- Newest year: 2027
- Electric
- Small SUVs
- Partial model year
- Same as 2026
2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker MPGe & Charging Cost
2 model years · 114–117 MPGe combined
15,000 mi/yr · residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2027. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker at a glance
The 2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker covers 2 model years in the EPA database (4 configurations in all), rated 114–117 MPGe combined. The newest model year, 2027, costs about $800 a year to charge for its most efficient version, the Trailseeker AWD (117 MPGe), at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026). EPA lists identical ratings for every model year of this generation.
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (2 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (partial) | Electric | 114–117 MPGe | $800–$820 | Same EPA ratings as 2026 |
| 2026 | Electric | 114–117 MPGe | $800–$820 | First year |
What the 2027 Trailseeker AWD costs to drive
Per month
$67
$800 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$1.33
Per 100 miles
$5.33
Five years
$4,000
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$1,370less a year
Class median $2,170 a year, MY2027
Based on 15,000 miles a year and residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).
2027 Subaru Trailseeker MPGe
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (2 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2027 Subaru Trailseeker as for the 2026 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2026 section above.See 2026
EPA range 274–281 miles.
Electric configurations (2)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trailseeker (Most efficient) | AWD | 29 | 117 | 281 mi | $800 |
| 20 inch | AWD | 30 | 114 | 274 mi | $820 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
2026 Subaru Trailseeker MPGe
114–117 MPGe · $800–$820/yr
EPA range 274–281 miles.
Electric configurations (2)
| Trim | Drive | kWh/100 mi | MPGe | Range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trailseeker (Most efficient) | AWD | 29 | 117 | 281 mi | $800 |
| 20 inch | AWD | 30 | 114 | 274 mi | $820 |
MPGe is the distance an electric car travels on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. Fewer kWh per 100 miles means a lower running cost.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Trailseeker AWD: $2,090 in Hawaii and $550 in Louisiana, a $1,540 difference.
Similar cars
Closest combined MPGe among MY2027 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2026-2027*
Frequently asked questions
How efficient is the 2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
EPA rates the 2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker at 114–117 MPGe combined across 4 configurations and 2 model years. The most efficient version, the 2027 Trailseeker AWD, is rated 117 MPGe (126 city, 107 highway).
Which years were the most efficient in the 2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
Every model year of the 2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker tops out at 117 MPGe combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2026-2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for every model year from 2026 to 2027.
How much does it cost to charge a 2027 Subaru Trailseeker per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), the Trailseeker AWD costs about $800 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $800–$820 a year. That is a $20 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2027 Subaru Trailseeker 100 miles?
About $5.33 per 100 miles for the Trailseeker AWD at residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), and between $5.33 and $5.47 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2027 Subaru Trailseeker more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Trailseeker AWD is rated 126 city and 107 highway MPGe, so it is more efficient in city driving, by 19 MPGe.
How does the 2027 Subaru Trailseeker compare with other small SUV configurations?
The Trailseeker AWD costs about $800 a year to fuel, $1,370 less than the class median of $2,170, and less than 9 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 122 rated small SUV configurations for MY2027, not weighted by sales.
What is the range and charging cost of the 2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
EPA rates the range at 274–281 miles depending on configuration, and the Trailseeker AWD goes 281 mi. Efficiency is 29–30 kWh per 100 miles (114–117 MPGe). At residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026), charging costs $800–$820 a year, or $5.33 per 100 miles for the Trailseeker AWD.
Is the 2027 Subaru Trailseeker different from the 2026 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2026 and 2027: 2 configurations rated 114–117 MPGe combined. See the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker for that year.