2026 Subaru Solterra Base owner review

John purchased this Subaru Solterra new for $63,000. John would buy this car again and is satisfied with his purchase.

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John P.

Verified Owner

Model reviewed

Subaru Solterra

From

$63,990^†

John P.

Verified Owner

Model tested

Subaru Solterra

From

$63,990^†

John P.

Verified Owner

Model reviewed

Subaru Solterra

From

$63,990^†

John P.

Verified Owner

Model tested

Subaru Solterra

From

$63,990^†

Pros

Driveabilty
Touch Screen
Efficiency

Cons

Maps not up to scratch, no traffic
No smart entry via app
Too easy to leave on, giving potential access to another person

Comparative Rating

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Power to Weight

123.83 - 126 kW/t

68.63 kW/t

216.45 kW/t

Boot Space

410 - 421 litres

130 litres

897 litres

Price

$69,307 - $75,607

$49,100.2

$229,023

Warranty (Years)

5 years

3 years

7 years

Warranty (Distance)

Unlimited

80,000 km

Unlimited

Years on Sale

3 years

1 year

4 years

Service Interval

60 months

12 months

60 months

Towing & Off-Road Capability

Gross Vehicle Weight

2,560 kg

2,300 kg

2,950 kg

Braked Towing Capacity

1,500 kg

300 kg

2,500 kg

Approach Angle

17.7°

12.6°

25°

Departure Angle

25.4°

17.2°

30.6°

Ground Clearance Unladen

212 mm

122 mm

212 mm

Battery & Charging

Max. battery kilowatt hour

74.7 kWh

0.33 kWh

100 kWh

AC Charging (max kW)

7 kW

3.7 kW

22 kW

DC Fast Charging (max kW)

150 kW

32 kW

270 kW

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Have you experienced any reliability issues with your vehicle since you purchased it?

No.

Have you had to make any warranty claims?

No.

Has your vehicle been serviced at least once since you took ownership?

No.

Overall, are you satisfied with your ownership experience so far?

Yes.

Absolutely delighted with the finish, handling and general usability – especially with the much-improved battery management.

I would recommend it to others who have a need for a good EV that is AWD.

Would definitely consider another one someday.

Insurance costs are very reasonable, and efficiency has proved very good.

John’s experience with the 2026 Subaru Solterra Base

From test drive to purchase and delivery, the whole process was seamless. Subaru Eblens Glenelg were first class, and the deal was spot on for us.

Some time ago, we decided that our last car would be an EV, and being very satisfied Subaru owners, naturally, we went with them again.

Main winners are the car itself, it is awesome to drive, the great backup and service I’ve always had at Eblens.

It was very important to go with a brand that had local support and a first-class reputation for dealing with problems.

The smaller wheels with the extra rubber were appealing as it is a much more efficient setup and better suited to tracks and gravel roads, which we frequent.

I also cannot see the value in a sunroof in Australia, and apart from missing my much-loved driver recognition, it didn’t feel like I was missing much else.

Early days yet, so far happy with everything.

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