Comparison
Rivian EDV500/7 vs Subaru Solterra
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Subaru Solterra 161 mi vs 227 mi
Best value Subaru Solterra $83,500 vs $38,495
Faster charging Rivian EDV500/7 35 min vs 35 min
Weighted profile Subaru Solterra 2.1 vs 6.6
Category winners
4 availableRange winner
Subaru Solterra
227 mi vs 161 mi
Value winner
Subaru Solterra
$170/mi vs $519/mi
Charging winner
Tie
35 min each
Efficiency winner
Subaru Solterra
320 Wh/mi vs 497 Wh/mi
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Rivian EDV500/7 | Subaru Solterra |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | EDV500 | AWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $83,500 | $38,495 |
| Range | 161 mi | 227 mi |
| Efficiency | 497 Wh/mi • 2.01 mi/kWh | 320 Wh/mi • 3.13 mi/kWh |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Body type | Van | SUV |
| DC max | 220 kW | 100 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 35 min | 35 min |
| Roadtrip score | 40.2 | 55.3 |
| USD per mile of range | 519 $/mi | 170 $/mi |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Subaru Solterra if you want the longer rated range (227 mi vs 161 mi).
- For “range per dollar”, Subaru Solterra looks better ($170/mi vs $519/mi).
Weighted verdict
Subaru Solterra has the stronger weighted profile (6.6 vs 2.1).
Rivian EDV500/72.1 Subaru Solterra6.6 220 kW35 min 100 kW35 min
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