In a noteworthy manoeuvre last November, Subaru commenced orders for its maiden electric vehicle, the Solterra electric SUV, in the Australian market.
Potential purchasers are presently receiving correspondences from dealerships elucidating the alluring drive-away pricing strategy. Subaru, within the correspondence, extends an invitation to potential buyers to secure an allotment through a $500 deposit, subject to a physical inspection and a trial run—a customary practice in dealership transactions.
Diverging from brands like Tesla and Polestar, Subaru opts for a more intimate methodology with this in-the-flesh deposit procedure.
Bringing Value: Solterra’s Driveaway Pricing
With the advent of drive-away pricing, the imminent dispatch of customer deliveries looms large. In a market replete with alternatives, including the competitively priced AWD long-range iteration of Australia’s preeminent EV, the Model Y, the Solterra encounters a formidable terrain.
Exploring the Solterra: Drive-Away Costs and Specifications
The Solterra AWD is procurable at a compelling commencement figure of $82,200 drive away, while the enhanced Solterra AWD Touring enters the fray at $88,014. Both models, founded on a Toyota-engineered platform, showcase 160 kW of potency and 337 Nm of torsion from their AWD powertrain, augmented by a robust 71.4 kWh battery, furnishing a commendable 414 km of range.
Charging capabilities encompass a 7 kW AC alternative and a rapid 150 kW DC charging, facilitating a rapid 20-80% battery replenishment within 30 minutes. Safety features, a paramount concern for Subaru, embrace the Vision Assist suite, standardised across both iterations, proffering a comprehensive array of cutting-edge safety technologies.
Infotainment and Comfort Features
Inside, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and a 7-inch screen behind the steering wheel provide an immersive driving experience. The standard 18-inch wheels can be upgraded to 20 inches in the Touring variant. Notably, the Touring’s larger wheels might impact the overall range compared to the standard AWD version.
Indicative Specifications from the Dealership
Solterra AWD – $75,715 Drive away
- 5 Year Subaru Roadside Assistance
- 2kW/8Amp AC charge cable
- Complimentary 5 Year/75,000km Subaru Service Plan
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- 12.3″ infotainment touchscreen
- Lithium-ion battery (414km WLTP range)
- Up to 150kW DC fast charge
- X-Mode (2 mode ft grip control function)
- Vision Assist technology
- 18″ alloy wheels
- Powered tailgate
- LED Headlights
Solterra AWD Touring
Includes features from Solterra AWD, with additions:
- Panoramic glass roof
- 20″ alloy wheels
- Intelligent Park Assist
- Synthetic leather seat trim
- 10 Harman Kardon® speakers
- Two-tone paint options
- Wireless Qi charger
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