Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.Then, There Were ThreeThe EV world keeps growing, and Subaru now has three EVs in its stable with the arrival of its latest and smallest, the Uncharted. Slotting beneath the compact Solterra and the midsize Trailseeker, the subcompact Uncharted delivers a new, more affordable all-electric model. Going from a single EV model to three rather compelling ones in a few years is impressive, but it's largely made possible by a collaboration with Toyota.The Subaru Uncharted was developed through Subaru's ongoing EV partnership with Toyota. The Solterra/bZ and Trailseeker/bZ Woodland were co-developed with that same partnership. The Uncharted is virtually identical to the electric Toyota C-HR, sharing Toyota's e-TNGA EV architecture, battery packs, electric motors, and core manufacturing structure. The two models also share comparable suspension fundamentals and high-capacity battery options, allowing the Uncharted to deliver strong performance and a solid driving range.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe Sport steps above the front-drive Premium and below the top trim GT. The Sport gains the dual-motor AWD system, a potent 338-hp output, and Subaru's Dual-Function X-MODE. Estimated driving range is more than 285 miles, a worthwhile trade-off versus the longer-range front-drive model for buyers in wet/snowy climes or those who like to hit modest trails on a regular basis. My tester was the 2026 Uncharted Sport with a base price of $39,795. With the $1,450 destination charge and premium paint, the total price came to $41,720.Exterior Styling – 8/10The looks of the Uncharted mimic the front fascias of its larger stablemates, and it diverges from Toyota's hammerhead-style front end. The DRL clusters are complex six-element units that represent the Pleiades constellation found in Subaru's famous emblem. The headlights are parked right underneath in the lower fascia's opening. It's enough to set the Uncharted apart from the C-HR, although the body is nearly identical. Front and rear overhangs are short and tidy, and the body contours and creases give the Uncharted muscularity and ruggedness that befit the name. The aero wheels are a little dumpy looking. I much prefer the versions on the top trim GT.View the 4 images of this gallery on the original articleThere are contours aplenty, and the high shoulders above the rear haunches lead into the wraparound taillights that match the DRLs. The slab rear liftgate is a little thicker than the C-HR's, largely due to the absence of a full-width taillight. The Uncharted looks especially thick from the rear three-quarter view, but the overall look is rugged and modern. It fits in nicely at the bottom of Subaru's EV heap without looking cheap.Comfort, Space, and Usability – 8.5/10The interior is clean, contemporary, and technology-forward, and the Sport adds the equipment that makes the Uncharted feel less entry-level. There's a lot of plastic in here, but its all remarkably high quality. Greys and blacks are used in combination, and the copper accents on the dash are a nice touch that doesn't cost the brand much at all. Buttons, stalks, and knobs are all well-made and feel substantial. The rotary shift knob is one of the better ones I've used.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe front seats have good cushioning and bolstering. The driving position is very good, and you can easily see over the top of the hood for ideal maneuvering in tight spots. Even the rear seats are quite comfortable, even legroom is just 32.2 inches, not nearly as big as the Solterra and Trailseeker, both at 35.3 inches. It helps that seat bulge in the middle position is next to nothing, combined with a nearly flat floor.View the 4 images of this gallery on the original articleThe Uncharted's fastback silhouette imposes compromises when it comes to rearward visibility. The roofline and rear styling are more expressive than a conventional boxy Subaru, and the D-pillar is substantial. For a buyer coming from a Forester or Outback, that may be the biggest adjustment: the Uncharted is more stylish and substantially quicker, but it is less naturally suited to bulky cargo, tall rear passengers, and unglamorous daily hauling.The Uncharted's capactiy is 25.4 cubic feet behind row two and 59 cubes with the seats folded. That's better than the gas-powered Crosstrek's 19.9 cubic feet of cargo room behind the rear seats, which expands to a maximum of 54.9 cubes.Technology and Infotainment – 8.5/10You can't have a modern EV without a modern tech setup, and the Uncharted Sport benefits from Toyota's 14″ Multimedia system. I've been in so many Toyotas and Lexuses that seeing it in a Subie is a little weird but still welcomed. The screen is crisp and clear, and that vertical menu on the left side makes accessing functions quickly, including wireless Apple CarPlay. The physical climate control knobs and the center audio knob make quick work of adjustments. Even the on-screen climate controls are quite good to use.The 7″ LCD digital gauge cluster should also look familiar because it's found in the Subaru Solterra and Trailseeker, as well as the Toyota Prius, C-HR, bZ, and bZ Woodland. Meant to do double duty as a head-up display and instrument cluster, it provides clear driver data and can be viewed over the top of the squircle steering wheel or through it, depending on your height and preference.AdvertisementAdvertisementView the 4 images of this gallery on the original articleSpeaking of the steering wheel, it's a weird one but surprisingly good to use. While it has the same hub and buttons as the version found in the Toyota Prius, its shape is comfortable and easy to turn. Your hands also rest comfortably wherever you choose to place them. Other important tech details are the dual smartphone charging decks. They seem to manage heat well and the rubber surface does a pretty good job of keeping your phone in place.The Driving ExperiencePerformance is the Uncharted Sport's strongest card. With 338 hp from its front and rear motors, it has the goods to move the car with surprising immediacy. Even when it's not in Power drive mode, the Uncharted Sport can chirp the tires. It's downright quick, if not engaging. It'll do a 0–60 mph sprint in about 4.3 seconds—quick enough to embarrass plenty of traditional sport compacts, let alone compact crossovers. I dusted more than my share of Bimmer SUVs and unsuspecting WRX drivers, who probably had no idea a fellow Subie just blew past them.More important, it is not merely quick in a straight line. Handling is balanced and predictable, although the Uncharted Sport doesn't provide much feedback as to what's going on. Its punchy response, low center of gravity, and good body control make it engaging enough to feel properly sporty. That said, it's still heavy at 4,430 pounds.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe Sport uses a 74.7-kWh battery and offers an estimated range of 287 miles. That is competitive rather than class-leading, and it is sufficient for most owners' weekly driving without constant charging anxiety. I drove it no so conservatively for a full week (after a full charge) and still had 155 miles left. It gets a NACS port as standard, and DC fast charging is rated up to 150 kW. Subaru says a 10–80 percent charge can take approximately 28 minutes under ideal conditions.Calling it an electric Crosstrek isn't far of the mark. The Uncharted Sports standard AWD, 8.2 inches of ground clearance, and X-MODE and Grip Control should make it more than capable on snowy roads and gravel trails. It's an EV you won't be afraid to take to the hills on the weekend.Final Verdict – 8.5/10I didn't know what to expect from the Uncharted Sport since I have yet to drive the Toyota C-HR. I came away pleasantly surprised, not by its styling, but by its utility and road manners. It delivers meaningful AWD capability, serious acceleration, respectable range, a standard NACS port, and a price that undercuts many similarly quick electric crossovers. It's a no-nonsense EV that travels under the radar but delivers more than it appears capble of.Its shortcomings are mostly practical rather than mechanical: the cabin and software do not feel uniquely Subaru, styling is a little odd, and the fastback form trims some of the utility Subaru loyalists may expect. But viewed as an electric daily driver with an all-weather and soft-road repertoire, the Uncharted Sport is solid. It is the trim to buy—provided you value speed and AWD capability more than the base model's extra range.AdvertisementAdvertisementThis story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 19, 2026, where it first appeared in the Reviews section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.