Comparison
Subaru Solterra vs Tesla Model S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 227 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Subaru Solterra $38,495 vs $86,630
Faster charging Tesla Model S 35 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 1.5 vs 8.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 227 mi
Value winner
Subaru Solterra
$170/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 35 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 320 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Subaru Solterra | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | AWD | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | $38,495 | $86,630 |
| Range | 227 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 320 Wh/mi • 3.13 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 69 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| DC max | 100 kW | 250 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 35 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 55.3 | 88.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 65 mi | 120 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 170 $/mi | 211 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 16 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 227 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 35 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Subaru Solterra looks better ($170/mi vs $211/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (8.5 vs 1.5).
Subaru Solterra1.5 Tesla Model S8.5 100 kW35 min 250 kW31 min
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