Subaru of America announced pricing and complete trim level details for the all-new 2023 Solterra all-electric SUV. Subaru says the new EV stays true to its Subaru heritage with industry-leading safety and go-anywhere capability. The Solterra has a starting MSRP of $46,220.
What is the price of the 2023 Subaru Solterra?
The 2023 Solterra is offered in three trim levels, Premium, Limited, and Touring. Pricing for the Solterra Premium trim level starts at $46,220. The Limited trim carries a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $49,720. The top-of-the-line Touring trim is priced from $53,220. Prices include destination and delivery fees ($1,225). Subaru says US retailers set the actual price and may charge more.
Prices are before a potential Federal tax credit of up to $7,500. In addition, the Solterra may qualify for additional state incentives, including single rider carpool lane access in California. For more information on the tax credit, go here.
The Solterra comes standard with Symmetrical all-wheel-drive, dual-function X-Mode for all-weather performance, 8.3-inches of ground clearance, standard EyeSight safety technology, up to a 228-mile range, and it’s available in all 50 states.
The all-electric SUV delivers a total of 215 horsepower and 249 lb.-ft. of torque from its front and rear electric motors. Subaru says with DC fast charging, the Solterra can charge up to 80-percent of total battery capacity in under an hour.
Solterra Premium trim
The Premium trim comes standard with heated front seats and exterior mirrors, windshield wiper de-icer, 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels wrapped in 235/60 R18 tires, 7-inch LCD gauge display, automatic climate control with S-FLO, rear seat reminder, and LED headlights (multi-beam low and single beam high).
The Premium trim also comes standard with a new multimedia system featuring an 8-inch high-resolution touchscreen, smartphone integration with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, HD stereo, SiriusXM (4-month audio trial subscription), and Bluetooth. A wireless charging phone dock for the center console is also available as an accessory.
Safety technology includes Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Camera Detection with Pedestrian Warning, and a Parking Support Brake. The PKSB system can apply the vehicle’s brakes if an obstacle is detected while reversing. Also standard is Safe Exit Assist, a safety feature providing an audible and visual warning if it detects approaching vehicles before the driver or passengers open their door.
Outside, the vehicle charge port on the left front fender includes a power lock and automatic charging cable lock. Inside, the center console is equipped with five USB ports, including a USB A input/charge port in the front, upper section; (dual) USB C charge ports in the front, lower area, and (dual) USB C charge ports in the rear.
Solterra Limited trim
The Solterra Limited adds a 12.3-inch high-resolution horizontal touchscreen and an available cloud-based navigation system. The Limited also comes with a 360-degree Panoramic View Monitor providing an overhead view of the vehicle and advanced parking assist feature that parks the vehicle (parallel or perpendicular).
Limited trims also add a Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, a Digital Key allowing the driver to access and start the vehicle with their smartphone, a 10-way power driver’s seat, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, Harman Kardon premium audio, LED fog lights, power rear hatch with automatic close and height memory, rain-sensing wipers, and roof rails. The Limited comes standard with a roof spoiler (split) and 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels mated with 235/50R 20 all-season tires.
Solterra Touring trim
The Touring trim level comes with the Limited trim features. It adds a digital rear-view mirror with view position adjustment and HomeLink, ventilated front seats, a panoramic moonroof with power sunshade, and front and rear LED footwell lighting. The Touring trim also has a two-tone exterior paint option.
Subaru of America says Solterra reservation holders will receive a Charging Choice Offer in anticipation of their upcoming vehicle delivery. Subaru gave us updated information today (April 28) for Solterra reservation holders.
UPDATE: Subaru is finalizing two possible offers for reservation holders, including an EVgo Charging Credit or money towards purchasing and installing a Home Level 2 Charger by QMerit.
With the purchase or lease of a new Solterra, customers will receive up to 10 days of Subaru Just Drive Rental at no charge from their participating Subaru retailer. This program allows the rental of Subaru vehicles through participating Subaru retailers.
The Solterra comes with five exterior paint options, Harbor Mist Gray Pearl ($395), Elemental Red Pearl ($395), Cosmic White Pearl ($395), or Galactic Black and Smoked Carbon at no charge. Two-tone paint is available for $890.
This summer, the all-electric 2023 Solterra compact EV will begin arriving in limited numbers at Subaru retailers.
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Comments
This is not a "complete guide
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This is not a "complete guide" unless you include the hundreds of dollars required to be paid to Toyota, Google, and streaming providers to enable all the "features" in this vehicle.
The most appalling thing to
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The most appalling thing to me is the decision Subaru made to not give the US the Dark Blue Mica Solterra with brown interior. They are all made in exactly the same place so there's absolutely no reason to block colors in different markets.
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