Subaru unveiled the updated version of its all-electric Solterra earlier this year, and the company has now confirmed pricing details. The 2026 Solterra will start at $38,495, matching the previous model’s entry price despite offering more than a 25 percent improvement in driving range. This makes it a more appealing option for buyers looking for an affordable EV with enhanced performance and efficiency.
The entry-level trim, the Solterra Premium, introduces subtle exterior changes. While its overall styling might be considered plain or unremarkable, it features an illuminated Subaru logo at the center, flanked by redesigned headlights. Other exterior features include rain-sensing windshield wipers, a hands-free power liftgate, and refreshed 18-inch alloy wheels.
Inside the cabin, Subaru has moved toward a more functional and modern layout, moving away from some of the quirky design choices seen in the past. The model now comes with a freestanding 7-inch digital instrument display and a significantly larger 14-inch infotainment touchscreen. The dashboard has been redesigned, and the center console is updated to include dual 15-watt wireless smartphone charging pads. Comfort and convenience are also improved thanks to a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated StarTex front seats with 10-way power adjustment for the driver, ambient interior lighting, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink connectivity.
On the technology and safety side, the Solterra Premium is well-equipped. It comes with Subaru’s suite of driver-assist systems such as Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Emergency Steering Assist, Hands-Free Low Speed Driving, and Pre-Collision Braking. Other highlights include Lane Departure Alert, Emergency Stop Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, and Collision Avoidance Assist with Automatic Steering.
Under the hood, or rather beneath the floor, lies a new 74.7 kWh battery pack, which delivers an impressive 463 kilometers of driving range. This battery works with a refined dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup producing 233 horsepower. Subaru also upgraded the onboard charger to 11 kW and fitted the vehicle with the new North American Charging Standard (NACS) port for broader charging compatibility.
For buyers seeking more features, the Solterra Limited trim starts at $41,395—$600 less than the previous year’s version. It is distinguished by larger 20-inch wheels, power-folding mirrors with turn signal integration, a dual rear spoiler, and a kick-activated power liftgate. The interior is enhanced with heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a Harman Kardon premium audio system, a power passenger seat, parking assist, and a Panoramic View Monitor. However, this trim’s driving range is slightly reduced to 447 kilometers.
An additional option, the Solterra Limited XT, costs $42,895 and makes a strong case for itself. This version boasts an upgraded dual-motor system producing 338 horsepower, enabling 0–96 km/h acceleration in under five seconds. Despite the higher performance, Subaru states that its range remains unchanged at 447 kilometers.
At the top of the lineup sits the Solterra Touring XT, priced from $45,555. This flagship trim emphasizes comfort and luxury, offering ventilated and heated front seats with radiant leg warmers, a digital rearview mirror, a panoramic moonroof, LED footwell lighting, and a retractable cargo cover.
Subaru expects the 2026 Solterra to arrive at dealerships this fall. To sweeten the deal, buyers or lessees of the EV will also receive access to a rental Subaru vehicle for up to 10 days. This unique perk ensures that customers who plan long road trips won’t have to worry about charging limitations, allowing them to swap into a gasoline-powered Subaru when needed.