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Nissan Interstar vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (36,200 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Interstar or Subaru Solterra?

Nissan Interstar vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Nissan Interstar

  • very slightly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • moderately more electric range
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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

Interstar

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Nissan Interstar is very slightly cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the Subaru Solterra costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,261 £.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers moderately more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 101 km more than the Nissan Interstar.

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 significantly more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Solterra delivers somewhat more torque with 437 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Subaru Solterra offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Interstar is marginally lighter – 2,053 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 64 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries substantially more – 1,447 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 979 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 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Nissan Interstar
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Nissan Interstar

The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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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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Nissan Interstar
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
410 km
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 205 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
3
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,080 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg
Payload
431 - 468 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Power HP
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Subaru
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