your phone, giving you one less key to carry.
Safety is always a priority with Subaru, and the Trailseeker demonstrates that with an expanded roster of standard EyeSight® driver aids, including:
- Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management
- Emergency Steering Assist
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Lane Tracing Assist
- Traffic Jam Assist (low-speed hands-free driving)
- Blind Spot Monitor with Active Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Alert and Prevention
- Front Cross Traffic Alert
- DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System
- Reverse automatic braking
Shop the Latest Subaru Models near Oak Lawn and Elmhurst
Reach out to The Autobarn Subaru of Countryside to learn more about current and future Subaru models, including the 2026 Trailseeker. We'll gladly answer your questions about configuration options, financing/leasing solutions, and ordering opportunities. If you'd like to check out any of the models in our new vehicle inventory firsthand, we invite you to visit our Chicago-area Subaru dealership for a test drive. We'll be happy to show you around.
