Subaru is killing off gas cars and will only sell EVs in Europe — SkimNews
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- Subaru is phasing out internal combustion engine vehicles in Europe by the end of 2027, selling only EVs in the region from 2028 onward.
- Subaru Germany confirmed the phaseout is driven by European Union emissions and driver-assistance regulations, not a voluntary strategic shift.
- Outback, Subaru’s iconic wagon, will be discontinued in Europe at the end of 2024, followed by the Impreza, Crosstrek, and Forester by 2027.
- Solterra, E-Outback, and Uncharted will form Subaru’s European EV lineup from 2028, all co-developed with Toyota and based on shared platforms.
- Subaru showcased its first in-house EV platform, batteries, motors, and control unit, with new technology expected to roll out around 2029.
- Test vehicle with Subaru’s all-wheel-drive EV powertrain delivers 509 horsepower and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in under 4 seconds, per company claims.
Why it matters: Subaru’s European lineup will shrink to just three EVs by 2028, limiting consumer choice and dealer appeal in a competitive market where its 2024 Solterra sales ranked below 140th in Denmark. The 2029 in-house tech rollout delays its independence from Toyota at a time when differentiation is critical.
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