2026 Subaru Solterra
Overview
The 2026 Subaru Solterra is an exciting way to drive a Subaru, and the new 2026 model features faster charging speeds, greater range, and more great features than ever before. This compact SUV brings everything to the table with off-road capabilities, legendary Subaru all-wheel drive, and a peaceful and nicely organized interior with loads of helpful features. Subaru even gives its new Solterra more horsepower for the 2026 edition, giving the vehicle even more might and excitement on the road or light trail adventure.
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Quick Specs
- Motor – Dual independent front and rear eAxle AC synchronous electric motor/transaxle units
- Transmission – Single-speed fixed-ratio transmission
- Horsepower – 233 horsepower (standard trim) or 338 horsepower (XT trims)
- Drivetrain – All-wheel drive
- Torque – 250 lb.-ft. of torque (base models), 300 lb.-ft. of torque (XT trims)
- Range – 288 miles (Premium), 278 miles (all other trims)
- MPGe – 109 hwy/131 city (Premium trim), 105 hwy/128 city (all other trims)
- Cargo Capacity – 23.8 cubic feet or 63.5 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down
Who's It For?
The 2026 Subaru Solterra is the perfect electric vehicle for devotees of the Subaru brand, as well as anyone interested in the perfect merging of an adventure vehicle and a forward-thinking electric vehicle. With the bevy of updates and improvements Subaru brings to the model this year, drivers will get to enjoy new exterior styling, faster charging, and greater range. The Subaru Solterra is everything drivers want in a Subaru with the added benefit, convenience, and excitement of an electric drivetrain.
What's New for 2026?
Subaru has upgraded the charging speed of the 2026 Solterra, allowing new models to charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 28 minutes on a fast charger. Subaru has also increased the range of the Solterra, bringing it up to an estimated maximum of 288 miles. Subaru has increased the horsepower on the base model, and Subaru also updated the charging port to the new NACS plug from the previous CCS port. Subaru has also added a preconditioning system to the Solterra for more optimal battery charging and has slightly updated the exterior design.
Real World Performance
The 2026 Subaru Solterra features dual independent front and rear eAxle AC synchronous electric motor/transaxle units and a single-speed fixed-ratio transmission. Horsepower sits at 233 horsepower for the standard trims and 338 for the upgraded trims. All Solterras feature all-wheel drive, with the base trims featuring 250 lb.-ft. of torque and the upgraded trims offering 300 lb.-ft. of torque.
The estimated range is 288 miles on the Premium trim level and 278 miles on all other trims. Subaru estimates MPGe at 109 highway and 131 city for the Premium trim and 105 highway and 128 city for all other trims. Cargo capacity for the 2026 Solterra is 23.8 cubic feet on all trims or 63.5 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.
Key Features
Interior Comfort and Technology
- 14.0-inch multimedia navigation system
- Keyless entry with push-button start
- Wireless Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Android Auto
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability
- Dual illuminated rear USB-C charge ports
- Heated front seats
- Ventilated front seats (some trims)
- Heated steering wheel (most trims)
- Driver and passenger radiant leg warmers (Touring and Touring trims)
- Six-speaker audio system (Premium trim)
- Harman Kardon premium audio system (Limited and XT trims)
- Panoramic glass roof with power sunshade (some trims)
- Foot-activated hands-free power rear gate with automatic close (most trims)
Safety and Driver Assistance
- EyeSight driver assist technology
- Panoramic view monitor 360-degree camera system (most trims)
- Advanced Park driver parking assistance (most trims)
- Rain-sensing automatic windshield wipers (most trims)
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- Heated power-folding exterior mirrors
- Blind-spot monitor and front and rear cross-traffic alert
- Dynamic radar cruise control
- Pre-collision system and braking
- Emergency steering assist
- Front cross traffic alert
- Lane departure alert and prevention
- Lane tracing assist and lane change assist
- Traffic jam assist low-speed hands-free driving
Alternative Options
Drivers who like the Solterra but aren't ready to make the switch to an EV yet should explore the popular Subaru Crosstrek. For those who want something more off-road focused, the Outback is an outstanding choice. Not sure which model will be best for you? Contact the Herb Gordon Subaru team! Our talented sales professionals can guide you through the entire process.
