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2024 Subaru Solterra: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2024 Subaru Solterra gets a meaningful mid-cycle update led by much quicker DC fast charging, especially in cold weather. It also gains expanded driver-assistance features, standard distraction monitoring, and a new squared-off steering wheel.
About the 2024 Subaru Solterra
1st generation (2023-present), second model year with meaningful charging and safety updates.
Subaru positions the Solterra as an electric SUV that still feels like a Subaru first: standard AWD, higher-than-usual ground clearance for an EV, rough-weather confidence, and a strong safety focus. Its core job is everyday commuting with enough trailhead and winter-weather ability to fit Subaru’s outdoorsy brand identity. Against other compact EV SUVs, it stands out less for maximum range and more for standard all-wheel-drive capability, SUV practicality, and a broad set of driver-assistance features.
The 2024 Solterra is an electric SUV with standard dual-motor AWD, 215 horsepower, and 8.3 inches of ground clearance. Premium covers the practical basics, while Limited adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen, premium audio, and stronger parking assistance. Touring tops the range with a panoramic glass roof, ventilated front seats, and a digital rearview mirror.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Updated battery conditioning improves cold-weather charging and cuts a typical 10% to 80% DC fast-charging session from about 60 minutes to about 35 minutes. Dual-motor output remains 215 horsepower.
Safety
Every trim gains low-speed hands-free traffic support, automatic resume in stop-and-go traffic, lane change assist, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, and DriverFocus distraction monitoring.
Styling
A new squared-off steering wheel improves the driver’s view of the gauge display. Roof rails also become standard across the lineup.
Tech
Charging management is upgraded for stronger fast-charging performance, while the driver-assistance system gains additional traffic and lane-change functions.
2024 Subaru Solterra specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Dual AC Electric Motors | Dual AC Electric Motors | Dual AC Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 215 hp | 215 hp |
| Torque | 249 lb-ft | 249 lb-ft | 249 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 63.5 cu-ft | 63.5 cu-ft | 63.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.3 in | 35.3 in | 35.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 222 | 227 | 222 |
| MPGe Combined | 102 | 104 | 102 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2024 Subaru Solterra?
The biggest change is much faster DC fast charging. Updated battery conditioning also improves charging performance in very cold weather.
How quickly can the 2024 Subaru Solterra fast-charge?
The 2024 Solterra can go from about 10% to 80% charge in roughly 35 minutes under suitable conditions, compared with about 60 minutes for the 2023 model.
What safety features were added to the 2024 Subaru Solterra?
The 2024 Solterra adds low-speed hands-free traffic support, automatic resume when traffic moves, lane change assist, Front Cross-Traffic Alert, and standard DriverFocus distraction monitoring on every trim.
Is the 2024 Subaru Solterra a major redesign?
No. The 2024 Solterra keeps the same basic first-generation design and 215-horsepower dual-motor AWD system, but receives meaningful charging, safety, and equipment updates.
Did the 2024 Subaru Solterra trim lineup change?
No. The 2024 lineup continues with Premium, Limited, and Touring trims. The updates mainly affect charging, driver-assistance technology, and standard equipment across those trims.
2024 Subaru Solterra Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Subaru Solterra.
4.0
2024 Subaru Solterra
(57 reviews)
“It's a good entry level first time electric car for a daily commuter that can charge at home or work, ask for someone who drives less than 100 miles a day.”
“This car is great. If there ever a chance to upgrade the battery or converter to a faster charging or longer range, I would love to upgrade.”