8.1
2024 Subaru Solterra AWD Touring review
The Subaru Solterra brings a familiar-looking cabin and ICE-like driving experience though it comes with a hefty price tag.
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Jack Quick
Subaru Solterra vs Volkswagen Tiguan Comparison
Subaru Solterra
Volkswagen Tiguan
2024 Subaru
Solterra
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2024 Volkswagen
Tiguan
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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 TOURING AWD
Based on the Volkswagen Tiguan 235TSI R
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
TowingFuel Efficiency
NA
58L - 60L
354 to 576 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$69,990 - $76,990
$40,990 - $73,790
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CarExpert's Take
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Smooth, comfortable drive
- Well equipped for the money
- Better dash setup than bZ4X...
Misses
- ... but square wheel not for everyone
- Still expensive relative to its rivals
- Lots of piano black
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Silly fast for a family wagon
- Retains the regular Tiguan's strengths
- Bargain compared to rival Euro fast SUVs
Misses
- Only looks special in Lapiz Blue
- Australia misses out on full-fat Euro tune
- Some cabin elements are a bit dated
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 | ||
Colours Available
The 2024 Volkswagen Life, Elegance and R-Line are offered with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Night Shade Blue Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
Metallic and pearl paint options cost $900. Pure White is a no-cost option.
The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan R comes with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Lapiz Blue Premium Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 1.4L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 160kW | 110kW - 235kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 3500 - 5600 | |
| Torque | ||
| 337Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 9.6 - 16 | |
