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Subaru Delays New Getaway EV, And The Reason Sounds Familiar

  • Subaru confirmed the Getaway’s production start has been delayed.
  • The automaker says it needs more time for final adjustments.
  • Toyota previously announced a similar delay for its related three-row EV.

Subaru has officially confirmed that production of its all-new 2027 Getaway has been pushed back, weeks after Toyota acknowledged a similar setback for its closely related electric SUV. While the automaker hasn’t revealed how long the holdup will last, it says the extra time is needed to complete final adjustments before launch. Until now, Subaru had continued to publicly point to a fall 2026 arrival without acknowledging any changes.

More: Subaru’s New Getaway Is Basically A Faster, More Powerful Highlander

In a statement provided to Carscoops, Subaru confirmed the delay, saying, “The start of production for the Getaway is expected to be delayed to allow sufficient time for final adjustments before launch.” The statement is telling because it mirrors Toyota’s explanation almost word-for-word. Earlier this month, Toyota said production of its upcoming battery-electric Highlander had slipped for the same reason, more time to sort out the details before the line starts moving.

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That isn’t especially surprising. The Getaway and Toyota’s three-row electric SUV are essentially the same vehicle under the skin, with both expected to roll off the line together at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky. Given their shared platform and manufacturing plans, questions quickly arose about whether Toyota’s setback would also hit Subaru’s model. Until now, though, Subaru had said nothing that broke from its original timeline.

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The company hasn’t said when production will now begin or whether the slip will affect customer deliveries. It also declined to elaborate on what those “final adjustments” involve, leaving open the possibility that the changes could range from software refinement to manufacturing readiness or validation testing. Production could still begin this year.

Toyota specifically said the Highlander was facing at least an eight-week delay. For buyers, the wait probably won’t change much in the near term. The Getaway remains one of Subaru’s most important upcoming EVs, expanding the brand beyond the Solterra with a larger, three-row electric SUV aimed squarely at growing family demand. A few extra months on the clock is a fair trade if it means the Getaway arrives sorted rather than half-baked.

 Subaru Delays New Getaway EV, And The Reason Sounds Familiar
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Subaru’s Second-Quickest Production Car Holds Its Price For 2027

  • The entry-level 2027 Solterra Premium starts at $38,495.
  • Subaru still offers the EV in 233-hp or 338-hp forms.
  • Buyers pick from Premium, Limited, Limited XT, or Touring XT.

In an era when it seems almost inevitable that any new car will cost more than the one it replaces, Subaru has once again bucked the trend by remaining firm on the pricing of the all-electric Solterra.

After several significant updates for 2026, the 2027 Subaru Solterra carries over largely untouched. Every version still runs a 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery good for up to 288 miles (463 km) of range. Dual motors and all-wheel drive are standard across the board, but the cheaper Premium and Limited cars are held to 233 hp, while the Limited XT and Touring XT make 338 hp.

Also: Subaru Trailseeker Becomes A Thrillseeker In Our 0-60 Test

That more powerful version recently lost a title it held only briefly. It was the quickest production Subaru on sale at 4.9 seconds to 60 mph (96 km/h) until the new Trailseeker showed up and did the job in 4.4.

The base Solterra Premium opens at $38,495, unchanged from before, though it skips the five-year trial of SubaruConnect Safety and Remote services that the pricier trims include. Standard equipment runs to 18-inch wheels, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, ambient lighting, and a 14-inch infotainment display. Black StarTex water-resistant upholstery is fitted as standard.

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Prices for the Limited and Limited XT are $41,395 and $42,895, respectively, both offering the same features except that the XT uses the 338-hp dual-motor powertrain. Added features over the Premium include a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, and a Harman Kardon audio system. A key change made for 2027 is that all models painted in Elemental Red Pearl are paired exclusively with Gray StarTex upholstery, while Midnight Tide Mica versions have Black StarTex upholstery.

Read: Subaru’s 2026 Solterra Got 25% More Range And No One Raised The Price

The Touring XT stays at the top of the range, now starting at $45,855. That’s $300 more than last year, but only because black and blue leather is now standard. Order a 2026 model with the then-optional leather, and you paid the same money.

2027 Subaru Solterra US Pricing
Model/TrimTransmissionMSRP
Solterra PremiumSST$38,495
Solterra LimitedSST$41,395
Solterra Limited XTSST$42,895
Solterra Touring XTSST$45,855
Solterra Paint Options
Premium Paint$475
Two-Tone Paint$495
Premium + Two-Tone Paint$970
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Subaru’s Second-Quickest Production Car Holds Its Price For 2027

  • The entry-level 2027 Solterra Premium starts at $38,495.
  • Subaru still offers the EV in 233-hp or 338-hp forms.
  • Buyers pick from Premium, Limited, Limited XT, or Touring XT.

In an era when it seems almost inevitable that any new car will cost more than the one it replaces, Subaru has once again bucked the trend by remaining firm on the pricing of the all-electric Solterra.

After several significant updates for 2026, the 2027 Subaru Solterra carries over largely untouched. Every version still runs a 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery good for up to 288 miles (463 km) of range. Dual motors and all-wheel drive are standard across the board, but the cheaper Premium and Limited cars are held to 233 hp, while the Limited XT and Touring XT make 338 hp.

Also: Subaru Trailseeker Becomes A Thrillseeker In Our 0-60 Test

That more powerful version recently lost a title it held only briefly. It was the quickest production Subaru on sale at 4.9 seconds to 60 mph (96 km/h) until the new Trailseeker showed up and did the job in 4.4.

The base Solterra Premium opens at $38,495, unchanged from before, though it skips the five-year trial of SubaruConnect Safety and Remote services that the pricier trims include. Standard equipment runs to 18-inch wheels, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, ambient lighting, and a 14-inch infotainment display. Black StarTex water-resistant upholstery is fitted as standard.

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Prices for the Limited and Limited XT are $41,395 and $42,895, respectively, both offering the same features except that the XT uses the 338-hp dual-motor powertrain. Added features over the Premium include a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, and a Harman Kardon audio system. A key change made for 2027 is that all models painted in Elemental Red Pearl are paired exclusively with Gray StarTex upholstery, while Midnight Tide Mica versions have Black StarTex upholstery.

Read: Subaru’s 2026 Solterra Got 25% More Range And No One Raised The Price

The Touring XT stays at the top of the range, now starting at $45,855. That’s $300 more than last year, but only because black and blue leather is now standard. Order a 2026 model with the then-optional leather, and you paid the same money.

2027 Subaru Solterra US Pricing
Model/TrimTransmissionMSRP
Solterra PremiumSST$38,495
Solterra LimitedSST$41,395
Solterra Limited XTSST$42,895
Solterra Touring XTSST$45,855
Solterra Paint Options
Premium Paint$475
Two-Tone Paint$495
Premium + Two-Tone Paint$970
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