Compare performance (8 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Subaru Solterra costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,572 £.
As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers considerably more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 436 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.
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 substantially more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 335 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Solterra delivers clearly more torque with 437 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 397 Nm more.
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 2.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly lighter – 558 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 1,559 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Subaru Solterra offers considerably more boot space – 452 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 389 L.
When it comes to payload, the Subaru Solterra carries considerably more – 468 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 326 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric 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.
The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
details
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
|
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
|
|
Electric Range
75 km
|
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
0 g/km
|
co2
0 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
2
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
558 kg
|
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
63 L
|
Trunk capacity
452 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1,388 mm
|
Width
1,860 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
142 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
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
8 HP
|
Power HP
343 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
40 Nm
|
Torque
437 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
|
Power kW
6 kW
|
Power kW
252 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
-
|
Engine capacity
-
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2025
|
Model Year
2026
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
|
Brand
Vauxhall
|
Brand
Subaru
|