Comparison
Subaru Solterra vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model Y 227 mi vs 320 mi
Best value Subaru Solterra $38,495 vs $59,900
Faster charging Tesla Model Y 35 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model Y 1.5 vs 8.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model Y
320 mi vs 227 mi
Value winner
Subaru Solterra
$170/mi vs $187/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model Y
33 min vs 35 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 320 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Subaru Solterra | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | AWD | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $38,495 | $59,900 |
| Range | 227 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 320 Wh/mi • 3.13 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 69 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 100 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 35 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 55.3 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 65 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 170 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 16 cu ft | 30 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model Y if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 227 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model Y if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 33 min vs 35 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Subaru Solterra looks better ($170/mi vs $187/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (8.5 vs 1.5).
Subaru Solterra1.5 Tesla Model Y8.5 100 kW35 min 331 kW33 min
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