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Audi Q4 e-tron vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q4 e-tron or Subaru Solterra?

Audi Q4 e-tron vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Audi Q4 e-tron

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q4 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Solterra is only slightly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 40,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Subaru Solterra is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Audi Q4 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers moderately more range – reaching up to 592 km, about 81 km more than the Subaru Solterra.

Solterra

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Subaru Solterra offers very slightly more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Audi Q4 e-tron takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers markedly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 242 Nm more.

Q4 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q4 e-tron is marginally lighter – 2,035 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers moderately more boot space – 535 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q4 e-tron carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £40,700
Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 592 km
Audi Q4 e-tron
Subaru Solterra

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron blends Audi’s clean, modern styling with a practical, well-built interior, making it a refined option for buyers who want a premium electric compact SUV. It offers a quiet, composed ride and intuitive tech, so it’s well suited to daily commuting and family duties while keeping the switch to electric straightforward.

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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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Audi Q4 e-tron
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,700 - 53,100 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 592 km
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 535 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 515 kg
Payload
431 - 468 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Power HP
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Subaru
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