Compare performance (601 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (62,500 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 Touring or Subaru Solterra?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Subaru Solterra is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the BMW i5 Touring costs 62,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,065 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Subaru Solterra is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the BMW i5 Touring. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW i5 Touring offers a bit more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 91 km more than the Subaru Solterra.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW i5 Touring offers significantly more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Subaru Solterra takes 5.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 Touring delivers clearly more torque with 820 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 383 Nm more.
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, Subaru Solterra is marginally lighter – 2,117 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers visibly more boot space – 570 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW i5 Touring carries a bit more – 560 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.
The BMW i5 Touring stands well ahead of its rival 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.
The BMW i5 Touring marries the everyday usefulness of a roomy estate with the hushed, premium feel of a modern electric BMW. It’s an appealing choice for buyers who want confident, relaxed driving and executive poise without sacrificing weekend practicality — and it even makes loading skis feel slightly glamorous.
detailsThe 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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Price
62,500 - 87,600 £
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Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
522 - 602 km
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Electric Range
471 - 511 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,255 - 2,425 kg
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Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Trunk capacity
452 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,860 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 560 kg
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Payload
431 - 468 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 601 HP
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Power HP
343 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
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Torque
437 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
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Power kW
252 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Subaru
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