After 35 years in showrooms, the Subaru Legacy has officially bowed out of production in the United States. While there’s no new generation on the horizon, one independent designer has reimagined the sedan as if it were stepping into the electric era.

The fictional 2027 Subaru Legacy comes from Digimods Design, who shared the concept on his YouTube channel. Up front, the design takes cues from Subaru’s recent EVs, including the new Uncharted, the refreshed Solterra, and the Trailsport / E-Outback. The look is defined by slim LED headlights, a narrow grille, and a sharply contoured bumper.

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The greenhouse and the sheet metal on the profile are carried over from the outgoing seventh-generation Legacy that debuted in 2019 and received a facelift in 2023. However, the designer has added new alloy wheels and fresh color options.

The rear end of the midsize sedan adopts a more conventional approach. A pair of elongated LED taillights is combined with a modern tailgate and a sleeker bumper. The latter houses a split diffuser, proving that this Subaru doesn’t have a combustion engine up front.

Illustrations Digidmods Design / YouTube

The design study doesn’t include renderings of the interior, but it’s easy to imagine a high-tech digital cockpit similar to the other Toyota-based Subaru EVs.

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The outgoing Legacy sat on the Subaru Global Platform, which wasn’t designed with electric powertrains in mind. In a more speculative scenario, however, this hypothetical EV could borrow the dual-motor setup from the Uncharted crossover, offering 338 hp (252 kW / 344 PS) and Subaru’s trademark all-wheel drive.

For now, Subaru has given no sign that a Legacy EV is in the works. The brand’s electric strategy is centered on crossovers and SUVs developed with Toyota, which leaves little space in the lineup for a sedan.

Subaru introduced the partically redesigned Solterra earlier this year, and now the company has announced pricing will start at $38,495. That’s the same as its predecessor, despite boasting more than a 25 percent increase in range.

Kicking things off is the entry-level Solterra Premium, which has a face worthy of the witness protection program. While it’s bland and generic, the model features an illuminated logo that is flanked by new headlights. Buyers will also find rain-sensing wipers, a power liftgate, and restyled 18-inch alloy wheels.

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The interior eschews odd design touches and now features a freestanding 7-inch digital instrument cluster and an all-new 14-inch infotainment system. They’re joined by a new dashboard and a revamped center console, which sports a dual 15 watt wireless smartphone charger.

Elsewhere, there’s a leather-wrapped steering wheel and heated StarTex front seats with 10-way power adjustment on the driver’s side. The crossover also has ambient lighting, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink.

Speaking of equipment, the model has Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Hands-Free Low Speed Driving, and Emergency Steering Assist. They’re joined by Front Cross-Traffic Alert, Pre-Collision Braking, Lane Departure Alert, Emergency Stop Assist, a Blind Spot Monitor, and Collision Avoidance Assist with Automatic Steering.

Power comes from a new 74.7 kWh battery pack, which delivers 288 miles (463 km) of range. It’s paired to an upgraded dual motor all-wheel drive system developing 233 hp (174 kW / 236 PS). Other notable highlights include an uprated 11 kW onboard charger and a new North American Charging Standard (NACS) port.

A Cheaper Limited Trim

Moving up the trim ladder is the Solterra Limited, which starts at $41,395. That’s $600 less than last year’s model and it’s distinguished by larger 20-inch wheels as well as power-folding side mirrors with integrated turn signals. Buyers will also find a dual rear spoiler and a power liftgate with a kick sensor.

The upgrades extend to the cabin, which has been equipped with a heated steering wheel and heated rear seats. They’re joined by a Harman Kardon premium audio system, a power passenger seat, a 120V rear power outlet, parking assist, and a Panoramic View Monitor.

The powertrain carries over, but the range drops to 278 miles (447 km). However, you can upgrade to the Limited XT for $42,895. This is a no-brainer as it features an upgraded dual-motor all-wheel drive system with 338 hp (252 kW / 343 PS). It enables the model to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in less than five seconds and Subaru says the range is unchanged at 278 miles (447 km).

A Range-Topping Touring XT

Last but not least is the range-topping Solterra Touring XT, which begins at $45,555. It focuses on luxury as buyers will find heated and ventilated fronts seats with radiant leg warmers. The model also sports a digital rearview mirror, a panoramic moonroof, LED footwell lighting, and a retractable cargo cover.

The 2026 Solterra will arrive at dealerships this fall and customers who buy or lease the EV will receive access to a Subaru rental vehicle for up to 10 days. This means if you have a long trip, you can leave the EV at home and not have to worry about charging.

2026 Subaru Solterra Pricing

Prices exclude a $1,450 destination fee

Advanced solid-state batteries have long been regarded as the holy grail for electric vehicles and Subaru has joined fellow Japanese brands Toyota and Nissan by working to implement these advanced new packs. However, rather than using them in any of its EVs, Subaru is instead utilizing solid-state batteries in robots which build engines and transmissions.

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The batteries in question come from Japanese electronics firm Maxell Ltd and have been primarily used as backup batteries in industrial equipment, designed to protect against computer memory loss. These solid state cells, like those set to be used by future EVs, have a ceramic-like electrolyte rather than a liquid one. This makes them more energy-dense and allow them to support fast charging than traditional lithium-ion cells.

Why Robots Come First

Maxell’s batteries are less than 1 kWh in capacity, and therefore far too small to use in a vehicle. However, they have been adapted for use with Subaru’s factory robots which usually need battery changes every one or two years. These new batteries can last for up to 10 years.

According to Auto News, Subaru has already introduced the batteries into nine robots at its Oizumi engine and transmission plant north of Tokyo.

“By installing all-solid-state batteries in the industrial robots used at our factory, Subaru aims to reduce both industrial waste and maintenance work for industrial robots by utilizing the long battery life,” the company said in a statement.

Subaru’s EV Balancing Act

A few short months ago, Subaru acknowledged that it was “re-evaluating” its electrification strategy, becoming just the latest in a slew of car manufacturers that have become increasingly concerned with the slowing growth of EV sales in certain markets. However, it recently revealed its second EV for North America, named the Uncharted.

This is the brand’s take on the new electric Toyota C-HR but has a slightly more rugged design. The flagship model has a pair of electric motors that combine to deliver 338 hp and enable it to hit 60 mph (96 km/h) in 5 seconds.