Science & Tech · Gadgets & EVs · 2 hrs ago

Subaru Trailseeker handles rough terrain but has limited ground clearance

Driving Sports TV tested Subaru’s electric Trailseeker on an off-road course to see how it handled rough terrain.

The mid-size crossover is about the same size as the Outback and has dual-motor all-wheel drive and Subaru’s X-Mode traction system.

For the test, its standard 20-inch wheels and all-season tires were replaced with 18-inch wheels and all-terrain tires.

The Trailseeker maintained traction on slippery sections, and X-Mode helped it climb when one wheel was off the ground.

Its 8.5 inches of ground clearance is the main limitation, especially on rutted roads, and its wheelbase is longer than the Outback Wilderness’s.

A metal plate protects the battery, but the vehicle has no spare tire, only a repair kit.

The test suggested a small suspension lift could improve its off-road ability, while Subaru has not yet offered a Wilderness version.

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InsideEVs · 2 hrs ago