Head-to-head
Toyota bZ4X vs Subaru Solterra
Just $1,910 separates the Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra on starting price, but the Toyota bZ4X goes 125 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Toyota bZ4X
Toyota's first dedicated electric SUV, co-developed with Subaru (which sells it as the Solterra). Long battery warranty and Toyota's service network are the standout features — performance is mid-pack.
- From
- $69,990
- Range
- 591 km
- Battery
- 74.7 kWh
Option B · SUV
Subaru Solterra
Subaru's first BEV is a Toyota bZ4X with twin motors as standard. Symmetrical all-wheel drive is the Subaru-typical pitch — useful in snowy/wet conditions, less compelling on city duty.
- From
- $71,900
- Range
- 466 km
- Battery
- 74.7 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Toyota bZ4X
The Toyota bZ4X goes 125 km further on a charge (591 vs 466 km WLTP).
- 2
Price · advantage Toyota bZ4X
The Toyota bZ4X undercuts the Subaru Solterra by $1,910 (3%) on starting price.
- 3
0–100 km/h · advantage Subaru Solterra
The Subaru Solterra is 0.6 s quicker to 100 km/h (6.9 s vs 7.5 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Toyota bZ4X wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,910
- ▸ 125 km longer WLTP range
Where the Subaru Solterra wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6.9s vs 7.5s)
Toyota bZ4X
What we like
- ✓ Industry-leading 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Toyota's huge service network across Australia
- ✓ Strong 591 km WLTP range from the FWD variant
What we don't
- ✕ AC charging limited to 7.6 kW (single-phase only)
- ✕ Toyota was late to BEV — interior feels less modern than rivals
- ✕ Modest motor power for the kerb weight
Subaru Solterra
What we like
- ✓ Standard AWD with dedicated off-road modes
- ✓ Strong Subaru brand reputation for safety and durability
- ✓ Generous battery warranty (8 years / 160,000 km)
What we don't
- ✕ Shorter WLTP range than FWD bZ4X (AWD penalty)
- ✕ Pricier than the bZ4X twin
- ✕ Subaru dealer network smaller than Toyota's
Frequently asked: Toyota bZ4X vs Subaru Solterra
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Toyota bZ4X or the Subaru Solterra?
- The Toyota bZ4X is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $69,990 versus $71,900 for the Subaru Solterra, a $1,910 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Toyota bZ4X has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 591 km, 125 km further than the Subaru Solterra's 466 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Subaru Solterra does 0–100 km/h in 6.9 seconds — 0.6 s quicker than the Toyota bZ4X's 7.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Toyota bZ4X
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (125 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: toyota loyalists
Choose the
Subaru Solterra
if…
- ✓ you match the profile: all-weather drivers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.