The Solterra SUV is clearly more expensive than the Toyota bZ4X, and it is easier to pronounce. The company's first EV will start at $44,995 in its Premium trim before the federal tax credit and a $1,225 destination fee. The base model includes an eight-inch screen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as driver assist systems that include rear camera detection, blind spot monitoring and safe-exit door alert.
If you spend $48,495 for the limited tier, you will get a 12.3-inch infotainment system, a 360-degree camera view, a wireless phone charging dock, parking assistance, rear cross-traffic warnings and phone-based digital key support. You can expect more conventional upgrades, like a power rear door and a Harman Kardon audio system. The Touring variant adds a digital rear-view mirror with HomeLink support, a panoramic moonroof, footwell lighting and ventilated front seats.
Regardless of model, you're paying for the better off-road capabilities of Subaru over Toyota's EV. All Solterra models come with all-wheel drive and a dual-motor setup with 215HP, 249lb/ft of Torque and up to a 228-mile range. grip and downhill control features help you maintain a steady course, while the X-Mode feature adjusts for dirt and snow.
Sales are expected to start in 2022. There are offers like EVgo charging credit or money toward a Level 2 home charger available for reservations.
The starting price is higher than expected. It is not far from VW's all-wheel ID.4 Pro or Ford's Mustang Mach-E Select, though, and may be a better value than those.
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