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The brand’s first all-electric vehicle, the 2023 Subaru Solterra, has to define characteristics such as basic all-wheel drive. The basis for this small SUV, which will also support the upcoming Toyota bZ4X and additional vehicles in the future, was jointly developed by Subaru and Toyota. The Solterra features an estimated driving range of 222–228 miles, several conventional driver assistance, and some cool off-road maneuvers. While there isn’t much competition for the 2023 Solterra right now in the non-luxury EV compact-ute sector, that could all change in the next few months.
Subaru enthusiasts’ first opportunity to choose from a fully electric model in the portfolio is the Solterra. The only semi-electric choice up to this point had been the plug-in hybrid Crosstrek. Subaru has announced that it would only produce 6500 Solterras for the 2023 model year. The inside of the Solterra has a large infotainment touchscreen, a high-mounted digital gauge cluster, and an elevated center console with what appears to be a rotary shift gear. The inside seems airy due to the sharp windscreen, big side windows, and panoramic sunroof. The variety of appealing textures used throughout further adds to the eye-catching appearance.
The Solterra not only runs entirely on electricity, but it also has an AWD system that uses two electric motors to provide a combined 215 hp and 249 lb-feet of torque. There are four driving modes: Eco, Normal, Power, and X-mode, which are designed to assist in slick situations or on uneven surfaces by independently adjusting the power to each wheel. This power can be used in various ways depending on the drive mode. The Solterra boasts 8.3 inches of ground clearance and a “Grip Control” option, which is essentially a low-speed cruise control, for those who want to take it off-road. The force of the regenerative braking can be changed using the paddles that are on the steering wheel.
According to Subaru, the battery pack in the Solterra has a gross capacity of 72.8 kWh. ones with 18-inch wheels are said to have a 228-mile range, while ones with 20-inch wheels are estimated at 222 miles. The Solterra’s integrated 6.6-kWh charger, according to Subaru, can recharge the battery in nine hours when plugged into a Level 2 charging station. It is said to take roughly 56 minutes to charge it to 80% when connected to a 100 kW DC fast charger.
2023 Subaru Solterra Mileage | City | Highway |
Solterra | 114 MPGe | 94 MPGe |
According to its EPA rating, the 2023 Solterra is predicted to get up to 104 MPGe in total.
2023 Subaru Solterra Dimensions | |
Length | 184.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in |
Height | 65.1 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 30 ft3 |
Airbags | 8 Airbags |
The 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system for the Solterra is available, and it sits in the dash’s middle. Every model comes included with wireless phone charging, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Users can remotely operate the HVAC system to pre-condition the cabin or to lock and unlock the doors thanks to the presence of a smartphone app. Additionally, we anticipate an enhanced sound option and built-in navigation to be available.
2023 Subaru Solterra Trims | Price (USD) |
Premium | $46,220 |
Limited | $49,790 |
Touring | $53,220 |
Pricing for the 2023 Subaru Solterra hasn’t been revealed, but we anticipate it to closely resemble that of the Toyota bZ4X, which we anticipate to start in the mid $30,000s or low $40,000s. We can make recommendations on which Subie to get once we have an idea of how much it will cost and have learned more about its various trim levels and its features.
2023 Subaru Solterra Specifications | Specs |
Motor | 2 permanent-magnet synchronous AC |
Drivetrain | AWD |
Horsepower | 215 hp |
Torque | 249 lb-ft |
0-60 MPH | 6.5 sec |
0-100 MPH | NA |
1/4 Mile | 15.2 sec |
Top-Speed | 110 mph |
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