Subaru is doubling down on its electric strategy. At the New York Auto Show, the brand unveiled the 2027 Getaway, a three-row electric SUV designed to mirror its traditional SUV lineup while adding capability that Subaru buyers expect.
The Getaway becomes Subaru’s fourth electric vehicle in four years, aligning with the company’s broader strategy: introduce electric versions that match its existing gasoline SUV lineup. With this launch, Subaru now offers electric counterparts to nearly all of its mainstream SUVs.
The Getaway replaces the role of the aging Ascent in Subaru’s portfolio, but instead of gasoline power, it brings a fully electric, all-wheel-drive setup with performance and off-road capability at the forefront.
The 2027 Getaway closely follows the recently announced Toyota Highlander EV in size and layout. That’s no surprise, considering Subaru and Toyota’s ongoing collaboration on electric platforms.
But Subaru adds its own twist.
Unlike the Highlander EV, the Getaway will be offered exclusively with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system producing 420 horsepower. That’s significantly more than the Highlander’s dual-motor setup, which delivers 338 horsepower. Subaru is also skipping the single-motor variant entirely, reinforcing its performance-focused and adventure-ready positioning.
Both models share the same 95.8-kWh battery pack, but Subaru plans to introduce a smaller 77-kWh version in 2027, likely aimed at reducing entry pricing.
Subaru confirmed that the Getaway will feature a NACS charging port as standard. That means direct access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, a growing priority among EV buyers.
The automaker estimates a 10 to 80 percent charge time of roughly 30 minutes using DC fast charging, putting it in line with competitors in the three-row electric SUV segment.
Subaru is leaning heavily into its adventure-ready reputation. The Getaway will include Subaru’s X-Mode drive system, designed for snow, mud, and dirt conditions.
With 8.3 inches of ground clearance, Subaru says the Getaway is engineered for drivers who plan to leave pavement behind. This differentiates it from rivals that lean more toward urban family transport than outdoor exploration.
That focus on capability has long been central to Subaru’s identity, and the Getaway continues that tradition in electric form.
Inside, the Getaway shares much of its layout with the Highlander EV. Buyers can choose between six- or seven-seat configurations, making it suitable for families and road trips.
The cabin features a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital driver display. Subaru’s EyeSight safety suite comes standard, including adaptive cruise control, lane-change assistance, and blind-spot monitoring.
However, the system stops short of hands-free driving features offered by some competitors.
The Getaway enters a rapidly expanding three-row EV segment. Key rivals include the Kia EV9, Hyundai Ioniq 9, and Toyota Highlander EV. Subaru also claims the Getaway offers more cargo space behind the second row than the EV9, a key selling point for families.
Luxury alternatives from Cadillac, Rivian, and Lucid exist, but Subaru is expected to compete in the more accessible $60,000 to $70,000 range.
Subaru says the 2027 Getaway will go on sale toward the end of this year. It will join the Solterra, Uncharted, and Trailseeker EVs, further strengthening Subaru’s shift toward electrification.
Subaru may not have electric performance cars yet, but with the Getaway, it’s clear the brand is serious about bringing its adventure-focused DNA into the electric era.
