For P 3.480M, is the 2021 Subaru Evoltis Worth Its Price?

The official launch of Subaru’s large 7-seater SUV, the 2021 Evoltis is still a month away, but that’s not stopping Motor Image’s own sales department from leaking out the complete specs and pricing.

Before we get to that, it’s worth remembering that all Subaru dealerships across the Philippines are accepting reservations, and the first 50 buyers will actually drive it home with a limited-edition Evoltis watch (check out this link).

As for the price, well, Motor Image will be offering the Evoltis in a single variant—the top-spec Touring EyeSight model. It’s so top-spec that the price is, drum roll, please—P 3.480 million. That makes the Evoltis even more expensive that two of its chief rivals—the Ford Explorer 3.5 AWD Sport (P 3.178 million) and the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD (P 2.950 million). Heck, it’s even more expensive than the Hyundai Palisade (P 3.240 million) and the Honda Pilot (P 3.380 million)—and those were discontinued due to poor sales.

Anyhow, I’m no product planner—I’m just a motoring journalist so I’m pretty sure there’s some logic to the Evoltis’s pricing. Take a look at the full spec sheet below if you think it justifies the price tag.

2021 Subaru Evoltis Touring EyeSight

• Overall Length: 4,998 mm
• Overall Width: 1,930 mm
• Overall Height: 1,819 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,890 mm
• Tire Size: 245/50R20
• Curb Weight: 2,081 kilograms
• Ground Clearance: 220 mm
• Engine: Direct Fuel Injection, Horizontally-Opposed, 4-Cylinder, Turbocharged
• Displacement: 2,387 cc
• Maximum Power: 260 horsepower @ 5,600 rpm
• Maximum Torque: 375 Nm @ 2,000 to 4,800 rpm
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 73 liters
• Transmission: Lineartronic CVT, Paddle Shifters, Cruise Control
• Front Brakes: Vented Disc
• Rear Brakes: Vented Disc
• Front Suspension: Independent, MacPherson Strut
• Rear Suspension: Independent, Double Wishbone

2021 Subaru Evoltis Exterior Features

• Front LED Fog Lamps
• LED Daytime Running Lights
• LED Headlamps with Auto Leveler
• Power Folding Door Mirror with LED Turn Signal
• Power-Sliding Large Glass Sunroof
• Roof Spoiler
• Roof Rails
• Shark Fin Antenna

2021 Subaru Evoltis Safety Features

• 4-Sensor, 4-Channel ABS with EBD
• Active Torque Vectoring
• Brake Assist
• Brake Override
• Engine Immobilizer
• Vehicle Dynamics Control System (VDC)
• Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
• ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors
• Safety Pedal System
• Side Door Reinforcement Beams
• SRS Front, Side, and Curtain Airbags
• SRS Knee Airbag
• EyeSight Driver Assist Technology
• Lane Change Assist
• Blind-spot Detection
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Reverse Automatic Braking

2021 Subaru Evoltis Functionality and Convenience Features

• Multi-function Steering Wheel
• 2nd Row Captain’s Seats
• Auto Headlamps w/ Highbeam Assist
• Bluetooth-compatible Hands-free System
• Front View Monitor
• Rear View Camera
• High Grade Multifunction Display
• One-touch Lane Changer
• 10-Way Power-adjustable Driver’s Seat
• 4-Way Power-adjustable Passenger Seat
• Automatic Rain-sensing Wipers
• Electronic Parking Brake w/ Auto Hold
• Harman/Kardon Audio System with 8-inch Display
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Infotainment System
• Keyless Access and Push-button Start System
• Heated Seats
• PIN Code Access
• Retractable Cargo Cover
• Power Tailgate w/ Memory Function