The legendary Subaru Justy will soon be as Electric car reborn? Much points to this: in view of the Success of the new Renault 5 Subaru thinks according to a report by the British Autocar Via a compact, fully electric model below the upcoming E-SUV Uncharted after. Particularly Europe With his strong demand for affordable electric small cars The focus is on.
Revival of an icon?
Between 1984 and 2011 the Justy was an integral part of the Subaru portfolio-now a modern one could Elektro-Justy hit the nerve of the time. Inoue Masahiko, Global E-Auto product chief of Subaru, said in the interview:
"We are thinking about it because we need a broader range of battery -electric vehicles to meet the expectations of all customers."
Inspiration comes from France: Almost 35,000 approvals for the Renault 5 In the first half of 2025 showed that Electrical compact models are in high demand in Europe. Subaru now checks how such a vehicle Technically and economically realize lets.
Cooperation with Toyota as a key?
Subaru traditionally works closely with Toyota Together - the Solterra is based on Toyotas BZ4X, the new Uncharted on the C-HR+. A possible Electric Justy could therefore be on a future Toyota e-yaris build up that is already being discussed internally. However, a market maturity is there At the earliest towards the end of the decade to be expected.
Europe in view, but no quick shot
Also Subaru European boss David Dello Stritto sees potential:
"In view of models such as Renault 5, the Volkswagen ID.2, the Cupra Raval or a possible MG 2 to 2028, it is worth checking the category seriously."
But first the Success of the Uncharted be waited for. At the earliest in two years can be expected with more specific decisions. Nevertheless: the market moves, and Subaru observes exactly how that E-small car segment developed.
Conclusion:
Nothing has been decided yet - but Subaru thinks loudly about a electrical comeback of the Justy after. The chances are good: Technical partnerships, a booming market for small e-cars and the Own model history deliver ideal conditions. It remains exciting whether Subaru rolls back into the city with a small Stromer.
