Subaru Solterra

Subaru

Solterra

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The Subaru Solterra is a compact electric SUV co-developed with Toyota — sharing its platform with the bZ4X — and represents Subaru's first battery-electric vehicle. Positioned as an all-weather, trail-capable EV, it targets Subaru's loyal outdoor-oriented buyer base. All three trims carry identical powertrain specs: dual-motor AWD, 215 hp, and a 222-mile EPA range. Reviewers at Edmunds and Car and Driver consistently highlight its all-weather capability and Subaru's brand trust, while flagging its below-average range and slow charging speeds as significant competitive weaknesses.

Strengths

  • Standard dual-motor AWD across all trims provides genuine all-weather and light off-road traction, reinforcing Subaru's core brand identity
  • 0–60 mph in 6.5 seconds is competent for the segment and consistent across all trims
  • Elevated ride height and available X-Mode terrain control system give it more off-road utility than most crossover EVs
  • Interior build quality and available features on the Limited and Touring trims are well-regarded, with Touring adding a panoramic roof and upgraded driver-assist tech

Considerations

  • 222-mile EPA range falls short of key rivals — the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Hyundai Ioniq 5 both exceed 260–300 miles in comparable configurations
  • Maximum DC fast-charging rate of 100 kW is notably slow by current standards, meaning longer charging stops compared to competitors like the Ioniq 5 (up to 235 kW)
  • Infotainment interface has drawn consistent criticism from reviewers at InsideEVs and Edmunds for being unintuitive and slow to respond
  • At $41,345–$51,345, pricing places it in direct competition with longer-range, faster-charging alternatives, making value-per-dollar a recurring concern in reviews