SUBARU HAS CONFIRMED AUSTRALIAN specification for the all-new, all-electric Subaru Solterra SUV.
Solterra, Subaru’s first battery electric vehicle (BEV), is available in two variants, AWD and AWD Touring.
Priced from $77,990 (plus on road costs), both variants will come standard with a complimentary five-year service plan, five-year roadside assistance, carpet mat set, cargo tray and a 2kW (8 Amp) AC charging cable with 10 Amp wall plug for charging.
Powered by a high voltage 71.4kW lithium-ion battery, the Solterra delivers a maximum power output of 160kW and 337Nm of torque. In accordance with Australian Design Rules (ADR81/02), which states that vehicles imported into Australia should be homologated with a NEDC claimed range figure, Solterra has a NEDC test range of 485km.
Charging the Solterra is simple with both AC and DC charging capability. Charging from 0-to-80 percent via 150kW DC charger takes approximately 30 minutes, whereas via a single-phase 7kW AC charger 0-to-100 percent takes approximately nine and a half hours and 0-to-100 percent charge via a 11kW three-phase takes approximately six and a half hours.
True to Subaru’s spirit, Solterra owners can explore a variety of road surfaces, thanks to its class leading 212mm of ground clearance and Dual Mode X-Mode that works with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD) to provide exceptional grip and control. This driver-activated feature is designed to be used when road conditions become particularly treacherous or challenging, such as in slippery or icy weather, on steep hills, or in muddy terrain. Solterra also includes a new Grip Control function.
A central 12.3-inch high-definition touchscreen coupled with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity and a high quality 6-speaker or 10 speaker Harman Kardon sound system (exclusive to AWD Touring) makes entertainment and connectivity on road trips simple.
Exclusive to Solterra AWD Touring is a panoramic glass sunroof which offers a broader view of the sky and surroundings along with extra natural light in the cabin.
Subaru Australia’s Managing Director, Blair Read, said, “We are excited to welcome the Solterra to the Subaru model range. The Solterra delivers Subaru’s trusted reliability, diverse-terrain capability, safety, and engaging driving dynamics in Subaru’s first all-electric SUV.
“The smooth, linear output of the dual electric motors combined with Subaru’s legendary Symmetrical All Wheel Drive, means drivers have outstanding control and capability on all kinds of road and conditions. The Solterra delivers the renowned driving feeling and confidence that Subaru owners demand.”
First vehicles have already started to arrive in Australia, with demonstration vehicles also landing in showrooms now.
SOLTERRA AUSTRALIAN SPECS AND FEATURES
Colour Range
| Exterior Colours | Available on the following variants |
| Harbour Mist Grey Pearl | Across the range |
| Cosmic White Pearl | Across the range |
| Harbour Mist Grey Pearl – Two Tone* | Solterra AWD Touring |
| Cosmic White Pearl – Two Tone* | Solterra AWD Touring |
| Galactic Black | Across the range |
| Smoked Carbon | Across the range |
| Elemental Red | Across the range |
| Dark Blue Mica | Across the range |
*Two tone colour options available at an additional cost of $1200.
Seat trims
The Solterra AWD feature black cloth seat trim, while range topping Subaru AWD Touring feature synthetic leather in black.
Solterra AWD
Performance
- Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- Max power: 160kW
- Max torque: 337Nm
- NEDC test range of 485km
- S Pedal Drive
- Dual Mode X-Mode with NEW Grip Control Function
- 212mm of ground clearance3
Battery & Charging
- 71.4kWh Lithium-ion battery
- 2kW (8 Amp) AC charging cable with 10 Amp wall plug
- 0-100 percent via 2kW single-phase AC charger – Approx. 35 hours
- 0-80 percent via 150kW DC charger – Approx. 30 minutes
- 0-100 percent via 7kW single-phase AC charger – Approx. 9.5 hours
- 0-100 percent via 11kW three-phase AC charger – Approx. 6.5 hours
Exterior
- 18-inch alloy wheels with wheel cap
- Dusk-sensing, self-levelling LED headlights with auto off
- Rear LED combination lights
- Powered door mirrors – auto-folding
- Puddle lamps – door mirror
- Powered tailgate
- Roof rails
- Roof carrier brackets
Interior
- Cloth seat trim – black
- Carpet mat set
- Cargo tray
- Heated leather steering wheel
- 8-way power seat with lumbar support – driver
- Heated seats – front and rear outboard
- Regeneration Mode Paddles
- Digital rear view mirror
- Air conditioning – dual-zone, climate-control with rear vents
- Remote air conditioning system
Entertainment, Technology and Safety
- Central information display with 12.3-inch-high-definition touchscreen
- 7-inch digital instrumentation
- Satellite navigation
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- USB ports – USB-A & USB-C connection
- 6-speaker audio
- SRS airbags – dual front, dual front side, dual curtain, and front seat centre
- 3-point ELR rear seat belts
- Subaru Safety Sense featuring:
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Emergency Driving Stop System
- Emergency Steering Assist
- Lane Departure Alert
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Low-speed Acceleration Suppression
- Pre-Collision System
- Road Sign Assist
- Speed Limiter
- Subaru Vision Assist featuring:
- Adaptive High-Beam System
- Blind Sport Monitor (BSM)
- Front Parking Sensors
- Front View Monitor
- Panoramic 360 Degree View Monitor
- Parking Support Brake
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Rear parking sensors
- Safe Exit Assist
- Driver Monitoring System6 – featuring:
- Distraction warning
- Drowsiness warning
Solterra AWD Touring adds:
Exterior
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Auto-dipping door mirror
- Two tone paint options available for an additional $1200 (on selected colours).
Interior
- Panoramic glass roof
- Synthetic leather seat trim
- 8-way power seat – front passenger
- Door mirror memory setting – driver
Entertainment, Technology and Safety
- Wireless Qi charger
- 10 Harman Kardon speakers, subwoofer, and amplifier
- Subaru Vision Assist:
- Advanced Park Assist
Pricing
| Solterra AWD | $77,990 |
| Solterra AWD Touring | $83,690 |
Both plus on road costs
WARRANTY: Five-year/unlimited kilometres, 60 months/75,000km Capped Price Servicing Program, five-year Roadside Assistance Program.
BATTERY WARRANTY: The Subaru New Vehicle Warranty period on batteries (12 Volt) is 2 years. The Subaru New Vehicle Warranty period on high-voltage batteries for Subaru Electric vehicles is 8 years/160,000 kilometres, whichever comes first. After this warranty period, any required battery replacement will be a chargeable item.
ACCESSORIES
Charging Bundles
To support customers, the following charging bundles are available for purchase via the Authorised Subaru Retail Network or via Subaru.com.au when making an online purchase.
- Bundle 1: Ocular LTE Plus Wallbox Single Phase (7kW) Tethered Type 2 with 6 metre cable – $2250 (inc. GST and standard installation).
- Bundle 2: Ocular LTE Plus Wallbox Three-Phase (22kW) Tethered Type 2 6M cable – $2645 (inc. GST and standard installation).