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Peugeot Expert Bus vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Expert Bus or Subaru Solterra?

Peugeot Expert Bus vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Peugeot Expert Bus

  • a bit cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Subaru Solterra

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Expert Bus

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.

Peugeot Expert Bus is a bit cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Subaru Solterra costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,052 £.

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 substantially more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Peugeot Expert Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Solterra delivers only slightly more torque with 437 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 37 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Peugeot Expert Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Expert Bus is only slightly lighter – 1,998 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 42 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers significantly more boot space – 3,497 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 3,056 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries considerably more – 942 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 432 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra is clearly superior 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.

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Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 17.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 416 - 532 km
Peugeot Expert Bus
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Peugeot Expert Bus

The Peugeot Expert Bus is a sensible people-mover that pairs commercial durability with a surprisingly comfy interior, making it ideal for shuttle duty or large-family road trips. It won’t steal any style prizes, but its practical layout, easy-driving manners and thoughtful kit mean you’ll spend more time moving people and less time fussing over details.

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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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Peugeot Expert Bus
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
Price
39,400 - 47,500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 17.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
416 - 532 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
182 - 184 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,029 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,100 kg
Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
921 - 942 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 HP
Power HP
218 - 343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
336 - 437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
160 - 252 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Subaru
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