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Subaru Solterra vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (343 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Solterra or Lotus Eletre?

Subaru Solterra vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Subaru Solterra

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter

Lotus Eletre

  • significantly more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

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

Solterra

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Solterra is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,285 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Subaru Solterra is significantly more efficient: consuming 16 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 6.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers marginally more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 38 km more than the Subaru Solterra.

Eletre

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 Lotus Eletre offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 575 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Subaru Solterra takes 5.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is visibly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Subaru Solterra tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 105 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 548 Nm more.

Solterra

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Solterra is clearly lighter – 2,013 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 552 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers visibly more boot space – 688 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 236 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Solterra carries only slightly more – 537 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre holds a decisive overall lead 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
Subaru Solterra
Lotus Eletre

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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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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Subaru Solterra
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 46,200 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16 - 17.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
416 - 532 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 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
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,013 - 2,100 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
441 - 452 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4,690 mm
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
1,650 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
485 - 537 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 343 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
336 - 437 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 252 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Lotus
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