Subaru wants to stop selling internal combustion engine vehicles in Europe

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Subaru will cease selling its internal combustion engine models in Europe by the end of 2027, according to Auto Motor und Sport. The automotive magazine reports that this decision was officially confirmed by Subaru Germany’s management team.

The reasons for this move include the strict regulations set by the European Union regarding CO2 emission limits, as well as requirements for advanced driver assistance and safety systems. According to the Japanese manufacturer, these regulatory conditions are increasingly making it difficult for smaller automotive brands in Europe to obtain homologation and sell their vehicles.

According to the report, the phase-out process will begin this year with the Outback, which is equipped with a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated boxer engine. By 2027, the e-Boxer models Impreza, Crosstrek, and Forester are also set to be removed from the European lineup. These models each use a mild-hybridized 2-liter boxer engine.

In the U.S., full hybrid versions of the Crosstrek and Forester are available, featuring a 2.5-liter boxer engine. As of now, there are no specific plans or announcements for such powertrains in the European market.

Starting in 2028, Subaru’s European lineup is set to consist solely of three all-electric models, according to current plans. These include the crossover Solterra, the E-Outback, and the SUV coupe Uncharted. These electric vehicles are based on platforms from Toyota’s technically related models bZ4X, bZ4X Touring, and C-HR+.

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