Street Lines: 2024 Subaru Solterra Touring

Subaru has always been one of the most trustworthy and reliable brands in the automotive industry, and now they’re a burgeoning player in the all-electric vehicle (EV) sector as well. The Solterra is an attractive EV SUV that, in its second year, has made some subtle improvements to its already applauded introduction in 2023. Presented in three trims—Premium, Limited, and Touring—the reviewed latter version is the top-of-the-line model that does not disappoint.

Subaru does a great job providing curvature to the body, which is traditionally a more boxier frame, providing a futuristic look. Add on the 20-inch wheels, spoilers, roof rails, black hood with a two-tone color option, and panoramic ceiling, visual cool points multiply.

Addressing the interior, the cabin fits up to five passengers in a spacious complete with cushy seating that comes ventilated with StarTex upholstery, plus immediate physical standouts like the newly designed steering wheel, a digital rearview mirror for wider perspectives, and LED accent lighting to set the mood. The driver will appreciate the all-wheel drive maneuvering, its build for off-roading capability with the signature Dual-Function X-MODE, limited automated hands-free operation (ideal for especially high-traffic zones up to 25 mph), a “Hey Subaru!” virtual assistant, automatic parking assist, and a digital key,. Subaru also shows love in the bells and whistles department with a 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen center, a Wi-Fi hot spot, wireless Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto, Bluetooth, a theateresque sound system courtesy of Harman Kardon, and five USB ports to help keep passengers plugged in. Of course, Subaru maintains their stellar reputation when it comes to safety, including Subaru EyeSight’s long list of driver assistance applications coming standard, numerous airbags, and automatic emergency braking when going in reverse to name a few.

Now, let’s go electric. Equipped with a 72.8-kWh battery and two electric motors, output maxes out at 215 horsepower and 249 pound-feet of torque operated by single-speed automatic transmission. The Solterra stepped up its charging time in a big way using the right equipment, getting up to about 80 percent in 35 minutes (11 hours using a traditional 240-volt charger for 100 percent). Honestly, that upgrade will be ideal with its relatively short distance of driving range of 222 miles, but this is really the only setback for this impressive second line of the Solterra generation. It looks like Subaru’s vision is becoming a lot clearer for the upcoming years when it comes to living the outlet life.

Fuel Economy: In MPGe, 111 city/93 highway/102 combined

Price: The 2024 Subaru Solterra Touring is $51,996 ($54,558 including options, handling, processing and delivery as reviewed.)

For more information, visit Subaru.com .

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