For those who mourn the loss of the wagon proportions of the Outback in its most recent redesign, Subaru has quickly offered a replacement. Sure, the new Trailseeker has all the off-road capability of today’s crossovers, and probably more, but its long, low proportions clearly recall the station-wagon charm the Outback had for its first 30 years, amplified by the fact…
The 2026 Subaru Uncharted is more than just a battery-electric crossover. It is a whole new way to seek adventure without using one drop of fuel. There has been plenty of press coverage given to our new electric crossover. The Motor1.com website was among the reviews published on the 2026 Uncharted. Their headline compared it to our popular Crosstrek. Before we get into Motor1’s evaluation of…
Trying to figure out which crossover is the best fit for your needs can get confusing and frustrating. That’s why Subaru works so hard to make the Crosstrek the adventurous SUV with the best safety, features, and standard all-wheel drive at a reasonable price that customers crave. And now, with the introduction of the Crosstrek Hybrid, it’s the best blend of…
There was always a bit of overt honesty in the fact that the Outback was clearly a raised Legacy station wagon. It was as off-road capable as competing crossovers, if not more so, and it laid bare the fact that all crossovers were basically station wagons in off-road drag. It also led to a bit of a…
Subaru has been selling cars in America since 1968, and in that time, the company has been known for three things: one of the best all-wheel drive systems, reliability, and safety. The Forester Is a Safety Legacy The Subaru Forester was first introduced in America for the 1998 model year, and the Insurance Institute for…
It was the imagery of a rugged outdoor lifestyle that sparked the SUV trend in the 1980s. The SUVs of the time rode rough on truck chassis, had few interior amenities, but offered true off-road ability with 4-wheel drive (4WD), two-speed transfer cases, and lofty ride heights. The addition of four doors to models in…
Buyers deserve good options when it comes to non-crossovers. While sport utilities are all the rage, Subaru still believes small cars hold a great purpose for some buyers. That is evident with the 2026 Impreza RS. In a recent review by Byron Hurd for The Drive, the hatchback was lauded as an “honest” car with Byron saying, “… the Impreza does enough things right that…
The most daunting factor in determining your cost of automobile ownership is insurance. It is a necessity that makes a huge difference in keeping you and your vehicle protected from harm. Nevada and California are typically ranked among the highest in insurance rates nationwide. However, some vehicles yield lower insurance rates than the average, which can be affordable for your budget. The MarketWatch Guides website listed the vehicle brands that yield the highest…
Subaru is no stranger to offering a more off-road version of its vehicles, and the all-new 2026 Forester Wilderness is no different. However, Subaru has brought even more prowess and ability to the Wilderness name. What Powers the Forester Wilderness and What Makes It Unique Powering the Forester Wilderness is a 2.5-liter flat 4-cylinder that produces 180 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, which works perfectly with…
Subaru is well-known for being one of the most loved, recognized, safest, and reliable brands on the market, with one of the highest retention rates. Buyers flock to the Subaru brand because they trust that the vehicle they’re buying, new or used, is one that they can rely on. In 2025’s American Customer Satisfaction Index, Subaru ranked number one in multiple categories, even…
