2027 Subaru Solterra

Marc Urbano|Car and DriverMSRP$40,000–$48,000 est See all results for new 2027 Subaru Solterra for sale near h3h 0a1 The Subaru Solterra takes the basic tenets of Subaru-ness—a reasonable footprint and a straightforward interior with ample passenger and cargo room—and a slightly funky vibe—and swaps in an electric powertrain to replace the brand's characteristic horizontally opposed boxer gasoline engine. Dual-motors provide standard all-wheel-drive, and two levels of tune are available: the base 233-hp setup or the speedy 338-horsepower XT trim. It's no secret that the Solterra was co-developed with the near-identical Toyota bZ, but the Solterra's unique front and rear fascias manage to distinguish it from its identical Toyota twin, if only slightly. The Solterra also offers leather and unique leg heaters that operate when the seat heaters are turned on. As with most Subies, the Solterra offsets any quirkiness with solid practicality and value. Expert Tip: If you've got Subaru on the brain but aren't ready to go full EV, the Subaru Outback, the brand's longtime centerpiece, starts a few thousand less than the Solterra. After a significant refresh for 2026, the Solterra rides into 2027 with no changes. Car and Driver calculates your car's value in three free and easy steps - using the same Black Book® data dealers use to appraise vehicles. We'd recommend the Limited trim, which adds 20-inch wheels, a rear spoiler, and a power liftgate. Inside, the Limited trim comes with niceties such as heated power-adjustable front seats, heated outboard rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and a Harman/Kardon stereo system. The standard dual-motor powertrain produces 233 horsepower, but stepping up to the XT dials the output up to 338 horsepower. All models get a comprehensive collection of off-road enabling software, including Subie's X-MODE all-wheel drive system with specific Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud modes; there's also Grip Control, which operates like a low-speed off-road cruise control, and Downhill Assist for navigating steep descents. When we drove the updated 2026 model, we found it to be mostly composed and relaxed like before. Curiously, the Solterra offers four levels of user-selectable regenerative braking, but doesn’t provide true one-pedal driving that brings the vehicle to a complete stop. The XT model is the dragster of the two, its 4.3-second run to 60 mph unsurprisingly leaving the standard Solterra in its wake. But it's also quicker than the Subaru WRX, its gas-powered performance-focused sibling; in fact, the Solterra XT is the quickest Subaru we've ever tested. Just know that the XT's heightened performance brings a stiffer ride that might be a tad firm for some. In Comparison: C/D's long-term Hyundai Ioniq 5 SEL AWD hit 60 mph in a nearly identical 4.4 seconds; the last Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S AWD we tested required 4.8 seconds. The EPA rates the Solterra to deliver 288 miles of range in base form, and 278 miles in the more powerful XT model. Numerous competitors deliver well over 300 miles of range. We'll test the Solterra's real-world range on our 75-mph highway range test soon and update this section when we do. Charge speed got a bump in the 2026 makeover, the current Solterra's peak DC rate of 150 kW representing an improvement over the previous model's 100-kW maximum rate. A NACS charging port became standard in 2026, and Level 1 and 2 charging capability continues as well. The battery preconditioning can be activated by the driver or automatically when a charging station is selected as the destination in the navigation system. For the standard model, EPA ratings for the Solterra sit at 131 MPGe city, 109 MPGe highway, and 120 MPGe combined. Opting for the more powerful XT drops those ratings slightly to 128 MPGe city, 105 MPGe highway, and 117 MPGe combined. We haven't gotten the chance to test the Solterra on our real-world 75-mph highway fuel economy test, but we'll update this section when we do. MPGe stands for miles per gallon of gas equivalent, an EPA metric that estimates PHEV and EV vehicle fuel efficiency. In Comparison: The competitively priced Hyundai Ioniq 5 in dual-motor AWD has EPA ratings of 116 MPGe city, 96 MPGe highway, and 106 MPGe combined. First Row: The Solterra's interior incorporates a square-ish, leather-wrapped steering wheel and a high-mounted digital gauge cluster. Heated front seats covered in a synthetic fabric are standard, but ventilated seats, leather upholstery, and a heated steering wheel are available. Dual zone climate control is standard. Second Row: Second row style echoes that of the first row. A 60/40 split-folding rear seat helps manage people and cargo, as does a flip-down armrest with drink and phone holders. Dedicated vents provide climate control, and heated rear outboard seats are available. Cargo Capacity: Along with the various storage spots, the Solterra makes for a useful travel companion with 24 cubic feet of luggage space

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