The ceremonial roll-off of the Subaru E-Outback / Trailseeker marked a milestone in Subaru’s pursuit of their monozukuri or manufacturing capabilities. By assembling all types of propulsion systems on the same line, the Japanese carmaker has achieved a highly efficient production and development process. In turn, this enhances their responsiveness to changes in market demand, further strengthening their competitiveness.

The all-new Subaru Trailseeker (E-Outback in Europe and other markets) is the second model in Subaru’s battery electric vehicle line-up and is jointly developed with Toyota.

Still riding on the E-TNGA platform which it shares with the Subaru Solterra, Toyota bZ4X, and Lexus RZ, the Trailseeker has been lengthened for additional space. Its off-road ready design and character is backed up by its high (210 mm) ground clearance and dual electric motors that offer 375 horsepower. It can also tow up to 1,587 kilograms.

Like the Solterra, the Trailseeker uses a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery delivering more than 418 kilometers of range. It comes with an onboard battery preconditioning system, equating to faster charging in warm or cold temperatures.

The alliance between Toyota and Subaru also marked its 20th anniversary last year. Throughout that time, the collaboration between the two automakers has now expanded to areas including development, production, and even supply chains.