The 2026 Subaru Trailseeker Premium is not a stripped entry model. It is a fully capable Trailseeker with 375 HP, Symmetrical AWD, X-MODE with Grip Control, EyeSight, NACS charging, a 14-inch multimedia system, dual wireless smartphone charging pads, power driver seat with lumbar, tonneau cover, and heated front seats as standard equipment. For South Shore Long Island buyers who want the complete Trailseeker performance and safety foundation at the most accessible price point, the Premium delivers exactly that.
Bottom Line: The Trailseeker Premium includes the full performance and safety suite — 375 HP, AWD, EyeSight, X-MODE, NACS, 14-inch display — plus comfort features like power driver seat, heated front seats and wipers, roof rails, and tonneau cover. What it omits are the luxury comfort upgrades that arrive with Limited: Harman Kardon audio, heated rear seats, 20-inch wheels, digital key, and the Panoramic View Monitor.
- 375 HP and Symmetrical AWD: standard
- Full EyeSight driver assist suite: standard
- NACS charging port: standard
- 14-inch multimedia with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto: standard
- Wheels: 18-inch alloy with wheel covers
Complete Standard Equipment List
Powertrain and Capability
- 375 HP powertrain with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- Single Speed Transmission (SST)
- X-MODE with Grip Control
- North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging port
Safety and Driver Assist
- EyeSight Driver Assist Technology (Pre-Collision Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, Emergency Steering)
- Blind Spot Monitor with Lane Change Assist
- Front Cross Traffic Assist
- Driver Monitoring: Distraction Mitigation System
- Traffic Jam Assist
Technology and Connectivity
- Subaru 14-inch multimedia system
- Cloud navigation and intelligent assistant (1-year trial)
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- SiriusXM satellite radio
- Dual wireless smartphone charging pads
Exterior
- 18-inch alloy wheels with wheel covers
- LED Headlights
- Headlight washers
- Auto-folding and heated side mirrors
- Roof rails
- Power rear gate
- Rear window wiper
- Automatic windshield wipers
- Tonneau cover
Interior and Comfort
- Power driver seat with lumbar adjustment
- Heated front seats and wipers
- Interior ambient lighting (color adjustable)
- StarTex trimmed upholstery
- Available in Black StarTex and Gray StarTex
The Standard Equipment That Matters Most
NACS Charging Port: The North American Charging Standard port is standard on every Trailseeker Premium. This is a forward-looking specification — having NACS access means the vehicle is ready for the expanding NACS charging infrastructure across Long Island and the broader Northeast without requiring an adapter.
14-Inch Multimedia System: The Premium’s 14-inch display with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto is a complete, capable infotainment system. Buyers who rely on Waze or Google Maps via CarPlay get the full routing experience on a large screen without a cable. The cloud navigation trial provides a built-in navigation option that doesn’t require a phone connection.
Dual Wireless Smartphone Charging Pads: Two simultaneous wireless charging positions are standard — eliminating the cable management that most vehicles in this price range still require.
Tonneau Cover: The tonneau cover — which covers and secures the cargo area — is included on the Premium, not just the higher trims. For South Shore Long Island buyers who use the cargo area for beach gear, sports equipment, or tools, this is a practical standard feature.
Power Driver Seat with Lumbar: The Premium’s driver seat is power-adjustable with lumbar support. Not every entry-level SUV trim includes powered driver seats; the Trailseeker Premium does.
EyeSight and X-MODE: Both EyeSight and X-MODE with Grip Control are standard on the Premium, confirming that Subaru’s core safety and capability systems are not reserved for upper trims.
What Premium Omits Compared to Limited
The step from Premium to Limited adds:
- Harman Kardon premium audio system — the biggest functional difference for buyers who care about cabin audio
- 20-inch alloy wheels — replacing the 18-inch alloy with wheel covers
- Panoramic View Monitor — 360-degree camera system
- Power passenger seat — the Limited adds a power front passenger seat
- Power driver seat with memory — upgrades the Premium’s lumbar-only power seat to include position memory
- Heated rear seats — practical for family use in winter
- Heated leather steering wheel — the Premium has a heated steering wheel but not leather-wrapped; Limited is leather
- Digital key — phone-based access and start
- Parking assist — automated steering assist for parallel and perpendicular parking
- Automatic tilt and position memory mirrors
- 120V 1500W AC outlet in cargo area
Who the Premium Is Right For
Budget-conscious buyers who want full capability: The Premium delivers the Trailseeker’s full performance and safety package. If 375 HP, AWD, EyeSight, NACS, and the 14-inch display are the primary reasons to choose this vehicle, the Premium delivers all of them.
Buyers who don’t prioritize audio upgrades: Harman Kardon is the most compelling Limited-only feature. Buyers who listen primarily through Bluetooth headphones, don’t use the vehicle audio system frequently, or are satisfied with a standard automotive speaker setup will not notice the absence.
Buyers who will add rear seat covers or child seats: Buyers with young children who will add cargo liners, seat protectors, or prefer easy-clean interiors may find the Premium’s StarTex upholstery more practical than the heated rear seat feature they’d pay for in the Limited but not use in the same way.
"The Premium gets overlooked because buyers assume the base trim means a step down from the full vehicle. That's not what we're seeing with the Trailseeker. The Premium has 375 horsepower, AWD, EyeSight, the NACS port, and the 14-inch screen — that's a complete vehicle. The difference from Limited is audio, rear seat heat, digital key, and wheels. If those features are priorities, step up. If the capability set is what matters, the Premium delivers."
General Manager, South Shore Subaru
Safety data sourced from NHTSA vehicle ratings and IIHS crash test results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Premium have EyeSight? Yes. EyeSight Driver Assist Technology — including Pre-Collision Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, and Emergency Steering — is standard on the Premium.
Does the Premium have NACS? Yes. The NACS charging port is standard on every Trailseeker, including the Premium.
What wheels does the Premium come with? The Premium comes with 18-inch alloy wheels with wheel covers. The Limited and Touring upgrade to 20-inch alloy wheels.
Does the Premium have a heated steering wheel? Confirm current heated steering wheel configuration for the Trailseeker Premium with South Shore Subaru. The Limited is confirmed with a heated leather steering wheel.
Can I get Gray StarTex interior on the Premium? Yes. Gray StarTex (W70) is available on the Premium in combination with compatible exterior colors.
Configure a Trailseeker Premium at South Shore Subaru
Browse current Trailseeker inventory at South Shore Subaru or contact the team to schedule a Premium test drive at 305 Sunrise Hwy in Lindenhurst.