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Lexus RX vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or Subaru Solterra?

Lexus RX vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Lexus RX

  • only slightly more power
  • marginally more trunk space

Subaru Solterra

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

RX

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,880 £.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers considerably more range – reaching up to 532 km, about 465 km more than the Lexus RX.

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 RX offers only slightly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers noticeably more torque with 551 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 114 Nm more.

RX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Solterra is very slightly lighter – 2,013 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 27 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers marginally more boot space – 461 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries moderately more – 620 kg compared to 537 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra is decisively ahead 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 : 218 - 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16 - 17.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 416 - 532 km
Lexus RX
Subaru Solterra

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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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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 RX
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
39,400 - 46,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16 - 17.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 km
Electric Range
416 - 532 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
2,013 - 2,100 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
441 - 452 L
Length
-
Length
4,690 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
1,650 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
485 - 537 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
218 - 343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
336 - 437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
160 - 252 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Subaru
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