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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.
- Price from
- $71,900
- Range
- 466 km
- Battery
- 74.7 kWh
- 0–100
- 6.9 s
- Power
- 160 kW
- DC charge
- 150 kW
- ANCAP
- 5★
Verdict
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.
Pros and cons
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
Best for
- All-weather drivers
- Subaru loyalists
- Outdoor/lifestyle buyers
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Specifications
Manufacturer-quoted figures. Real-world range and DC fast-charging speeds vary with temperature, terrain and driving style.
Performance
- Drive layout
- AWD
- Motor power
- 160 kW
- Motor torque
- 337 Nm
- 0–100 km/h
- 6.9 s
Battery & range
- Battery capacity
- 74.7 kWh
- Range (WLTP)
- 466 km
Charging
- AC charging
- 11 kW
- DC fast charging (peak)
- 150 kW
- 10–80% DC charge time
- 35 min
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,690 mm
- Width
- 1,860 mm
- Height
- 1,650 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,850 mm
- Boot (seats up)
- 410 L
Safety & warranty
- ANCAP rating
- 5 stars (tested —)
- Vehicle warranty
- 5 years
- Battery warranty
- 8 years / 160,000 km
Pricing & origin
- Price from
- $71,900
- Built in
- Japan
- Sale status
- on sale
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