Comparison
Subaru Solterra vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Volvo EX3 227 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Subaru Solterra $38,495 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 35 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Volvo EX3 2.2 vs 7.8
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Volvo EX3
261 mi vs 227 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $170/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 35 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 320 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Volvo EX3
76.4 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Subaru Solterra | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | AWD | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $38,495 | $38,950 |
| Range | 227 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 320 Wh/mi • 3.13 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 69 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 100 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 35 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 55.3 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 65 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 170 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 16 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Volvo EX3 if you want the longer rated range (261 mi vs 227 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 35 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $170/mi).
Weighted verdict
Volvo EX3 has the stronger weighted profile (7.8 vs 2.2).
Subaru Solterra2.2 Volvo EX37.8 100 kW35 min 153 kW26 min
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