Consumer Reports 5d ago

Is the all-new Subaru Uncharted a rugged Subaru, a rebadged Toyota, or something in between? We share our first impressions of the compact EV's strong performance, comfortable ride, confusing ergonomics, and missing EV features. Plus, we answer a viewer's question about the best fun-to-drive car for a college student with a $35,000 budget. Join CR at https://CR.org/joinviaYT to access our comprehensive ratings for items you use every day. CR is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit organization. SHOW NOTES ----------------------------------- 00:00 Introduction 00:23 2026 Subaru Uncharted Overview 01:36 Subaru-Toyota Relationship Explained 03:25 What We Like: Performance & Driving Experience 05:23 What We Like: Ride Comfort, Space & Seats 08:59 What We Like: Infotainment & Interior Features 11:42 Handling Impressions 13:39 What We Don't Like: Driver Display & Ergonomics 18:04 What We Don't Like: Center Console & Shifter 23:45 Is the Uncharted Behind the Competition? 27:37 Final Thoughts: Who Should Buy the Uncharted? 39:19 Audience Question: Best Fun Car Under $35K ----------------------------------  2026 Subaru Uncharted https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/subaru/uncharted/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Model History Toyota C-HR: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/c-hr/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Test Results: Subaru Solterra https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/subaru/solterra/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Test Results: 2026 Nissan Leaf https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/nissan/leaf/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Test Results: Hyundai Ioniq5 https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/hyundai/ioniq-5/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Test Results: 2026 Kia K4 https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/k4/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Test Results: 2026 Acura Integra https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/acura/integra/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT 2026 Toyota GR Corolla: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/gr-corolla/2026/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Best Cars Under $30K: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/best-new-cars-under-30000-dollars-a6574737993/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT Model History: Kia Stinger: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/stinger/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT