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Lexus RC vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Subaru Solterra?

Lexus RC vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • clearly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Subaru Solterra

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  • significantly cheaper
  • slightly more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru Solterra is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,908 £.

Solterra

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RC offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Subaru Solterra takes 5.1 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers moderately more torque with 520 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 83 Nm more.

RC

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Subaru Solterra offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is noticeably lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 402 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Solterra offers slightly more boot space – 452 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries a bit more – 535 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra is far ahead overall 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 £39,400
Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Lexus RC
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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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Lexus RC
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
431 - 468 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
520 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Subaru
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