No pricing data available at this time. 2025 Subaru Solterra Overview What’s new: This year’s model costs much less than last year’s. The Onyx Edition styling kit is now available for the top touring trim. A part of the first Solterra model, which was shown in 2023. Subaru joined the electric vehicle market later than other big car companies. Two years later, in 2025, the Subaru Solterra is still a strong option in electric vehicles because of its relationship with Toyota. The Solterra has a shorter range than its competitors, which makes it great for travel and local driving but not as suitable for long trips. The 2025 Solterra is a good option because it has all the usual Subaru features like all-wheel drive, off-road ability, and up-to-date safety systems, plus it comes at a lower price. The Solterra charges faster than last year’s model. This year, the Solterra has lower monthly payments. Subaru has lowered the starting price by about $6,500, or 15%, compared to last year’s model, while keeping all the features. The top Touring trim now costs about $7,000 less than before. If you want to spend more money, you can get the new Touring Onyx Edition. It costs $500 more than the Touring model and includes shiny black wheels, a black rear spoiler, and black accents. This year’s Solterra helps you save money while adding some style, even though it still has an expected range of 227 miles. The Solterra has a modest range, putting it in the middle when compared to electric hatchback-SUV hybrids like the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Chevrolet Equinox EV, Tesla Model Y, and its similar model, the Toyota bZ4X. While many vehicles can go farther than the Solterra, the Subaru is now one of the most budget-friendly choices. The Solterra has 8.3 inches of ground clearance and works well in snow, mud, and dirt, making it better than its rivals. You won’t feel motivated to drive the Solterra over deep bumps and rocks, but the fact that it can handle rough terrain better than other cars shows its strength. Pros vs Cons Pros Comfortable and capable of some off-roading, this vehicle is a terrific choice. A lot of high-tech driving aids come as standard. Standard four-wheel drive Cons EVs tend to have a low range. Finding a driving position that feels natural can be challenging. Performance How does the Solterra drive? The Solterra isn’t the most exciting electric car on the market. The crossover SUV’s acceleration is good for city driving, but it doesn’t meet our expectations for an electric vehicle (EV). The Solterra has a smooth ride and handles traffic well, but it doesn’t have the same level of power as competitors like Tesla, Hyundai, and Ford. The Subaru’s braking efficiency is also average. Also, the Subaru does not have real one-pedal driving because the Solterra’s regenerative braking system doesn’t completely stop the car. The Solterra’s driving doesn’t improve the sporty feel. Parking an electric vehicle (EV) is easy, but the small turning wheel might feel uncomfortable. Comfort How comfortable is the Solterra? The Solterra is easy to drive and fairly comfy on rough ground. The front seats are comfy with soft padding, good support for safety when turning, and enough adjustments to fit most people’s driving preferences. The rear seat is also comfortable, with a well-padded bench that should appeal to backseat guests. The Solterra is quiet to drive, even though other electric vehicles block wind and road sounds better. The Solterra’s constant warning beeps are very annoying. Sadly, many of these cannot be disabled. The cabin can be easily heated or cooled using the simple temperature control system. We really like that the key fob has a button to turn on the climate control from a distance, which many other car companies only offer through smartphones. Interior What does the inside look like? The Solterra’s interior is quite simple and not very modern or stylish, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Toyota provided the tablet system, which is better than the ones found in some Subaru models. The screen may not be as large as some others, but it is fast and clear, and the menu is easy to use. Not everything depends on the touchscreen, and we like that Subaru includes some settings with physical buttons instead of just using the touchscreen. Although the Solterra’s cabin may not be as big as some of its rivals on paper, there is plenty of space for most people in each row, except for the highest passengers. Some drivers found the control panel’s position and seat layout unusual, but the roomy interior and higher ride height make it easy to get in and out. Tall windows and wide mirrors provide great views outside. Technology How is the technology working? The navigation system is simple to use and works well, using information from Google about places and other areas. Also, changes sent over the air keep the information current. You can enter navigation directions by typing them in or using voice prompts on the device. You can use speech commands to adjust the sound, temperature, and other features. The expensive Harman Kardon audio system in our test Solterra let us down with its sound quality. There are many ways to connect your phone. The Solterra has a wireless charging pad, four USB-C ports, and one USB-A port. Subaru offers direct connection for smartphones using Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The advanced driving features on the Solterra are simple to use and function effectively. Adaptive cruise control keeps a safe distance from the car in front while adjusting its speed easily. Lane-keeping assistance and other driving help features are helpful, too. Our only major gripe is that parking sensors are overly eager and frequently beep in parking lots. Storage How is the storage doing? The storage space behind the back seat is 27.7 cubic feet, and if the Solterra has the premium audio system, it is 25.8 cubic feet. The size is big and helpful, even though the amount is typical for the class. Additionally, the load floor can be lowered, which is helpful since the elegant ceiling restricts the height of items. It doesn’t have a front trunk, which the Ford Mustang Mach-E and the Tesla Model Y do have. The cabin’s room for small items is not very good. The storage shelf under the shifter is not deep enough for taller items, and the center panel is smaller compared to other options. The Solterra has good-sized door pockets, but it does not have a glovebox for secure storage. Do you have kids? The roomy back seat should make it easy to add a child safety seat. The anchors are easy to reach, and there is enough space for a rear-facing seat. Fuel Economy How effective are they, and how far can they go? In a class where leaders can drive more than 300 miles between charges, the EPA estimates the Solterra’s range to be between 222 and 227 miles, which is disappointing. The Solterra AWD did better than the EPA’s estimate in the Edmunds EV Range Test, achieving 249 miles on one charge. Surprisingly, even though it has a better EPA rating, the Toyota was almost as good as the single-motor version in our range test. The EPA says the Solterra uses about 33 kWh of power for every 100 miles it drives. We recorded 27.8 kWh on our specialized electric vehicle test route, which is very efficient for a dual-motor electric vehicle. (Note that an EV becomes less efficient as the kWh increases.) In comparison, we examined a Volkswagen ID.4 with two motors, which burned 31.4 kWh per 100 km. Subaru says that in perfect conditions, the Solterra can charge from 10% to 80% in 35 minutes when using a DC fast charger. That’s great, but competing SUVs like the Model Y and Ioniq 5 might charge quicker. Value Is the Solterra a good value? Since its price drop in 2025, the Solterra has become one of the cheaper options in its category. It also features a dual-motor all-wheel drive system as a standard. The Subaru is a good option for an affordable all-wheel-drive electric car, but its high price isn’t worth it because the interior is dull and the driving range is limited. The Solterra has a basic warranty that lasts three years or 30,000 miles, a powertrain warranty for five years or 50,000 miles, and eight-year battery protection. They are all average in class. The car company offers two years of free service visits and three years or 36,000 miles of roadside help. Wildcard The Solterra is not very interesting. At first look, you can see that it’s a Toyota bZ4X with some features inspired by Subaru. We hope Toyota and Subaru have made their cars more different from each other, both in appearance and design. Even though the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 are very similar, they don’t feel like the same car. What is Invoice Pricing 's Recommendation? We think the Limited is the most reasonable of the three main trims. It has extra features like a bigger touchscreen, front seats that can be adjusted with power, heated back seats, a heated steering wheel, and a camera that shows the area around the car. While these features offer more comfort and convenience, they add a few thousand dollars to the price compared to the base model. The Limited’s bigger 20-inch wheels slightly reduce the range, but not by much. That’s the only downside. 2025 Subaru Solterra Video Review
