8.1
2024 Subaru Solterra AWD review
Subaru has its first EV in Australia. It's a solid family SUV, although it's not a game-changer like some of its rivals.
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Scott Collie
Subaru Solterra vs BYD Sealion 6 Comparison
Subaru Solterra
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BYD Sealion 6
2024 Subaru
Solterra
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2024 BYD
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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Based on the Subaru Solterra AWD
Based on the BYD Sealion 6 PREMIUM
Best suitable for...
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
NA
60L
66 to 84 km
Warranty
5 year
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6 year
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MSRP
$69,990 - $76,990
$48,990 - $52,990
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Comfortable ride
- Smooth, quiet driving dynamics
- Free servicing
Misses
- Struggles to stand out
- Boot compromised by roof line
- It's taken its time getting here
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Strong value for money
- Achievable EV range claim
- Cushy, quiet drive experience
Misses
- Soft ride can get wallowy
- Base model offers more range
- No safety rating... yet
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | ELECTRONIC F/INJ, ELECTRIC & TURBO DFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1498 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | NOT PROVIDED | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 160kW | 145kW - 150kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | - | |
| Torque | ||
| 337Nm | 300Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | - | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
