It's no secret that the Toyota and Subaru electric vehicle (EV) lineups share the same structural DNA. In 2024, both manufacturers announced that their collaboration would go beyond the BRZ/86 sports car with a series of three EV SUV models. At the time, the Solterra was a fresh arrival; since then, Subaru has revealed the Trailseeker and the Uncharted, rounding out the series.

But those who are looking for a Subaru EV SUV to explore the gorgeous New Hampshire terrain don't need to look any further than your trusted Toyota dealer near Keene. After all, Toyota has its own spin on the collaboration. The Toyota bZ, bZ Woodland, and C-HR are all inspired by the same platform and body as the Solterra, Trailseeker, and Uncharted.

Take a closer look at how this collaboration has resulted in some very cool Toyotas.

What Do the Toyota and Subaru EV SUVs Share?

In 2024, many automotive manufacturers were perched on the edge of EV greatness from a developmental standpoint, but were unsure of the risk involved with sinking money and resources into an EV SUV project.

Toyota, which owns a not-insignificant portion of Subaru, has an extensive background in EV manufacturing. In fact, most of the Toyota lineup is available with a hybrid or battery-electric powertrain. And with prior success on sports cars and GR projects, it seemed a fair fit.

Both manufacturers' EVs share the same e-TNGA platform architecture, so their overall size is approximately the same. They share the same 74.7-kWh high-voltage battery, and they're produced more or less side-by-side in the same factories.

While Massachusetts and New Hampshire may argue about boundaries, Toyota and Subaru have theirs set in stone. The Toyota bZ and the Subaru Solterra are pretty much identical vehicles, as are the Toyota bZ Woodland and the Subaru Trailseeker. The compact Toyota C-HR and the Subaru Uncharted also share the same blueprints.

At the same time, the Toyota offerings are unmistakably Toyota in attitude and design.

The 2026 Toyota bZ and the 2026 Subaru Solterra

The 2026 Toyota bZ and the 2026 Subaru Solterra share the same configurations, but their life philosophies are quite different.

The Toyota bZ EV is an all-electric compact SUV, meaning its dimensions are more like a generous sedan, accompanied by a spacious hatchback cargo area. Offered in both front- and all-wheel drive, the bZ is an outstanding daily driver and a zippy road-trip companion.

That zestiness is provided by one of three potential electric motor systems. The XLE trim features the Front-Wheel Drive Plus system, which has the longest range of 314 miles, or approximately the distance from Keene to near the tip of Maine. The bZ XLE is also offered with all-wheel drive and a range of 288 miles, which will get you most of the way to Acadia National Park. The Limited model is offered as a front-wheel drive with a range of 299 miles or an all-wheel drive model with 278 miles of total range. 

Front-wheel drive models of the 2026 Toyota bZ enjoy up to 221 horsepower, while all-wheel drive models get extra inspiration from dual motors for up to 338 total combined system horsepower.

The Solterra, on the other hand, is an all-wheel drive only model, as is much of the Subaru SUV lineup.

The Solterra Premium and Limited trims cruise nicely on 233 horsepower, while the Limited XT, Touring XT, and Touring XT Leather trims get the 338 horsepower configuration.

The overall range per full charge for the Solterra is lower, too, thanks to the standard all-wheel drive configuration. The Premium can merrily drive along for 288 miles, but the majority of the lineup needs to pause and recharge after 278 miles, just like the bZ Limited all-wheel drive.

If you're looking for the longest possible range, the front-wheel drive models of the Toyota bZ easily dominate over the all-wheel drive-only Soterra.

The 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland and the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker

Both the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland and the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker are designed with adventure in mind.

Both include standard all-wheel drive, and Toyota borrows Grip Control and the X-Mode off-road driving modes from Subaru to give the bZ Woodland traction during your next exploration off paved roads.

Range and horsepower are similar between the bZ Woodland and Subaru Trailseeker lineup, with a maximum range of 281 miles and horsepower topping out at an impressive 375.

The biggest differences are in the cabin.

Offered in bZ Woodland and bZ Woodland Premium trims, the all-electric Toyota SUV is focused on style and sophistication. The seating is upholstered in SofTex with standard power-adjustable heated front seats and a heated SofTex-lined steering wheel. The rear seats are also heated, which bodes well for those New Hampshire Winters.

The Subaru Trailseeker is offered in Premium, Limited, Limited XT, Touring XT, and Touring XT Leather trims. With the exception of the aptly-named Touring XT Leather trim, upholstery in the Subaru is StarTex, a durable water-resistant material popular among outdoor enthusiasts.

You will get heated front seats in all Trailseeker models, but you'll need to upgrade to the Limited trim in order to access heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel.

With a 3,500-pound towing maximum, the bZ Woodland and the Trailseeker are equally matched in strength and versatility. However, only one of them has been tuned to the needs of a New England winter with standard comfort equipment.

The 2026 Toyota C-HR and the 2026 Subaru Uncharted

The script flips with the latest additions to both Toyota and Subaru's EV SUV lineup. While the 2026 Toyota C-HR employs standard all-wheel drive, the Subaru Uncharted is offered in a front-wheel drive model.

The Subaru Uncharted Premium is a single-motor electric compact SUV that deftly navigates roadways with 221 horsepower and a range of 308 miles. The C-HR SE and XSE models, however, are offered exclusively with the full dual-motor, 338-horsepower setup, as are the Uncharted Sport and GT models.

The C-HR SE's cabin is clad in a blend of gentle fabric and SofTex surfaces, while the C-HR XSE is dressed in synthetic suede and SofTex. The Subaru lineup includes cloth in the Premium model and StarTex in the Sport and GT trims.

Both electric compact SUVs feature 14-inch touchscreens to operate the infotainment system, and a six-speaker audio system is standard. Toyota offers its premium JBL audio system on the XSE trim, while drivers of the Uncharted have to select the GT trim in order to upgrade to a more powerful audio system.

Their exterior appearances are also strikingly different. While the Uncharted maintains an easy-going, fun persona, the sleek headlights and angular grille on the C-HR give it a lean, striking appearance when cruising through Main Street in downtown Keene.

The Toyota or the Subaru?

While the 2026 Toyota and 2026 Subaru all-electric SUV lineups share the same platform, battery, and dimensions, it's easy to tell which is the Toyota and which is the Subaru in person.

Toyota's electric SUVs are designed for drivers, with optional all-wheel drive in many cases, and soft-touch interiors that are conducive to a relaxing driving experience during rush hour traffic.

The Subaru Solterra, Trailseeker, and Uncharted, on the other hand, are overwhelmingly all-wheel drive and true to their brand, designed for more rugged, off-road adventures.

While both are magnificent vehicles, the Toyota is the one that will best serve your travels around Keene and beyond.