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 Kia Sportage Comparison
Subaru Solterra
Kia Sportage
2024 Subaru
Solterra
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2024 Kia
Sportage
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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 Kia Sportage SX HEV (FWD)
Best suitable for...
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
NA
54L
265 to 437 km
Warranty
5 year
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7 year
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MSRP
$69,990 - $76,990
$32,995 - $55,420
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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
- Turbo'd performance, hybrid efficiency
- Spacious, tech-heavy cabin
- Australian-tuned ride and handling
Misses
- Can't match RAV4 for real-world economy
- Price premium over diesel, pricey servicing
- Limited to 300 units per month... for now
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 | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Premium Paint (+$520)
Colours Available
Clear White is the standard paint finish, with the following optional:
- Steel Grey
- Gravity Grey
- Fusion Black
- Vesta Blue
- Dawning Red
- Snow White Pearl (SX+ and GT-Line only)
- Jungle Wood Green (SX+ and GT-Line only)
Premium paint costs an extra $520.
All models have a black interior.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1598 - 1999 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 1.6L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | INLINE 4, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 160kW | 115kW - 137kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 4000 - 6200 | |
| Torque | ||
| 337Nm | 192Nm - 416Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1500 - 4500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 10.5 - 16 | |
