Subaru’s first and only EV, the Solterra, is getting a facelift for 2026 with many upgrades that include a better AWD system, longer range, and improved performance.
Subaru’s only EV adds 25 percent more range, faster charging, and improved AWD
The 2026 Solterra looks a lot better, too.
The 2026 Solterra looks a lot better, too.
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Subaru gave the new model a standard symmetrical all-wheel drive system that allows front and rear motors to work independently and offer better control in various weather conditions. The motors are also more powerful, with up to 233 horsepower combined, while a higher-end XT model bumps the power to 338 horsepower with 0-60 mph acceleration in under five seconds.
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It has a cleaner and flatter front bumper, new headlights, and an illuminated logo that make the vehicle look more refined than the first version. Meanwhile, the interior receives an upgraded 14-inch infotainment touchscreen, two 15W wireless smartphone chargers, and USB-C charging ports.
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The Solterra now has a 74.7kWh battery pack that gives it an EPA-estimated range of 285 miles on a single charge, compared to the previous 227 miles. It can charge from 10 to 80 percent in “less than 35 minutes” on a 150kW charger. It features the now-standard NACS charging port, which will allow the Solterra to charge at “more than 15,000” Tesla Supercharger locations across North America sometime this year.
The changes come after Toyota upgraded its BZ4X last month, which uses the same e-TNGA platform as the Solterra.
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