The 2026 Subaru Uncharted Sport is the first trim in the lineup to offer Subaru Symmetrical AWD — and for most South Shore Long Island buyers, that makes it the starting point rather than the Premium FWD. The Sport builds on the Premium FWD’s complete technology foundation and adds AWD, X-MODE Dual Mode with Hill Descent Control, StarTex upholstery, heated steering wheel, driver seat memory, 8-way power passenger seat, 360-Degree Surround View Monitor, Traffic Jam Assist, the Driver Monitor, and low-profile roof rails. It delivers the full Subaru all-weather identity on the all-electric platform.
Bottom Line: The Sport is where AWD and X-MODE arrive. It adds those plus StarTex upholstery, heated steering wheel, driver seat memory, power passenger seat, 360-degree camera, Traffic Jam Assist, and the Driver Monitor. Everything from the Premium FWD’s feature set is retained and built upon.
- AWD + X-MODE Dual Mode + Hill Descent Control: Sport standard
- StarTex upholstery (Black or Gray): Sport and above
- 360-Degree Surround View Monitor: Sport and above
- Traffic Jam Assist and Driver Monitor: Sport and above
What the Sport Adds Over Premium FWD
Drivetrain
Subaru Symmetrical AWD replaces the front-wheel drive system. The Sport’s AWD distributes power to all four wheels continuously — it is not an on-demand system. For South Shore Long Island buyers, this is what makes the Uncharted a genuine year-round vehicle rather than one that requires careful management in winter conditions.
X-MODE Dual Mode System with Hill Descent Control is enabled by the AWD platform. The Sport’s X-MODE provides Snow/Mud and Deep Snow/Mud modes for varying severity of low-traction conditions, plus Hill Descent Control for steep downhill grades.
Upholstery
StarTex upholstery replaces the Premium FWD’s Black Cloth. The Sport is available in Black StarTex or Gray StarTex — both are more durable, easier to clean, and more premium-feeling than cloth. StarTex handles South Shore Long Island’s beach gear, dog transport, and wet-weather use more practically than fabric.
Steering Wheel
Heated steering wheel arrives at the Sport. The Premium FWD has a leather-wrapped wheel that is not heated; the Sport adds heat — a meaningful winter morning comfort improvement for drivers who spend time commuting in the Lindenhurst, Bay Shore, and Amityville area.
Driver Seat
Driver seat memory allows the seat to store a preferred position and return to it automatically when the driver enters. This matters for households where multiple drivers share the vehicle.
Passenger Seat
8-way power passenger seat — the Premium FWD has no powered passenger seat adjustment; the Sport adds 8-way power adjustment for the front passenger.
Driver Monitor
Driver Monitor: Distraction Mitigation System is available starting at the Sport. This in-cabin sensor detects when the driver’s gaze has shifted away from the road and issues an attention prompt.
Traffic Management
Traffic Jam Assist extends Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering into full stop-and-go conditions. For South Shore Long Island commuters on the Belt Parkway or the Southern State during rush hour, this is a practical daily feature — the Uncharted manages stop-and-go repetition without requiring continuous brake-and-accelerate input.
Cameras and Visibility
360-Degree Surround View Monitor provides a composite overhead view of the Uncharted on the 14-inch display, combining multiple cameras to show the vehicle and its immediate surroundings. Practical for parking in tight Long Island parking lots and for low-speed maneuvering.
Exterior
Low-profile roof rails are standard on the Sport and GT. The Premium FWD does not have roof rails. For South Shore Long Island buyers who use a roof rack for kayaks, surfboards, or bike carriers, roof rails are a prerequisite.
Illuminated front Subaru logo — a visual detail that distinguishes Sport and GT from the Premium FWD.
What the Sport Doesn’t Include
The Sport omits the features exclusive to GT:
- Panoramic glass roof with power shade
- Harman Kardon Speaker System (11 speakers) — Sport has 6-speaker standard audio
- 20-inch alloy wheels with gun metal finish and gloss black inserts — Sport has 18-inch
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated outboard rear seats
- Digital rearview mirror with HomeLink
- Available two-tone paint
If these features are priorities, the GT is the correct trim. If they’re not, the Sport is a complete all-weather Uncharted.
Complete Sport Feature List
All Sport standard equipment:
- All-electric drivetrain with Single Speed Transmission
- Subaru Symmetrical AWD
- X-MODE Dual Mode System with Hill Descent Control
- Full EyeSight suite + Traffic Jam Assist + Driver Monitor
- Blind Spot Monitor, Front/Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist
- 14-inch multimedia system with 6 speakers, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM
- 7-inch LCD instrument cluster
- Dual wireless phone chargers; dual front + rear USB-C ports
- 120V / 1500W AC power outlet
- 10-way power driver seat with memory
- 8-way power passenger seat
- Heated steering wheel (leather-wrapped)
- Power rear gate
- All-Weather Package (heated front seats, mirrors, wiper de-icer)
- Power folding mirrors with turn signals
- Rain-sensing wipers; automatic high beam
- 18-inch alloy wheels with gloss black covers
- LED Headlights
- Low-profile roof rails
- Customizable ambient lighting
- Digital key
- 360-Degree Surround View Monitor
- Illuminated front Subaru logo
- StarTex upholstery (Black or Gray)
"The Sport is where the Uncharted becomes a real Subaru for South Shore Long Island buyers. AWD, X-MODE, heated steering wheel, 360-degree camera, StarTex — that's the package. Traffic Jam Assist is something I emphasize because the Belt Parkway and Southern State are stop-and-go every weekday, and having the vehicle manage that automatically makes a real difference in how tiring the commute is. The roof rails are also more important than they sound — buyers who use carriers for paddleboards or kayaks can't use the Premium FWD. The Sport is where all of that comes together."
General Manager, South Shore Subaru
Safety data from NHTSA and IIHS; fuel economy from EPA. Actual mileage varies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Sport include the panoramic glass roof? No. The panoramic glass roof with power shade is exclusive to the GT trim.
What audio system does the Sport have? The Sport has a 6-speaker standard audio installation. Harman Kardon (11 speakers) is exclusive to the GT.
Can I get two-tone paint on the Sport? No. Two-tone paint is available only on the GT trim.
What wheel size does the Sport come with? 18-inch alloy wheels with gloss black wheel covers. The GT upgrades to 20-inch gun metal finish wheels.
Does the Sport have rear seat heat? No. Heated outboard rear seats are a GT-exclusive feature.
Configure an Uncharted Sport at South Shore Subaru
Browse current Uncharted inventory at South Shore Subaru or contact the team to schedule a Sport test drive at 305 Sunrise Hwy in Lindenhurst.